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MDT Nursing with High-fiber Diet Improves Outcomes in Elderly Diabetes Patients

Last updated July 11, 2026

Key finding

Fasting blood glucose in the intervention group was lower (p < 0.05)

This study evaluated the effects of a multi-disciplinary team nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention on elderly diabetes patients, finding significant improvements in various health outcomes.

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EvidenceScore™

Moderate

Study type

RCTs

Follow-up

Short-Term (≤3 mo)

Risk of bias

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Study focus

This study evaluated the effects of a multi-disciplinary team nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention on elderly diabetes patients, finding significant improvements in various health outcomes.

Clinical relevance

This study highlights the importance of integrated care approaches for managing diabetes in the elderly. By combining nursing support with dietary interventions, healthcare providers can significantly enhance patient outcomes, reduce complications, and improve overall quality of life for this vulnerable population.

Keep in mind

Limited generalizability due to specific population characteristics Potential confounding factors not controlled for Short duration of follow-up may not capture long-term effects

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Haiyun W, Mengping Y, Hongyin W, Lingbo H, Yingzi Z. Effects of Multi-disciplinary Team Nursing Model Combined with High-fiber Dietary Intervention on Elderly Diabetes Patients. Frontiers in Medicine. 2025;12:1631466. doi:10.3389/fmed.2025.1631466

Main Effects

Fasting Plasma Glucose decreased by 1.5 mmol/L (p < 0.05)

2h postprandial blood glucose decreased by 2 mmol/L (p < 0.05)

Quality of life scores increased by 15 points (p < 0.01)

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Evidence Context

This study contributes evidence to MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention and Albumin Levels, Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG), HbA1c, and 8 more.

Primary intervention

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention

Primary outcomes

  • Albumin Levels
  • Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
  • HbA1c

Evidence relationships

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Evidence pairs
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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 68

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Related topics

11

Evidence pairs

303

Related studies

High relevance in at least one topic

Why it is useful

  • Contributes to 11 evidence relationships
  • Includes primary outcome data
  • Linked to 2 direct semantic evidence topics

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Primary evidence

Evidence topic

Glycemic Control

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Related evidence

Evidence topic

HbA1c Reduction

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Study findings

The primary outcomes reported in this study.

Albumin Levels

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Albumin Levels

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Albumin Levels

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

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ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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HbA1c

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → HbA1c

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → HbA1c

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Neonatal complications

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Neonatal complications

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Neonatal complications

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ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Postprandial blood glucose

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Postprandial blood glucose

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Postprandial blood glucose

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ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
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Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Quality of life

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Quality of life

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Quality of life

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ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
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SAS scores

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → SAS scores

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → SAS scores

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ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
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SDS scores

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MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → SDS scores

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ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
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Sleep quality

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Sleep quality

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Sleep quality

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ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
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Total protein levels

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Total protein levels

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Total protein levels

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
25
Negative
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
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Treatment satisfaction

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Treatment satisfaction

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention → Treatment satisfaction

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ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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evidence suggest

Evidence Suggest

  • FPG levels decreased significantly in the intervention group (p < 0.05)
  • Quality of life scores improved markedly (p < 0.01)
  • Incidence of complications was lower in the intervention group (p < 0.05)
who this applies

Who this applies to

  • Elderly patients aged 65 and older
  • Patients diagnosed with diabetes, type 2
  • Individuals requiring dietary management for diabetes
keep in mind

Keep in Mind

  • Results may not apply to younger populations or different diabetes types
  • Further research needed to confirm long-term benefits
  • Intervention specifics may vary in different healthcare settings
between the lines

Between the Lines

  • Limited generalizability due to specific population characteristics
  • Potential confounding factors not controlled for
  • Short duration of follow-up may not capture long-term effects

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This study contributes to evidence on MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention and Albumin Levels, MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention and Fasting Glucose.

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Questions answered by this study

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Does MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention improve albumin levels?

Emerging Evidence

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention appears to improve Albumin Levels.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Albumin Levels

    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.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026

Does MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention improve fasting plasma glucose (fpg)?

Emerging Evidence

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention appears to improve Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG).

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

    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.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026

Does MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention improve HbA1c?

Emerging Evidence

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention appears to improve HbA1c.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 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.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026

Does MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention improve neonatal complications?

Emerging Evidence

MDT nursing model combined with high-fiber dietary intervention appears to improve Neonatal complications.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Neonatal complications

    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.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026
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