Knowledge, attitude and practices of Qatari patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Kheir, Nadir; Greer, William; Yousif, Adil; Geed, Hajer Al; Okkah, Randa Al

doi:10.1111/j.2042-7174.2011.00118.x

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“…[7][8][9][10] Several studies have been conducted worldwide to determine DM-related knowledge among different populations. [11][12][13] In Canada, a community telephone survey among adults in the general population revealed a low level of general DM knowledge. 11 Kheir et al also reported relatively poor knowledge levels among 54 patients attending a diabetic clinic in Qatar; these findings were similar to those of a study of Saudi Arabian female patients with DM.…”

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“…11 Kheir et al also reported relatively poor knowledge levels among 54 patients attending a diabetic clinic in Qatar; these findings were similar to those of a study of Saudi Arabian female patients with DM. 12,13 Interestingly, most studies have evaluated patients with access to DM-related healthcare services who would therefore be expected to have greater DM knowledge than patients in the general community. 2,7 In 2004, a Kuwaiti study revealed low levels of DM knowledge among 5,114 people with diabetes attending 24 primary healthcare clinics, with only 9.7% demonstrating adequate knowledge.…”

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Diabetes-Related Knowledge and Preventative Practices Among Government Employees with Diabetes in Kuwait

Abdulsalam

Aldaihani

Francis³

2018

Sultan Qaboos Univ Med J

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Objectives: Diabetes mellitus (DM)-related knowledge and preventative practices are vital for the successful management of this condition. In Kuwait, few studies have been conducted to evaluate the knowledge and preventative practices of DM patients. This study aimed to assess DM-related knowledge and preventative practices among government employees with DM in Kuwait and to examine associations between DM knowledge, preventative practices and other variables. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in June 2015 and involved 345 employees with DM from 15 government ministries in Kuwait. A self-administered Arabic-language questionnaire was designed to assess DM-related knowledge and preventative practices based on the Diabetes Knowledge Test and the recommendations of the American Diabetes Association, respectively. Results: A total of 312 ministry employees agreed to participate in the study (response rate: 90.4%). The mean age was 45.6 ± 10.6 years. A total of 63.4% were male and 64.1% were Kuwaiti. The median DM knowledge score was 9 out of 14 and the median preventative practice score was 5 out of 14. High knowledge scores were significantly associated with education (β = 1.510; P ≤0.001) and income (β = 0.896; P ≤0.001). High preventative practice scores were significantly associated with income (β = 1.376; P = 0.002), DM duration (β = 0.919; P = 0.026) and knowledge scores (β = 1.783; P = 0.015). Conclusion: Government employees in Kuwait were found to have average DM knowledge and poor preventative practices. It is therefore imperative that policy-makers develop educational and health-promoting campaigns to target government employees with DM in Kuwait.

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Diabetes-Related Knowledge and Preventative Practices Among Government Employees with Diabetes in Kuwait

Abdulsalam

Aldaihani

Francis³

2018

Sultan Qaboos Univ Med J

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“…The results of this study are in line with the results of previous studies, such as the results of a study by Al-Maskari et al (2013), Roux et al 2018, Ansari et al (2019), who said that poor levels of knowledge and attitudes related to patient control of DM, which reflected in poor glycemic control and can contribute to morbidity and mortality. Although many research results say knowledge, and attitudes influence patients in controlling their blood sugar, but to improve the ability of DM patients to manage their own blood sugar, they need to think about demographics, education and age and economic conditions (Kheir et al, 2011).…”

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Path Analysis of Blood Glucose Determinant on Diabetes Mellitus Patients through Intervening Variables of Medication Adherence

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Lindasari²,

Rahayu³

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The prevalence of DM patients in Indonesia in 2013 has increased compared to 2007. The non- adherence of patients in undergoing treatment therapy is one of the drug therapy problems (DTP) that needs special attention. The purpose of the study was to obtain the results of an analysis of direct and indirect relationships related to knowledge, attitudes, family support, and adherence to taking medication for blood glucose levels in patients with DM of type II. Research with correlation analytic research design, with a population of all DM patients of type II with outpatient care in the Sleman region, DIY, were 530 people. The sample was determined by the proportionate stratified random sampling technique of 119 people. The independent variables include knowledge, attitude, family support, while the dependent variable is blood glucose levels in patients with DM of type II and the intervening variable is adherence with taking medication. This study uses path analysis techniques. The results of this study draw conclusions, knowledge, attitudes, family support and medication adherence to DM patients with directly influence blood glucose levels. Apart from knowledge, attitudes and family support through adherence to taking drugs indirectly affect blood glucose levels.

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“…Kheir et al reported that there were poor practices regarding inspection of foot regularly among the T2DM patients in Qatar. 12 Hamidah et al from Malaysia observed that 28.4% newly diagnosed diabetic patients had practiced good habits towards care of feet. 21 Desalu et al from Nigeria observed that only 10.2% diabetic patients had good foot care practices.…”

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“…11 Kheir et al observed poor practices of regularly inspecting feet to detect neuropathy among 80 type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients in a tertiary care hospital in Qatar. 12 Study by Majra P et al in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka state reported that 15% diabetic subjects knew about chronic complications of diabetes, 17% about diabetic foot and low practices related to care. 13 Jain et al from Pune reported that 62.5% patients had poor knowledge score on foot care.…”

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Effectiveness of self-learning module on the knowledge and practices regarding foot care among type II diabetes patients in East Delhi, India

Devi

Kapoor

Singh

2016

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Knowledge, attitude and practices of Qatari patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Abstract: The data provided can assist pharmacists and other healthcare practitioners in tailoring educational programmes aimed at improving diabetes control.

Cited by 32 publications

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Diabetes-Related Knowledge and Preventative Practices Among Government Employees with Diabetes in Kuwait

Diabetes-Related Knowledge and Preventative Practices Among Government Employees with Diabetes in Kuwait

Path Analysis of Blood Glucose Determinant on Diabetes Mellitus Patients through Intervening Variables of Medication Adherence

Effectiveness of self-learning module on the knowledge and practices regarding foot care among type II diabetes patients in East Delhi, India

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