Participants and Procedures
This study utilized a qualitative content
analysis design involving semi-structured
interviews to explore the risk perception of
nonspecific LBP among nurses. Interviews
were carried out between September-October
2012 to February-March 2013. Purposeful
sampling technique was employed. The
sample size was determined when data saturation
was confirmed; as a result, thirty nurses
were entered through purposive sampling.
Including criteria were having at least 1-year
work experience in nursing, BS (Bachelor of
sciences) or MS (Master of Science) degree,
and consent to participate in this research.