Computerized Learning Technologies for Diabetes: A Systematic Review

Boren, Suzanne Austin; Gunlock, Teira L.; Peeples, Malinda; Krishna, Santosh

doi:10.1177/193229680800200121

Cited by 25 publications

(18 citation statements)

References 31 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Unclassified

Order By: Relevance

“…Most studies evaluating dietary changes have shown positive results in self-reports, including improvement in the intake of carbohydrates and lipids and a decrease in total kcal (17)(18). Educational interventions in diabetes with a short follow-up up to 6 months tended to show greater efficacy (19)(20).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Adherence to two methods of education and metabolic control in Type 2 diabetics

Herrera¹,

Zerón²,

Alcántara³

2015

Ethiop J Health Sci

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

BACKGROUND: Education in diabetes optimizes metabolic control, prevents acute and chronic complications, and improves quality of life. Our main objective was to evaluate if a better metabolic control is achieved in diabetic patients undergoing a program of intensive interactive care than in those with traditional care and written information. METHODS: Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), aged 20-60 years, education level at least of primary school, serum creatinine ≤ 2.5 mg/dl, self-sufficient and HbA1c ≥ 7.1% were allocated in two groups of education, 1) minimal education (MEG) and 2) full education (FEG). The MEG patients followed predefined diet; FEG patients chose the diet by selecting foods from each group in a list of matches, teaching them to count nutrients, kilocalories (kcal) and percentage of nutrients. RESULTS: A follow-up of 31 patients in each group was obtained. The proportion of patients who had initial adherence was 13.33% in the MEG group and 9.67% in the FEG group while, at the end of the study, these percentages were of 73.3% and 58.38% respectively. The final HbA1c decreased in both groups, with or without good adherence. The FEG group had a higher decline in the values of cholesterol (p = 0.036) and LDL (p = 0.002) than the MEG group. CONCLUSION: Education programs in T2DM contribute to a decrease in HbA1c within six months, but an intensive program is more effective in reducing cholesterol and LDL.

show abstract

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Adherence to two methods of education and metabolic control in Type 2 diabetics

Herrera¹,

Zerón²,

Alcántara³

2015

Ethiop J Health Sci

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…39 A variety of such technologies have been identified, including those that address prevention and management of complications. 30,39 Information and computer technology may present opportunities to enhance care among populations with low health literacy. 40 Symposium participants recommended that diabetes educators consider making use of these rapidly developing technologies, especially among the population demographic for whom they are the preferred means of communication.…”

Section: Effective Interventions and Strategies To Reduce Risksmentioning

confidence: 99%

Reducing the Risks of Diabetes Complications Through Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support

Kent

Melkus

Stuart³

et al. 2013

Population Health Management

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

People with diabetes are at risk of developing complications that contribute to substantial morbidity and mortality. In 2011, the American Association of Diabetes Educators convened an invitational Reducing Risks Symposium, during which an interdisciplinary panel of 11 thought leaders examined current knowledge about the reduction and prevention of diabetes-related risks and translated evidence into diabetes care and self-management education. Symposium participants reviewed findings from the literature and engaged in a moderated roundtable discussion. This report summarizes the discussion and presents recommendations to incorporate into practice to improve outcomes. The objective of the symposium was to develop practical advice for diabetes educators and other members of the diabetes care team regarding the reduction of diabetes-related risks. Optimal diabetes management requires patients to actively participate in their care, which occurs most effectively with a multidisciplinary team. Diabetes education is an integral part of this team approach because it not only helps the patient understand diabetes, its progression, and possible complications, but also provides guidance and encouragement to the patient to engage in proactive risk-reduction decisions for optimal health. A variety of tools are available to help the diabetes educator develop an individualized, patient-centered plan for risk reduction. More research is needed regarding intervention efficacy, best practices to improve adherence, and quantification of benefits from ongoing diabetes support in risk reduction. Diabetes educators are urged to stay abreast of evolving models of care and to build relationships with health care providers both within and beyond the diabetes care team.

show abstract

“…Digital diabetes tools have been designed for coaching people with diabetes by personalized diabetes education . Users define long‐term goals, such as losing weight, decreasing blood glucose levels, and receive daily messages to attain specific goals and to reiterate essential concepts of diabetes education.…”

Section: What Is Diabetes Education?mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Digital diabetes tools have been designed for coaching people with diabetes by personalized diabetes education. 75 Users define long-term goals, such as losing weight, decreasing blood glucose levels, and receive daily messages to attain specific goals and to reiter- Telemedicine has been particularly helpful for people with diabetes who live in remote areas and do not have access to professional counseling and diabetes education resources. 80 The communication and exchange of medical information are made possible through videoconferencing during a telemedicine session.…”

Section: Diabetes Education and Digital Technologiesmentioning

confidence: 99%