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A Mixed Methods Evaluation Of An Intensive Therapeutic Lifestyle Change Program For Nurses With Obesity, Theresa L. Free Jan 2021

A Mixed Methods Evaluation Of An Intensive Therapeutic Lifestyle Change Program For Nurses With Obesity, Theresa L. Free

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Implementing Tele-Coaching Diabetes Education To Improve Self-Care And Clinical Outcomes For Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Sori Jung Jan 2021

Implementing Tele-Coaching Diabetes Education To Improve Self-Care And Clinical Outcomes For Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Sori Jung

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Abstract

Background: Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) requires initial and continuous patient education for lifelong management due to the complexity of the disease. However, diabetes education is not very well-supported in the office setting due to the providers’ limited time per patient. However, with the aid of technology-based intervention, patients can be more supported and educated, leading to better T2DM control.

Aims: The purpose of this scholarly project was to evaluate the effectiveness of diabetes education through tele-coaching in patients with T2DM for improved self-care and clinical outcomes, including hemoglobin A1c (A1c) and body mass index (BMI).

Method: A mixed-method, single …