Journal of Diabetic Complications & Medicine

Zomanesh Getahun

Publications

• Research Article
  Type One Diabetic Paitents Knowledge and Atittude on Insulin Self Administration in Mekele Tigray, Ethiopia
  Author(s): Hadgu Gerensea, Admasu Moges, Birikity Shumiyee, Frweyine Abrha, Medina Yesuf, Teweldde Birihan, Tsiyon Birhanu and Zomanesh GetahunHadgu Gerensea, Admasu Moges, Birikity Shumiyee, Frweyine Abrha, Medina Yesuf, Teweldde Birihan, Tsiyon Birhanu and Zomanesh Getahun
  
  Introduction: Insulin is a valuable drug for, those who are in need of it. Insulin will have tremendous impact, when used properly. Intensive insulin therapy was essential in the maintenance of strict glycemic control among insulin requiring patients with diabetes. However this presents challenges in the face of the complexities associated with insulin use and also taking in the consideration the potential danger associated with inappropriate use. Insufficient knowledge and attitude of insulin self administration can result in preventable complication, adverse patient outcome, poor adherence to therapy and invariably poor glycemic control. Objectives: To assess knowledge and attitude on insulin self administration among type 1 DM patients in Mekele hospital 2015. Methodology: Institution based de.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2475-3211.1000104

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