Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice about Diabetes Complication Among Diabetic Patients Attending Diabetes Center At King Khalid Hospital in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 6
Abstract
Introduction: Diabetes is a disease that affects the body’s ability to produce or use insulin. Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin, or when the cells are unable to use insulin properly, which is called insulin resistance. Complications of diabetes are attributed to prolonged levels of high blood glucose. Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to a number of short and long-term health complications, including hypoglycemia, heart disease, nerve damage and amputation, and vision problems. The majority of these diabetes-related conditions occur as a result of uncontrolled blood glucose levels, particularly elevated blood sugar over a prolonged period of time. It is essential that diabetics are aware of the complications that can occur as a result of diabetes to ensure that the first symptoms of any possible illness are spotted before they develop. Methodology: A 50 diabetic patients who attend the diabetic center at King Khalid hospital in Tabuk city were enrolled in this study .The participants were given the options not to participate in the study if they wanted. Then by interview technique we collected the pre-test, give heath education section and collect post-test data. Results: Mean age of the participants was 51.8 years (± 11.5yrs). Majority were males 58%. Significant Improvement in Knowledge on Diabetes was observed regarding Organs affected by diabetes and diabetes complication (P: 0.006) Significant Improvement in Positive Attitude was observed in increase awareness about diabetes complication and the role of physical activity and exercise in preventing diabetic complication (P:0.005) Conclusion: This study highlighted the need for better health information to the patients to change the attitude and practices of public regarding diabetes.
Authors and Affiliations
Amal Abdulrhman Alotaibi, Areej Abdulrhman Alotaibi, Malak Dhaifallah Alenzi, Sumayah Abdulrahman Al-zhrani, Rhahf Saleh Al-balawi, Malak Hussain Asiri, Shareefah Msable Alenezi, Malak Satam Alenezi, Ibrahim Mahmoud Ajwah
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- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2017.3.6.043
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