ABSTRACT

Background: Acute Ischemic Stroke (AIS) poses significant challenges globally due to its impact on mortality and disability. Effective interventions are crucial to mitigate these effects, particularly by preventing secondary complications such as recurrent strokes. Medication adherence and patient education play pivotal roles in enhancing outcomes for AIS patients. Clinical Pharmacist intervention has emerged as a promising approach to improve medication adherence and patient knowledge, thereby potentially reducing the risk of secondary strokes. This study aims to evaluate the impact of Clinical Pharmacist intervention on Knowledge, Medication Adherence, and Quality of Life among AIS patients, offering valuable insights for optimizing stroke care protocols. Methods: A six-month prospective observational study was conducted at the Department of Neurology, Pushpagiri Medical College Hospital, involving 76 AIS patients selected based on predefined criteria. Data on patient demographics, knowledge, attitudes, practices, medication adherence, and quality of life were collected using a structured proforma. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS. Results: Among the 76 participants, predominantly male and aged 71-80 years, significant improvements were observed post-intervention. Knowledge scores increased from 1.09 to 4.54,attitudes improved from 2.67 to 4.20, and practices enhanced from 3.46 to 4.51. Medication adherence scores notably rose from 3.58 to 6.67, reflecting better adherence following Clinical Pharmacist intervention. Quality of life assessments also showed marked improvement, increasing from 3.86 to 7.79. Conclusion: This study underscores the critical role of Clinical Pharmacists in enhancing Medication Adherence and Quality of Life among AIS patients through tailored interventions. By addressing both technical and psychosocial aspects of care, pharmacists contribute significantly to holistic stroke management strategies. Integrating pharmacist expertise into healthcare frameworks can lead to improved outcomes and well-being for stroke survivors, emphasizing the importance of collaborative interdisciplinary approaches in stroke care. Keywords: Acute Ischemic Stroke; Knowledge; Attitude; Practice; Medication Adherence; Quality of Life; Clinical Pharmacist
Publication date: 01/11/2025

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2025/14.11.9574