Nonadherence to therapeutic regimens is a significant problem
for which of the following age groups?
a) Adults 65 and over
Elderly people frequently have one or more chronic illnesses that are
managed with numerous medications and complicated by periodic
acute episodes, making adherence difficult.
b) Teenagers
Problems of teenagers, generally, are time limited and specific, and
require promoting adherence to treatment to return to health.
c) Children
In general, the compliance of children depends on the compliance of
their parents.
d) Middle-aged adults
Middle-aged adults, in general, have fewer health problems, thus
promoting adherence.
for which of the following age groups?
a) Adults 65 and over
Elderly people frequently have one or more chronic illnesses that are
managed with numerous medications and complicated by periodic
acute episodes, making adherence difficult.
b) Teenagers
Problems of teenagers, generally, are time limited and specific, and
require promoting adherence to treatment to return to health.
c) Children
In general, the compliance of children depends on the compliance of
their parents.
d) Middle-aged adults
Middle-aged adults, in general, have fewer health problems, thus
promoting adherence.