The growing prevalence of metabolic disorders such as diabetes mellitus (DM) along with world's ageing population has increased the burden on health care systems. Knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) in regard to disease, medications and life style plays an important role in achieving appropriate glycemic control in patients with DM. This hospital based prospective observational study was undertaken with the aim to analyze and evaluate KAP in diabetic patients and to provide relevant patient counselling. The study was carried out in diabetic patients attending Endocrinology out-patient department of M. S. Ramaiah Hospitals, Bengaluru for a period of six months. The KAP on disease, drugs, complication and lifestyle was assessed in 70 outpatients using a predesigned questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were applied to analyze data using SPSS software version 20.0 and Microsoft excel. The assessment of knowledge in drugs, disease and life style was found to be good. The knowledge in regard to complication was found to be moderate (57%) emphasizing on need for patient counseling. The role of clinical pharmacist in educating patients regarding drugs, disease prognosis and complications helps in overall disease management and improving quality of life.
Diabetes Mellitus, KAP, Patient Counselling
