Effect of Family-Based Education on the Quality of Life of Persons With Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Abstract

Educating the families of patients was shown in this study to improve the QOL of the patient. The design of educational programs for nursing students must emphasize the role of the family in the care of chronic patients.

Potential Methods to Improve Self-management in Those with Type 2 Diabetes: A Narrative Review

“…Other clinical outcomes reported to be expected in the patient were controlled blood pressure ( 22 , 26 , 30 - 35 ), controlled FBG ( 34 , 36 ), body mass index (BMI) ( 26 , 30 , 31 , 34 , 35 ); low-density lipoprotein (LDL) ( 22 , 36 ), high-density lipoprotein (HDL) ( 22 ), and total cholesterol ( 31 ). Some studies have also reported secondary outcomes, including patients’ knowledge ( 20 , 21 , 24 , 30 , 34 , 37 , 38 ), self-efficacy ( 21 , 22 , 24 , 34 , 36 , 39 - 41 ), habits ( 20 , 42 , 43 ), physical activity ( 22 , 24 , 34 , 40 , 41 ), ability to follow the diet ( 20 , 22 , 34 , 44 , 45 ), smoking ( 21 , 45 ), changes in medical treatment ( 31 , 35 , 42 , 44 , 46 ), self-management support ( 38 , 44 , 47 - 49 ), waist circumference ( 30 - 32 ), and healthy behavior ( 20 , 21 , 2...…”

“…Overall, the primary outcome included HbA1c and the quality of life of patients with T2DM. Other clinical outcomes reported to be expected in the patient were controlled blood pressure (22,26,(30)(31)(32)(33)(34)(35), controlled FBG (34,36), body mass index (BMI) (26,30,31,34,35); lowdensity lipoprotein (LDL) (22,36), high-density lipoprotein (HDL) (22), and total cholesterol (31). Some studies have also reported secondary outcomes, including patients' knowledge (20,21,24,30,34,37,38), self-efficacy (21,22,24,34,36,(39)(40)(41), habits (20,42,43), physical activity (22,24,34,40,41), ability to follow the diet (20,22,34,44,45), smoking…”

Identifying Needs and Barriers to Diabetes Dietary Education in Chinese People with Type 2 Diabetes and Their Family Members in Guangzhou: A Qualitative Study

“…One study in Western countries found that patients thought allied healthcare workers were better able to understand their needs and concerns since they had more time available instead of the limited time with a clinician. 15 , 24 Patients in India found it easier to access their family physician versus dietitians, and were highly likely to follow a suggested diet plan. 15 , 25 In Nepal, community- and mid-level health facilities are often ill equipped to provide screening and treatment services for diabetes, thus forcing patients to attend less accessible, higher-level health facilities.…”

“… 15 , 24 Patients in India found it easier to access their family physician versus dietitians, and were highly likely to follow a suggested diet plan. 15 , 25 In Nepal, community- and mid-level health facilities are often ill equipped to provide screening and treatment services for diabetes, thus forcing patients to attend less accessible, higher-level health facilities. Hence one method gaining attention in a growing number of low-resource settings is the use of community-based programs to supplement hospital-based services for chronic diseases such as diabetes.…”

“…Therefore, identifying the underlying needs and barriers to diabetes dietary education among both individuals with diabetes and their family members is considered as an essential element for ameliorating and innovating diabetes dietary education strategies to help improve overall medical outcomes. [14][15][16] Traditional quantitative methods are inappropriate to address questions related to a situation, however, qualitative research studies provide important insights into health-related phenomenon. 12 Qualitative research including interviews are valuable complements to quantitative research, helping us to understand individuals and to focus on their thoughts and experiences.…”