Rev Bras Med Trab
Associate Graduate Program in Nursing, University of Pernambuco (Universidade de Pernambuco - UEPB) - Campina Grande (PB), Brazil.
Published: September 2017
Background: The quality of work life (QWL) of individuals with physical disabilities is not satisfactory.
Objective: To investigate the relationship between sociodemographic factors and QWL among individuals with physical disabilities.
Methods: Cross-sectional study with quantitative approach conducted in 2014 at two institutions that help individuals with disabilities find jobs. A total of 38 subjects who responded a sociodemographic questionnaire and a QWL scale participated in the study. Cronbach's alpha, χ and Fisher's tests were performed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The ethical requirements in force were met.
Results: The internal consistency of the scale used was satisfactory (α=0.792); relative to QWL, 44.7% (n=17) participants reported dissatisfaction. Association was found between QWL and sociodemographic factors income (p=0.010), education (p=0.036) and race (p=0.027).
Conclusion: The participants' QWL was not satisfactory and was influenced by sociodemographic factors.
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http://dx.doi.org/10.5327/Z1679443520170008 | DOI Listing |
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