Perceived Problem Areas for Adults Living with Diabetes

Author

Valda Tolliver, Grand Valley State University

Date Approved

2001

Graduate Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Nursing (M.S.N.)

Degree Program

College of Nursing

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to examine the perceived problem areas for adults living with diabetes. A descriptive design using the Problem Areas in Diabetes Scale (PAID) among a convenience sample of 24 African Americans provided the data in this study. King’s (1971) conceptual framework for nursing provided the theoretical foundation.

Data indicated that 83% of the sample did not perceive living with diabetes as a serious problem. However, the majority of them identified food deprivation and coping with diabetes, in addition to worrying about the future and possible serious complications from the disease as problematic. These results suggest that individuals’ beliefs and perceptions of living with diabetes may be unique and varied.

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ScholarWorks Citation

Tolliver, Valda, "Perceived Problem Areas for Adults Living with Diabetes" (2001). Masters Theses. 584.
https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/theses/584