Practices of Lifestyle Modification Regarding T2DM

Practices of Lifestyle adjustment Regarding T2DMChapter 5 Discussion, Recommendation Conclusion5.1 IntroductionMost studies on the KAP on diabetes both in spliting and developed countries targeted patient roles with diabetes. (Ben Abdelaziz, Thabet, Soltane, Gaha K, Gaha R, et al., 2007). Unlike these, this paper targeted the cosmopolitan population. thitherfore adequate comparative info is lacking for the orbit and the watchword is based on tie-up, attitudes and practices of the population of canonise Lucia. There is no study concerning KAP regarding T2DM available in Saint Lucia, hence, this study is an attempt to gather the data regarding the same. This chapter discusses a collaboration of major finding of the study, the relevant discussion, recommendation and conclusion. The study was a cross-sectional study in an attempt to collect competent information on acquaintance, attitudes and practices of life-style modification regarding T2DM among the population of Saint Lucia.5.1.1 demographic volume of the participants in this study were in the age group 25-34 days (39.5%). This in general accordance with the national census which conducted in the 2015 (Department of Statistic, 2015) In regard to participants with no formal cultivation was very modest 1.3%, and participants with basal(a) , secondary and tertiary aim together constituted an overwhelming (98.7%) of the participants in this study. This indicates that most participants are well educated, a finding which is alike(p) to the results of other study conducted by Karir Consultant Limited.A majority of the participants were poverty-stricken (34.1%) earning among $0.00 $1,499.99 eastern Caribbean dollars per household. Poverty could limit accessibility to and affordability of a well-balanced fare and healthy food. And this could pardon why a large percentage of the participants had low level of practice towards T2DM regarding weak doctor visits. The finding is in holding with a survey conducted by KAIRI Consultant Limited where 43.8% of the population was shown to provoke very low income (KAIRI, 2007).5.1.2 fellowship In this study it is base that knowledge is statistically high amongst the respondents. 76.1% of the respondents had good knowledge of T2DM. The results also indicated that the respondents were very intentional on the general awareness of T2DM such(prenominal) as the symptoms, complications and prevention of the peculiar(prenominal) disease.The result was consistent with a study done by Ambigapathy and lads found in their study that majority of respondents (67.0%) were knowledgeable about modus vivendi modifications. The respondents scored 50% and above of the total score for all the categories of questions asked (Ambigapathy R. et al, 2006).In contrast R. Malathy and colleague in their study concluded low education amongst majority of their respondents. 83.3% had pitiable knowledge of the benefits of effect, weight redness and healt hy fodder (R. Malathy et al, 2011).5.1.3 AttitudeMajority of the respondents agreed that it is important to engage in fixture exercise, to follow a controlled diet and to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Results indicated that 90.5% of the respondents had tyrannically agreed that regular exercise is necessary to help manage T2DM. While 80.9% agreed that diet modification is essential to control the disease by getting emend advice and clarification. These findings imply that the respondents had good attitude towards diabetes prevention and control practices.This finding is corresponding to that of Mukhopadhyay P et al in which majority of the respondents 82.3% had positive attitude towards lifestyle modifications (Mukhopadhyay P et al, 2010). Similar results were revealed in a study conducted by Upadhyay DK et al 60.3% of the respondents had positive attitude towards lifestyle modifications (Upadhyay DK et al, 2008).5.1.4 PracticeResults indicated that the respondents had woeful p ractices towards regularly exercise and diabetes preventative measure such foot and eye examinations. This was evidenced by results which indicated that the respondents did not exercise regularly while majority of the respondents never visited heath care provider for diet advice, never checked their blood storm and never checked their blood sugar level.This finding is similar to those of W.M Kiberenge and colleagues in which majority of respondents (75.6%) had bad practices in relation to lifestyle modifications (W.M Kiberenge et al, 2010).5.1.5 Variables CombinedThe association amidst KAP in this study was selectively determined that is only unique(predicate) questions were used. These questions comprise of two aspects diet modification and practice question such as regular exercise, maintaining healthy lifestyle and regular doctor visits respectively.There was a significant positive correlation (r= 0.233, p=0.000) and (r=.201, p=0.000) between the knowledge level and the atti tude level of respondents in this study. This means that the advance respondents were knowledgeable, the better they were willing to observe healthy lifestyle habits. There was a very weak, non-significant positive correlation (r=-0.064, p=0.259) between the knowledge level and practice level of respondents. This means that being knowledgeable did not inevitably translate to healthy lifestyle practices.The results found in this study were similar to those in the study by Ambigapathy R. and colleagues in which a significant positive correlation (r=0.536, p5.2 Recommendation The government must take a lead in creating awareness about diabetes disease country unsubtle and in the counties that are adversely affected. In addition to developing the Saint Lucia national diabetes center, a community awareness programme targeting rural and semi-urban communities should be developed using a multi-sectoral approach in order to overcompensate the knowledge gaps and influence behavior toward s diabetes prevention.Given the low and uncertain incomes sign among the people, free screening for chronic diseases should be availed to the residents by the county government to increase their knowledge level on diabetes status. This can be done in a similar manner to the ante natal care program targeting all government facilities right from level 2 health facilities.In order to ensure that once a community member quest for health care services is managed well right from the start, there is a need for an increase in the awareness of diabetes management and its complications in the primary feather healthcare sector especially at level two facilities such as dispensaries and health care centers due to their proximity to members of the public. Thus, continuous education on diabetes mellitus and its complications for primary healthcare providers should be accompanied by regular assessments on the knowledge level. Screening for diabetes is important, but equally crucial is patient education and counseling.The following measures are recommended to address the knowledge and practice deficits exposed in this study1. There is need for the implementation of community or national based lifestyle interpellation program to improve the knowledge of patients regarding healthy lifestyle and emphasize the importance of exercise and weight loss in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. This should be extended to the primary health care clinics where the majority of patients are seen.2. Medical nutrition intervention program should be implemented with a multidisciplinary team (Doctor, dietician, social worker, psychologist)3. give Mamelodi healthcare workers with motivational interviewing knowledge and skills to promote behavior change and word meaning of healthy lifestyle practices by patients5.3 ConclusionThe knowledge and attitude levels of lifestyle modifications among the population of Saint Lucia was generally high. Nevertheless, majority of these people hav e poor practices toward healthy lifestyle habits.Majority of the respondents had poor practices such as regularly exercise, checking their blood glucose level, and visiting the doctor for regular check-ups. This implies that there is need to develop community based health promotion programs to bring about look-alike shifts that will promote healthily choices and behavior as well as understand the impact of culture and beliefs to these practices.The low incomes suggest the respondents inability or difficulties in meeting health care costs when they arise, this may explain the poor practice of visiting health facility for regular check-ups.ReferencesBen Abdelaziz A, Thabet H, Soltane I, Gaha K, Gaha R, et al. (2007) Knowledge of patients with type 2 diabetes about their condition in Sousse, Tunisia. East Mediterr wellness J May-Jun 13 (3) 505-14.)Department of Statistics. Unpublished data. Saint Lucia 2013