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Do persons with diabetes know their (A1C) number?

Todd S Harwell1, Nancy Dettori2, Janet M McDowall1

  • 1Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Helena

The Diabetes Educator
|February 21, 2002
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Patients with diabetes know they had A1C tests but often misinterpret results. Improved patient education on A1C values is crucial for better understanding and managing glycemic control.

Area of Science:

  • Diabetes Management
  • Patient Education
  • Glycemic Control

Background:

  • Accurate understanding of A1C testing is vital for diabetes self-management.
  • Previous studies indicate a gap in patient comprehension of laboratory values.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare patient self-reported knowledge of A1C testing with medical record data.
  • To assess patient recall of A1C values and perceived glycemic control.

Main Methods:

  • A telephone survey was conducted with diabetes patients in rural and community health settings.
  • Self-reported A1C testing history, values, and perceived control were compared to medical records.

Main Results:

  • 75% of patients reported A1C tests, aligning with records.

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  • Only 24% recalled their last A1C value, with weak correlation to medical records.
  • Half of patients perceived good control, but only half had an A1C < 7.0%.

    • Conclusions:

    • Patients recognize A1C testing but struggle to interpret values accurately.
    • Effective patient education is needed to improve understanding of glycemic control measures.
    • Emphasizing the meaning of A1C values can enhance patient engagement in diabetes care.