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Increasing diabetic self-care through guided imagery
1Professional Program in Nursing, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay 54311-7001, USA. wichowsh@gbms01.uwgb.edu
Background:
Findings from the literature and clinical practice describe the various strategies necessary on a regular basis to control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes and suggests that guided imagery techniques aid clients in adhering to the rigorous diabetic routine.
Methods And Results:
An imagery script was developed and used to aid diabetic clients in maintaining their diabetic regimen. Participants in this cognitive experience indicated that the motivation script used with them by health-care practitioners was effective. The major treatment areas were blood testing, regular exercise, weight management, and consumption of a restricted lifetime diet. Several of these areas showed modification after the use of guided imagery.