Journal of Fundamental Nursing Science
Health-Promoting Behaviors and Experiences of Korean Oceangoing Seafarers: A Mixed-Methods Study
Purpose: This study aimed to identify factors associated with health-promoting behaviors among Korean oceangoing seafarers using a quantitative approach and to explore their experiences of health-promoting behaviors using a qualitative approach. Methods: A mixed-methods design was used. Quantitative data were collected from 132 Korean oceangoing seafarers, all of whom were male, with a mean age of 48.4 years. Structured questionnaires were used to measure health-promoting behaviors, hardiness, self-efficacy, and so …