Abstract

As the incidence of diabetes rises in the United States, education on diabetes prevention and management is paramount. Diabetes programs offered in churches or community settings have reported positive outcomes such as weight loss and improved glucose control. Delphi Survey technique was used to identify spiritual interventions used by faith-based and community-based coaches in leading Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) courses. Results showed that faith-based coaches reported using prayer, active listening, and emotional support in their DPP course; giving hope, incorporating humor, and using spiritual/sacramental activities were rated as important or very important by most coaches and can be used by faith community nurses in their practice.

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