Cognitive Function and Self-Management Behaviors in Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes.

Min Jung Kim Ulf Gunnar Bronas Laurie Quinn Lisa Kay Sharp Chang Gi Park Valerie Gruss Cynthia Fritschi

Published in: Nursing research (2022)

A reduction in executive function was associated with poorer adherence to physician contact behaviors in older adults with TD2 and normal cognitive function; lack of adherence to physician contact behaviors could be an early indicator of declining cognitive function. Difficulties or changes in routine diabetes self-management behaviors should be closely monitored in older adults cognitive assessment should be followed when needed.

Keyphrases

physical activity
primary care
emergency department
type diabetes
glycemic control
metabolic syndrome
insulin resistance