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Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Obstacles in Coping
Özlem Fİdan1, Şenay Takmak1, Arife Şanlialp Zeyrek1
1MSN, RN, Institute of Health Sciences, Pamukkale University, Denizli, Turkey.
The Journal of Nursing Research : JNR
|May 8, 2020
Summary
Daily obstacles significantly impact Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) management. Improving treatment compliance and addressing patient anxiety, depression, and lifestyle factors are crucial for better coping strategies.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Public Health
- Psychology
Background:
- Diabetes mellitus poses a significant global health challenge.
- Effective management of diabetes mellitus can be improved by reducing daily coping obstacles for patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the daily obstacles encountered by patients with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
- To identify factors related to coping obstacles in T2DM patients.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted with 186 hospitalized T2DM patients in Turkey.
- Data were collected using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and the Diabetes Obstacles Questionnaire.
- Multiple linear regression analysis identified predictors of coping obstacles.
Main Results:
- The highest mean score indicated significant obstacles in coping with diabetes.
- Treatment compliance was the most significant predictor of coping obstacles (β = .289, p < .001).
- Anxiety, depression, smoking status, and education level also significantly predicted coping obstacles.
Conclusions:
- Interventions should focus on enhancing treatment compliance and overcoming disease management obstacles.
- Addressing patient anxiety, depression, and lifestyle behaviors is essential for effective T2DM care.
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