Posted: August 16th, 2017

Nonadherence to therapeutic regimens is a significant problem for which of the following age groups?

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.