| Literature DB >> 26333610 |
Felecia G Wood1, Elizabeth Alley2, Spencer Baer2, Rebecca Johnson3.
Abstract
A pilot program was initiated to improve self-management of type 2 diabetes by rural adults. Using an iOS-based, individually tailored pre-/postintervention to improve diabetes self-management, undergraduate students developed a native mobile application to help participants effectively manage their diabetes. Brief quizzes assessed diabetes knowledge. A diabetes dictionary and physical activity assessment provided additional support to users of the app. On completion of the pilot, data analysis indicated increased diabetes knowledge and self-efficacy, and ease of use of the technology. Native app technology permits ready access to important information for those living with type 2 diabetes.Entities:
Keywords: Health literacy; Mobile applications; Rural adults; Self-management; Technology; Type 2 diabetes
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Year: 2015 PMID: 26333610 DOI: 10.1016/j.cnur.2015.05.009
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Nurs Clin North Am ISSN: 0029-6465 Impact factor: 1.208