Table 2a Diabetes Mellitus: Level of awareness among residents

of Brgy. 9 , Tigbauan, Iloilo when taken as a Whole

Statements
Mean Description
Frequent urination 3.22 Very Aware
Excessive hunger

3.17

Increased thirst

3.24

Irritability

3.04

The body failed to produce insulin 2.95

The body cells fail to use the insulin
properly.

2.93

Impaired glucose intolerance as a result of
hormonal changes during pregnancy.(gestational
diabetes)

3.04

Increased age contribute to the risk of
Diabetes Mellitus.

2.96

Insulin injections are required as prescribed.

3.95

Maintenance oral medication should not be
forgotten

3.42

Visit the Health Center for advice regarding
diabetic diet.

3.41

For persons with diabetic lesions, daily
cleansing should be done 1.29
A person with diabetes should be extra careful
not to cause injury to the skin.
Seek immediate medical consultation for any
injury to the skin.


Regular monthly monitoring of blood glucose
level is very important for people with
diabetes.



Mean Scale Description
1.00 1.67 Low
1.69 - 2.33 Fair
2.34 - 3.00 High














Table 2a Diabetes Mellitus: Degree of Preventive Practices among
residents of Brgy. 9, Tigbauan, Iloilo when taken as a Whole

Statements
Mean Description
I Avoid smoking 2.24 Practiced
I limit intake of alcoholic beverages 2.85
Highly
Practiced
I keep my blood pressure and cholesterol under
control. 2.92
Highly
Practiced
I control my bodyweight 3.15 Practiced
I exercise regularly.
3.45
Highly
Practiced
I maintain adequate rest and sleep every day. 3.51
Highly
Practiced
I avoid activities that can cause fatigue. 3.55
Highly
Practiced
I have my regular monitoring of blood glucose
level. 2.95 Practiced
I eat fruits, vegetables, and healthy liquids
such as water, fruit juice, etc. 3.55
Highly
Practiced
I avoid salty foods. 3.41
Highly
Practiced
I limit fatty food intake. 3.26
Highly
Practiced
I avoid sugary beverages at home as much as
possible.
3.28
Highly
Practiced
I limit meaty foods and processed meat
products (e.g. chorizo, tocino).

3.36
Highly
Practiced
I keep myself physically active every day.
3.55
Highly
Practiced
I drink plenty of fluids (e.g. water, juices)
every day. 3.84
Highly
Practiced
As a Whole 3.26
Highly
Practiced

Mean Scale Description
3.26 4.00 Higly Practiced
2.51 3.25 Practiced
1.76 2.50 Moderately Practiced
1.00 1.75 Less Practiced