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Thesis/Dissertation Information
- Degree Disciplines:
- Nursing
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- Abstract:
- Background: There is a high prevalence of diabetes among men in Trinidad and Tobago (T&T). Diabetes and diabetic-related complications are the second-leading cause of death among this population (Ministry of Health, 2010). Trinidadian men are more likely to have complications related to diabetes when compared to women. These complications include erectile dysfunction, amputations, dental disease, and kidney disease (Nicholls, 2010). Purpose: To identify factors that influence Trinidadian-American men, age 50 and older, regarding their prescribed diabetic regimen, and develop an educational intervention based on the findings. Theoretical Framework. Nola Pender’s Health Promotion Model (HPM). Methods. A needs assessment of the target population was conducted via survey. The information from the survey was analyzed, and an educational tool was developed based on the findings. Results. Participant survey responses revealed that a majority of participants not only understand diabetes treatment guidelines, but they are also following them. A total of 22 completed surveys meeting the inclusion criteria were received, yielding a return of 53.6%. A total of 76 individuals attended the educational intervention, and 67 program evaluations were completed in their entirety, yielding an 88.1% return. Participant response for each question on the educational intervention evaluation indicated that presentation was effective at increasing knowledge of diabetes and likelihood that the information gained will be utilized. Conclusions: Participant surveys were analyzed indicating limited needs within this vulnerable population. An educational intervention was developed that discussed diabetes, diabetes-related complications, diabetic diet, and exercise that embraced their culturally relevant needs. Program evaluations indicated that the majority of attendees valued the information and would incorporate it in their daily activities.
- Thesis:
- Thesis (D.N.P.)--Barry University, 2014.
- Bibliography:
- Includes bibliographical references (leaves 74-77).
Record Information
- Source Institution:
- Barry University
- Holding Location:
- Barry University Archives and Special Collections
- Rights Management:
- Copyright Sheetal Maharaj. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
- Resource Identifier:
- RC660.M343 2014_MaharajSheetal ( BU-Local )
- Classification:
- RC660.M343 2014 ( lcc )
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