Table 4 Frequency percentage of participants’ problems in diabetes self-management
Diabetes self-management problems | Number (percentage) | |
|---|---|---|
Yes | No | |
Choosing the right diet | 144 (81.8) | 32 (18.2) |
Doing adequate physical activity | 123 (69.9) | 53 (30.1) |
Blood glucose diary | 114 (64.8) | 62 (35.2) |
Contacting the physician | 86 (48.9) | 90 (51.1) |
Not having clear and precise goals for diabetes management | 77 (43.7) | 99 (56.3) |
Contacting other healthcare providers (nutritionists and nurses) | 37 (21) | 139 (79) |
Contacting friends and family (for diabetes control) | 11 (6.3) | 165 (93.8) |