Effect of Health Belief Model Education on Water Intake in the Elderly (HBM-Water Study)

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

68 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2024-07-01

Study Completion Date

2025-12-31

Brief Summary

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The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a Health Belief Model (HBM)-based education program to increase daily water consumption among elderly individuals aged 65 and above. Participants will be divided into two groups; one group will receive HBM-based education, and the other group will not receive any education. The effects of the education program on daily water consumption and dehydration symptoms will be assessed.

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Detailed Description

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The study has a randomized controlled design and will last 1 month. The study group will be given a Health Belief Model (HBM)-based training program for 1 month, and the same training will be given again after 2 weeks to reinforce the training, while the control group will not receive any training. Participants; Daily water consumption will be collected and dehydration symptoms will be evaluated at baseline and at the end of 1 month, and differences between groups will be analyzed.

Conditions

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Dehydration Water Consumption in Elderly

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

This study uses a parallel assignment model where participants are randomly assigned to either the intervention group or the control group. The intervention group will receive the Health Belief Model (HBM)-based education program, while the control group will receive no education. The purpose is to compare the effectiveness of the HBM-based education program on increasing daily water consumption among elderly individuals.

Primary Study Purpose

HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH

Blinding Strategy

NONE

There are no additional masked parties in this clinical trial.

Study Groups

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Health Belief Model Education Group

Participants in this arm will receive a structured educational program aimed at increasing their daily water intake. The program is based on the principles of the Health Belief Model (HBM) and includes the following components:

Educational Sessions: Weekly group sessions led by trained health educators, focusing on the importance of hydration, the benefits of adequate water intake, and strategies to incorporate more water into daily routines.

Behavioral Strategies: Practical tips and techniques to overcome barriers to water intake, such as setting daily water goals, using water bottles, and incorporating water-rich foods into the diet.

Personalized Feedback: Individualized feedback and support provided through weekly one-on-one meetings with a health coach to track progress and address any challenges.

Educational Materials: Distribution of printed and digital materials, including pamphlets and interactive tools, to reinforce learning and support behavior change.

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Health Belief Model Education

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

Participants in this group will receive a structured training program with the aim of increasing daily water consumption and reducing symptoms of dehydration. The program is based on the principles of the Health Belief Model and includes the following components:

Initial and mid-Program training: Will be conducted by a trained health educator, each lasting 60 minutes. Two weeks after the first training, the same training will be given again for reinforcement purposes.

Session Content: Covers the importance of hydration, strategies to increase water intake (using reminders, setting goals, integrating water-rich foods), and the health benefits of adequate hydration (e.g., improved cognitive function, better physical health).

Training Materials: Booklet prepared for training. Behavioral Strategies: Practical tips for overcoming barriers to drinking more water, such as setting daily water intake goals and using diaries to track progress.

No Education Control Group

Participants in this arm will not receive any specific education or intervention and will follow their usual routines. This group will serve as a control to compare the effectiveness of the Health Belief Model-based education program administered to the intervention group. The daily water intake of participants in this group will be recorded using standardized intake diaries, and averages will be calculated weekly.

Group Type NO_INTERVENTION

No interventions assigned to this group

Interventions

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Health Belief Model Education

Participants in this group will receive a structured training program with the aim of increasing daily water consumption and reducing symptoms of dehydration. The program is based on the principles of the Health Belief Model and includes the following components:

Initial and mid-Program training: Will be conducted by a trained health educator, each lasting 60 minutes. Two weeks after the first training, the same training will be given again for reinforcement purposes.

Session Content: Covers the importance of hydration, strategies to increase water intake (using reminders, setting goals, integrating water-rich foods), and the health benefits of adequate hydration (e.g., improved cognitive function, better physical health).

Training Materials: Booklet prepared for training. Behavioral Strategies: Practical tips for overcoming barriers to drinking more water, such as setting daily water intake goals and using diaries to track progress.

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

Aged 65 years and older. Consuming less than 1000 ml of water daily.

Exclusion Criteria

Scoring below 17 on the Mini-Mental State Examination. Being bedridden. Having a medical condition that requires fluid restriction. Taking diuretic medications.

Withdrawal Criteria:

Elderly participants who wish to withdraw from the study at any stage of the research process.

Minimum Eligible Age

65 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

99 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Responsible Party

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Arzu ÇİMEN

PhD Candidate (Doctoral Student)

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

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Atatürk University Health Sciences Institute, Department of Nursing Principles

Erzurum, , Turkey (Türkiye)

Site Status

Countries

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Turkey (Türkiye)

References

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Ciftci B, Yildiz GN, Avsar G, Kose S, Aydin E, Dogan S, Celik S. Development of the Thirst Discomfort Scale: A Validity and Reliability Study. Am J Crit Care. 2023 May 1;32(3):176-183. doi: 10.4037/ajcc2023954.

Reference Type BACKGROUND

PMID: 37121897 (View on PubMed)

Study Documents

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