Action and coping plans related to the behavior of adherence to drug therapy among coronary heart disease outpatients

Author(s)

de Araujo Lourenco, Laura Bacelar ; Matheus Rodrigues, Roberta Cunha ; Spana, Thais Moreira ; Bueno Jayme Gallani, Maria Cecilia ; Cornelio, Marilia Estevam

• Document type: Journal article
• Source: REVISTA LATINO-AMERICANA DE ENFERMAGEM; v. 20, n. 5, p. 9-pg., 2012-09-01.

Abstract

Objective: to analyze the action and coping plans related to the behavior of adhering to drug therapy, developed by coronary heart disease (CHD) outpatients, and to identify the barriers perceived to adopting this behavior. Methods: the participants (n=59) were invited to formulate action plans and coping plans for the behavior of adhering to the cardioprotective medications and the symptom-relief medications. Results: specific action plans for taking the medications associated with temporal markers and the sleep-wake cycle were shown. The most frequently reported obstacles were forgetfulness and absence of routine in daily living activities. The coping plans for overcoming forgetfulness were the most specific. Conclusion: this study's findings support the application of implementation intentions aimed at optimizing adherence to drug therapy among patients with CHD. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 10/10006-8 - The rehabilitation process and its interfaces with individual quality of life and culture - phase II
• Grantee: Lidia Aparecida Rossi
• Support Opportunities: Research Projects - Thematic Grants
• FAPESP's process: 09/12783-4 - Quality of life and drug adherence of patients with coronary disease
• Grantee: Laura Bacelar de Araujo Lourenço
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Master