DETERMINING THE EFFECT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING PRACTICES ON IMMIGRANT WOMEN'S QUALITY OF LIFE AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLE BEHAVIORS

Abstract

Immigrant health has been one of the most important health problems in recent years. Therefore, immigrant health should be supported by primary health care. The objective of this study is to be able to understand the power of the nurses working in primary health care services in protection and development of immigrant women’s health. Research sample included 24 immigrant women. The practice lasted for 3 months. The research teams have visited the homes of the women once a week. Total score average of the women was found as 95.45±15.31 before performing the Healthy Lifestyle Behavior Scale (HLBS). After performing the HLBS the total score was found as 115.88±18.19. The score average after HLBS was found statistically significant and higher when compared to the before (p<0.00). Significant positive development was also observed in the mental and physical aspects, which are components of the quality of life of women. Consequently, the health training given and interventions performed by home visits affected to healthy lifestyle behavior and life quality in a positive way.