- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Self-Regulation Intervention Improves Diabetes Management
Última actualización 18 de julio de 2026
Key finding
Significant improvements in self-care ability (p < 0.001)
This study evaluated the effectiveness of an IFSMT-based self-regulation intervention in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, finding significant improvements in self-care ability, HbA1c levels, and quality of life.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
Risk of bias
Some Concerns
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Study focus
This study evaluated the effectiveness of an IFSMT-based self-regulation intervention in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, finding significant improvements in self-care ability, HbA1c levels, and quality of life.
Clinical relevance
The findings suggest that implementing self-regulation strategies based on the IFSMT can be an effective approach to managing Type 2 Diabetes, potentially leading to better health outcomes and improved patient engagement in their care. This is crucial as diabetes management often requires lifestyle changes that patients may struggle to implement without proper support.
Keep in mind
The study design was non-randomized, which may introduce bias. Sample size and demographic diversity were not specified. Long-term effects of the intervention were not assessed.
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Fadli F, Nursalam N, Elly LS, Nilawati U. Effectiveness of a Self-Regulation Intervention Based on the Individual and Family Self-Management Theory in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Frontiers in Clinical Diabetes and Healthcare. 2026;6:1712334. doi:10.3389/fcdhc.2025.1712334
Efectos Principales
The intervention group showed significant improvements in self-care ability (p < 0.001).
The intervention group showed a significant reduction in HbA1c levels by 1.7% (p < 0.05).
The intervention group showed significant improvements in quality of life (p < 0.01).
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to IFSMT-based self-regulation module and HbA1c, Improvement in self-care ability, Quality of life.
This study contributes evidence to
Primary intervention
IFSMT-based self-regulation module
Primary outcomes
- HbA1c
- Improvement in self-care ability
- Quality of life
Evidence topics
Primary intervention
Primary outcomes
Evidence relationships
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- Contributes to 3 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 1 direct semantic evidence topic
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Evidencia principal
Tema de evidencia
HbA1c Reduction
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Core evidence
Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
Improvement in self-care ability
IFSMT-based self-regulation module → Improvement in self-care ability
IFSMT-based self-regulation module → Improvement in self-care ability
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Quality of life
IFSMT-based self-regulation module → Quality of life
IFSMT-based self-regulation module → Quality of life
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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La Evidencia Sugiere
- Self-care ability improved by 2 points (p < 0.001).
- HbA1c levels decreased by 1.7% (p < 0.05).
- Quality of life increased by 3 points (p < 0.01).
A quién se aplica
- Adults diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
- Patients seeking to improve their self-management skills.
Tener en Cuenta
- Results may not be generalizable to all populations with diabetes.
- The non-randomized design limits causal inferences.
- Further research is needed to evaluate long-term outcomes.
Entre Líneas
- The study design was non-randomized, which may introduce bias.
- Sample size and demographic diversity were not specified.
- Long-term effects of the intervention were not assessed.
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This study contributes to evidence on IFSMT-based self-regulation module and HbA1c, IFSMT-based self-regulation module and Quality of Life Outcomes.
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IFSMT-based self-regulation module → HbA1c
Behavioral & Lifestyle
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
IFSMT-based self-regulation module → Quality of Life Outcomes
Behavioral & Lifestyle
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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Questions answered by this study
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Does IFSMT-based self-regulation module improve HbA1c?
IFSMT-based self-regulation module appears to improve HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does IFSMT-based self-regulation module improve improvement in self-care ability?
IFSMT-based self-regulation module appears to improve Improvement in self-care ability.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Improvement in self-care ability
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does IFSMT-based self-regulation module improve quality of life?
IFSMT-based self-regulation module appears to improve Quality of life.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Quality of life
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
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