A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INFORMATION BOOKLET ON ENHANCING KNOWLEDGE OF ELDERLY PATIENTS WITH CARDIAC DISORDER REGARDING THE STRATEGIES TO MANAGE POLYPHARMACY IN SELECTED HOSPITALS AT INDORE (M.P)

Abstract

Polypharmacy, the concurrent use of multiple medications, is a common and critical concern among elderly patients, especially those with chronic conditions like cardiac disorders. Inadequate knowledge regarding medication management can lead to adverse drug reactions, reduced treatment adherence, and poor health outcomes. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of an information booklet in improving the knowledge of elderly patients with cardi disorders regarding strategies to manage polypharmacy. A quasi-experimental one-group pre-test and post-test design was employed. The study was conducted among elderly cardiac patients admitted to a selected hospital. A total of [insert sample size] participants were selected using purposive Sampling. A structured knowledge questionnaire was administered before and after the intervention. The intervention included the distribution and explanation of an information booklet covering safe medication practices, adherence strategies, side effects management, and the importance of regular follow-up. The findings revealed a significant improvement in the post-test knowledge scores compared to the pre-test scores. The mean post-test score was notably higher, indicating enhanced understanding among the participants. Statistical analysis using paired t-test showed that the difference was significant At P< 0.05. The study concluded that the information booklet was effective in enhancing the knowledge of elderly cardiac patients regarding the management of polypharmacy. Such educational interventions are vital in promoting safe medication practices and improving the overall quality of care in the geriatric population.