While patient education about their drugs is important, information alone does not necessarily lead to adherence to a drug regimen. Patients report greater adherence when:
1. The provider spent a lot of time discussing the drugs with them
2. Their concerns and specific area of knowledge deficit were addressed
3. They were given written material, such as pamphlets, about the drugs
4. The provider used appropriate medical and pharmacological terms
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