Knowledge and practice of patients with diabetes mellitus in Lebanon: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:The objective of this study was to assess the knowledge and practice of Lebanese patients living with diabetes mellitus in regards to their diabetes self- management. METHODS:A cross-sectional study, conducted between January and June 2015, enrolled 207 urban adult patients with diabetes mellitus from community pharmacies while purchasing their diabetes medications. Their knowledge and self-management practices were assessed using a structured anonymous interview survey questionnaire. RESULTS:The mean age of the participants was 60.2 ± 15.5 years, and the Male/Female ratio was 1.38. The mean knowledge score was 2.34 ± 0.88 points (out of 6). Very few participants (17.4%) knew their current medication side effects. The mean practice score was 5.86 ± 1.77 points (out of 8). Only 1

SUBMITTER: Karaoui LR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5910622 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature