Nursing ETDs

Publication Date

Fall 12-13-2020

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the meaning of and experiences living with “borderline diabetes” among Mexican American adults residing in or around Amarillo, Texas. Sixteen Mexican Americans who self-identified as having “borderline diabetes” participated. Research questions focused on how participants understood the condition, self-care practices, and recommendations for improving prediabetes healthcare and education. An interpretive description approach was used to analyze data from phone interviews. Principal findings revolved around issues of disclosure vs. secrecy, information seeking, and challenges or “struggle” to change lifestyle, particularly diet. Self-care was managed in a relational way with support of family, friends, or co-workers. Findings may influence clinical, research, and policy approaches to caring for Mexican-Americans with “borderline diabetes.”

Degree Name

Nursing

Level of Degree

Doctoral

Department Name

College of Nursing

First Committee Member (Chair)

Mark B. Parshall, PhD, RN, FAAN, Chair

Second Committee Member

Elizabeth Dickson, PhD, RN

Third Committee Member

Patricia M. Perea, PhD

Fourth Committee Member

Jennifer B. Averill, PhD,RN

Sponsors

Fifth Committee Member- Elsa Diego-Medrano, PhD

Keywords

Mexican-American, prediabetes, borderline diabetes, social ecological model

Language

English

Document Type

Dissertation

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