Diabetes mellitus is a chronic and progressive disease that needs on-going medical and self-care skills to prevent acute complications. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of BASNEF (Belief, Attitude, Subjective Norm and Enabling Factors) Model on blood glucose level among children with diabetes mellitus. Methods: A quasi-experimental design was utilized to conduct this study (experimental /control group). Setting: The study was conducted in the diabetic center at EL Mogamma EL Teby AL Shamal, Shebin El-Kom City. Sample: A purposive sample of 100 diabetic children from the previously mentioned setting was divided randomly and assigned into two groups (50 experimental group and 50-control group). Tools: Three tools were used for data collection, Tool I: A structured questionnaire designed based on the BASNEF model components. Tool II: Checklist about child's prophylactic behaviors concerning blood sugar control.Tool III: Biochemical findings of blood tests, including fasting plasma glucose level (FBS) and hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c).Results: The mean total scores of all BASNEF Model components were significantly improved postintervention in the experimental group compared to the control group. In addition, the FBS, HbA1C levels and biochemical parameters significantly controlled among the experimental group compared to the control group (P < 0.001). Conclusion: Applying the BASNEF Model is very effective for diabetic children as the intervention based on its controlled children blood glucose level and changed their behavior toward a better life in the experimental group than in the control group. Recommendations: Highlight the importance of integrating and applying the BASNEF model as a standard of care to improve the quality of life for children with diabetes mellitus. |
