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

NCT06449963 | Active Not Recruiting DMC

• 3 other identifiers: ATAUNI-NURS-FON-2024ATAUNI-BAPSIS-TDK-2024-13931BAYBU-IRB-2024-14
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 68
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

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.

Conditions

Dehydration; Water Consumption in Elderly

Keywords

Health Belief Model; Elderly; Hydration; Education Program

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Change in Average Daily Water Intake (liters)

  In order to determine the effect of providing health belief model education on the level of water consumption; The daily water consumption amount is determined before training. After the training, they are asked to record the amount of water they will consume daily for 30 days on the record chart. Then, the amount of water consumed at 3-day intervals is called and recorded by the patient. The amount of change in daily water consumption at the end of 30 days will determine the effect level of the training.

  Data collection at baseline, 24-hour intervals, and daily data collection until the end of 30 days

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Change in Hydration Status (urine specific gravity)

  At baseline, after 15 days, and on day 30

Study Arms (2)

Health Belief Model Education Group

EXPERIMENTAL

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.

Behavioral: Health Belief Model Education

No Education Control Group

NO INTERVENTION

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.

Interventions

Health Belief Model Education 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.

Health Belief Model Education Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 65 Years - 99 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

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

You may not qualify if:

• 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.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Bayburt University: lead
• Ataturk University: collaborator

Study Sites (1)

Atatürk University Health Sciences Institute, Department of Nursing Principles

Erzurum, 25000, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

Related Publications (1)

• 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.

  PMID: 37121897 BACKGROUND

Related Links

• Development of the Thirst Discomfort Scale: A Validity and Reliability Study

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Dehydration

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Water-Electrolyte Imbalance; Metabolic Diseases; Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases; Pathologic Processes; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Masking Details: There are no additional masked parties in this clinical trial.
• Purpose: HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: PhD Candidate (Doctoral Student)

Model Details: 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.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: June 4, 2024
• First Posted: June 10, 2024
• Study Start: July 1, 2024
• Primary Completion: December 31, 2024
• Study Completion: December 1, 2025
• Last Updated: April 18, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-04

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)