Perspectives of nurses and patients on the misplacement of supportive care information for type 2 diabetes mellitus: a qualitative study in China.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aimed to investigate the perspectives of nurses and patients on the misplacement of supportive care information for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).

Methods

A descriptive qualitative study was conducted using purposive sampling to recruit elderly individuals diagnosed with T2DM and nurses from a geriatric hospital in the central region of China. Semi-structured interviews were carried out between June and October 2024.

Findings

A total of 21 patients and 12 nurses participated in this study. Five themes were generated: (1) consistent value identity, (2) inadequate information carriers, (3) conflicting subject needs, (4) loose information links, and (5) strong willingness to improve.

Conclusion

It was essential for patients and nurses to enh

SUBMITTER: Li Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11792742 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature