This study was conducted to examine the effect of an education program based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills (IMB) Model on the level of hot flashes, overall menopausal symptoms, and quality of life in women experiencing hot flashes during the menopausal period. The study consisted of an intervention group and a control group. The intervention group received a structured education program based on the IMB Model, while no education, counseling, or care intervention was provided to the control group. Both groups were assessed at baseline, and at the 1st and 3rd months following the intervention. It is expected that the findings obtained from this study will demonstrate the effectiveness of IMB Model-based education in the management of menopausal vasomotor symptoms and contribute to the development of evidence-based nursing practices for women during the menopausal period.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
100
A structured education program based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills (IMB) model was delivered to women experiencing hot flashes during menopause. The intervention aimed to enhance participants' knowledge, motivation, and behavioral skills related to the management of menopausal hot flashes. The educational content included information on the physiology of hot flashes, lifestyle modifications, symptom management strategies, coping techniques, and skills to support healthy behaviors. The program was delivered through planned educational sessions.
Cumhuriyet University Health Services Application and Research Hospital, Obstetrics and Gynecology Outpatient Clinic
Sivas, Sivas, Turkey (Türkiye)
Hot Flash-Related Daily Interference
Hot flash-related daily interference was assessed using the Hot Flash Related Daily Interference Scale, which evaluates the extent to which hot flashes interfere with daily activities and quality of life.
Time frame: Baseline (pre-intervention), 1 month, and 3 months
Hot Flush Beliefs
Hot flush-related beliefs were assessed using the Hot Flush Beliefs Scale (HFBS), which evaluates women's cognitive beliefs and perceptions related to hot flashes.
Time frame: Baseline (pre-intervention), 1 month, and 3 months
Menopause-Specific Quality of Life
Menopause-specific quality of life was assessed using the Menopause-Specific Quality of Life Scale, which evaluates the impact of menopausal symptoms on women's physical, psychological, and social well-being.
Time frame: Baseline (pre-intervention), 1 month, and 3 months
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