Health Literacy and Behavior Practice According to 3A2S among Diabetic Patients in Na Fai Subdistrict, Mueang Chaiyaphum District, Chaiyaphum Province.

Abstract

The purpose of this descriptive study was to examine the relationship between health literacy and core compliance behaviors (3A.2S) among diabetic patients in Na Fai Sub-district, Mueang District, Chaiyaphum Province. The sample consisted of adult diabetic patients in Na Fai Sub-district, Mueang District, Chaiyaphum Province, with a total of 127 participants. Data were collected using questionnaires and health literacy measures designed for diabetic patients by the Health Education Division. The quality of the research instruments was assessed using Cronbach's alpha coefficient, which yielded confidence values ranging from 0.70 to 0.82. Data analysis was conducted using frequency distribution statistics. The relationship between personal factors, health literacy, and compliance behaviors of diabetic patients was analyzed using Pearson's chi-square and Pearson's correlation statistics. The results revealed that income was significantly correlated with the level of compliance behaviors (3A.2S) among diabetic patients (r = 12.88, p-value = 0.012). Additionally, the ability to make informed decisions about future behaviors was significantly correlated with core compliance behaviors (3A.2S) (r = 0.189, p-value = 0.033). The suggestions to promote appropriate practices, efforts should be made to encourage better decision-making among patients. Priority should be given to supporting low-income groups by providing them with the necessary knowledge and resources. These individuals require assistance, as well as a deeper understanding of diabetes, to adopt correct and appropriate practices.