Current medical research and opinion
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Medication non-adherence is a complex phenomenon that requires tailored interventions to improve it. A new self-reported measure of medication non-adherence was previously reported based on the commonly reported reasons underlying non-adherence with the intention to match the items in the scale with tailored interventions. ⋯ The revised MAR-Scale demonstrates better psychometric properties than the original.
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This survey assessed the impact of symptoms of COPD on patients' ability to perform activities throughout the day and the extent to which physicians provided advice including how medications may help maintain quality of life. ⋯ Morning symptoms of COPD can severely compromise patients' ability to perform tasks throughout the day. Despite this, physicians are unlikely to discuss with patients how their ability to perform tasks might be improved.