Diabetes educators' knowledge, opinions and behaviors regarding periodontal disease and diabetes
by Lopes, Mary H., M.S., THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL, 2010, 52 pages; 1478163

Abstract:

The purpose of this study was to determine certified diabetes educators’ (CDE) knowledge, behaviors and opinions about periodontal disease (PD) and diabetes. A questionnaire was distributed to CDEs who attended the 2009 American Association of Diabetes’ Educators meeting and who provide counseling and education services to patients with diabetes. A total of 311 CDEs participated in the survey; only responses from nurses and registered dietitians were included in the final analysis (N=284). Descriptive statistics and bivariate analysis were utilized. Nurses had a higher proportion of correct answers compared to registered dietitians for questions regarding knowledge of PD. Most (62%) agreed that CDEs need to collaborate with dental professionals in disease management and 84% indicated interest in an oral health component being added to their continuing education. The findings suggest that collaboration with the dental profession would be a positive outcome for CDEs, as would oral health topics being added to their continuing education courses.

 
AdviserRebecca Wilder
SchoolTHE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL
SourceMAI/ 48-06, p. , Aug 2010
Source TypeThesis
SubjectsDentistry; Nursing; Health education
Publication Number1478163
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