A Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Cardiovascular Risk Factors among Diabetes Mellitus Clients in Selected Community Area Maharashtra

Pooja Vishwas Ambre, Milind Manohar Kale, Shweta Sham Bhagwat

Abstract: This study draws attention to a pressing concern India's growing diabetes burden and its undeniable link to cardiovascular risk. Despite advancements in medical treatments, individuals with Type II diabetes continue to face a disproportionately high risk of heart-related complications. What stands out in this research is the human-centered approach: instead of only focusing on clinical outcomes, it assesses whether a structured teaching programme (STP) can actually help people understand and prevent these risks. Conducted in a community setting in Maharashtra, this pre-experimental study involved 60 diabetes clients and used a pretest-posttest design to measure knowledge improvements. It is evident that participants initially lacked adequate awareness of cardiovascular prevention, but post-intervention results reflected a meaningful improvement. The jump in mean knowledge scores-from 18.3 to 24.2-suggests the STP wasn't just helpful; it was transformative in terms of awareness. Interestingly, there was no significant link between knowledge gains and demographic traits, hinting that educational interventions can work across diverse groups. That said, the relatively small and non-random sample limits the broader applicability. Still, this research offers a promising case for integrating structured educational tools into public health strategies aimed at diabetes management. In real-world terms, it reminds us that sometimes, a simple, targeted teaching session can tilt the scale toward healthier outcomes.

Keywords: diabetes awareness, cardiovascular risk, structured teaching programme, Type 2 diabetes, community health education

How to Cite?: Pooja Vishwas Ambre, Milind Manohar Kale, Shweta Sham Bhagwat, "A Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Cardiovascular Risk Factors among Diabetes Mellitus Clients in Selected Community Area Maharashtra", Volume 14 Issue 7, July 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 504-507, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25705123110, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25705123110