The Effect of Web-Based Education in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

The Effect of Web-Based Education Program on Metabolic Control, Self-Care Activities, Self-Efficacy and Quality of Life in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial

This research was designed as a randomized controlled study to develop a web-based training program and evaluate the program's impact on diabetes management. This research was carried out on 89 patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in the Department of Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases of Akdeniz University. The preparation of the web page and its content has benefited from the latest literature, national and international websites, and expert opinions. Individuals in the survey scope have been stratified random method with as intervention group (n=44) and control group (n=45). Individuals who were taken in the initiative group were informed by web page, SMS, e-mail prepared for a period of three months. Personal information forms Metabolic Control Variable Form, Diabetes Self-Care Activities Questionnaire, Self-Efficacy Scale for Type 2 Diabetic Individuals, Diabetes-Specific Quality of Life Scale and Web Site Analysis and Measurement Inventory were used as the data tools. The informed consent was obtained from the patients and all data were collected by author during face-to-face interviews.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Between the ages of 18-65
• Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at least six months ago
• Not have communication disabilities
• Used insulin
• Phone and internet connection

Exclusion Criteria:

• Have a physical, cognitive or mental disability to answer questions