ABSTRACT

This study examined the current status and interrelationships among self-care agency, occupational safety behavior, and e-health literacy of Chinese nursing interns. A mixed-method research design was employed, incorporating descriptive and correlational quantitative approaches as well as thematic qualitative analysis. Through stratified random sampling, a total of 253 third-year nursing interns from Changji Vocational and Technical College participated in the study. Data were collected using validated questionnaires and interview guides. Results indicated that Chinese nursing interns exhibit a low level of self-care agency, very high occupational safety behavior, and high e-health literacy. Statistical analysis revealed significant negative correlations between self-care agency and both occupational safety behavior (except for the physical aspect in poor health) and e-health literacy. In contrast, occupational safety behavior and e-health literacy were positively correlated across all dimensions. The study highlights the importance of balancing self-care with professional demands for nursing interns and emphasizes the necessity of tailored educational programs and support systems to develop well-rounded nursing professionals in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Keywords: Self-care agency, occupational safety behavior, e-health literacy, chinese nursing interns
https://doi.org/10.57180/tdrl5781