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ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Criteria to evaluate the quality of alginate wound dressings
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(4):e20201091
07-14-2021
Resumo
ORIGINAL ARTICLECriteria to evaluate the quality of alginate wound dressings
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(4):e20201091
07-14-2021DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-1091
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Objectives:
to validate an instrument with criteria to evaluate the quality of calcium alginate wound dressings to treat skin injuries.
Methods:
methodological study, developed in two stages: the elaboration of criteria to evaluate the quality of the alginate wound dressing based on literature; validation of these criteria by a group of evaluators in two moments. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, central tendency measures and the Content Validity Index.
Results:
seven articles were selected, leading to the elaboration of 7 criteria and 11 expected results. The Content Validity Index was 0.98 in stage 1 and 0.93 in stage 2. After adjustments, 8 criteria were validated, and 13 results were expected.
Final Considerations:
the study allowed the validation of criteria to evaluate the quality of calcium alginate wound dressings, helping the nurses to choose with more autonomy and assertiveness.
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REVIEW
Allocation of resources for health care in COVID-19 pandemic times: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(Suppl 2):e20200244
09-18-2020
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REVIEWAllocation of resources for health care in COVID-19 pandemic times: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(Suppl 2):e20200244
09-18-2020DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0244
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Objective:
To analyze information on resource allocation in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, published in indexed scientific journals, from December 2019 to March 2020.
Methods:
This is an integrative literature review, which took place in March 2020. All databases were investigated and studies were found only in MEDLINE. After applying the established criteria, six articles were selected.
Results:
It was evident that the allocation of resources is carried out as the demands emerge. The fragility in presenting scientific-methodological evidence that can guide decision makers for assertive allocation of available resources is highlighted. The results showed that studies on this subject are incipient and need to be expanded.
Final considerations:
The need for health organizations and area authorities to be better prepared for the proper use of available resources, with allocation based on scientific evidence and maximization of resources is indicated.