Psychology C3 - methods used to improve adherence

Question 1

relevance to target group

Answer 1

-people differ, must take differences into account
-example, elderly clients have issues with memory, health education should include opportunities to confirm that client understands and remembers information
-should use simple language and limit key points, followed up with written materials

Question 2

improving access to information

Answer 2

-access = improved when it is given in a form that suits client
-using internet, websites and apps are accessible, appointments made via apps
-pharmacists = more accessible, present in high streets
-telephone follow ups = common and give clients chance to ask further questions

Question 3

practical uses
(evaluation)
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Answer 3

-offers practical ways to improve adherence
-example, Eraker et al. (1984), 36% of clients understood meaning of phrase ‘every 6 hours’
-vague language = avoided
-instructions = specific
-research can play a useful part in identifying barrier

Question 4

access or quality?
(evaluation)
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Answer 4

-isn’t enough on its own
-quality = more important than access
-improving access to incorrect information, reduce adherence
-example,’information’ from anti-vaccinators only has personal opinion
-improving access without considering quality can backfire and lead to non-adherence