The Role of the Allied Health Professional in Improving Patient Adherence.

Puckett, Mary J.; Russell, Michael L.

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Publication Date: 1978

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The Role of the Allied Health Professional in Improving Patient Adherence

Puckett, Mary J.; Russell, Michael L.

Journal of Allied Health, 7, 1, 36-41, W 78

The authors state that allied health personnel need to function in the role of patient counselor to help patients adhere to medical treatment regimens and to change their behavior as an adjunct to treatment. Suggestions are given for patient education and for allied health personnel techniques in handling patients. (MF)

Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Behavior Change, Change Strategies, Communication Skills, Counseling, Health Education, Health Personnel, Medical Services, Patient Education, Patients, Staff Role

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