• 대한지역사회영양학회지
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• 제17권6호
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• pp.772-781
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• 2012

In order to supply the reference data to define the quality of life of the rural agricultural elderly population in the simplified steps, the data were collected by personal visits to 232 elder people over 65 (89 males and 143 females) in Sunchang area. The survey was conducted with written questionnaires concerning the quality of life, health-related habits, basic physical functions and cognitive behavior. The prevalence of the degenerative diseases were assessed by anthropometric and biochemical determinations. The averaged overall quality of life represented by EQ-5D index with Nam's model was calculated to be $0.865{\pm}0.1509$, and the percentages of people below the average were 38% (low QOL group) and 62% (high QOL group) were found to be the above the average. Generally, the subjects with male gender, higher educational background, higher self-rated health status, higher social activities were belonged to the high QOL group. The high QOL group had higher scores of daily living activities KADL and IADL, and lower risks in cognitive functions K-MMSE and depression scale GDS. There was no statistically significant correlation between biochemical indexes of blood and cognitive function and EQ-5D scores when the results were adjusted for age and gender. There were significant differences in nutritional assessment determined by the MNA between the high and low QOL groups. The low QOL group showed inferior nutritional status. The rapidly measurable factors of the quality of life of rural elderly were turned out to be physical activity scores and the simplified nutritional status measurement.

• Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
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• 제29권2호
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• pp.199-214
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• 1996

노인들의 인지기능과 우울에 관련이 있는 요인을 알아보기 위해 대전시 및 대전시의 인근지역의 노인들 729명을 대상으로 MMSE 및 GDS를 이용한 면접조사를 실시하고 자료를 분석한 결과는 다음과 같다. 1. 조사대상군의 인지기능은 정상이 56.8%, 치매가 의심되는 경도장애가 24.1%, 치매가 거의 확실 한 중증의 장애가 19.1%로 나타났으며, 인지기능에 장애가 심할수록 우울의 정도가 증가하였다. 2. 연령이 증가함에 따라 인지기능은 감소하였으며, 남자보다는 여자에서 인지기능 및 우울증상의 정도가 높게 나타났다. 3. 연령의 효과를 보정한 후 인지기능 장애여부에 관련이 있는 요인은 성, 배우자 유무, 교육정도, 과거직업, 도구적 일상생활능력, 규칙적 운동, 외출빈도와 신체적 증상 중 흉부통중, 시력 및 청력장애, 어지러움증이었다. 4. 연령효과를 보정한 후에 유의한 관련성이 있는 변수를 이용한 회귀모형에서 도구적 일상생활 능력, 연령, 시력장애, 성, 집밖 외출의 요인이 통계적 유의성을 보였다. 5. 단계적 회귀분석을 통해 우울점수에 유의한 관련성을 보인 변수는 교육수준, 집밖 외출과 직업 활동 및 집안일의 참여, 규칙적 운동, 도구적 일상생활능력, 주관적으로 평가한 본인의 건강과 영양상태, 신체적 증상으로 어지러움증, 시력장애 및 흥부통증이었다. 이상의 결과를 볼 때 조사대상 노인들에 있어서 인지 기능과 우울에 관련성이 높은 주된 특성은 신체적 활동 능력과 주관적으로 평가된 건강상태라고 볼 수 있다.

• 한국식품영양과학회지
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• 제42권9호
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• pp.1395-1404
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• 2013

본 연구에서는 2008~2009년도 국민건강영양조사 자료를 활용하여 45~60세 중년여성을 대상으로 주관적 건강상태에 따라 대상자를 분류하여 그룹 간에 생활습관, 건강특성, 영양소 섭취량 및 식사의 질에 차이가 있는지 비교하고, 주관적 건강상태와 식사의 질과의 관계를 살펴보았다. 조사대상자의 평균 나이는 $52.1{\pm}4.6$세였고, 교육수준과 월 평균 소득은 주관적 건강상태가 '좋음' 군에서 유의적으로 높았다(P<0.05). 주관적 건강상태가 '나쁨' 군의 허리둘레가 유의적으로 더 컸으며(P<0.05), 체지방률, 체질량지수는 주관적인 건강상태에 따라 유의적인 차이가 없었다. 신체활동에서도 주관적 건강상태가 '좋음' 군에서 일주일간 걷기 일 수와 신체활동 일 수 모두 유의적으로 많았다(P<0.01). 영양소 섭취량 분석 결과 주관적 건강상태가 '좋음' 군의 철(P<0.01), 인(P<0.05), 칼륨(P<0.05)과 비타민 A(P<0.05), 비타민 $B_1$(P<0.01), 비타민 $B_2$(P<0.05), 나이아신(P<0.01)의 섭취량이 유의적으로 높았다. NAR을 평가한 결과에서도 '좋음' 군의 단백질(P<0.05), 칼슘(P<0.05), 철분(P<0.05), 비타민 A(P<0.05), 비타민 $B_2$(P<0.05), 나이아신(P<0.01)의 NAR이 유의적으로 높았으며, MAR도 '좋음' 군에서 유의적으로 높았다. 단백질(P<0.05), 철(P<0.05), 비타민 $B_1$(P<0.05), 나이아신(P<0.05)의 INQ 또한 '좋음' 군에서 유의적으로 높았다. 식사의 질과 주관적 건강상태 관련성을 알아보기 위해 회귀분석을 실시한 결과 교란 인자를 보정한 후에도 MAR과 INQ는 주관적 건강상태와 유의적인 양의 관련성(P<0.001)을 보였다. 이상의 결과로 높은 식사의 질이 자기가 인식하는 주관적인 건강상태에 긍정적인 영향을 미칠 수 있으며, 중년여성의 식사의 질이 주관적 건강상태와 관련이 있는 만큼 이들 여성의 건강 증진을 위해 바람직한 식습관을 통한 식사의 질을 높일 수 있는 구체적인 식사 지침 및 식생활 교육이 마련되어야 할 것으로 사료되는 바이다.

• 한국식품영양학회지
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• 제29권3호
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• pp.392-403
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• 2016

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relations between HbA1c level and health risk factor. For analysis, 330 elderly women aged 65 years and over were recruited in Jeonla province, Korea. The subjects were classified into two groups according to their HbA1c level; the diabetic group (HbA1c level${\geq}6.5%$, n=68, 20.6%) and control group (HbA1c level<6.5%, n=262, 79.4%). Demographic characteristics were collected, as well as information on physical measurements, blood tests for biochemical indicators, a health status and health-related life style, dietary behavior, favorite food groups, consumption frequency of food groups and nutrient intake. Educational level of the diabetic group was significantly lower than that of the control group. The height of the diabetic group was shorter, and percentage fat of the diabetic group was higher than those of the control group. In the diabetic group, the higher concentrations of creatinine and activity of alkaline phosphatase were found to be significantly unfavorable factors. Therefore, the diabetic group was assumed to be at risk of decreased liver and renal function. The self-rated health level of the diabetic group has a declining tendency, while the medicine intake was significantly higher than that of the control group, but there are no significant differences in visiting frequency of hospital and community health center. The distribution of physical activity showed a significant difference between the groups. Although there are no significant differences in nutrient intake, the diabetic group had relatively inferior nutrient intake of diet, especially vitamin C, as contrasted with the control group. In conclusion, the weight control and increasing physical activity may be effective in the prevention of the diabetes and continuous education and intervention by specialized nutritionists will be needed for diabetic patients. These results could be useful to plan effective strategies to increase the health-life expectancy and the prevention of the diabetes of Korean elderly people living in rural areas.

• 근관절건강학회지
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• 제28권2호
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• pp.152-160
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• 2021

Purpose: This study, using the International Classification for Nursing Practice, aimed to identify the phenomenon of family nursing care, and the factors affecting it, for high-risk and frail older persons who have a significant need for home healthcare services. Methods: This study was conducted using secondary data collected by students who interviewed 93 healthcare subjects in a health center. The data was used to analyze the general characteristics, health-related characteristics, and confirmed problems of family nursing phenomena of the subjects. Independant t-test, Pearson correlation coefficient, and multiple linear regression were used for the data analysis. Results: The mean age of the subjects was 82.4±6.3 years. The most common problem of the family nursing phenomenon were unhealthy lifestyle, disturbance in family communication, and lack of family interaction in the community. People with greater family nursing phenomenon problems reported a higher degree of frailty and depression, lower quality of life and self-rated health. The factors that influence the family nursing phenomenon of frail older persons are the problems of mobility and hearing. Conclusion: Physical and psychological problems associated with aging can cause not only personal, but family functional problems as well. Therefore, a comprehensive family-oriented support program is required.

• Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention
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• 제15권18호
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• pp.7539-7545
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• 2014

Background: It has been proved that participating in exercise improves colorectal cancer patients' prognosis. This study is to identify barriers to exercise in Korean colorectal cancer patients and survivors. Materials and Methods: A total of 427 colorectal cancer patients and survivors from different stages and medical status completed a self-administered questionnaire that surveyed their barriers to exercise and exercise participation. Results: The greatest perceived exercise barriers for the sampled population as a whole were fatigue, low level of physical fitness, and poor health. Those under 60-years old reported lack of time (p=0.008), whereas those over 60 reported low level of physical fitness (p=0.014) as greater exercise barriers than their counterparts. Women reported fatigue as a greater barrier than men (p<0.001). Those who were receiving treatment rated poor health (p=0.0005) and cancer-related factors as greater exercise barriers compared to those who were not receiving treatment. A multivariate model found that other demographic and medical status were not potential factors that may affect exercise participation. Further, for those who were not participating in physical activity, tendency to be physically inactive (p<0.001) and lack of exercise skill (p<0.001) were highly significant barriers, compared to those who were participating in physical activity. Also, for those who were not meeting ACSM guidelines, cancer-related exercise barriers were additionally reported (p<0.001), compared to those who were. Conclusions: Our study suggests that fatigue, low level of physical fitness, and poor health are most reported exercise barriers for Korean colorectal cancer survivors and there are differences in exercise barriers by age, sex, treatment status, and physical activity level. Therefore, support for cancer patients should be provided considering these variables to increase exercise participation.

• Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention
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• 제14권1호
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• pp.75-80
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• 2013

Background: Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in females in Sri Lanka and early detection can lead to reduction in morbidity and mortality. Aim: To evaluate selected aspects of breast cancer early detection services implemented through well woman clinics (WWCs) in the Gampaha District. Methods: The study consisted of two components. A retrospective descriptive arm assessed clinical breast examination (CBE) coverage of target age group women (TGW) of 35-59 years in all the WWCs in Gampaha district over 2003-2007. A cross sectional descriptive study additionally assessed quality of breast cancer early detection services. The Lot Quality Assurance Sampling (LQAS) technique was used to decide on the lot size and threshold values, which were computed as twenty and six clinics. Checklists were employed in assessing coverage, physical facilities and clinic activities. Client satisfaction on WWC services was assessed among 200 TGW attending 20 WWCs using an interviewer-administered questionnaire. Results: CBE coverage in the Gampaha district increased only from 1.1-2.2% over 2003-2007. With regard to physical facilities, the number of clinics that were rated substandard varied between 7-18 (35-90%). The items that were lacking included dust bins, notice boards, stationary, furniture and linen, and cleanliness of outside premises and toilets. With regard to clinic activities, punctuality of staff, late commencement of clinics, provision of health education, supervision, CBE and breast self-examination (BSE) were substandard in 7-20 clinics (35-100%). Client satisfaction for WWC services was 45.2% (IQR: 38.7-54.8%) and only 11% had a score of ${\geq}70%$, the cut off set for satisfaction. Conclusions: Breast cancer early detection service coverage in the Gampaha district remained low (2.2%) in 2007, 11 years after commencing WWCs. All 20 clinics were substandard for overall CBE and BSE.

• 한국식품영양학회지
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• 제27권5호
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• pp.940-955
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• 2014

The purpose of this study was to compare the degree nutrient intake, health status and other characteristics of females aged 65 years and over in a longevity area according to family arrangement. For analysis, 585 female elderly were recruited from the Kugoksoondam area (Kurye, Goksung, Soonchang and Damyang counties), known as the longevity-belt region in Jeonla province, Korea. The subjects were categorized into three groups according to family arrangement (living alone, living with spouse only and living with family). Demographic characteristics were collected, as well as information on physical measurements, blood tests for biochemical indicators, health status and health-related life style, dietary behavior, favorite food groups, consumption frequency of food groups, nutrient intake and mini nutrition assessment. In the group living with their spouse only, the highest education, physical activity, diverse food intake, frequency of eating meats and fish, energy and nutrients intake, and score on the mininutrient status assessment (MNA) were found to be significantly favorable factors. Taken together, these results demonstrated that the group living with their spouse only had relatively superior nutrient intake and the quality of diet. In contrast, the group living alone showed the lowest self-rated economic status, diversity of food intake, and physical activity, with the highest frequency of drinking, smoking and regular exercise for almost everyday compared with the other groups. On the other hand, those living with family demonstrated the lowest intake of supplements or functional foods, and levels of hemoglobin hematocrit MCH, but the highest HBA1c and blood sugar. Therefore, the group living with family was assumed to be at risk of anemia and diabetes. These results could be useful to plan effective strategies to increase the health-life expectancy of Korean elderly people living in rural areas, according to family arrangement.

• 한국식품영양학회지
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• 제32권3호
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• pp.189-201
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• 2019

The objective of this study was to investigate the health status and nutritional intake of the old population living in Soonchang, Jeollabuk-do, Korea. 69 subjects aged 65 years and older were recruited in July 2016. The WHR, was significantly higher in elderly male group than elderly female group (p<0.05), but both groups had abdominal obesity (0.85 and over). T-score mean of elderly male and female groups were below $-2.5mg/cm^3$ that they were osteoporotic. In the elderly male group, the higher concentrations of creatinine, homocysteine and uric acid were found to be significantly unfavorable factors (p<0.001, respectively). The blood vitamin $D_3$ levels of elderly male group was significantly higher than that of elderly female group (p<0.05). The physical activity and self-rated health were significantly higher in elderly male group than in elderly female group (p<0.05, p<0.01, respectively). The nutrient intakes of male group were found to be significantly favorable factors than in female group. The score of mini nutrition assessment was significantly lower in elderly female group than in the elderly male group. These results could be useful to plan effective strategies to increase the health-life expectancy and the prevention of disease of Korean elderly people living in rural areas.

• 농촌의학ㆍ지역보건
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• 제25권1호
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• pp.85-98
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• 2000

농촌지역 60세 이상 노인 922명을 대상으로 CES-D(Center for Epidemiological Studies-Depression Scales)를 이용하여 우울증의 유병률을 구하고 우울증과 관련이 있는 요인을 조사하였다. 결과는 다음과 같다. 1. 60세이상 노인의 우울증 유병률은 남자 14.6%, 여자 24.4%로 전체적으로 20.5%로 나타났다. 2. 연령이 증가함에 따라 우울증 유병률은 증가하였으며 무학군과 배우자가 없는 군에서 우울증 유병률이 높았다. 3. 생활습관별로는 과거 및 현재 음주 또는 흡연군과 수면시간이 짧은 군, 신체적 운동을 안하는 군에서 우울증 유병률이 높았다. 4. 만성질환을 가진군과 자신의 건강상태가 나쁘다고 응답한 군, 마른 체형에서 우울증 유병률이 높았다. 5. 우울에 영향을 미치는 변수를 알아보기 위해 로지스틱 회귀분석을 시행한 결과 성별, 교육정도, 신체적 운동, 건강인지도, 현재의 체형에 대한 인식이 유의한 요인으로 나타났다. 이상의 결과는 노인들의 우울에 영향을 주는 요인이 인구사회학적, 신체적 요인임을 알 수 있어 향후 노인정신건강과 복지대책을 수립할 때 이러한 요인이 고려되어야 할 것으로 판단된다.