Factores de riesgo de enfermedades crónicas no transmisibles en estudiantes que ingresan a la carrera de enfermería en Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the presence of risk factors for chronic non-communicable diseases among students enrolled in the Nursing School of Victoria, Tamaulipas, for the period of January-May, 2016. Methods: Descriptive, transversal study including 139 newly enrolled students from a Nursing School. Students were evaluated at the beginning of the school period. Health data were obtained from the students' individual clinical files. Results: Blood pressure and body mass index values were within normal ranges. Most students did not perform a physical activity; 24.5% had a family history of diabetes mellitus and 13.7% of arterial hypertension. Conclusions: Although results indicate that the new student population have a good health condition, it is necessary to reinforce good lifestyles, such as physical activity and good nutrition, to prevent the appearance of chronic non-communicable diseases. (Hosp Med