Adherence: A Concept Analysis

ConclusionsAdherence 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.
ImplicationsHealthcare providers should have an understanding of the concept of adherence in the context of patient care in order to guide patient self‐care behaviors.

Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - August 7, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Carrie Lee Gardner Tags: Original Article Source Type: research