Medication adherence, self-efficacy and health literacy among patients with glaucoma: a mixed-methods study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

As the world population ages, glaucoma is becoming an increasingly significant cause of blindness. A key component in the management of glaucoma is the use of prescribed medications and the adherence to treatment. However, there is evidence of low adherence to prescribed medication in chronic diseases, such as glaucoma. This study aims to explore the level of medication adherence, self-efficacy, social support and health literacy among the patients with glaucoma and to determine if there are any correlations between them. The ultimate aim is to use the information to develop an educational programme for patients with glaucoma at a later stage.

Methods and analysis

This is a mixed-methods study which includes two stages: a descriptive study (stage 1) and focus gr

SUBMITTER: Achilleos M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7818806 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature