This study sought to explore and describe the perceptions and beliefs of physicians about adherence to antiretroviral treatment by patients in the South-East district of Botswana. The Health Belief Model (Naidoo & Willis 2003:222) was adapted to suit and be used in the study. A descriptive, exploratory qualitative design was used. Unstructured interviews and unstructured observation data collection methods were applied. Informed consent was obtained prior to data collection. For triangulation purposes, observations were done following interviews, and data analysis was done by two different people. The findings of the study revealed that the perceptions and beliefs of treating physicians contributed towards adherence. Physicians perceived adherence as an important aspect in the success of antiretroviral treatment. Giving patients correct information, personal motivation, patients' understanding of treatment, traditional and religious beliefs were among other factors perceived by physicians to be impacting on adherence. / Health Studies / M.A. (Public Health)
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:uir.unisa.ac.za:10500/542 |
| Date | 31 July 2007 |
| Creators | Dzinza, Irene |
| Contributors | Human, S. P., Mogotlane, S.M. |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online resource (xvii, 223 leaves) |
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