Reasons For Non-adherence - Bulpitt Flashcards
What was the method in the Bulpitt study?
Review articles into research identifying problems with taking medication with significant side-effects for hypertension
Name the aim of the Bulpitt study
To review research on adherence in hypertensive patients
What is hypertension?
High blood pressure
What sort of approach does the Bulpitt study take?
A qualitative approach
Statistical analysis was carried out on what sort of physical and psychological effects of taking the hypertension medication?
Work, physical well-being, hobbies and personal life
What were some of the side effects of taking anti-hypertension medication?
Depression, ejaculation issues, headaches, sleepiness and an effect on cognitive functioning
What made patients less likely to adhere to the treatment?
If the cost of taking the medication (side effects) outweigh the benefits of treating an asymptomatic problem such as hypertension
What does asymptomatic mean?
A condition that produces or shows no symptoms
What did Bulpitt conclude about asymptomatic problems
That people were less likely to adhere
