Ralph's blood pressure remains elevated despite increased doses of his drug. The NP is concerned that he might not be adhering to his treatment regimen. Which of the following events would suggest that he might not be adherent?
1. Ralph states that he always takes the drug when I feel my pressure is going up.
2. Ralph contacts his NP to discuss the need to increase the dosage.
3. Ralph consistently keeps his follow-up appointments to check his blood pressure.
4. All of the above show that he is adherent to the drug regimen.
Question 2
Patients with psychiatric illnesses have adherence rates to their drug regimen between 35 and 60. To improve adherence in this population, prescribe drugs:
1. With a longer half-life so that missed doses produce a longer taper on the drug curve
2. In oral formulations that are more easily taken
3. That do not require frequent monitoring
4. Combined with patient education about the need to adhere even when symptoms are absent
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