Table 1.

Knowledge, attitude, and practices questionnaire

	Yes/no	Score
Knowledge questions
Diabetes is a condition in which the body contains higher level of blood sugar than normal
The major causes of diabetes are hereditary, obesity, and unhealthy eating habits
The symptoms of diabetes are frequent urination, increased thirst, and hunger
Diabetes, if not treated, will cause damage to other organs such as heart, eyes, kidneys, and foot ulcers
The most accurate method of monitoring diabetes is checking blood glucose levels
In a diabetic patient, high blood pressure can worsen the risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney, and eye problems
A diabetic patient should measure his or her blood pressure regularly
The lifestyle modification required for diabetic patients is weight reduction, stopping alcohol consumption, and smoking
A diabetic patient should have his or her eyes checked every year
The important factors that help in controlling blood sugar are controlled and planned diet, and medication
Regular urine tests will help in knowing the amount of proteins in your urine and functional status of kidneys
A regular exercise regimen will help in blood glucose control
A well-balanced diet include carbohydrates, proteins, fruits, and fibres
Diabetes is a curable/non-curable disease
Attitude questions
Do you exercise regularly?
Are you following a controlled and planned diet?
Do you think missing doses of your diabetic medication will have a negative effect on your disease control?
Are you aware of your blood sugar levels fall below normal when you are taking drugs?
Do you think you should keep in touch with your physician?
Practice questions
When your blood pressure was last checked?
When was your last eye examination?
When was your last urine examination?
When was your last visit to your physician?
When was your blood sugars last checked?
When was your lipids last checked?
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