Development of a Diabetes Learning Needs Assessment Tool to Promote an Individualized Predischarge Patient Education Plan.
The purpose of this article is to feature a nursing staff initiative to improve patients' understanding of their diabetes management by empowering them with knowledge for successful glycemic control. This initiative also enhanced patient and family-centered care and patient safety through individualized, targeted instruction.
Ann Marie
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Hasse
Audrey
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Davis
Tina
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Glowatz
D003920:Diabetes Mellitus / Q000451:nursing* / Q000628:therapy*; D020380:Needs Assessment / Q000592:standards*; D024802:Nurse's Role; D010351:Patient Discharge / Q000592:standards*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000592:standards*; D018802:Patient-Centered Care / Q000592:standards*; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D012648:Self Care / Q000592:standards*; D014481:United States