The Effect of Diabetes Self- Management Education and Support (DSME_S) on Self-Efficacy in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients

Abstract

Backgrounds: The study aimed at examining the effect of DSME/S on self-efficacy in the client with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Currently, the incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus worldwide is increasing. Various complications will occur if the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus is not to be performed correctly. Diabetes Self-Management and Support (DSME/S) is an educational activity that can enhance self-efficacy in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Method: A quasi-experimental research with pre-post test design using control group was applied to 45 samples which were determined using a proportionate simple random sampling technique. Data of the study were analyzed using repeated measure ANOVA. Results: The results of the study showed that the score of DSME/S had a significant impact on self-efficacy score of the client with type 2 diabetes mellitus compared to DSME group and control group (p = 0.003). Conclusion: DSME/S intervention has a better effect on self-efficacy score in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients compared to DSME intervention. For further research, it is suggested to examine other variables that can affect self-efficacy such as one's mastery experience, social model, verbal persuasion and physical condition and emotional. Keywords: type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, DSME/S, self-efficacy