Families Interviews Guide A School-Based Program for Children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and their Families
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Location
CSU 253
Start Date
10-1-2021
End Date
10-1-2021
Description
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) affects 0.26% of children underage 20. Fluctuations in blood glucose affect children’s school performance and family life. Families and school nurses describe the stress of managing T1DM. The National Association of School Nurses indicates that diabetes care is a critical function of school nurses. Yet, recent evidence reports that school nurses face an overwhelming workload. Nurse educators and practitioners focused on diabetes advocate a socio-ecological view of pediatric healthcare, including youth and family. Family interviews can provide insight. Family interviews were conducted with five families from different backgrounds to determine the best way to conduct school-based programs.
Families Interviews Guide A School-Based Program for Children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and their Families
CSU 253
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) affects 0.26% of children underage 20. Fluctuations in blood glucose affect children’s school performance and family life. Families and school nurses describe the stress of managing T1DM. The National Association of School Nurses indicates that diabetes care is a critical function of school nurses. Yet, recent evidence reports that school nurses face an overwhelming workload. Nurse educators and practitioners focused on diabetes advocate a socio-ecological view of pediatric healthcare, including youth and family. Family interviews can provide insight. Family interviews were conducted with five families from different backgrounds to determine the best way to conduct school-based programs.
