Assessing the usability of the new automated medication dispensation device for patients and the adherence dashboard for real-time medication monitoring for healthcare providers: a study protocol

Abstract

Background Non-adherence to prescribed medication regimens can lead to suboptimal control of chronic health conditions and increased hospitalizations. Older adults may find it particularly challenging to self-manage medications due to physical and cognitive limitations resulting in medication non-adherence. While automated medication dispensing technologies may offer a solution for medication self-management among older adults, these technologies must demonstrate usability before effectiveness can be investigated and products made available for widespread use.