The Impact of Nurses’ Health Education on Self-Care Practices Among Diabetic Patients at University of Jos Teaching Hospital
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Background of the Study
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition characterized by elevated blood glucose levels due to insulin deficiency or resistance. Effective management of diabetes necessitates comprehensive self-care practices, including blood glucose monitoring, adherence to medication, dietary modifications, and regular physical activity.
Nurses play a pivotal role in delivering health education to diabetic patients, equipping them with the knowledge and skills required for effective self-management. Through structured education programs, nurses can enhance patients' understanding of their condition, promote adherence to treatment regimens, and encourage lifestyle modifications that mitigate complications.
At the University of Jos Teaching Hospital, the integration of nurse-led health education into patient care aims to improve self-care practices among diabetic patients. However, the effectiveness of these educational interventions in fostering sustainable self-management behaviors remains underexplored.
Statement of the Problem
Despite the implementation of nurse-led health education programs, many diabetic patients continue to exhibit suboptimal self-care practices, leading to poor glycemic control and increased risk of complications. This issue raises concerns about the adequacy and effectiveness of the current educational strategies employed by nurses at the University of Jos Teaching Hospital.
Identifying the gaps in knowledge transfer and understanding the barriers hindering effective self-care among diabetic patients are crucial steps toward enhancing educational interventions. This study seeks to evaluate the impact of nurses' health education on the self-care practices of diabetic patients, aiming to inform improvements in educational approaches and patient outcomes.
Objectives of the Study
- To assess the current self-care practices among diabetic patients at the University of Jos Teaching Hospital.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of nurse-led health education programs in improving these self-care practices.
- To identify barriers that impede effective self-management among diabetic patients.
Research Questions
- What are the prevailing self-care practices among diabetic patients at the University of Jos Teaching Hospital?
- How effective are nurse-led health education programs in enhancing these self-care practices?
- What factors hinder diabetic patients from effectively managing their condition?
Research Hypotheses
- Diabetic patients at the University of Jos Teaching Hospital exhibit inadequate self-care practices.
- Nurse-led health education programs significantly improve self-care practices among diabetic patients.
- Various barriers, including limited health literacy and socioeconomic factors, impede effective self-management among diabetic patients.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study focuses on diabetic patients receiving care at the University of Jos Teaching Hospital. It evaluates the impact of nurse-led health education on patients' self-care practices and identifies barriers to effective self-management. Limitations include reliance on self-reported data, which may be subject to bias, and the study's confinement to a single institution, potentially limiting the generalizability of findings.
Definitions of Terms
- Self-Care Practices: Activities undertaken by individuals to manage their health conditions, including medication adherence, dietary management, physical activity, and blood glucose monitoring.
- Health Education: Informative and educational activities provided by healthcare professionals to patients to promote health literacy and encourage effective disease management.
- Glycemic Control: The maintenance of blood glucose levels within a target range to prevent complications associated with diabetes.
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