Staff Education Program to Improve Pediatric Medication Adherence Knowledge in Primary Care

This Doctor of Nursing Practice project was focused on a staff education program aimed at addressing the knowledge gaps of primary healthcare providers regarding pediatric medication adherence. Nonadherence among pediatric patients is a significant issue leading to adverse health outcomes and increased healthcare costs. The project underscores the necessity of enhancing provider knowledge and communication skills, alongside implementing systematic strategies to promote adherence. My objective with the project was to elevate primary healthcare providers’ understanding and practical application of pediatric adherence techniques through targeted, evidence-based education. I developed the practice-focused question to examine whether this tailored staff education could bolster healthcare professionals’ capabilities in promoting medication adherence among pediatric patients. A 20-minute educational session was delivered to participants, and a pre-/posttest design was employed to evaluate their knowledge improvement. Analysis of the results revealed a mean pretest score of 61.2, indicating substantial gaps in baseline knowledge, contrasted with a mean posttest score of 86.2 that signified marked enhancement. The calculated normalized learning gain of 0.64 suggests a moderate to high degree of effective knowledge acquisition following the educational intervention. Increasing provider expertise promotes positive social change by lowering inequities in pediatric care and guaranteeing that families receive transparent and efficient counsel to assist their children’s treatment adherence. Broader implications include culturally responsive treatment, safer use of pediatric medications, and decreased health inequities through improved provider education.