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Adherence: A Concept Analysis
Author(s) -
Gardner Carrie Lee
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
international journal of nursing knowledge
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.545
H-Index - 23
eISSN - 2047-3095
pISSN - 2047-3087
DOI - 10.1111/2047-3095.12046
Subject(s) - formal concept analysis , nursing practice , context (archaeology) , health care , psychology , nursing , medline , nursing research , medicine , computer science , political science , paleontology , algorithm , law , biology
Purpose To utilize a W ilsonian method of concept analysis to define and describe the concept of adherence. Data Sources Published research articles, nursing literature, published books, and national and international advisory reports. Data Synthesis The concept of adherence was analyzed using the W ilson method. Results, applications, and practice implications in regards to the concept of adherence were then derived from the analysis. Conclusions Adherence 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. Implications Healthcare providers should have an understanding of the concept of adherence in the context of patient care in order to guide patient self‐care behaviors.