Promoting Positive Outcomes of Drug Therapy Flashcards

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3 main reasons for drug monitoring:

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  • Determining therapeutic dosage: laboratory testing (warfarin, lithium, etc).
  • Evaluating medication adequacy: lipid panels, A1C, etc.
  • Identifying adverse effects: if a drug can cause liver damage, monitor liver enzymes
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What is medication adherence?

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the extent to which patients take their medications as prescribed by the provider and agreed to by the patient

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What can lack of adherence lead to?

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Lack of adherence can lead to disease exacerbations, avoidable hospitalizations, transitioning to long-term (i.e., “nursing home”) care, and premature deaths

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What are factors that affect non-adherence?

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forgetfulness, lack of planning, cost, dissatisfaction, altered dosing

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