Biology and Life Sciences Forum (Nov 2023)

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

  • 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

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3390/IECN2023-15794
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 29, no. 1
p. 7

Abstract

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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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