Project Foundation of the Science and Technology program of the Hunan Province [2010FJ6025]; Scientific Research Foundation from the Department of Ministry Health of the Hunan Province [B2007094]
机构署名：
本校为第一机构
院系归属：
护理学院
摘要：
The aim of this study was to investigate the self-care practices of Chinese individuals with diabetes. Data were collected from 163 Chinese individuals with diabetes using a one-to-one interview approach. The Chinese version of the Summary of Diabetes Self-Care Activities (SDSCA) was used to assess diabetes-related knowledge and self-care practices. The majority of participants were aware of the importance of self-care in managing diabetes. However, only 70 participants (43%) scored >50% in the diabetes-related questionnaires. Mean fasting blood glucose (FBG) levels were higher (P
