The effect of a lifestyle intervention on psychosocial factors and medication adherence in African-Americans
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Telisa A. Spikes, RN, NEA-BC; Erin Ferranti, RN; Carolyn Reilly, RN; Sandra B. Dunbar, RN, DSN, FAAN; Melinda Higgins
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- Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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Session presented on Sunday, September 18, 2016:
CVD risk factors and components of Metabolic syndrome affect AAs at higher rates when compared to Caucasians. Lifestyle, psychosocial status and adherence to treatment are factors relating to worse CVD outcomes. A culturally sensitive lifestyle intervention focusing on health behaviors was evaluated for effects on psychosocial factors and medication adherence.
Leadership Connection 2016 Theme: Personal. Professional. Global. Held at the Marriott Downtown, Indianapolis.
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Type | Poster |
Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
Evidence Level | N/A |
Research Approach | N/A |
Keywords | Medication Adherence; Cardiovascular Disease; Lifestyle Intervention |
Name | Leadership Connection 2016 |
Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
Location | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
Date | 2016 |
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