Carrie Lee Gardner1. 1. Troy University School of Nursing, Troy, Alabama.
Abstract
PURPOSE: To utilize a Wilsonian method of concept analysis to define and describe the concept of adherence. DATA SOURCES: Published research articles, nursing literature, published books, and national and international advisory reports. DATA SYNTHESIS: The concept of adherence was analyzed using the Wilson method. Results, applications, and practice implications in regards to the concept of adherence were then derived from the analysis. CONCLUSIONS: Adherence is a complex, multifaceted concept that can greatly impact patient behaviors and nursing practice. Further clarification of adherence is needed to help delineate this concept from other related terms. IMPLICATIONS: Healthcare providers should have an understanding of the concept of adherence in the context of patient care in order to guide patient self-care behaviors.
PURPOSE: To utilize a Wilsonian method of concept analysis to define and describe the concept of adherence. DATA SOURCES: Published research articles, nursing literature, published books, and national and international advisory reports. DATA SYNTHESIS: The concept of adherence was analyzed using the Wilson method. Results, applications, and practice implications in regards to the concept of adherence were then derived from the analysis. CONCLUSIONS: Adherence is a complex, multifaceted concept that can greatly impact patient behaviors and nursing practice. Further clarification of adherence is needed to help delineate this concept from other related terms. IMPLICATIONS: Healthcare providers should have an understanding of the concept of adherence in the context of patient care in order to guide patient self-care behaviors.
Authors: Mojtaba Vaismoradi; Susanna Tella; Patricia A Logan; Jayden Khakurel; Flores Vizcaya-Moreno Journal: Int J Environ Res Public Health Date: 2020-03-19 Impact factor: 3.390