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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2021
The Types and Pattern of Use of Mobile Health Applications Among the General Population: A Cross-Sectional Study from Selangor, Malaysia.
The aims of this study are to explore the types and patterns of use of health mobile apps among pharmacy clients in Selangor, Malaysia, and to explore the users' experiences and views regarding the benefits of and issues with the use of the health apps. ⋯ The study showed that the participants used many different types of mobile health apps for several purposes, including general health, wellness, fitness, and self-management of diseases. These apps helped the participants to track their health-related activities and motivated them to maintain their wellness and fitness. Further areas of improvement were identified to ensure evidence-based and effective utilization of apps to achieve required health outcomes.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2021
Patient Perspectives on the Benefits and Risks of Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: A Qualitative Study.
Growing evidence for coronary stents in patients with stable coronary artery disease (CAD) suggests that the benefits of stents are uncertain. The goal of this study was to assess patients' informational needs and how patients react to information about the uncertain benefit of stents to CAD patients. ⋯ Many patients with stable CAD do not understand the intended benefit of coronary stents and want to be informed of the evidence of uncertain benefit of coronary stents, even if this would not change their decision. Improved communication and patient education tools are needed to better inform patients. An intervention providing patients with this information early has the potential to solve these problems.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2021
Cross-Cultural Validation of the 5-Item Compliance Questionnaire for Rheumatology to the Arabic Language in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis.
A simple measure to assess drug adherence in Saudi patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is required. The aim of this study was to translate and validate the 5-Item Compliance Questionnaire for Rheumatology (CQR5) into Arabic. ⋯ ACQR-5 is a simple and feasible tool for identifying adherence levels in patients with RA in Saudi Arabia. A high level of adherence was observed in this study. Additional studies are required to assess ACQR-5 validity and adherence levels in a larger, more diverse population.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2021
Development of Japanese Versions of the Control Preferences Scale and Information Needs Questionnaire: Role of Decision-Making and Information Needs for Japanese Breast Cancer Patients.
The importance of shared decision-making (SDM) between physicians and patients is increasingly recognized. In Japan, patients have shown more willingness to participate in treatment if medical professionals provide sufficient information; however, relationships between physicians and patients have traditionally been asymmetric, with patients accepting information from physicians without discussion. To explore the benefits of SDM in cancer treatment, including confidence in treatment decisions, satisfaction with treatment, and trust in healthcare providers, this study developed Japanese versions of the Control Preference Scale (CPS) and Information Needs Questionnaire (INQ). ⋯ The Japanese CPS and INQ can be used to assess patients' needs to improve care. Further, as patients' information needs change along the care trajectory, these tools should be used throughout treatment.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2021
Medication Belief is Associated with Improved Adherence to Exclusive Enteral Nutrition in Patients with Crohn's Disease.
The prevalence of Crohn's disease (CD) has been increasing rapidly in China, and the role of exclusive enteral nutrition (EEN) in the management of adult patients with active CD is evolving. Adherence is a key factor in the effective treatment of many chronic diseases. ⋯ The adherence to EEN among patients with CD is relatively high and is related to medication belief, residency and history of enteral nutrition. The type of enteral nutrition, taste, storage, and convenience of purchase were not associated with EEN adherence. Future study is warranted to explore the possible role of improving patients' beliefs in increasing adherence.