Sitting Time: An Increasing Heath Risk Among Nurse Educators.

Area of Science:

• Occupational Health
• Public Health
• Nursing Education

Background:

• Prolonged sitting time (ST) is a significant risk factor for mortality and cardiovascular disease.
• The health implications of sedentary behavior are well-documented across various populations.
• Understanding ST in specific professional groups is crucial for targeted health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the extent of ST among nurse educators in Kentucky.
• To examine the relationship between ST and general health indicators in this population.
• To identify potential health risks associated with ST in nurse educators.

Main Methods:

• A descriptive correlational study design was employed.
• Data were collected using a written survey.
• The survey included demographic information, general health status, and questions about ST.

Main Results:

• The average ST was 10.8 hours on workdays and 8 hours on non-workdays.
• No significant relationship was found between body mass index (BMI) and ST.
• Medication use for hypertension and hypercholesterolemia was associated with higher ST.

Conclusions:

• Nurse educators face elevated risks for adverse health outcomes due to prolonged ST.
• Interventions to reduce ST in this professional group are necessary.
• Further research should explore specific strategies to mitigate the health risks of sedentary behavior in nurse educators.