Relationship between health locus of control and health-related behaviors of nurse practitioners
Abstract
Nurse practitioners (NPs) are experienced nurses with the education and clinical
experience to instruct and counsel individuals and their families regarding healthy
lifestyle behaviors. Nurse practitioners have great influence on their ability to be positive
role models. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between health
locus of control (HLC) and health-related behaviors.
A descriptive-correlation design was used in this quantitative study. Using
systematic sampling, 100 members of the Wisconsin Advanced Nurses Association
were selected. Three instruments were mailed to participants. Fifty-nine NPs returned
the instruments for a response rate of 59%. Pearson's rwas used to identify the
relationship between the variables. The theoretical framework selected as Pender's
Health Promotion Model.
Internal health locus of control (IHLC), the tendency to perceive responsibility for
one's health lies with the individual, scored consistently higher by participants. The
IHLC had a mean of 27.1 and a standard deviation of 4.0. Participants identified
themselves as participating often in interpersonal relations (r = .49, P~ .026), spiritual
growth (r =.49, P~ .001), and stress management (r =32, P ~ .013). The researcher
concluded that NPs have control over their own health and often find peace within
themselves, have meaningful and fulfilling relationships, and find time for relaxation each
day.
Subject
Self-care, health
Attitude to health
Health Knowledge and Practice
Locus of control
Permanent Link
http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1793/34340Description
A Clinical Paper Submitted in partial Fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
-- University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, 2008
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