An exploratory mixed methods analysis of adherence predictors following acute coronary syndrome

Adherence to cardiac health behaviors is a critical predictor of prognosis in the months following an acute coronary syndrome (ACS). However, there has been minimal concomitant study of multiple nonadherence risk factors, as assessed via record review, structured assessments, and qualitative intervi...

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Published in:Psychology, health & medicine health & medicine, 2015-07, Vol.20 (5), p.541-550
Main Authors: Huffman, Jeff C., Moore, Shannon V., DuBois, Christina M., Mastromauro, Carol A., Suarez, Laura, Park, Elyse R.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
acute coronary syndrome
Acute Coronary Syndrome - psychology
Acute Coronary Syndrome - rehabilitation
Aged
Female
Follow-Up Studies
Health Behavior
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
mixed methods
optimism
Patient Compliance - psychology
positive affect
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Summary:Adherence to cardiac health behaviors is a critical predictor of prognosis in the months following an acute coronary syndrome (ACS). However, there has been minimal concomitant study of multiple nonadherence risk factors, as assessed via record review, structured assessments, and qualitative interviews, among hospitalized ACS patients. Accordingly, we completed an exploratory mixed methods study with 22 individuals who were admitted for ACS and had suboptimal pre-ACS adherence to physical activity, heart-healthy diet, and/or medications, defined by a Medical Outcomes Study Specific Adherence Scale (MOS SAS) score
ISSN:1354-8506
1465-3966
DOI:10.1080/13548506.2014.989531