Tingkat pengetahuan dan upaya pencegahan ulkus diabetikum pada pasien diabetes mellitus

Abstract

Abstract Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood glucose levels, caused by irregular insulin production, function, or response. However, there are shortcomings in the management of diabetes in underdeveloped countries, especially the complications that arise from this disease. Diabetic ulcers are the most common complication of diabetes. Increasing the understanding of individuals with diabetes can help prevent diabetic foot ulcers. Purpose: To determine the level of diabetes knowledge with efforts to prevent diabetic ulcers in patients with diabetes mellitus. Method: A descriptive quantitative correlational study with a cross-sectional design conducted at the Pajang Surakarta Health Center on 61 respondents diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. The instruments used were the Diabetes Knowledge Questionnaire (DKQ-24) to assess diabetes knowledge consisting of 24 questions and a questionnaire on diabetic ulcer prevention efforts consisting of 17 questions. Data analysis used univariate and bivariate through the Spearman Rank correlation coefficient test. Results: The majority of respondents were female, aged between 56-65 years, had a high school education, worked as housewives, and had been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus for 1-5 years. Statistical analysis using the Spearman Rho test showed a significant relationship (p = 0.012) <0.05 between knowledge of diabetes and ulcer prevention efforts. Conclusion: There is a relationship between the level of diabetes knowledge and the level of efforts made to avoid diabetic ulcers in people with diabetes mellitus. Suggestion: People with diabetes mellitus are advised to manage their blood sugar levels, perform good foot care, and do foot exercises to avoid diabetic ulcers. Health care organizations have the ability to provide education through health education. Keywords: Diabetes Mellitus; Diabetic Ulcers; Knowledge.