My phenomenon (POI) is medication nonadherence in patients with chronic health illnesses. The treatment of many chronic illnesses often requires the use of long-term medications. The misuse of medications is a major contributor of yearly hospitalization and deaths. A concept related to this POI is communication. Due to complex barriers that inhibit medication adherence, effective nurse-client communication is necessary when establishing expectations, mutual goals and goal attainment. Poor medication adherence can interfere with the treatment of a disease and lead to greater complications. As healthcare professionals and advocates, we have a responsibility to ensure patients safety and
