Effects of a checklist on self-assessment of blood glucose level by a memory-impaired woman with diabetes mellitus.
This study evaluated effects of a checklist on the accuracy of self-assessment of blood glucose level by a diabetic woman with memory impairments caused by viral encephalitis. The checklist consisted of 54 steps for operating an electronic glucometer, which the subject performed in sequence and checked off when completed. Following introduction of the checklist, the percentage of steps completed correctly increased in simulated and actual blood glucose tests and yielded clinically useful information.
Wong
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School of Social Work, College of Urban and Public Affairs, Florida International University, Miami 33199, USA.
Seroka
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PL
Ogisi
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J
D001294:Attitude to Health; D001786:Blood Glucose / Q000032:analysis*; D003463:Cues; D003922:Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008569:Memory Disorders / Q000150:complications*; D008875:Middle Aged; D012648:Self Care / Q000592:standards*
D001786:Blood Glucose