Daytime Sleepiness in Men During Early Fatherhood: Implications for Work Safety
This study measured the daytime sleepiness (DS) and work safety of fathers during the first 12 weeks of their babies’ lives (i.e., early fatherhood). A questionnaire was developed using the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), the Safety Behaviour at Work Scale, a self-reported sleep history, and a work-related incident history. Of the 221 participants, the vast majority reported they experienced less than 6 hours of interrupted sleep per night during the 12 weeks of the study, and an increasing frequency and severity of DS. The study also revealed an inverse correlation between ESS and Safety Behaviour at Work scores; fa...
Source: Workplace Health and Safety - October 22, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Mellor, G., Van Vorst, S. Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research
Competencies in Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing
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Source: Workplace Health and Safety - October 22, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Tags: Professionalism Source Type: research
AAOHN Competencies
This article provides a description of the process used to update the competencies, as well as a description of the new competencies. (Source: Workplace Health and Safety)
Source: Workplace Health and Safety - October 22, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Tags: Professionalism Source Type: research
Understanding GINA and How GINA Affects Nurses
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) is a federal law that became fully effective in 2009 and is intended to prevent employers and health insurers from discriminating against individuals based on their genetic or family history. The article discusses the sections of GINA, what information constitutes genetic information, who enforces GINA, and scenarios in which GINA does not apply. Also discussed are the instances in which an employer may request genetic information from employees, including wellness or genetic monitoring programs. Finally, the article offers a look at how GINA affects nurses who are admin...
Source: Workplace Health and Safety - October 22, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Delk, K. L. Tags: Professional Practice Source Type: research
Global Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis (TB) infections remain a common but deadly disease. TB control in health care and correctional settings presents numerous public health challenges for occupational and correctional health nurses. (Source: Workplace Health and Safety)
Source: Workplace Health and Safety - September 29, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Phillips, J. A. Tags: Current Topics Source Type: research
Yoga for Self-Care and Burnout Prevention Among Nurses
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Source: Workplace Health and Safety - September 29, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Tags: CE Module Source Type: research
Yoga for Self-Care and Burnout Prevention Among Nurses
The promotion of self-care and the prevention of burnout among nurses is a public health priority. Evidence supports the efficacy of yoga to improve physical and mental health outcomes, but few studies have examined the influence of yoga on nurse-specific outcomes. The purpose of this pilot-level randomized controlled trial was to examine the efficacy of yoga to improve self-care and reduce burnout among nurses. Compared with controls (n = 20), yoga participants (n = 20) reported significantly higher self-care as well as less emotional exhaustion and depersonalization upon completion of an 8-week yoga intervention. Althoug...
Source: Workplace Health and Safety - September 29, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Alexander, G. K., Rollins, K., Walker, D., Wong, L., Pennings, J. Tags: Continuing Education Source Type: research
An Investigation of Organizational and Regulatory Discourses of Workplace Bullying
This article presents the findings of a study that used critical discourse analysis to examine the language used in policies written by health care organizations and regulatory agencies to regulate workplace bullying. The findings suggest that the discussion of workplace bullying overlaps with discussions of disruptive behaviors and harassment. This lack of conceptual clarity can create difficulty for managers in identifying, naming, and disciplining incidents of workplace bullying. The documents also primarily discussed workplace bullying as a patient safety concern. This language is in conflict with organizations attendi...
Source: Workplace Health and Safety - September 29, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Johnson, S. L., Boutain, D. M., Tsai, J. H.- C., de Castro, A. B. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
The Effect of Assertiveness Training on the Mobbing That Nurses Experience
This study was conducted in two phases. In the first phase, 218 nurses completed the mobbing scale; the education group consisted of 38 nurses who received a score at or above 204 points. A total of 180 nurses were excluded from the education group because they received less than 204 points. The study was conducted with 30 nurses because 8 nurses did not agree to participate in the study. The 30 nurses received the assertiveness training program. Six months after training, the nurses completed the mobbing scale and Rathus Assertiveness Inventory (RAI) again. The assertiveness training positively affected the assertiveness ...
Source: Workplace Health and Safety - September 29, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Asi Karakas, S., Okanli, A. e. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Effects of an 8-Week Outdoor Brisk Walking Program on Fatigue in Hi-Tech Industry Employees: A Randomized Control Trial
Over 73% of hi-tech industry employees in Taiwan lack regular exercise. They are exposed to a highly variable and stressful work environment for extended periods of time, and may subsequently experience depression, detrimental to workers’ physiological and mental health. In this cross-sectional survey, the authors explored the effect of an 8-week brisk walking program on the fatigue of employees in the hi-tech industry. The participants, from a hi-tech company in northern Taiwan, were randomly assigned to an experimental group (EG; 41 subjects, Mage = 33.34 ± 6.40) or control group (CG; 45 subjects, Mage = 29....
Source: Workplace Health and Safety - September 29, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Wu, L.-L., Wang, K.-M., Liao, P.-I., Kao, Y.-H., Huang, Y.-C. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Poster Presentations From the 2015 AAOHN Annual Meeting in Boston
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Source: Workplace Health and Safety - September 29, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Tags: Poster Presentations Source Type: research
An Overview of Metformin and Implications in the Workplace
Diabetes mellitus is expensive; one of the top 10 most costly health concerns for employers. Individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) who achieve glycemic targets through healthy lifestyles and appropriate glucose-lowering agents lessen diabetes-related complications. The purpose of this article is to provide a brief review of a first-line agent used in treating T2DM, the biguanide metformin hydrochloride. Implications for health providers who assist employees who use metformin also are addressed. (Source: Workplace Health and Safety)
Source: Workplace Health and Safety - September 29, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Grant, J. S., Steadman, L. A. Tags: Professional Practice Source Type: research
Walkability Audit Tool
Walking is one of the simplest lifestyle changes workers can make to improve their health. Research shows a wealth of health benefits. Often, occupational and environmental health nurses are in charge of implementing walking programs. A tool is needed to continuously improve a company’s walking program whether in the beginning stages or to an already established program. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Walkability Audit Tool for a healthier worksite is an easy seven-step audit tool that occupational and environmental health nurses can easily implement. (Source: Workplace Health and Safety)
Source: Workplace Health and Safety - August 19, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Smith, L. Tags: Current Topics Source Type: research
Response to "Needlestick Injuries Among Nurses and Risk for HIV"
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Source: Workplace Health and Safety - August 19, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Zhang, X., Gu, Y., Cui, M., Stallones, L., Xiang, H. Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research
Needlestick Injuries Among Nurses and Risk for HIV
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Source: Workplace Health and Safety - August 19, 2015 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Tin, S. S., Wiwanitkit, V. Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research
