Implementing Self-Transcendence Nursing Model for GDM Management improves outcomes: Study

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) poses risks to both maternal and offspring health, with increasing prevalence in certain countries like China, reaching up to 24.4%. Recent study aimed to assess the impact of a self-transcendence nursing model on GDM patients. The research included 114 GDM patients divided into control and observation groups. Results showed that the observation group had fewer hospital admissions, shorter stays, and higher DDS (Diabetes Distress Scale) and C-DMSES (Chinese Versions of Diabetes Management Self-efficacy Scale) scores, indicating reduced distress and improved self-efficacy after the intervention. Additionally, the observation group had better pregnancy outcomes with lower rates of premature delivery and gestational hypertension.

Encouraging Emotional Stability and Disease Management

The self-transcendence nursing model encouraged patients to understand their inner selves, reduce negative emotions, and shift focus towards others, enhancing emotional stability and active disease management. The intervention also promoted social support, improving patients' confidence in treatment and fostering hope. This approach led to better blood glucose control, fewer hospitalizations, and improved pregnancy outcomes compared to routine nursing care.

Emphasis on Psychological Well-being in GDM Patients

The study emphasized the importance of psychological well-being in GDM patients and highlighted the significance of self-management behaviors. The self-transcendence nursing intervention effectively addressed patients' psychological distress, enhanced self-efficacy, and positively influenced pregnancy outcomes.

Value of Self-Transcendence Nursing in Managing GDM

Results indicated that the self-transcendence nursing model could be a valuable approach in managing GDM by improving emotional health, empowering patients in self-care, and ultimately reducing the risks of pregnancy-induced hypertension and premature delivery. However, the study recommended further research with larger samples and extended follow-up periods to strengthen the validity of the findings.

Conclusion on Utilizing Self-Transcendence Nursing Model in GDM Care

In conclusion, utilizing the self-transcendence nursing model in high-risk pregnant women with GDM showed promising results in improving maternal and offspring health outcomes. The study underscores the significance of integrating psychological support and self-management strategies in GDM care to enhance overall patient well-being and treatment effectiveness.

Key Points

- The study focused on the impact of a self-transcendence nursing model on gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) patients due to the increasing prevalence of GDM, especially in countries like China where it can reach up to 24.4%.

- Results showed that the group of GDM patients who received the self-transcendence nursing intervention had fewer hospital admissions, shorter stays, reduced distress (measured by the Diabetes Distress Scale), and improved self-efficacy (measured by the Chinese Versions of Diabetes Management Self-efficacy Scale). This group also experienced better pregnancy outcomes with lower rates of premature delivery and gestational hypertension.

- The self-transcendence nursing model encouraged emotional stability, active disease management, understanding of one's inner self, and shifting focus towards others, which improved emotional well-being, self-management behaviors, social support, blood glucose control, and confidence in treatment among patients compared to routine nursing care.

- The study highlighted the importance of psychological well-being in GDM patients and emphasized that the self-transcendence nursing intervention effectively addressed psychological distress, enhanced self-efficacy, and positively influenced pregnancy outcomes.

- The results suggested that the self-transcendence nursing model could be a valuable approach in managing GDM by enhancing emotional health, empowering patients in self-care, and reducing the risks of pregnancy-induced hypertension and premature delivery, but recommended further research with larger samples and extended follow-up periods to validate the findings.

- Utilizing the self-transcendence nursing model in high-risk pregnant women with GDM showed promising results in improving maternal and offspring health outcomes, suggesting that integrating psychological support and self-management strategies in GDM care can enhance overall patient well-being and treatment effectiveness.

Reference –

Mengpei Xu et al. (2025). Research On The Application Effect Of Self-Transcendence Nursing Model In Patients With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Randomised Controlled Trial. *BMC Pregnancy And Childbirth*, 25.https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-025-07195-x