Transtheoretical and Health Belief Models in Diabetes Mellitus
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Option A: Transtheoretical Model (TTM) Stages of Behavior Change Table
Complete the table regarding the chronic condition of diabetes mellitus as applied to the diabetic individual’s adhering to self-care recommendations. [Once you have completed this table, please copy all the information below and paste it into your assignment Appendix]
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STAGE |
DECISIONAL BALANCE CAUSING INDIVIDUAL TO REMAIN IN THIS STAGE |
POTENTIAL CHANGE STRATEGIES |
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Precontemplation (no intention of taking action within the next six months) |
Pros: Cons: Tipping the balance to move to the next stage: |
Methods of raising awareness of the risk of diabetic complications and the need for change (adherence to self-care recommendations) based on risks and benefits: |
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Contemplation (intends to take action within the next six months) |
Pros: Cons: Tipping the balance to move to the next stage: |
Methods to motivate and encourage plans to change (adhere to diabetic self-care recommendations): |
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Preparation (intends to take action within the next month and has taken behavioral steps towards change) |
Pros: Cons: Tipping the balance to move to the next stage: |
Methods to assist the diabetic individual to develop and implement plans and goals to adhere to self-care recommendations: |
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Action (has changed behavior for less than six months) |
Pros: Cons: Tipping the balance to move to the next stage: |
What type of feedback, support, or help with problem solving can be provided to reinforce the change (utilization of immunizations?) |
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Maintenance (has changed behavior for more than six months) |
Pros: Cons: Tipping the balance to move to the next stage: |
How can we assist with coping, reminders, and maintenance of change (utilizing immunizations)? |
