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Person-centered web support to women with type 1 diabetes in pregnancy early motherhood : the development process

Authors :
Berg, Marie
Adolfsson, Annsofie
Ranerup, Agneta
Sparud-Lundin, Carina
Berg, Marie
Adolfsson, Annsofie
Ranerup, Agneta
Sparud-Lundin, Carina
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Background: Pregnancy and early motherhood are extraordinarily demanding periods for women with type 1 diabetes, who therefore need optimal support. This article describes the process of developing person-centered Web-based support for women with type 1 diabetes during the period of pregnancy through early motherhood. Important aspects of perrsoncenteredness are a broader scope of medicine, viewing the patient as a person, shared decision-making to accomplish a therapeutic alliance, and the role of documentation. Materials and Methods: A participatory design was used in the development process to capture the target group’s knowledge, experiences, and needs, and a systematic process map for Web-based support was used to describe the process. Results: Content and layout in the Web support were developed collaboratively by project managers, advisory and scientific reference groups, technical producers, and representatives for the target group. Based on needs assessment and evidence synthesis, three main components of complementary Web-based support were identified: (1) specific information about pregnancy, childbirth, and early motherhood in relation to type 1 diabetes; (2) a self-care diary, including a device for documenting and evaluating blood glucose levels, insulin doses, food intake, physical activities, and overall well-being; and (3) a forum for communication between women with type 1 diabetes in the childbearing period. Conclusions: Using a perspective of person-centered care, a participatory design and the process map were fruitful for developing person-centered Web support for self-care and self-learning. The developed Web support product will be evaluated in a randomized controlled trial and further developed based on this result.<br />Funding Agency:University of Gothenburg Centre for Person-Centred Care Inger Hultman Foundation The Region Västra Götaland<br />Modiab-Web

Details

Database :
OAIster
Notes :
Swedish
Publication Type :
Electronic Resource
Accession number :
edsoai.on1233861087
Document Type :
Electronic Resource
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1089.dia.2012.0217