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Journal : Community Medicine and Education Journal

Enhancing Type 2 Diabetes Management: The Role of Pharmacist-Led Education and Booklets Lusiana, Ika; Yosef Wijoyo
Community Medicine and Education Journal Vol. 5 No. 3 (2024): Community Medicine and Education Journal
Publisher : HM Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/cmej.v5i3.618

Abstract

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a global health concern, necessitating effective management to prevent complications. Pharmacists, as accessible healthcare professionals, can play a pivotal role in patient education and self-management support. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of pharmacist-led education and booklets on glycemic control and self-management behaviors in patients with T2DM. A quasi-experimental study was conducted at a hospital in Central Java, Indonesia. Patients diagnosed with T2DM for at least six months were recruited. The intervention group received pharmacist-led education and a booklet, while the control group received standard care. Fasting blood glucose (FBG) and self-management behaviors were assessed at baseline and after three months. The intervention group demonstrated a significant reduction in FBG levels compared to the control group (p < 0.05). Additionally, the intervention group showed improvements in self-management behaviors, including medication adherence, dietary control, and physical activity. Pharmacist-led education and booklets are effective in improving glycemic control and self-management behaviors in patients with T2DM. This intervention can be integrated into routine diabetes care to enhance patient outcomes.