J Charlton
A pilot study comparing a type 1 nurse-led diabetes clinic with a conventional doctor-led diabetes clinic
Charlton, J; Mackay, L; McKnight, JA
Authors
L Mackay
JA McKnight
Abstract
A prospective comparative pilot study was designed to assess and compare care delivered by a diabetes specialist nurse (DSN) and standard doctor-led care for patients with type 1 diabetes. The philosophy was to provide an individualised, patient-centred, lifestyle-based approach.In all, 60 patients with type 1 diabetes were randomised to either the nurse-led clinic (NLC) or a conventional clinic. NLC patients received medical input during their annual screening appointment.In the nurse-led system patients prioritised relevant issues with the aid of a ‘Waiting Area Menu’. The menu consisted of pertinent topics relevant to living with diabetes. Care interventions were then agreed and targets discussed.To date the results of DSN intervention include: 60% of patients changing to a more appropriate insulin regimen; 36% changing equipment following update from the DSN; 20% needing initiation of cardiovascular medication; and 26% being referred to other health care professionals. The mean HbA1c changed by -0.25% in the NLC group and by -0.06% in the control group (ns).During the pilot there were several barriers which we had not anticipated. These included staffing resources, and organisational and time management issues. However, feedback from patient questionnaires demonstrated that the majority of patients preferred the NLC.
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Acceptance Date | Jul 30, 2004 |
Online Publication Date | Feb 17, 2015 |
Publication Date | 2004 |
Deposit Date | Jul 27, 2016 |
Journal | European Diabetes Nursing |
Print ISSN | 1551-7853 |
Electronic ISSN | 1551-7861 |
Publisher | Wiley |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 1 |
Issue | 1 |
Pages | 18-21 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1002/edn.4 |
Keywords | type 1 diabetes, glycaemic control, quality of life, nurse-led clinics, patient-centred, lifestyle-based care |
Public URL | http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/318535 |
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