Table 2.

Attributes of patient compliance

Keyword Clusters	Sources	Attributes
Taking medication, attending scheduled clinic appointments, undergoing medical tests Executing the lifestyle changes Appropriate actions to improve health Daily activities for diabetes management through dietary habits, physical activity, medication use, blood sugar monitoring, and foot care	(Chatterjee, 2006; Ibrahim et al., 2010; Khan et al., 2012; Murphy & Coster, 1997; Shrestha et al., 2019; van der Wal et al., 2010; Vrijens et al., 2012; Wu et al., 2021)	Self-care behavior
Following the medical diagnoses and treatment regimens Following health behaviors Coinciding with healthcare provider’s recommendations Conforming to the suggestions for routine medical care Being in accordance with the established intervals and doses of the regimens Corresponding to the prescribed regimen Matching what is prescribed by healthcare providers	(Chatterjee, 2006; Cramer et al., 2008; Cushing & Metcalfe, 2007; Dutt, 2017; Ibrahim et al., 2010; Khan et al., 2012; Lu et al., 2018; Murphy & Coster, 1997; Shrestha et al., 2019; Sweileh et al., 2004; van der Wal et al., 2010; Vrijens et al., 2012)	Following health recommendations
Willingness Agreement Interaction Cognitive-motivational processes	(Alikari & Zyga, 2014; Kyngäs, 2000; Murphy & Coster, 1997; van der Wal et al., 2010)	Willing collaboration with health professionals