An assessment of patient education and self-management in diabetes disease management--two case studies.

摘要: Diabetes affects 7.8% of Americans, nearly 24 million people, and costs $174 billion yearly. People with diabetes benefit from self-management; disease management (DM) programs are effective in managing populations diabetes. Little has been published on the intersection education DM. Our hypothesis was that educators their interventions integrate well DM effectively support providers' care delivery. A literature review conducted for papers within past 3 years identified using search terms "diabetes educator" "disease management." Those primarily addressed community health workers or primary care/community setting were excluded. Two case studies to augment literature. Ten 30 manuscripts applicable indicate techniques based cognitive theories behavioral change can be when coupled Better self-management through encourages participation adherence recommended offered by organizations those provider based. Improved outcomes reduced cost achieved blending a critical part team and, arsenal goal behavior techniques, an essential component success programs. Additional research needs undertaken identify ways into assess clinical, behavioral, economic arising such