Test 1 Medication Taking Behavior

Question 1

Pharmakon

Answer 1

3 meanings:

• remedy
• poison
• magic charm

Question 2

Predictors of non-adherence

Answer 2

• Forgetfulness
• Lack of understanding
• Medication
  side-effects
• Costs
• Patient beliefs
• Satisfaction with provider/health care system

Question 3

COMPLIANCE

Answer 3

“Giving in to a request, wish, or demand.”

Question 4

ADHERENCE

Answer 4

“To stay firm in supporting or approving.”

Question 5

Behavioral Reinforcement

Answer 5

• cues
• compliance aids
• include support of family and friends
• refill reminders from pharmacy

Question 6

Strategies to Improve medication taking behavior

Answer 6

• provide information
• patient-centered counseling
• Behavioral Reinforcement
• Medication Regimen Strategies