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Fariba A, Amerzadeh M, Banazadeh M, Rashidi S, Myaneh ZT. Fear of hypoglycemia and illness perception in type II diabetes patients. BMC Endocr Disord 2024; 24:24. [PMID: 38378559 PMCID: PMC10877786 DOI: 10.1186/s12902-024-01548-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/22/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Hypoglycemia, a prevalent acute complication among individuals with type 2 diabetes (T2D), manifests with varied symptoms. Those with diabetes who have previously encountered hypoglycemic episodes commonly develop a Fear of Hyperglycemia (FOH). Illness perception (IP) significantly affects self-care behaviors and health outcomes in individuals diagnosed with T2D. OBJECTIVE This study examined the correlation between IP and FOH among T2D patients and predictors of FOH. METHODS The present study employed a descriptive-analytical design. The target population for this investigation comprised patients diagnosed T2D who sought medical care at the clinic and endocrinology departments of a hospital affiliated with Alborz University of Medical Sciences. The data collection period spanned from August 2019 to March 2021. A total of 300 individuals were included in the sample. Questionnaires were administered to measure both IP and FOH. Statistical analysis was conducted to examine the association between IP and FOH, as well as to identify the predictors of FOH. RESULTS The results of the study indicated a statistically significant relationship between FOH and the mean score of IP among patients with diabetes (p = 0.001, r = 0.393), suggesting a moderate positive correlation between these variables. Additionally, the duration of illness, IP, and level of education were identified as variables that predicted FOH (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION The numerous factors that influence FOH in individuals diagnosed with T2D highlight the necessity for strategic planning and training initiatives aimed at enhancing IP and reducing FOH within this specific population. Healthcare providers should prioritize interventions that not only address patients' concerns but also contribute to the improvement of their overall well-being. By implementing such interventions, healthcare providers can optimize diabetes management strategies and ultimately enhance patient outcomes.
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- Abdollahi Fariba
- Department of Medical Sciences, Qazvin Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qazvin, Iran
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- Metabolic Diseases Research Center, Research Institute for Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases, Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, Qazvin, Iran
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- School of Nursing, Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Karaj, Iran
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- Student Reserch committe, Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Karaj, Iran
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Sakane N, Kato K, Hata S, Nishimura E, Araki R, Kouyama K, Hatao M, Matoba Y, Matsushita Y, Domichi M, Suganuma A, Sakane S, Murata T, Wu FL. Protective and risk factors of impaired awareness of hypoglycemia in patients with type 1 diabetes: a cross-sectional analysis of baseline data from the PR-IAH study. Diabetol Metab Syndr 2023; 15:79. [PMID: 37095537 PMCID: PMC10127054 DOI: 10.1186/s13098-023-01024-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2022] [Accepted: 03/11/2023] [Indexed: 04/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Hypoglycemia in type 1 diabetes (T1D) is associated with mortality and morbidity, especially when awareness of hypoglycemia is impaired. This study aimed to investigate the protective and risk factors for impaired awareness of hypoglycemia (IAH) in adults with T1D. METHODS This cross-sectional study enrolled 288 adults with T1D (mean age, 50.4 ± 14.6 years; male, 36.5%; diabetes duration, 17.6 ± 11.2 years; mean HbA1c level, 7.7 ± 0.9%), who were divided into IAH and non-IAH (control) groups. A survey was conducted to assess hypoglycemia awareness using the Clarke questionnaire. Diabetes histories, complications, fear of hypoglycemia, diabetes distress, hypoglycemia problem-solving abilities, and treatment data were collected. RESULTS The prevalence of IAH was 19.1%. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy was associated with an increased risk of IAH (odds ratio [OR] 2.63; 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.13-5.91; P = 0.014), while treatment with continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion and hypoglycemia problem-solving perception scores were associated with a decreased risk of IAH (OR, 0.48; 95% CI, 0.22-0.96; P = 0.030; and OR, 0.54; 95% CI, 0.37-0.78; P = 0.001, respectively). There was no difference in continuous glucose monitoring use between the groups. CONCLUSION We identified protective factors in addition to risk factors for IAH in adults with T1D. This information may help manage problematic hypoglycemia. TRIAL REGISTRATION University hospital Medical Information Network (UMIN) Center: UMIN000039475). Approval date 13 February 2020.
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- Naoki Sakane
- Division of Preventive Medicine, Clinical Research Institute, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, 1-1 Mukaihata-cho, Fukakusa, Fushimi-ku, 612-8555, Kyoto, Japan.
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- Diabetes center, National Hospital Organization Osaka National Hospital, 2-1-14 Hoenzaka, Chuo-ku, 540-0006, Osaka, Japan
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- Diabetes center, National Hospital Organization Osaka National Hospital, 2-1-14 Hoenzaka, Chuo-ku, 540-0006, Osaka, Japan
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- Diabetes center, National Hospital Organization Osaka National Hospital, 2-1-14 Hoenzaka, Chuo-ku, 540-0006, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, National Hospital Organization Mie National Hospital, 357 Ozatokubota-cho, 514-0125, Tsu, Mie, Japan
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- Department of Diabetes and Metabolism, National Hospital Organization Hyogo-Chuo National Hospital, 1314Ohara, 669-1515, Sanda, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, National Hospital Organization Himeji Medical Center, 68 Honmachi, 670-0012, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, National Hospital Organization Kokura Medical Center, 10-1 Harugaoka, Kitakyushu Kokuraminami-ku, 802-0803, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Diabetology and Metabolism, National Hospital Organization Okayama Medical Center, 1711-1 Tamasu, Okayama Kita-ku, 701-1192, Okayama, Japan
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- Division of Preventive Medicine, Clinical Research Institute, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, 1-1 Mukaihata-cho, Fukakusa, Fushimi-ku, 612-8555, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Preventive Medicine, Clinical Research Institute, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, 1-1 Mukaihata-cho, Fukakusa, Fushimi-ku, 612-8555, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Preventive Medicine, Clinical Research Institute, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, 1-1 Mukaihata-cho, Fukakusa, Fushimi-ku, 612-8555, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, 1-1 Mukaihata-cho, Fukakusa, Fushimi-ku, 612-8555, Kyoto, Japan
- Diabetes Center, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, 1-1 Mukaihata-cho, Fukakusa, Fushimi-ku, 612-8555, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Nursing, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, No. 261, Wenhua 1st Rd, Guishan District, 333, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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Jiang T, Li A, Zhang M, Zhou Z, Wang L, Zhang X, Zhang Y, Zhang Q. Measuring Self-management Among People with Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review of Patient-Reported Diabetes-Specific Instruments in English and Chinese. Adv Ther 2023; 40:769-813. [PMID: 36607543 DOI: 10.1007/s12325-022-02361-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2022] [Accepted: 10/13/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Effective behavioral management is critical for people with diabetes to achieve glycemic control. Many instruments have been developed to measure diabetes-specific self-management. This review aimed to retrieve existing self-management-related instruments and identify well-validated instruments suitable for clinical research and practice. METHODS First, PubMed, Psych INFO, ERIC, and two Chinese databases (CNKI and Wanfang Data) were searched to identify existing instruments for self-management in diabetes systematically. Second, instruments were screened based on the pre-specified inclusion and exclusion criteria. Third, the psychometric property data of each included instrument were retrieved, and instruments with poor psychometric properties were excluded. Fourth, selected instruments were categorized into four categories: knowledge and health literacy, belief and self-efficacy, self-management behaviors, and composite scales. Finally, recommendations were made according to the application status and quality of the instruments. Instruments in English and Chinese were screened and summarized separately. RESULTS A total of 406 instruments (339 English instruments and 67 Chinese instruments) were identified. Forty-three English instruments were included. Five focused on knowledge and literacy, 12 on belief and self-management perception-related constructs, 21 on self-management and behaviors, and 5 on composite measures. We further recommended 19 English scales with relatively good quality and are frequently applied. Twenty-five Chinese instruments were included, but none were recommended because of a lack of sufficient psychometric property data. CONCLUSION Many English instruments measuring diabetes self-management have been developed and validated. Further research is warranted to validate instruments adapted or developed in the Chinese population.
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- Tian Jiang
- Department of endocrinology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, 218 Jixi Road, Shushan District, Hefei, Anhui, China
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- Sanofi China, 19F, Tower III, Kerry Center 1228 Middle Yan'an Road, Shanghai, China
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- Sanofi China, 19F, Tower III, Kerry Center 1228 Middle Yan'an Road, Shanghai, China
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- Sanofi China, 19F, Tower III, Kerry Center 1228 Middle Yan'an Road, Shanghai, China
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- Sanofi China, 19F, Tower III, Kerry Center 1228 Middle Yan'an Road, Shanghai, China
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- Department of endocrinology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, 218 Jixi Road, Shushan District, Hefei, Anhui, China
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- Department of endocrinology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, 218 Jixi Road, Shushan District, Hefei, Anhui, China
- Department of Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health, School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, 81 Meishan Road, Hefei, Anhui, China
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- Department of endocrinology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, 218 Jixi Road, Shushan District, Hefei, Anhui, China.
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Effectiveness of a Problem-Solving Program in Improving Problem-Solving Ability and Glycemic Control for Diabetics with Hypoglycemia. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18189559. [PMID: 34574483 PMCID: PMC8469337 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18189559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2021] [Revised: 09/04/2021] [Accepted: 09/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of a hypoglycemia problem-solving program (HPSP) on problem-solving ability and glycemic control in diabetics with hypoglycemia. This was a prospective, quasi-experimental study with two groups, using a pre- and post-repeated measures design. A total of 71 diabetic patients with hypoglycemia were purposively assigned to an experimental group (n = 34) and a control group (n = 37). The experimental group participated in an 8-week HPSP, and each weekly session lasted approximately 90 min, while the control group received usual care. Participants were assessed at baseline, 1, 3, and 6 months after intervention care. In the experimental group, 6 months after the HPSP intervention, HbA1c was superior to that before the intervention. In both groups, the score obtained using the hypoglycemia problem-solving scale (HPSS) was low before the intervention. In the experimental group, HPSS tracking improved at all stages after the intervention compared to before the intervention. In the control group, the HPSS score improved slightly in the first month and sixth months after usual care. There were significant differences between and within groups in HbA1c levels and HPSS score over time. The intervention based on the HPSP effectively improves HbA1c level and hypoglycemia problem-solving ability in patients with hypoglycemia.
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Chang SC, Yeh HC, Kuo YL. Scale Development and Model Validation for the Process of Exercise Engagement for People with Prediabetes. J Korean Acad Nurs 2020; 50:298-312. [PMID: 32376816 DOI: 10.4040/jkan.2020.50.2.298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2019] [Revised: 10/28/2019] [Accepted: 01/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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PURPOSE This study had two objectives: 1) to develop a scale for the process of exercise engagement (SPEE) for prediabetic individuals (PDIs); 2) to validate a structural model for the process of exercise engagement for PDIs. METHODS A cross-sectional survey with simple random sampling was conducted from September 2013 to December 2015 (in Taiwan). A total of 310 PDIs were enrolled for scale development and model validation via item analysis, factor analyses, and structural equation modeling. The Kuo model was used as the basis for developing the Chinese version of the SPEE for PDIs. RESULTS The SPEE contains five subscales with a total of twenty-one items that account for 54.9% to 65.9% of the total variance explained for assessing participants' process of engagement during exercise. For Kuo model validation, the model measures indicated goodness of fit between the Kuo model and sample data. Analysis further revealed a direct effect between the creating health blueprints (CHB) stage and the spontaneous regular exercise (SRE) stage (β=.60). CONCLUSION The SPEE includes five subscales for assessing the psychological transition and behavioral expression at each stage of the process of exercise engagement for PDIs. The SPEE for people with prediabetes provides deeper insights into the factors of behavioral change stages that are required to initiate long-term health care outcomes and avoid developing diabetes. These insights are significant as they allow for patient-specific mapping and behavior modification to effect exercise.
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- Shu Chuan Chang
- Nursing Committee, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital, Hualien, Taiwan.,Department of Nursing, Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Nursing, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Nursing, Tzu Chi University of Science and Technology, Hualien, Taiwan.
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Naser AY, Wong ICK, Whittlesea C, Alwafi H, Abuirmeileh A, Alsairafi ZK, Turkistani FM, Bokhari NS, Beykloo MY, Al-Taweel D, Almane MB, Wei L. Attitudes and perceptions towards hypoglycaemia in patients with diabetes mellitus: A multinational cross-sectional study. PLoS One 2019; 14:e0222275. [PMID: 31647820 PMCID: PMC6812873 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0222275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2018] [Accepted: 08/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Background Preventing hypoglycaemia is an essential component of diabetes self-management that is affected by patients’ attitudes and perceptions. This study aimed to explore the hypoglycaemia problem-solving ability of patients who have diabetes mellitus and factors that determine their attitudes and perceptions towards their previous events. Methodology A cross-sectional study was conducted between October 2017 and May 2018 in three Arab countries (Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait) in patients with diabetes mellitus, who were prescribed antidiabetic therapy and had experienced hypoglycaemic events in the past six months. The Hypoglycaemia Problem-Solving Scale was used in this study. This scale contains two subscales, problem orientation (six questions) and problem-solving skills (eighteen questions), using a five-point Likert scale (range 0–4). Multiple linear regression analysis was used to identify predictors of hypoglycaemia problem-solving abilities. Results A total of 895 patients participated in this study from the three countries (300 in Jordan, 302 in Saudi Arabia, and 293 in Kuwait). The average age of the patients was 53.5 years (standard deviation = 13.7) and 52.4% (n = 469) were males. Patients had moderate overall problem-solving ability with a median score of 63.00 (interquartile range = 13.00). Patients’ problem-solving skills score (68.1%) was better than their problem-orientation skills score (58.3%). The highest sub-scale scores were for detection control, setting problem-solving goals, and evaluating strategies, 75.0%. The lowest sub-scale score was for problem-solving perception and immediate management, 50.0%. Older age, being educated, being married, having T2DM, prescribed insulin therapy, and not having been admitted to hospital for hypoglycaemia were important predictors of patients’ problem-solving ability (p < 0.05). Conclusions Healthcare professionals are advised to provide more education to patients on how to self-manage hypoglycaemic events. Specifically, they should focus on the overall problem-solving perception of hypoglycaemia and its immediate management.
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- Abdallah Y. Naser
- Research Department of Practice and Policy, UCL School of Pharmacy, London, the UK
- Isra University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Amman, Jordan
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- Research Department of Practice and Policy, UCL School of Pharmacy, London, the UK
- Centre for Safe Medication Practice and Research, Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Research Department of Practice and Policy, UCL School of Pharmacy, London, the UK
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- Research Department of Practice and Policy, UCL School of Pharmacy, London, the UK
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- Research Department of Practice and Policy, UCL School of Pharmacy, London, the UK
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, Kuwait University, Kuwait, Kuwait
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- Sabah Al-Ahmad Cardiology Center Pharmacy, Al Amiri Hospital, Kuwait, Kuwait
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- Research Department of Practice and Policy, UCL School of Pharmacy, London, the UK
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