[Physical characteristics of female nursing students in the first year at university]
Fumio Yamazaki1, Sachiko Morikawa
1Division of Human, Information and Life Sciences, School of Health Sciences, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Japan, Yahatanishi-ku, Kitakyushu 807-8555, Japan.
Abstract:
We measured the physique and physical fitness of 528 first year female nursing students in order to develop a plan for the health education and health promotion of nursing students. We also conducted a questionnaire survey of their health condition and athletic activities. The results showed that, compared to the national average for the same age group, the female nursing students had lower body weight, greater agility, and less muscle strength. In addition, they had little experience of athletic activities in junior and senior high school, and a high percentage of them were concerned about their physical fitness.
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