Daily spiritual experiences and self-efficacy of diabetic elderly: A cross-sectional study

This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between daily spiritual experiences and self-efficacy of diabetic elderly. A cross-sectional study was undertaken involving a cohort of ۱۳۵ elderly individuals diagnosed with diabetes in ۲۰۲۳. The instruments utilized for data collection encompassed a demographic questionnaire querying variables such as age, gender, marital status, age of diabetes onset, educational background, and occupation. Additionally, the study incorporated the Daily Spiritual Experience and Spiritual Health questionnaire, as well as the Diabetes Management Self-Efficacy Scale (DMSES). The research units reported an average of ۴۲.۳۷ (standard deviation [SD]=۱۱.۱۱) spiritual experiences, and the self-efficacy rate among the elderly with diabetes was ۸۰.۴۷ (SD=۱۱.۳۷). A Spearman's correlation coefficient test was conducted to examine the relationship between daily spiritual experiences and adherence to a drug regimen. The results did not indicate a significant correlation (P=۰.۱۹, r=۰.۱۱). Recognizing spiritual needs as a crucial facet of health, it is incumbent upon healthcare professionals to enhance the health and quality of life of patients. This is particularly pertinent for the self-efficacy of elderly individuals with diabetes. By identifying and bolstering daily spiritual experiences, healthcare workers can make a significant contribution to the well-being of these patients. This approach underscores the importance of a holistic perspective in healthcare, where spiritual needs are addressed alongside physical ones.

کلیدواژه ها:

Daily spiritual experiences ، self-efficacy ، Diabetic Elderly ، Elderly ، nursing care