Thực hành hỗ trợ tuân thủ điều trị của người chăm sóc chính người bệnh tâm thần phân liệt quản lý tại trạm y tế xã, phường, thành phố Hoà Bình, tỉnh Hoà Bình năm 2021

Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to explore practice among primary caregivers related to treatment adherence support of patients with schizophrenia managed by commune health stations in Hoa Binh city, Hoa Binh province. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study. Data were collected from 317 primary caregivers of patients with schizophrenia managed by commune health stations in Hoa Binh city, Hoa Binh province in 2001 through face-to-face interview, using a structured questionnaire. Results: The proportion of primary caregivers who practiced proper care was 76.3%. Factors associated with proper practices related to treatment adherence include adequate knowledge about caring for patients with schizophrenia, family income at normal level or above, and caring for patients having been treated for more than 5 years. Conclusion: The study suggests the importance of interventions aimed to enhance knowledge and practice among primary caregivers in supporting treatment adherence of patients with schizophrenia, especially for those from low-income family and having short-time experience of care.