Exploring Self-Care Management Practices among Patients Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at District General Hospital in Chilaw, Sri Lanka

Autor: G. R. I. K. Gamlath, O. M. I. Jayalath, S. M. S. N. K. Samarakoon, M. D. M. Shrimali, I. M. N. D. Iriyagolla, H. G. A. S. Samarasinghe, H. M. C. R. K. Thilakarathna, T. D. Amarasekara
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2023
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Zdroj: Biology and Life Sciences Forum, Vol 29, Iss 1, p 7 (2023)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2673-9976
DOI: 10.3390/IECN2023-15794
Popis: This study addresses the global challenge of effectively managing diabetes through self-care practices, including medication adherence, exercise, blood glucose monitoring, foot care, and diet. Our research aimed to evaluate self-care practices among type 2 diabetic patients, using the validated Summary of Diabetes Self-Care Activities scale (SDSCA), and to analyze associations with age, gender, education, and socioeconomic status. This cross-sectional study was conducted at District General Hospital Chilaw, Sri Lanka, and involved 187 participants. Data analysis employed SPSS version 25. The results highlighted suboptimal self-care behaviors and medication adherence, emphasizing the need for integrated interventions to enhance knowledge and self-care among “Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus” patients.
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