Effect of empowerment-based interventions on self-efficacy and self-care capacity among patients with sickle cell disease: A randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aimed to investigate the effect of empowerment-based interventions on self-efficacy and self-care capacity among adults with sickle cell disease (SCD).

Methods

A randomized control trial was conducted [NCT06296654]. A total of 76 patients were recruited by using a cluster sampling technique in the two health centers in Bahrain from February to May 2022 and randomly allocated to the intervention group (n = 38) or control group (n = 38). The intervention group received the empowerment-based intervention implemented through structured small-group discussion sessions, individualized consultations (5A model: assess, advise, agree, assist, and arrange), and follow-up sessions, while the control group received routine health education. The Sickle

SUBMITTER: Rashwan ZI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11846553 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature