The health related quality of life of non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus patients admitted at Brokenshire Integrated Health Ministries, Incorporated

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to determine the quality of life of type 2 diabetic patients admitted at a private tertiary hospital in Davao City using the Ferrans and Powers Quality of Life IndexDESIGN: This study is a descriptive, cross-sectional examination to determine self-rated quality of life among diabetic patients admitted at a private tertiary hospital in Davao City using the Ferrans and Powers Quality of Life Index.RESULTS: The cross sectional study involved 37 respondents of a private tertiary hospital in Davao City. Most belong to ages 50 years and above (91.9%), are females (59.5%) and married (89.2%). All have some form of formal schooling and 51.4% are employed. Most do not adhere to recommended diet (59.5%), exercise (64.9%), have no history of smoking (56.8%) and have higher BMI however 54% had controlled glucose (54%). Majority have been diagnosed with diabetes for 5-10 years (43.2%), have complications (59%) and are under combination therapy. The mean overall quality of life and QOL subscales of patients were good. Most sociodemographic, lifestyle and medical factors did not show any statistical significance (p value >0.05). Age had positive association with overall quality of life, health and function and socioeconomic subscales. Maintenance medication and civil status had positive association with the socioeconomic and family subscales respectively.CONCLUSION: The mean overall quality of life and QOL subscales of patients were good. Older age, marriage and combination therapy were associated with high quality of life and specific subscales. Other factors showed no significant association thus further studies are recommended. Assessment of Quality of life and management of modifiable risk factors of diabetes are also recommended.