Knowledge and Diabetes Self-Management Practices Among Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Tomohon

Abstract

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic disease that requires careful management and adequate knowledge from the patients. This study seeks to explore the relationship between knowledge levels and self-management in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It utilized a descriptive analytical approach within a cross-sectional study framework, where data were collected using the Diabetes Knowledge Questionnaire-24 (DKQ-24) questionnaire which was used to assess the variable of knowledge level about DM. For the variable of self-management of diabetes mellitus, was measured with Diabetes Self-Management Questionnaire-Revised (DSMQ-R) questionnaire. Samples were sixty T2DM patients in the city of Tomohon. The study findings indicated a significant relationship between the level of knowledge and diabetes self-management among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Tomohon, with a p-value of 0.029 (p<0.05). Most patients have a fair to poor understanding of Diabetes Mellitus self-management. These findings highlight the importance of ongoing education and more focused interventions to improve knowledge and control of diabetes in T2DM patients. In conclusion, this study indicates the need for greater efforts from the healthcare sector to enhance understanding and management of diabetes in T2DM patients through a holistic approach, including more intensive education, psychosocial support, and accessible and affordable healthcare services.