ASSESSMENT THE KNOWLEDGE OF TYPE 2 DIABETES PATIENTS ABOUT INSULIN VISITING GENERAL PHYSICIAN’S CLINICS
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Keywords
Unhealthy living, Diabetes, Chronic, Physical inactivity, Insulin, glycemic control, Knowledge
Abstract
Background: Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels resulting from the ineffective use of insulin by the body. Insulin plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar levels, and its proper administration is vital for managing the condition. However, the level of knowledge that patients have about insulin and its administration in these clinics remains largely unexplored. The knowledge of type 2 diabetes patients can also guide healthcare providers in delivering personalized care.
Objective: To assess the knowledge of type 2 diabetes patients visiting general physician clinics regarding insulin.
Study Design: Observational multi-centers study
Place and Duration of Study: Al-Tibri Medical College, Isra University Karachi Campus, PWD DG Khan, Punjab and DHQ Civil Hospital, Ghotki from June 2023 to November 2023.
Methodology: One thousand and two hundred patients with type 2 diabetes, aged more than 20 years and receiving insulin more than 2 months were enrolled. The data was collected on a self-designed questionnaire.
Results: 83% peoples have knowledge regarding insulin, 84.6% peoples were hypertensive and 86.2% families have history of diabetes.
Conclusion: The current study showed that some patients had moderately adequate knowledge and fair practice levels on insulin storage and handling techniques. However, patients missed important insulin administration skills. This study highlights the need of regular public health education so as to enhance the patients’ knowledge, skill and practice levels on insulin handling techniques.
A simple diabetes risk score can be used to identify high-risk groups for diabetes for timely intervention.
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Sonia Khan
Assistant Professor, Al-Tibri Medical College, Isra University Karachi Campus, Pakistan
Shahid Akhter
Family Physician & Diabetologist, Shahid Medical Center Korangi, Karachi, Pakistan
Fajar Baqer
Consultant Physician, Sindh Government Hospital Liaquat Abad, Karachi, Pakistan
Dur-E-Huma
Assistant District Population Welfare Officer, PWD DG Khan, Punjab, Pakistan
Muhammad Ashraf
Family physician & Diabetologist, Al-Rahim Clinic FB Area Hussain Abad, Karachi, Pakistan
Rizwan Ali
Medical Officer, DHQ Civil Hospital, Ghotki Sindh, Pakistan
Marvi
Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy, University of Baluchistan, Quetta, Pakistan