The Effect Of Training Based On Extended Parallel Process Model On Adherence To Medication Regimen Among Diabetic Elderly

Background: Diabetes is a common chronic disease in old age. Adherence to medication regimen is one of the principles of diabetes control. The use of health theories plays an important role in the adherence to treatment. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim of investigating the effect of training based on extended parallel process model on adherence to medication regimen among diabetic elderly. Methods: This quasi-experimental study was conducted on ۶۰ diabetic elderly people who had been selected by non-random sampling method and divided into two intervention and control groups. In the intervention group, ۶ training sessions were conducted based on the extended parallel process model and each session lasted about ۴۵-۶۰ minutes. Data collection tool was the Morisky Medication Adherence Scale (MMAS-۸). Data analysis was done by SPSS-۱۹ software, using inferential test (paired t-test, independent t-test, ANCOVA test). Results: ANCOVA test by removing the effect of pre-test showed that the training based on extended parallel process model increased the diabetic elderly’s adherence to medication regimen (Eta = ۰.۲۱, p < ۰.۰۱). Conclusion: Education increases adherence to medication regimen. The use of health theories plays an important role in increasing awareness and creating behavioral sensitivities. The use of health theory and model, as an effective and low-cost health education method, has a significant role in increasing the adherence to drug treatment among diabetic patients.

کلیدواژه ها:

Extended Parallel Process Model ، Adherence to Medication Regimen ، Elderly ، Diabetic