Development and evaluation of a post-traumatic growth promotion programme for North Korean refugees.

North Korean refugees exposed to traumatic events often experience a high recurrence of post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms. However, a post-traumatic growth programme has the potential to transform these traumatic events into increasing post-traumatic growth, reduced emotional stress and enhanced well-being. This study investigated the effects of a post-traumatic growth promotion programme on post-traumatic stress disorder recovery among North Korean refugees.

The impact of aromatherapy-based oral care on oral conditions, salivary pH, and halitosis in older adults with dementia: Pilot study.

Inadequate oral care and poor oral health in older adults are known to increase the risk of dementia. Dementia patients residing in long-term care facilities are especially vulnerable to oral diseases due to their care-resistant behavior. This study aimed to investigate the effects of a 7-day oral care program based on an aroma solution in 58 dementia patients (29 each in the experimental and control groups) admitted to a long-term care hospital in South Korea.

The effect of nurse-led digital health interventions on blood pressure control for people with hypertension: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: Nurse-led digital health interventions (DHIs) for people with chronic disease are increasing. However, the effect of nurse-led DHIs on blood pressure control and hypertension self-management remains unclear. This study aimed to identify the characteristics of nurse-led DHIs for people with hypertension and compared the effect size of nurse-led DHIs with that of usual care to establish evidence for the development of effective nursing interventions using technologies.

Verbal violence and turnover intention among new nurses in Korea: A time-lagged survey.

Aim: To test a model examining the impact of verbal violence against new nurses on their turnover intention and the mediating effects of emotional reaction and burnout based on affective events theory.

Background: In Korea, turnover rate of nurses, especially new nurses, is at a serious level. It is important to verify the paths by which nurses reach a turnover intention after experiencing verbal violence, which is the most common form of workplace violence.

Predictors of Weight-Control Behavior in Healthy Weight and Overweight Korean Middle-Aged Women.

Although obesity level is considered to influence weight-control behavior, few studies have examined how predictors of weight-control behavior differ according to obesity level. We compared the predictors of weight-control behavior in healthy weight and overweight middle-aged Korean women. This study used a comparative cross-sectional design.

Factors Affecting Diet-Related Quality of Life Among Hemodialysis Patients According to Age-group.

This study identified factors influencing diet-related quality of life (QoL) among hemodialysis patients by age. In a cross-sectional correlational study in South Korea, 175 participants from two age groups-20-59 years and 60 years and above-completed self-report questionnaires assessing demographic and health-related characteristics, eating status, subjective health status, disease-related factors, dietary knowledge, and xerostomia severity. Findings indicated that the predictors of diet-related QoL included subjective health status and regular eating status (20-59 years) and self-efficacy, attitude toward hydration behaviors, and exercise (60 years and above).

Effects of the Combination of Auricular Acupressure and a Fluid-Restriction Adherence Program on Salivary Flow Rate, Xerostomia, Fluid Control, Interdialytic Weight Gain, and Diet-Related Quality of Life in Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis.

Adherence to fluid-restriction is a clinical priority in nephrology care. This study examines the effects of a combination of auricular acupressure (AA) and a fluid-restriction adherence program on the salivary flow rate, xerostomia, fluid control, interdialytic weight gain (IDWG), and diet-related quality of life (DQOL) among hemodialysis patients in South Korea. Using a quasi-experimental design, 84 hemodialysis patients were assigned to the experimental group (AA + fluid-restriction adherence program; = 29), the comparison group (fluid-restriction adherence program; = 27), and the control group (usual care; = 28).

Predictors of posttraumatic growth of intensive care unit nurses in Korea.

Aim: Nurses working in intensive care units are repeatedly exposed to trauma (e.g., verbal or physical abuse by confused patients, and unexpected death).

Socioecological Factors Affecting Fluid Restriction Adherence Among Korean Patients Receiving Hemodialysis: A Qualitative Study.

To reduce morbidity and mortality rates, hemodialysis patients are advised to restrict their fluid intake. However, fluid restriction is the biggest stressor for the patients. This study explored the barriers and facilitators of fluid restriction among Korean hemodialysis patients.

Effects of Auricular Acupressure in Patients on Hemodialysis.

Background: Although studies on the effectiveness of self-management in limiting fluid intake in patients on hemodialysis have been conducted extensively, xerostomia, which is a powerful stimulus of fluid intake, has received scarce attention.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of a 4-week auricular acupressure treatment on xerostomia, salivary flow rate, interdialytic weight gain, constipation, and diet-related quality of life in patients on hemodialysis in Korea.

Methods: This was a randomized controlled trial.

Factors Associated With Blood Pressure Classification in Korean University Students: A Descriptive Survey.

Background: The prevalence of hypertension in young adults has increased. Hypertension is known to be a leading contributor to many diseases.

Purpose: The study aimed to identify factors influencing blood pressure (BP) classification in university students and to establish a basis for the prevention and management of hypertension in young adults.

Effects of a Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior Program on Activity Levels, Stress, Body Size, and Sleep in Sedentary Korean College Students.

This study examined the effects of a physical activity and sedentary behavior program on physical activity, sedentary behavior, stress, body size, and sleep in 63 Korean college students. This study used a quasiexperimental approach with a nonequivalent control group pretest-posttest design. The results showed that the program increased physical activity and step counts and reduced sedentary behavior, waist circumference, and stress levels.

Predictors of Sleep Quality Among Young Adults in Korea: Gender Differences.

This study was performed to identify the factors influencing gender differences in sleep quality between men and women. A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a convenience sample of 300 young adults from three Korean universities. Participants were 20-40 years of age, used smartphones, and took no sleep medication.

Predictors of Sedentary Behavior in Elderly Koreans With Hypertension.

Background: The older adults are the most sedentary of all age groups. Sedentary behavior is associated with the onset and exacerbation of hypertension and the deterioration of health in hypertensive patients.

Purpose: The aims of this study were to examine the level of sedentary behavior and to identify the factors predicting sedentary behavior in elderly Koreans with hypertension.

Sex differences in social cognitive factors and physical activity in Korean college students.

[Purpose] This study examined sex differences in physical activity and social cognitive theory factors in Korean college students. [Subjects and Methods] A cross-sectional survey of 688 college students (285 men and 403 women) in Korea was conducted using a self-reported questionnaire. [Results] There was a significant difference in the level of physical activity between male and female students.

Factors influencing BMI classifications of Korean adults.

[Purpose] This study aimed to identify factors influencing the BMI classifications of 3,583 Korean adults using data from the fifth Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. [Subjects and Methods] Measures included lifestyle factors, physiologic factors, perceived health state, stress, subjective body recognition, health-related quality of life, and weight control behavior. [Results] Body perception scores were lower with underweight and higher with overweight and obesity than with a healthy weight.

Factors affecting self-care in elderly patients with hypertension in Korea.

The objective of this study was to test nine variables which derived from the model of self-care in chronic illness and previous studies on elderly patients with hypertension. A descriptive research design was employed in this study. Totally, 306 elderly patients diagnosed with hypertension were selected from three public health centres for the study.

Use of the 5E learning cycle model combined with problem-based learning for a fundamentals of nursing course.

The 5E learning cycle model has shown a positive effect on student learning in science education, particularly in courses with theory and practice components. Combining problem-based learning (PBL) with the 5E learning cycle was suggested as a better option for students' learning of theory and practice. The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of the traditional learning method with the 5E learning cycle model with PBL.

Relationships among self-efficacy, depression, life satisfaction, and adaptation among older korean adults residing in for-profit professional nursing facilities.

Background: Adapting to a new environment is especially difficult for older adults relocating into professional nursing facilities or other specialized care centers. This relocation is a prominent life stressor in older adults.

Purpose: This study examined the self-efficacy, depression, life satisfaction, and adaptation and the relationships among these four variables of older Korean adults residing in for-profit professional nursing facilities to provide preliminary information necessary to improve nursing interventions.

A family involvement and patient-tailored health management program in elderly Korean stroke patients' day care centers.

Purpose: This study aimed to examine the effects of a family involvement and functional rehabilitation program in an adult day care center on elderly Korean stroke patients' perceived health, activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, and cost of health services, and on family caregivers' satisfaction.

Design: Using one-group pre- and posttest design, dyads consisting of 19 elderly stroke patients and family caregivers participated in 12-week intervention, including involvement of family caregivers in day care services and patient-tailored health management.

Findings: Outcomes of patients and caregivers were significantly improved (all p < .

Sedentary behavior, physical activity, and psychological health of Korean older adults with hypertension: effect of an empowerment intervention.

The aim of this study was to determine the effect of an 8-week empowerment intervention on sedentary behavior, physical activity, and psychological health in Korean older adults with hypertension. Using a quasi-experimental design, older adults participated in either an experimental group (n = 27) or control group (n = 21). The experimental group received an empowerment intervention including lifestyle modification education, group discussion, and exercise training for 8 weeks, and the control group received standard hypertension education.

Nurse-led empowerment strategies for hypertensive patients with metabolic syndrome.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare the effect of a nurse-led empowerment-based intervention to that of standard care on metabolic syndrome risk factors, self-management behaviors, and walking activity in Korean hypertensive patients.

Methods: Using a quasi-experimental design, patients participated in an experimental group (N = 30) or control group (N = 22). The experimental group received eight weekly empowerment sessions, including lifestyle modification education, empowerment group discussions, and exercise training, while the control group received standard hypertension care.