Evaluation of the effects of a nursing intervention on the therapeutic adherence of people with type 2 diabetes

Introduction: Diabetes mellitus is a major public health problem. Context Background: Educational programs have been shown to be effective demonstrated their effectiveness in improving diabetes control. In Lebanon, no action has been taken to date. Objective: The objective is to evaluate the effects of a that an educational intervention has on the therapeutic adherence of patients with type 2 diabetes on therapeutic adherence. Method: An experimental design was used. The sample was composed of comprised 136 patients with type 2 diabetes. They were randomized and assigned to either an experimental group, who received a nursing intervention including that involved two education sessions followed by five telephone calls within two months of the procedure, or a and in control group. Measurements were taken before the nursing intervention and three months later. Results: Compared to the control group, the experimental group demonstrated a significant improvement in the level of self-efficacy levels, self-care behaviors (general diet, specific diet, physical exercise and glycemic monitoring), the application of implementing the recommendations (diet and foot care), and HbA1c levels. Discussion: The results were consistent with the studies reviewed. Conclusion: Nursing education improves health behaviors, enhances self-efficacy, and promotes adherence in patients with type 2 diabetes.