ĐÁNH GIÁ MỨC ĐỘ HIỂU BIẾT VỀ BỆNH ĐÁI THÁO ĐƯỜNG THÔNG QUA DKQ-24 Ở BỆNH NHÂN NGOẠI TRÚ ĐIỀU TRỊ INSULIN TẠI BỆNH VIỆN CHỢ RẪY

Abstract

Introduction: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a common chronic metabolic disorder worldwide, including in Vietnam. Patients’ knowledge about the disease plays a critical role in glycemic control, treatment adherence, and complication prevention. The Diabetes Knowledge Questionnaire-24 (DKQ-24) is a standardized tool widely used to assess diabetes knowledge in various countries. This study aimed to evaluate diabetes knowledge among insulin-treated patients at Cho Ray Hospital using the DKQ-24 and to identify factors associated with patients’ level of understanding of the disease. Objective: This study aims to assess diabetes knowledge in outpatients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) receiving insulin therapy at Cho Ray Hospital and to identify related factors. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on 208 outpatients with T2DM who were receiving insulin therapy at the Endocrinology room of Cho Ray Hospital. Data were collected through interviews using the DKQ-24 questionnaire and from medical records. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 26. Results: The proportion of patients with good diabetes knowledge was 42,3%. The median DKQ-24 score was 10 (7–13). Factors significantly associated with good knowledge included age (p = 0,001), educational level (p <0,05), occupation (p = 0,014), and duration of insulin use (p = 0,046). Conclusion: Diabetes knowledge among insulin-treated patients at Cho Ray Hospital remains limited. Factors such as age, educational level, occupation, and insulin use duration significantly influence knowledge levels. These findings underscore the need for individualized education programs to enhance awareness and improve treatment outcomes for patients.