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RESEARCH ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES, BEHAVIORS AND SOME AFFECTING FACTORS IN TYPE 2 DIABETES PATIENTS AT XANH PON GENERAL HOSPITAL
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Objective: This study aims to assess the association between knowledge, attitude, practice (KAP) with some demographic, anthropometric factors and blood glucose index, HbA1c in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2DM). Research method: The study was conducted in the form of cross-sectional description, with a convenient sample of 100 T2DM patients who came to the Saint Paul General Hospital for examination and treatment from July 2021 to September 2021. Data were collected through random interviews with patients using a standardized questionnaire. Results: The study found a relationship between age group and occupation with the knowledge of T2DM patients. However, there was no relationship between demographic factors and patient attitudes. Regarding practice, there was a relationship between age group and comorbid conditions with patient behavior. Conclusion: Knowledge and behavior of type 2 diabetes patients are influenced by age group, occupation and comorbidities. Therefore, it is necessary to strengthen health education measures, adjusted by age group and occupation to improve disease control.
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Type 2 diabetes, knowledge, attitude, practice, glycemic control, comorbidities.
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