Diabetes conversation map in Nigeria: A new socioeducational tool in diabetes care

Sunny Chinenye, Ekene E Young, Sunny Chinenye, Ekene E Young

Abstract

The importance of diabetes education in the management of patients is very crucial. One-on-one education, didactic group lectures are traditional methods employed in Diabetes Education. In our environment, group interaction using the Diabetes Conversation Map tools may prove to be effective especially during regular meetings of the Diabetes Association.

Keywords: Conversation map; Nigeria; diabetes; education.

Conflict of interest statement

Conflict of Interest: None declared

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