Graduation Year
2020
Document Type
Honor's Thesis
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Primary Major
Nursing
Primary Minor
Psychology
Thesis Advisor
Patricia Harris, PhD, RN, CNS
Abstract
The following thesis is a compilation of literature reviewed to formulate background research for a pilot study. The literature reviewed pertains to the potential benefit of added case management for patients with diabetes mellitus type 2. A proposed pilot study, based off of this research, aims to identify topics, tools, facts, and changes that can be made to case management to improve not just the biological aspects, like HbA1c levels, but the mental and emotional as well to allow for whole person care.
The primary question being asked is “what types of support do people with diabetes mellitus type 2 need in order to sustain positive lifestyle changes?” This research paper will attempt to provide evidence towards an answer by gathering information from people who have diabetes mellitus type 2. They will be asked a series of questions which will be analyzed for themes and commonalities.