The Importance of Adherence and Compliance with Treatment in Cystic Fibrosis

Assessing Vocational Rehabilitation Engagement of People With Disabilities

“…The terms client engagement and patient activation are often used interchangeably in both health care and rehabilitation services. However, these terms should not be confused with compliance or adherence, in which the focus is on clients’ behaviors coinciding with the treatment regimen or medical advice (Arias-Llorente, Garcia, & Martin, 2012). Patient activation refers to patients’ knowledge, skills, ability, and willingness to manage their own care (Hibbard & Greene, 2013).…”