1- Faculty of Vocational Studies, Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia
2- Faculty of Nursing, Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia
3- Department Dr. Soetomo Regional Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia
Abstract: (292 Views)
Aims: This study aims to determine the effectiveness of health education in increasing treatment compliance in breast cancer patients.
Materials & Methods: This quantitative research employed a cross-sectional method in all breast cancer patients undergoing treatment from May to June 2024 at a hospital in Surabaya. This study used the total sampling technique, with data collected through questionnaires evaluating the level of patient understanding of health education, treatment compliance, and perceptions of the compliance importance.
Findings: Health education significantly increased patients’ adherence to treatment. There was a strong relationship between adherence, compliance and therapy success. Good health education increased patients motivation, improved therapy outcomes and prolonged patients resilience in long-term treatment.
Conclusion: Compliance, adherence and persistence have a significant impact on the success of therapy.
Article Type:
Original Research |
Subject:
Health Education and Health Behavior Received: 2024/08/15 | Accepted: 2024/09/26 | Published: 2024/10/15
* Corresponding Author Address: Nursing Doctoral Program,Faculty of Nursing, Airlangga University, Dr. Street Ir. H. Soekarno, Mulyorejo, District, Mulyorejo, SBY City, East Java, Surabaya, Indonesia. Postal Code: 60115 (susilo.harianto@vokasi.unair.ac.id) |