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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
Correlation Analysis of the Therapy Adherence to Long-Acting Inhalers Among Patients with Stable COPD.
Long-acting inhalers are the mainstay maintenance therapy for stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) management. The aim of this study was to assess adherence to inhalers among adults with COPD in China and to develop strategies to improve adherence for the next step. ⋯ The factors affecting the use of inhalers in patients with stable COPD are complicated. Medical staff should select appropriate inhalers according to the patient's disease status and duration and provide medication education to improve adherence.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
Pharmacist Role in Hypertension Management in the Community Setting: Questionnaire Development, Validation, and Application.
Hypertension is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity globally. Pharmacists can play a substantial role in decreasing the burden of the disease. ⋯ Pharmacist practice in hypertension management in the community setting was inclined towards contemporary roles, such as disease state education and management. Patients seem to be satisfied with these roles.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
A Mobile Application to Improve Diabetes Self-Management Using Rapid Prototyping: Iterative Co-Design Approach in Asian Settings.
Diabetes is a global public health issue, causing burden on healthcare system and increasing risk of mortality. Mobile applications (apps) can be a promising approach to facilitate diabetes self-management. An increasingly utilized approach to facilitate engagement with mobile health (mHealth) technology is to involve potential users in the creation of the technology. ⋯ In this study, we explored users' opinions on a T2DM self-management mobile app using co-design approach. This study adds to the growing body of literature on co-designing behavioral mHealth interventions and can potentially guide researchers in mobile app design for other chronic conditions.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
Young XLH Patients-Reported Experience with a Supportive Care Program.
X-linked hypophosphatemia (XLH) is a rare, chronic, genetic condition characterized by renal phosphate wasting and abnormal bone and teeth mineralization. It represents a challenging and multifaceted disease that causes wide-ranging impacts on patients' lives. In this context, a scientific committee has designed a support initiative for patients treated for XLH: the aXess program. We sought to determine if a patient support program (PSP) could help XLH patients cope with their condition. ⋯ Our findings indicate that this program might improve the QOL for patients with chronic conditions such as XLH through patient education, therapy adherence, motivational interviews, and frequent follow-up. It links the home environment and overall illness management, bringing patients, families, and caregivers together.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
Patient Preferences for Anesthesiologist Attire During Preoperative Visits in China: A Cross-Sectional Survey.
It is important for anesthesiologists to leave good impressions and build rapport with patients during preoperative visits. However, patient preferences for anesthesiologist attire have not been well studied in China. ⋯ Patients prefer anesthesiologists wearing scrubs in coats of the same color. Standardizing anesthesiologist attire based on these findings may improve patient satisfaction.