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Utilization Of Depression Screening In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, John T. Norris Bsn, Rn, Dnp-Pmhnp Student, Robin Gordon Bsn, Rn, Dnp-Pmhnp Student, Margaret Harvey Phd, Aprn-Bc, Acnp, Chfn, Laura Reed Dnp, Fnp-Bc
Utilization Of Depression Screening In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, John T. Norris Bsn, Rn, Dnp-Pmhnp Student, Robin Gordon Bsn, Rn, Dnp-Pmhnp Student, Margaret Harvey Phd, Aprn-Bc, Acnp, Chfn, Laura Reed Dnp, Fnp-Bc
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Purpose/Background
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder affecting millions of individuals worldwide. Research has shown that individuals with diabetes are at a higher risk of developing depression in comparison to those of the general population. Depression affects the individual's emotional well-being and has a significant impact on the management and outcomes of diabetes (Mather, 2022). This research study aims to investigate the feasibility and effectiveness of implementing the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9). The PHQ-9 is one the most effective assessment tools available to identify symptoms of depression (Celik, 2020).
Methods
In this retrospective chart review, at least 50 …
Diabetes Health Education For South Jersey Communities, Heaven Chu, Sarah Tamous, Ashhabal Kavvi, Amin Khan
Diabetes Health Education For South Jersey Communities, Heaven Chu, Sarah Tamous, Ashhabal Kavvi, Amin Khan
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Diabetes is a chronic health condition that hinders the body’s metabolic process using insulin to maintain glycemic homeostasis. It is prevalent worldwide, with about 10% of the global adult population affected. Socio-economic and cultural factors and determinants make diabetes and diabetes management more of a health risk for certain populations rather than others. The prevalence of diabetes in the United States is higher than the global average and the risk factors disproportionately affect disadvantaged communities.
This study was designed to investigate health disparities in diabetes among a diverse population sample. The study included researching the disparities of diabetes patients in …