Abstract

Background and purpose: Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic disease characterized by increased blood glucose levels. The most important determinant of diabetes control is self-care status of patients. By increasing the knowledge and attitudes of diabetics about self-care, they can be used to control the complications of the disease and improve the quality of life. Hence, empowering the patient and supporting self-care through education is the key to controlling diabetes. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of family-centered education on self-care in patients with type 2 diabetes. Materials and Methods: The present study was a pre-and post-semifinal experimental single-group study. 35 patients referred to the Zabol Diabetic Clinic in 2018 who were eligible for inclusion in the study were selected as samples. Demographic and self-care questionnaires were completed in samples of diabetic patients and then interventions were performed in 5 sessions of 60 minutes. After the intervention, the questionnaires were completed again. The data was analyzed by SPSS version 24 software. Results: Based on the mean score of self-care before intervention, 56.02 ± 8.11, after intervention, increased to 67.91 ± 10.91. This increase in self-care score was statistically significant (p <0.001). Conclusion: According to the present study and the positive effect of family-centered education on self-care in diabetic patients, it is suggested that this model can be used by health care providers for the participation of family and patient in health care.