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Hamid Momeni , Ashraf Salehi , Abaolfazl Seraji , Saeed Foruoghi ,
Volume 11, Issue 4 (2-2010)
Abstract
One of disorder with destroyed of function and perception of body’s structure is cerebrovascular accident (CVA). By current statistical results, CVA is the third agents of death. Self care is the one section of rehabilitation in patients with CVA. By nurse’s support, the patient will performance self care and he will acquire feeling self- respect. Materials and Methods: This quasi experimental research was carried out on 42 CVA patients. Data collection instrument was SS- QOL questionnaire. First QOL indicator was measured by SS- QOL questionnaire. In experimental group self care program was instructed. After 5 weeks, patient’s QOL in two groups were measured again by the same questionnaire. T test, Chi Square and Willcaxon test was used to data analysis. Results: A significant difference was observed between QOL score before and after self care program in experimental group (p≥0.001), as well as a significant difference was seen between QOL score in experimental and control groups (p≥0.00128). Conclusion: Findings of this research showed that education of self care to patients by nurses in hospital or home can increase quality of life in the patients with CVA.
Khatere Anbari , Korosh Ghanadi , Mozhgan Kaviani , Rezvan Montazeri ,
Volume 14, Issue 4 (12-2012)
Abstract
Background : Self-care is considered as an important process in to control diabetes. The aim of this study was to investigate the self care and its influencing factors in diabetic patients in Khorramabad city.
Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study 80 patients with type 2 diabetes, admitted to hospitals diabetes clinic and urban health care centers and an endocrinologist's office in Khorramabad, were selected using convenience sampling method. Data ghathering tool in this study was self-care scale Tubert – Glasgow which assessed the self care of their patients in different domains during the past seven days. Data were analysed by independent t- tests and one way ANOVA.
Results: Self-care average scores in patients were (32.7±12.76) and the utility level was moderate. Low self-care behaviors were seen in daily check of blood glucose (3.4±3.8), physical activity(4.7±4.2) and general care of the feet(4.9±4.9). The self care average scores based on litrecy, resident place , type of treatment and the patients' life net was significantly different .
Conclusion: : In order for health promotion and optimal control of disease in diabetic patients, training programs to empower patients in their self care should be considered.
