| dc.description.abstract | Diabetes Mellites (DM) is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by elevated blood glucose levels due to insulin secretion disorders or insulin resistance. Optimal blood glucose management is significantly influenced by self-efficacy, which refers to an individual's confidence in their ability to perform specific actions to control their health condition. This study aimed to determine the relationship between self-efficacy and blood glucose levels in diabetes mellitus patients at Helvetia Health Center, Medan. The research design was descriptive-correlational with a cross-sectional approach. The sample size was 64 individuals, selected using purposive sampling. Data analysis was performed uxing Spearman's Rank correlation test. The results showed that the majority of respondents had moderate self-efficacy (60.9%) and high blood glucose levels (85.9%). Statistical test results revealed a p-value of 0.220 (p0.05) and an r-value of -0.155. This study demonstrated no significant relationship between self-efficacy and blood glucose levels in diabetes mellitus patients at Helvetia Health Center, Medan, with a weak negative correlation. Based on these findings, it is recommended that healthcare providers enhance educational interventions on self-efficacy for diabetes mellitus patients, particularly through Posbindu programs. These programs should focus on independent diabetes management, such as healthy eating patterns, blood glucose monitoring, foot care, regular physical activity, and adherence to treatment to prevent diabetes.complications. | en_US |
