Abstract

Approximately 29.1 million individuals of all ages in the United States are affected by diabetes, amounting to 9.3% of the entire population (Adjei Boakye et al., 2018). Much research has been completed and is ongoing on type 2 diabetes mellitus. Numerous resources, including education in different languages, medications, and peer support, are available for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. However, patients may not be able to fully access these resources to manage the condition (Schillinger, Bullock, & Herman, 2022). The purpose of this evidence-based project was twofold: to increase provider education of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, and to increase the use of available resources for improved self-management of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Through health literacy assessment, adequate patient education, and using the available resources, patients will be able to meet health goals.

Data tracking sheets and the Likert scale with open-ended questions were used for pre-and-post-implementation surveys to capture qualitative and quantitative data. Providers provided 55 patients with the educational materials and screened 50 patients with the Newest Vital Sign literacy screening tool. Providers indicated a better understanding of the Newest Vital Sign literacy screening tool and increased knowledge of health literacy. Most patients screened had limited health literacy.

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This dissertation has also been disseminated through the ProQuest Dissertations and Theses database. Dissertation/thesis number: 30567870; ProQuest document ID: 2833017109. The author still retains copyright.

Author Details

Ruby A. Akuffo, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, CCRN, CMSRN

Sigma Membership

Beta Delta at-Large

Type

Dissertation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Quality Improvement

Research Approach

Mixed/Multi Method Research

Keywords:

Diabetes, Treatment Guidelines, Health Literacy, Patient Education

Advisor

Michelle Johnston

Second Advisor

Janice Carr

Degree

DNP

Degree Grantor

Oklahoma City University

Degree Year

2023

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Review Type

None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2024-02-13

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