HLT 306v

Write a short (50-100-word) paragraph response for each question. This assignment is to be submitted as a Microsoft Word document.

1. Define patient compliance and explain its importance in your field.

Patient compliance means that patients follow what is directed to them by yielding to their health care professionals treatment plan. Patient compliance is crucial in my field because in order for patients to get better they must follow the treatment plan that is specified. If patients do not comply with the doctors suggested treatment plan then they could potentially become very ill and possibly need more medical attention. This could result in more time taken from the medical professional and higher cost for the patient due to more medical needs.

1. Identify the health care...