Effects of Self–Regulation Program on Diet Control for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes of Non-Communicable Disease Clinic, BanKhok Hospital

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the effects of a self-regulation program on dietary control behaviors among patients with type 2 diabetes at the Non-Communicable Disease Clinic, Ban Khok Hospital. The research employed a quasi-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach. The sample consisted of 22 patients with type 2 diabetes. The instruments used included a self-regulation program and questionnaires. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and paired t-tests.              

The results showed that after the experiment, the sample group had significantly higher mean scores in self-efficacy perception, outcome expectations of self-care practices, and dietary control behaviors compared to pre-experiment scores (p < .001). Additionally, the fasting blood sugar levels after 8 hours decreased significantly (p < .001) from 131.24 mg/dL to 125.64 mg/dL. It can be concluded that the self-regulation program was effective in improving dietary control behaviors and reducing blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. Involving patients in goal-setting, self-care planning, and continuous follow-up were key factors that helped patients improve their behavior and better control their disease. The findings of this research can be applied to develop care guidelines for diabetes patients in Non-communicable disease clinics of community hospitals.