Sitting Time: An Increasing Heath Risk Among Nurse Educators

Abstract

Prolonged sitting time (ST) is a distinct risk factor for early mortality and cardiovascular disease. The purpose of this descriptive correlational study was to examine ST and health of Kentucky nurse educators. The written survey included demographic items, general health items, and ST. Total average ST was 10.8 hours (workdays) and 8 hours (non-workdays). There was no relationship between body mass index and ST; however, the medication used to treat hypertension and hypercholesterolemia was associated with increased ST. Nurse educators are at risk for negative health effects of prolonged ST, and effective interventions are imperative.

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Effectiveness of an Occupational Well-being Intervention Among Nurse Educators

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“… 15 , 16 Nurse educators face health problems due to long working hours and prolonged sitting time, needing extra physical activity. 17 Recovery during working hours is possible when engaging in activities promoting psychological detachment and relaxation where psychophysiological functioning returns to a level where there are no stressors. 18 In previous studies, relaxation during breaks, exposure to nature, and short detachment exercises have been shown to generate recovery.…”