METF RMIN JOURNEYS Experiences of people with type 2 diabetes
HbA1c
DIAGNOSIS OF TYPE 2 DIABETES
1
70
Range of feelings after diagnosis of type 2 diabetes 11.7
Denial
Surprise & Shock
Shame & Guilt
Expected
SEEING A DOCTOR OR NURSE
2
Good relationships & communication are important
3
Talk easily
Time to talk
Trust
Genuine care
Answers questions
Knows whanau
FIRST METFORMIN PRESCRIPTION Range of feelings when metformin prescribed
Disappointment diet & exercise not enough
Denial
Don't like to take pills
Wake up call
Motivation to stay well
Avoid insulin and diabetes complications
4
FINDING SUPPORT
+
Nurse, Doctor, Pharmacist
Internet
+
Family & Friends
Written information
Community programmes