| Autor: |
Sheen, Linda H., Casarez, Rebecca, Gallagher, Martina R., Elizabeth Hayes, Alexis, Diep, Cassandra S., Engebretson, Joan |
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Journal of Transcultural Nursing; Mar2024, Vol. 35 Issue 2, p142-150, 9p |
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Introduction: The Vietnamese American (VA) population is projected to grow to 3.9 million by 2030. This demographic shift could affect health care cost as VAs have greater susceptibility for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Few studies have explored diabetes self-management (DSM) among VAs. The aim of this study was to explore and describe how VAs with T2DM perceive diabetes and DSM practices. Method: A focused ethnographic design, using semi-structured interviews and participant observation, was used to understand DSM among VAs. Results: The following four themes emerged: (a) defining diabetes and its etiology, (b) body awareness as a way of managing diabetes, (c) maintaining strength after being diagnosed with diabetes, and (d) navigating sources of information regarding diabetes. Discussion: The study findings suggest that DSM is a complex and recursive process, with integrations of cultural practices and influences from the environment. These findings can help the development of culturally tailored interventions to assist with DSM. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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