Development and Evaluation of Pictorial Labeling System for Elderly Patients with Chronic disease
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Introduction: The objective of this study was designed to develop and evaluate pictorial label for elderly patients with chronic diseases in Maha Sarakham province. Materials and method: The study was quasi experimental designed. The study samples were elderly patients with chronic diseases of Khamriang primary care hospital. The samples were divided into 2 groups including a control group receiving traditional labels and an experimental group receiving traditional and pictorial labels. Outcomes measured were 1) understanding, 2) accuracy drug use behavior score and 3) compliance. The study was conducted from June to November 2012. Results: There were 87 patients participated in the study. The experimental group (n=43) had score higher significantly than the control group (n=44) in 1) understanding (p = 0.027) 2) accuracy drug use behavior score (p = 0.025) and 3) compliance (p = 0.002). Conclusion: In conclusion, pictorial label can be used as an alternative method for improve efficacy of medication used in elderly patients with chronic diseases.
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