Evaluating the Effectiveness of Multimedia Educational Interventions on Medication Compliance in Older Adults: A Systematic Review

Authors: Nada S. Almaklhafi, Asma F. Alshehri, Alanoud E. Alhumoud

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Abstract
Background:
Medication non-compliance among older adults is a major issue that impacts health outcomes and raises healthcare costs. With the rapid advancement of technology, multimedia educational interventions present promising strategies to improve medication adherence in this demographic. This systematic review examines the effectiveness of these interventions on medication compliance in older adults.
Objectives: The main goal of this review is to evaluate how multimedia educational interventions affect medication compliance rates among older adults. Additional objectives include assessing the types of multimedia interventions used and analyzing the related health status improvements.
Methods: A systematic search was performed in electronic databases such as PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Scopus for studies published between 2000 and 2012. Eligible studies included older adults (aged 65 and above) and investigated the effectiveness of multimedia interventions (e.g., videos, interactive software, mobile applications) in enhancing medication adherence. Data extraction concentrated on study characteristics, types of interventions, adherence rates, and health outcomes. The quality of the included studies was assessed using the Cochrane risk of bias tool.
Results: A total of 12 studies were included, showcasing a range of multimedia methods. The interventions typically showed notable improvements in medication compliance rates. For instance, McMahon et al. (2008) discovered that using educational videos along with follow-up calls increased adherence rates from 60% to 85% in older patients with chronic illnesses. The overall findings indicate that multimedia interventions can significantly boost medication adherence in this group.
Conclusion: Multimedia educational interventions are a promising strategy for enhancing medication compliance among older adults. These methods not only align with the learning preferences of older patients but also address different levels of health literacy. Future studies should investigate the long-term sustainability of these adherence improvements and consider how to incorporate these interventions into standard clinical practice.

Keywords: medication compliance, multimedia educational interventions, older adults, systematic review, health outcomes.

Paper Id: 231333

Published On: 2013-09-03

Published In: Volume 1, Issue 1, September-October 2013

Cite This: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Multimedia Educational Interventions on Medication Compliance in Older Adults: A Systematic Review - Nada S. Almaklhafi, Asma F. Alshehri, Alanoud E. Alhumoud - IJIRMPS Volume 1, Issue 1, September-October 2013.

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