Aplicación del enfoque de problemas a la diabetes mellitus de tipo 2 en educación médica: una revisión integrativa

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to perform a literature review about diabetes mellitus 2 to characterize the main root cause and the best strategies for solution and prevention in the educational processes. The analysis was performed using the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving Method. To this end, a script was prepared based on the definition of the concepts of interest. The search criteria for data were also defined. The information was subsequently selected using these criteria. This study identified the containment measures and the social determinants that minimize them and the main solutions for practical application at the primary care level. The relevance of changes in educational processes based on the cause main root were examined for non-communicable diseases, addition of fructose to soft drinks, and foods made by the food industry. The results showed that diabetes and obesity are not the result of simple calorie imbalance. Good health depends on traditional ethnic dishes. These concepts should be incorporated into the training processes of health professionals.