Department of Nursing, Chung-Ang University, 84, Heukseok-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul, 06974, Republic of Korea.
Sci Rep. 2024 Sep 11;14(1):21244. doi: 10.1038/s41598-024-72401-3.
We aimed to investigate the association between health-related behaviors and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) among Korean adults. A cross-sectional design using national open data was employed. Data from 8,096 adults aged 40 years and above who participated in the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey between 2019 and 2021 were analyzed. The participants' OSA risk level was assessed using the STOP-Bang questionnaire. A logistic regression analysis was performed to investigate the association between health-related behaviors and high risk for OSA. The association between health-related behaviors and OSA risk remained significant for former smokers (OR = 1.643) and high-risk drinking (OR = 1.365), after adjusting for variables that showed significant differences in general and metabolic characteristics. Implementing lifestyle modifications is crucial for mitigating the health and societal impact of OSA. Understanding and addressing modifiable risk factors, including high-risk drinking and smoking, should be prioritized in nursing intervention. Nursing interventions are critical for preventing and managing OSA among Korean adults. Prioritizing high-risk behaviors through cessation programs and education is essential. Vulnerability of individuals living alone must be addressed through community outreach and support services. Emphasizing routine screenings for pre-hypertension and pre-diabetes, promoting balanced nutrition, and encouraging physical activity are crucial.
本研究旨在探讨韩国成年人健康相关行为与阻塞性睡眠呼吸暂停（OSA）的相关性。采用横断面设计，利用全国公开数据进行分析。研究对象为 2019 年至 2021 年参加韩国国家健康与营养调查的 8096 名 40 岁及以上成年人。采用 STOP-Bang 问卷评估参与者的 OSA 风险水平。采用 logistic 回归分析探讨健康相关行为与 OSA 高风险的相关性。在校正一般和代谢特征存在显著差异的变量后，发现与 OSA 风险相关的健康相关行为仍然显著，包括前吸烟者（OR=1.643）和高风险饮酒者（OR=1.365）。实施生活方式改变对于减轻 OSA 的健康和社会影响至关重要。在护理干预中，应优先考虑理解和解决可改变的危险因素，包括高风险饮酒和吸烟。护理干预对于预防和管理韩国成年人的 OSA 至关重要。通过戒烟计划和教育来优先考虑高风险行为至关重要。必须关注独居个体的脆弱性，并提供社区外展和支持服务。强调高血压前期和糖尿病前期的常规筛查、促进均衡营养和鼓励体育锻炼至关重要。
