Overview
The addition of proactive nurse consultations was useful to older adults with diabetes mellitus in facilitating their chronic disease self-management. However, the service is time and resource-intensive. With the support of advanced technology, mhealth App seems to be a convenient way to support patients in managing diabetes.
Description
This study examines the effectiveness of mhealth App plus nurse consultations in promoting self-management behaviours for diabetic patients.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- With a confirmed DM diagnosis for one year or more than one year
- Using governmental mhealth App
- Living in an area with Internet coverage
Exclusion Criteria:
- Already engaged in other mHealth programmes
- Physical and cognitive limitations