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Using the Self-Management Assessment Scale for Screening Support Needs in Type 2 Diabetes: Qualitative Study.
Ulrika Öberg1, Carl Johan Orre2, Åsa Hörnsten1
1Department of Nursing Umeå University Umeå Sweden.
JMIR Nursing
|August 4, 2021
Summary
Diabetes specialist nurses found the Self-Management Assessment Scale (SMASc) improved person-centered care for type 2 diabetes patients. This digital tool enhanced collaboration and empowered both nurses and patients in self-management support.
Area of Science:
- Digital health interventions in chronic disease management.
- Nursing informatics and healthcare technology adoption.
- Patient empowerment and self-management support strategies.
Background:
- Rising global prevalence of type 2 diabetes and chronic conditions necessitates innovative healthcare approaches.
- Digital tools are transforming traditional nursing practices, shifting towards remote and personalized care.
- Effective self-management is crucial for lifelong condition management, requiring robust support systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore diabetes specialist nurses' (DSNs) experiences with a pilot implementation of the Self-Management Assessment Scale (SMASc).
- To evaluate the SMASc as a foundation for delivering person-centered digital self-management support.
- To understand the impact of a digital screening instrument on nurse-patient interactions in primary care.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study design employing direct observations.
- In-depth interviews with diabetes specialist nurses.
- Analysis of qualitative data using a systematic content analysis approach.
Main Results:
- The SMASc provided valuable insights, fostering a patient-centered approach to self-management support for individuals with type 2 diabetes.
- Nurses perceived the SMASc as a promising screening tool extending beyond medical aspects, enhancing personalized care.
- The instrument facilitated collaborative development between DSNs and patients, strengthening the self-management support process.
Conclusions:
- The SMASc shows potential to enhance person-centered care, aligning with best clinical practice models for type 2 diabetes management.
- Screening instruments like SMASc can empower both nurses and patients, leading to more tailored and effective self-management support.
- Integrating screening tools into patient encounters may prompt a beneficial evolution in DSNs' roles and practices.
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