Research in Community and Public Health Nursing

Seon Young Hwang

5 Articles

A Comparison of the Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease and Lifestyle Habits by Disability Status and Type of Disability in Korean Adults: A Propensity Score Matching Analysis: Oh Jong Choi, Seon Young Hwang; J Korean Acad Community Health Nurs. 2020;31(Suppl):534-548. Published online December 31, 2020; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12799/jkachn.2020.31.S.534

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Purpose
This study was conducted to evaluate the prevalence and lifestyle habits of cardiovascular disease (CVD) according to the type of disability in Korean adults compared to adults without disability.
Methods
This study was secondary data analysis using the National Health check-up database from 2010 to 2013. Among the total 395,627 adults aged 30~80, the physically disabled (n=21,614) and the mentally disabled (n=1,448) who met the diagnosis criteria were extracted and compared with non-disabled (n=372,565) through 1:2 propensity score matching for nine characteristics.
Results
Prior to matching, the prevalence of CVD was 34.4% in individuals without disabilities, accounting for 53.8% in those with physical disabilities and 22.4% in those with mental disabilities, showing significant differences between groups (p<.001). After matching, compared to the individuals without disability, those with physically disabled had significantly higher prevalence of CVD and the average number of CVD (p<.001). The prevalence of hypertension, diabetes, and vascular disease was significantly higher in the physically disabled (p<.05). Drinking was significantly higher in the non-disabled than in the physically and mentally disabled, and smoking was more in the non-disabled than in the mentally disabled. Physical activity was found to be significantly less in both the physically and mentally disabled than in the non-disabled (p<.01).
Conclusion
It is necessary to confirm the differences in the prevalence of CVD risk factors and lifestyle according to the type of disability, suggesting the development and verification of health promotion programs including physical activity for CVD prevention in the disabled with CVD risk factors.

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The delivery of healthy lifestyle interventions for people with disability living in supported accommodation: a scoping review of intervention efficacy and consumer involvement
Kostas Hatzikiriakidis, Darshini Ayton, Amanda O'Connor, Sarah Carmody, Luke Patitsas, Helen Skouteris, Rachael Green
Disability and Health Journal.2023; 16(2): 101444. CrossRef
Comparison of Sleep Disturbance, Physical Activity, and Health-Related Quality of Life According to Depressive Symptoms in Patients with Metabolic Syndrome: A Secondary Analysis from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey Using a Prope
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Association between Light Intensity Physical Activity and All-cause Mortality in Older Adults with Physical Disability
Inhwan Lee, Hyunsik Kang
Exercise Science.2022; 31(3): 337. CrossRef

Concept Analysis of Health Literacy for Patients with Cardiovascular Disease using Hybrid Model: Jeong Eun Sim, Seon Young Hwang; J Korean Acad Community Health Nurs. 2019;30(4):494-507. Published online December 31, 2019; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12799/jkachn.2019.30.4.494

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PURPOSE
The purpose of this study is to provide a clear definition of the health literacy for patients with cardiovascular disease by analyzing the dimensions and properties using Hybrid concept analysis.
METHODS
The concept of health literacy of patients with cardiovascular disease was analyzed according to the cyclic process of theoretical phase-field work phase-final analysis phase presented in the Hybrid model. We reviewed 26 literatures and conducted in-depth interviews with 13 patients with cardiovascular disease.
RESULTS
The concept of health literacy in cardiovascular patients is derived from two dimensions and five attributes. Literacy skills, health information search ability and health information utilization skills were derived as attributes in the individual functional dimension, while active communication with the medical team and utilization of health information support resources were derived at the interrelational dimension. It is defined as the individualized and integrated ability of an individual to explore and utilize the various health information needed to make appropriate health decisions during the chronic course after diagnosis of cardiovascular disease, to communicate proactively with medical staffs and to utilize support resources.
CONCLUSION
This study will contribute to the development and related research of health literacy measurement tools that can be used in cardiovascular nursing practice based on the attributes and indicators of health literacy for patients with cardiovascular disease.

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Hypertension literacy: Concept analysis
Kennedy Diema Konlan, Hyeonkyeong Lee, Eun Kyoung Choi
Nursing Open.2023; 10(9): 6078. CrossRef

Experiences of Overcoming Alcoholism in Alcoholics' Female Spouses Using Al-Anon: Jeong Eun Sim, Seon Young Hwang; J Korean Acad Community Health Nurs. 2018;29(2):194-205. Published online June 30, 2018; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12799/jkachn.2018.29.2.194

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PURPOSE
The aim of this study is to investigate and elucidate actual experiences of alcoholics' spouses using familial social gatherings.
METHODS
A total of nine women whose alcoholic husbands were attending Al-Anon meetings held in Y Cathedral in S District of Seoul were included in this study. Data collection of this study was conducted through in-depth interviews with participants from September 24 to November 30, 2015. Data analysis was conducted at the same time as the data collection, and analysis was performed according to the method suggested by Colaizzi(1978).
RESULTS
We categorized the participants' experiences into five themes including â€˜Trapped in a Deep Dark Tunnelâ€™, â€˜Life of Walking in an Endless Tunnelâ€™, â€˜Reaching a Dead Endâ€™, â€˜Walking towards a Ray of Lightâ€™, â€˜Finding Oneself on a Strange Pathâ€™.
CONCLUSION
The results of this study provide an understanding of the essential structure of the life experiences of alcoholic spouses using familial social gatherings.

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Exploration of the Lives of Women with ACOAs Living with an Alcoholic Spouse: A Life History Theory Approach
Yoonwoo Ko, Mihyoung Lee, Eunjin Lee, Heekyun Kim, Sihyun Park, Seung Woo Choi
Journal of Korean Academy of psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing.2021; 30(3): 220. CrossRef

Development and Effect of a Global Health Capacity Building Program for Nursing Students: Seon Young Hwang, Jin Sun Kim, Hyun Mi Ahn, Sun Joo Kang; J Korean Acad Community Health Nurs. 2015;26(3):209-220. Published online September 30, 2015; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12799/jkachn.2015.26.3.209

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PURPOSE
This study developed a short-term education program aiming to strengthen global health capacity in nursing students, and examined the effects of the program.
METHODS
The subjects of this study were 83 students recruited from 29 nursing colleges. Domestic workshops and overseas training in the Philippines were offered. For data collection and analysis, the triangulation method was adopted.
RESULTS
Students' critical thinking disposition and global leadership capacity were significantly increased. Thematic content analysis derived fifteen themes: expansion of global health, understanding of cultural diversity, vision of being a global leader, cultivation of communication skills, open mind toward people with different culture, pride and vocation, understanding of nursing in foreign countries, understanding of visiting nurse service, sustainability, understanding of local needs and environments, and education methods with an emphasis on participants, broader view and thinking of the world, reflection on the characteristics of a nurse, development through cooperation, and development through programs.
CONCLUSION
The global health capacity building program improved nursing students' view of global health and nursing care. It is needed to develop continuously diverse global health capacity-building programs for nursing students.

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An Online International Collaborative Learning Program During the COVID-19 Pandemic for Nursing Students: Mixed Methods Study
Dukyoo Jung, Jennie C De Gagne, Eunju Choi, Kyuri Lee
JMIR Medical Education.2022; 8(1): e34171. CrossRef
Development and Evaluation of the Course on Global Health Nursing for Indian Nursing Students
Vasuki Rajaguru, Jina Oh, Mihae Im
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.2022; 19(4): 1978. CrossRef
Factors Affecting the Global Health and Cultural Competencies of Nursing Students
Mi-Kyoung Cho, Mi Young Kim
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.2022; 19(7): 4109. CrossRef
Global health curricula in Korean nursing schools: Focusing on the changes since 2015
Sujin Lee, Ju Young Yoon
The Journal of Korean Academic Society of Nursing Education.2022; 28(1): 27. CrossRef
Nursing students’ experiences of a global outreach program: A mixed-method study
Sook Ja Yang, Chiyoung Cha, Hyerim Lee, Sookyung Jeong
Nurse Education in Practice.2021; 50: 102927. CrossRef
Development and effectiveness of a global health competency promotion program for Korean undergraduate nursing students
Mi‐Kyoung Cho, Mi‐Young Choi
Nursing Open.2021; 8(6): 3086. CrossRef
A systematic review and meta‐analysis of the effects of global health competency improvement programs on nurses and nursing students
Jiwon Kang, Jeongeun Song, Wonjung Noh
Journal of Advanced Nursing.2020; 76(7): 1552. CrossRef
Development and Application of a Program for Reinforcing Global Health Competencies in University Nursing Students
Won Ju Hwang, Hyun Hee Jo
Frontiers in Public Health.2020;[Epub] CrossRef
Análise da efetividade do estágio prático internacional de enfermagem em relação ao estágio prático nacional de enfermagem
Esther O. Park
Acta Paulista de Enfermagem.2019; 32(2): 153. CrossRef
Capacity Development in an Undergraduate Nursing Program in Vietnam
Sunjoo Kang, Thi Thuy Trang Ho, Thi Anh Phuong Nguyen
Frontiers in Public Health.2018;[Epub] CrossRef
An Effective Model for Improving Global Health Nursing Competence
Sun-Joo Kang
Frontiers in Public Health.2016;[Epub] CrossRef

Knowledge on Cardiovascular Prevention and Nicotine Dependency among Smoking Male College Students: Seon Young Hwang, Kyong Ok Park; J Korean Acad Community Health Nurs. 2014;25(2):75-84. Published online June 30, 2014; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12799/jkachn.2014.25.2.75

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PURPOSE
This study aimed to identify the level of knowledge on preventing cardiovascular disease (CVD) and nicotine dependency among smoking male college students, and to examine the predicting factors of nicotine dependency.
METHODS
This study was conducted as cross-sectional descriptive research using structured questionnaires. Data were collected from 411 smoking male college students (22.5+/-2.59 yr) at two universities located in two cities in Korea from September 2012 to April 2013. Logistic regression analysis was performed to estimate age-adjusted odds ratios of nicotine dependency.
RESULTS
The mean value of nicotine dependency was 4.2+/-1.96 and the percentage of participants who had strong nicotine dependency (> or =7) was 10.7%. Logistic regression analysis showed that, when adjustment was made for age, nicotine dependency was predicted by the frequency of alcohol drinking (> or =3 times/week), knowledge on CVD prevention, the age starting drinking, and the total length of smoking.
CONCLUSION
Nicotine dependency was strongly related to the frequency of drinking alcohol and lower knowledge on CVD prevention. Therefore, male college students who have a dependent smoking habit and drink alcohol frequently need to take more interest in health through educational counseling to modify their lifestyle behaviors and to have preventive knowledge related to CVD.

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