Literature Evaluation Table

Summary; This article summarize that Hispanics are at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Lifestyle interventions are effective in preventing diabetes and restoring glucose regulation.

Strength: This article gives the information about HbA1C level of all age groups of Hispanic Americans.

Weakness: I could not find any weakness in this article

Kenya, S., Lebron, C., Arrechea, R., (2014) Glucometer use and glycemic control among Hispanic patients with diabetes in southern Florida. 2014 Apr 1;36(4):485-93. doi: 10.1016/j.clinthera.2013.12.009.

Summary: This study examined the effects of a CHW intervention on SMBG practices, glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1cand knowledge of appropriate responses to glucometer readings among Hispanics.

Strength: This article gives the information about how Hispanic Americans should have knowledge about monitoring their blood glucose levels. However, most patients take no action in response to out-of-range glucometer readings, and in many populations, SMBG practices are not associated with improved glycemic control.

Weakness: This article does not contain detailed information about the Interventions and life style changes in Hispanic Americans.

Franz, MJ, Boucher JL, Rutten-Ramos S, VanWormer, JJ. (2015) Lifestyle weight-loss intervention outcomes in overweight and obese adults with type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.(2015) Sep;115(9):1447-63. doi: 10.1016/j.jand.2015.02.031. Epub 2015 Apr 29. Review.

Summary: This article explain that In overweight or obese adults with type 2 diabetes, what are the outcomes on hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) from lifestyle weight-loss interventions resulting in weight losses greater than or less than 5% at 12 months

Strength: This article highlights how lifestyle changes and Nutrition therapy for individuals with type 2 diabetes support as primary treatment strategies.

Weakness: Need more rationale.

Velasco-Mondragon et al. (2016) Hispanic health in the USA: a scoping review of the literature Public Health Reviews (2016) 37:31 DOI 10.1186/s40985-016-0043

Summary: This article provides the detailed information about the U.S Hispanics. How social and cultural barriers impact the health of Hispanics.

Strength: This article contains in-depth and current information of chosen topic. Weakness: None Noted

Thomas, A., Ashcraft, A. S., Owen, D. C., & Conway-Phillips, R. (2017). Making It All Work: Qualitative Descriptions of Hispanic Adults Managing Type 2 Diabetes with Limited Resources. Global Qualitative Nursing Research, 4: 1–13.

Summary: This study examined the struggles of Hispanic adults managing type 2 diabetes with limited resources.

Strength: The study in this article revealed how diabetes affects quality of life. Income level affects how Hispanics understand and manage their chronic illnesses, diabetes in particular, as well as how they access and navigate local, state, and national health resources

Weakness: Some of information cited in this article is old, doesn’t provides most current data

Williamson, J. C. (2013). Current practice patterns and identified educational needs of health care providers in managing patients with type 2 diabetes. . clical diabetes, 3-9.

Summary: This article describes the results of surveys distributed to a national audience of specialty, primary care, and allied health care providers (HCPs) who manage patients with type 2 diabetes on a daily basis. The results provide insights into current educational needs and can inform the design and development of education programs for these HCPs. The gaps identified in this study regarding the perception, knowledge, and practice of managing patients with type 2 diabetes provide ample targets for educating HCPs involved in the care of patients with this disease

Strength: The study in this article highlights risk factors of diabetes. This article gives some information about lifestyle modification, management and how intradisciplinary team along with HCPs can provide valuable insights into their educational needs with regard to providing care for patients with this disease.

Weakness: lack of evidence based studies