Authors : Reena M; Jayanthi P

Volume/Issue : Volume 5 - 2020, Issue 12 - December

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Abstract : Diabetes mellitus and Coronary artery disease has become a major health problem and multifactorial in nature and 2/3rd of deaths occur before the patient reaching the hospital. Aim: To assess the compliance and reasons for non-compliance to lifestyle modification among patients with diabetes mellitus & coronary artery disease. Material and Method: Descriptive research design was used. 60 patients diagnosed to have diabetes mellitus with coronary artery disease in selected hospitals in Chennai selected by Nonprobability convenience sampling technique. A structured interview schedule guide was administered to assess the compliance and reasons for Non-Compliance to lifestyle modification. Result: The study result showed that 60% and 77% adhered to prescribed diet and medication. 55% Non-Compliance to prescribed exercise regularly and the reasons for Non-Compliance due to general body weakness and tiredness.45% had NonCompliance to regular follow up and monitoring blood glucose and cholesterol level due to lack of interest. Conclusion: Health care personal has to create awareness and motivate the clients who diagnosed to have diabetes mellitus with coronary artery disease to adhere to prescribed lifestyle modification.

Keywords : Compliance, Reasons For Non-Compliance, Life Style Modification, Diabetes Mellitus And Coronary Artery Disease