Use of diabetes technologies in the primary school environment: a scoping review protocol

Tracey O'Neill1,2, Eleanor Hollywood1,2,3, Sonam Prakashini-Banka Cullen1,2,3

  • 1School of Nursing and Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.

JBI Evidence Synthesis
|December 22, 2023
PubMed

Insights

This review maps research on diabetes technology use by children with type 1 diabetes (T1D) in primary schools. It highlights the need for more investigation into how these technologies impact school life for children with T1D and their families.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Medical Technology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a growing childhood chronic disease.
  • Technological advancements have increased diabetes technology use.
  • Challenges persist for children with T1D and their parents in school settings, with limited research on technology use during the school day.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To map existing literature on diabetes technology use by children with T1D in primary schools.
  • To identify how these technologies are utilized by children and/or their parents within the school environment.

Main Methods:

  • Scoping review adhering to JBI methodology and PRISMA-ScR guidelines.
  • Comprehensive search of Embase, MEDLINE, CINAHL, and Web of Science.
  • Inclusion of peer-reviewed studies on children aged 6-12 with T1D using diabetes technology in primary schools.

Main Results:

  • Literature search and data extraction are ongoing.
  • Data will be presented descriptively with tables, charts, and narrative summaries.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is needed to understand the role and impact of diabetes technologies in primary schools for children with T1D.
  • This review aims to identify gaps in the literature to guide future studies and support evidence-based practices.
Abstract

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