hoitomyöntyvyyteen

Hoitomyöntyvyyteen is a Finnish term used in healthcare and social care contexts to describe a person’s willingness to accept, cooperate with, and follow prescribed care or treatment. The corresponding noun hoitomyöntyvyys refers to the attribute or state of such willingness. In practice, the concept covers both agreement to care decisions and actual adherence to care plans, including cooperation with care professionals and participation in recommended actions.

The idea of hoitomyöntyvyyteen emphasizes patient autonomy and collaborative care. It exists on a spectrum from active, informed consent and engagement to passive acceptance or partial adherence, and it can be influenced by factors such as health literacy, trust in providers, perceived benefits and risks, cultural beliefs, mental capacity, and the quality of communication within the caregiver–patient relationship. Coercive approaches are generally avoided in modern ethics, with emphasis on informed consent, respect for preferences, and shared decision-making.

In clinical and care settings, hoitomyöntyvyys is often assessed through conversation, observation of adherence to treatment regimens, attendance at follow-up appointments, and the patient’s ability to perform self-care tasks. Low levels of hoitomyöntyvyys can jeopardize treatment outcomes and increase complexity of care, while higher levels are associated with better engagement and cooperation. Care plans frequently aim to support and enhance hoitomyöntyvyyyen through clear information, bedside support, and partnership between patients and professionals.

See also: informed consent, patient autonomy, treatment adherence, shared decision-making.