The effects of “Workplace Health Promotion Program” in nurses: A randomized controlled trial and one-year follow-up

Abstract

In this study, the authors examined the effects of the “Workplace Health Promotion Program” (WHPP) on pain, fatigue, stress, professional quality of life (Pro-QoL), and coping skills for nurses. The authors conducted a randomized control trial in 30 nurses who agreed to participate in this study. Progressive relaxation training, posture and breath exercises, and ergonomic suggestions as a WHPP were applied to the intervention group (n = 15) during the five weeks. The intervention group showed decrease in pain (p = .001), fatigue (p = .001), and stress levels (p = .003) and increase in coping skills and Pro-QoL (p < .05). In contrast, the authors observed no improvement in the control group. The authors concluded at the end of the study that WHPP remains effective in nurses.

Disclosure statement

The authors confirm that there is no conflict of interest.

Data Access and Responsibility

The principals’ investigator, Gokcen Akyurek, had full access to all of the data in the study and takes responsibility for the integrity of the data and accuracy of the data analysis.