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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Adherence to standard precautions in a teaching hospital
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):96-103
Abstract
RESEARCHAdherence to standard precautions in a teaching hospital
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):96-103
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0138
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Objective:
analyze related factors and the level of adherence to standard precautions of nursing professionals from the clinical medical division of a teaching hospital.
Method:
a quantitative, cross-sectional, analytical study was conducted with 54 nursing professionals using the Psychometric Scale of Adherence to Standard Precautions, translated and validated to Brazilian Portuguese.
Results:
the global score of adherence was intermediate (4.41); no statistically significant correlation was observed between adherence and professional category (p=0.404) and length of professional practice (p= 0.612). A correlation was observed between ‘Washes hands after removing disposable gloves’ (p=0.026) and professionals with nursing practice above 10 years.
Conclusion:
adherence to standard precautions by the nursing team was intermediate, with no statistically significant difference in relation to the professional category and length of professional practice.
Keywords:Exposure to Biological AgentsNursing, TeamOccupational RisksPersonal Protective EquipmentUniversal PrecautionsSee more -
RESEARCH01-01-2017
Analysis of adverse events following immunization caused by immunization errors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):87-95
Abstract
RESEARCHAnalysis of adverse events following immunization caused by immunization errors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):87-95
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0034
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Objective:
to analyze adverse events following immunization (AEFI) caused by immunization error in the state of Paraná, Brazil, from 2003 to 2013.
Method:
this is a descriptive, documental, retrospective, and quantitative research using secondary data from the Adverse Event Following Immunization Information System and the Immunization Program Evaluation System. We included cases confirmed and/or associated with different types of vaccines. For the analysis, we collected frequencies and incidence rates, and used simple linear regression models with Student’s t-test.
Results:
it was observed an AEFI increase due to immunization errors, especially hot subcutaneous abscesses. BCG vaccine had the highest incidence of adverse events and children under one year old were the most affected individuals.
Conclusion:
the current scenario is worrisome because these are preventable AEFI – injuring patients due to bad vaccination practices – that may undermine the population’s confidence, reducing immunization coverage, and the progress in the control of vaccine-preventable diseases.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Nursing practice environment and work satisfaction in critical units
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):79-86
Abstract
RESEARCHNursing practice environment and work satisfaction in critical units
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):79-86
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0211
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Objective:
to analyze the association between the environment of nursing practices and work satisfaction in Intensive Care Units (ICU).
Method:
a cross-sectional study was performed in eight adult ICUs of a public university hospital between 2012 and 2015. The Nursing Work Index-Revised (NWI-R), in their short forms, and the Index of Work Satisfaction (IWS) were applied to investigate the environment of nursing practices and work satisfaction, respectively.
Results:
a total of 100 (34.84%) nurses and 187 (65.15%) nursing assistants/technicians participated in this study. The environment was favorable for autonomy and relationships and it showed vulnerability for control of practices and organizational support. The IWS score indicated low work satisfaction. “Environment of practices”, “length of work in the ICU” and “willingness to work” were associated with work satisfaction.
Conclusion:
to invest in the environment of practices, in factors that promote willingness to work and length of experience in the ICU increases nursing work satisfaction.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Emergency interventions for air medical services trauma victims
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):54-60
Abstract
RESEARCHEmergency interventions for air medical services trauma victims
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):54-60
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0311
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Objective:
to analyze emergency interventions for air medical services trauma victims, considering the time at the scene of trauma and the severity of the victims.
Method:
This was a descriptive, correlational and quantitative study, conducted from October of 2014 to December of 2015. Six nurses participated, completing an instrument containing emergency interventions performed in the care of victims after the occurrence of trauma. The sample consisted of 97 treatments.
Results:
Among the 97 for whom care was provided, peripheral venipuncture was performed in 97.94% of the cases; immobilization, including a backboard, was used in 89.70% of cases. The most commonly used medications were dipyrone in 44.33%, and ondansetron in 76.29%. The time on the scene showed significance with the severity of the victims. The Glasgow Coma scores were inversely related to time on the scene.
Conclusion:
Further studies are necessary, focused on care protocols for trauma victims
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Evaluation of the hospital accreditation program: face and content validation
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):47-53
Abstract
RESEARCHEvaluation of the hospital accreditation program: face and content validation
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):47-53
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0184
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Objective:
to describe the results of face and content validation of the questionnaire entitled Quality Improvement Implementation Survey, and of two complementary scales as part of the adaptation process to the Brazilian language and culture.
Method:
included the following stages: (1) translation and synthesis of translations; (2) consideration by the expert committee; (3) back translation; (4) evaluation of verbal understanding by the target population.
Results:
the questionnaire was translated into Portuguese and its final version included 90 items. In the pre-test, the target population evaluated all items as easy to understand, with the global average of 4.58 (maximum value = 5).
Conclusion:
the questionnaire is currently translated into Portuguese and adapted to the Brazilian context. The adapted version maintained the semantic, idiomatic, conceptual and cultural equivalence, according to the assessment of the expert committee and the information provided by the target population, which confirmed the face and content validity.
Keywords:AccreditationAssurance of Health Care QualityHospital AdministrationOutcome Assessment (Health Care)Validation StudiesSee more -
RESEARCH01-01-2017
Adecuación de escalas para medir cargas de trabajo mediante metodología de calidad
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):39-46
Abstract
RESEARCHAdecuación de escalas para medir cargas de trabajo mediante metodología de calidad
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(1):39-46
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0246
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Objetivo:
Determinar cuál de las escalas evaluadas (NEMS y NAS), es más adecuada para Unidades de Cuidados Intensivos aplicando metodología de calidad.
Método:
Tras identificar como oportunidad de mejora la no adecuación de la escala NEMS para determinar cargas de trabajo de enfermería en UCI, se aplica metodología de los ciclos de mejora a dicha escala y a la NAS, como propuesta de mejora, evaluando los criterios: medición de cargas de trabajo al día y por turno, inclusión de todas las actividades enfermeras, y análisis por paciente y unidad.
Resultados:
Escala NEMS no muestra diferencias significativas en el cumplimiento (67%). Comparación NEMS-NAS, todos los criterios excepto el 1º, obtienen mejora significativa. NEMS sólo valora el criterio 1 (64,22%), y NAS todos con un cumplimiento para el 1º, 2º y 4º del 64,74%, y el 3º del 100%.
Conclusión:
La escala NAS es más adecuada para medir cargas de trabajo de enfermería en UCI.
Keywords:Carga de TrabajoControl de CalidadEnfermeríaGestión de la CalidadUnidades de Cuidados IntensivosSee more
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-01-2022
Self-care of elderly people with diabetes mellitus and the nurse-patient interpersonal relationship
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20201257
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLESelf-care of elderly people with diabetes mellitus and the nurse-patient interpersonal relationship
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20201257
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-1257
Views1INTRODUCTIONChronic non-communicable diseases are the main causes of death and health problems in the world, causing about 41 million deaths each year, which corresponds to approximately 71% of all deaths. Among these diseases, diabetes mellitus has stood out due to the increase in its incidence and prevalence().Estimates indicate that 463 million people live with diabetes […]See more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE03-27-2023
Adaptation and validation of an adult patient classification instrument with emphasis on the family dimension
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(2):e20220530
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEAdaptation and validation of an adult patient classification instrument with emphasis on the family dimension
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(2):e20220530
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0530
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Objectives:
to adapt and validate an instrument for classifying adult patients that emphasizes the family support network in the demand for nursing care.
Methods:
methodological study, carried out in three phases: adaptation of an instrument considering the reality of adult patients; content validation with seven experts and assessment of measurement properties (construct validity and internal consistency) with 781 hospitalized patients.
Results:
in content validation, the indicators reached the values established for the Content Validity Index (0.85-1.00). In the confirmatory factor analysis, the 11 indicators were distributed in three domains and presented average variance extracted and factor loading greater than 0.5. Composite reliability was greater than 0.7.
Conclusions:
the present study adapted and made available, with evidence of validity and reliability, an instrument for classifying adult patients that considers the family support network in the demand for nursing care.
Keywords:Factor AnalysisFamilyHospital Organization and AdministrationPatient-Centered CareValidation StudiesSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-17-2022
Ethics, COVID-19 and nursing vulnerability: analysis of photographs released by the media
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210960
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEEthics, COVID-19 and nursing vulnerability: analysis of photographs released by the media
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210960
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0960
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Objectives:
to analyze nursing vulnerability through photos released by the media amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods:
a documentary study, with a qualitative approach. The object of analysis were photographic images selected between January 2020 and March 2021, published by the main news portals in countries such as Brazil, the United States, France, Spain, England and Germany. Thematic categorical analysis was the method of analysis used.
Results:
we found 74 photographs that portrayed nursing professionals in different work situations. It was possible to identify stigma and social devaluation about this class’s representation and professional attribution. Moreover, we found an underrepresentation of black professionals in Brazilian portals and the man as the prominent figure in the spaces of claims.
Final Considerations:
the photographs represented an important tool for the social analysis of nursing vulnerability, favoring the unveiling of situations that may go unnoticed by nursing and society.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-29-2022
Effects of guided imagery relaxation in hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation patients: a quasi-experimental study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20220114
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEEffects of guided imagery relaxation in hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation patients: a quasi-experimental study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20220114
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0114
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Objective:
To analyze the effects of the technique of virtual reality guided imagery in the vital signs of hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation patients.
Method:
Quasi-experimental study with 35 participants who received an intervention using virtual reality guided imagery with progressive muscle relaxation, applied three times a week for four weeks in a referral hospital for transplants in the south of Brazil. Data collected included: temperature, arterial pressure, respiratory rate, heart rate, pain, and oxygen saturation, before and after each intervention. The comparisons were analyzed using Wilcoxon’s test.
Results:
There was a clinical significance between the mean measurements before and after for respiratory rate (p=0.00) in all stages, and for the variables Heart rate, Temperature, and Oxygen saturation from the 1st to the 12th measurements (p=0.05).
Conclusion:
The intervention was low cost, easy to apply, and showed positive effects, presenting itself as an option for patient-focused care.
Keywords:Bone Marrow TransplantationHematopoietic Stem Cell TransplantationImageryPsychotherapyRelaxation TherapyVital SignsSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE08-15-2022
Construction and validation of an educational video for patients in the perioperative period of robotic surgery
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20210952
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEConstruction and validation of an educational video for patients in the perioperative period of robotic surgery
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20210952
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0952
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Objectives:
to build and validate educational technology, of the video type, aimed at teaching about the perioperative period of robotic surgery.
Methods:
methodological development study, following the integrative review phases: pre-production, production, post-production, and validation. The video was evaluated for content and appearance by 14 judges. Content validity (CVI) and appearance (AVI) and agreement (CI) indices were calculated, and the exact binomial test was applied, considering p>0.05 and a proportion of 0.80 of agreement.
Results:
the video included 13 themes, with a duration of seven minutes and 33 seconds. The items of the three dimensions evaluated presented excellent CVI, ranging between 0.86 and 1.00 (p>0.05), with a total CVI of 0.95, VAT of 0.94 and CI equal to 61.5%.
Conclusions:
the video included 13 themes, with a duration of seven minutes and 33 seconds. The items of the three dimensions evaluated presented excellent CVI, ranging between 0.86 and 1.00 (p>0.05), with a total CVI of 0.95, VAT of 0.94 and CI equal to 61.5%.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-24-2022
Nurses’ performance in palliative care: spiritual care in the light of Theory of Human Caring
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20210029
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLENurses’ performance in palliative care: spiritual care in the light of Theory of Human Caring
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20210029
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0029
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Objectives:
to analyze nurses’ role in assisting patients in palliative care, with emphasis on the spiritual dimension, in the light of Theory of Human Caring.
Methods:
this is an exploratory, qualitative study, carried out in a hospital in João Pessoa, Paraíba, between August and December 2019, with 10 nurses. For data collection, semi-structured interviews were used. For analysis, we opted for content analysis.
Results:
the spiritual dimension of care is contemplated by several religious and spiritual practices. These are respected and encouraged by nurses, although there is difficulty in providing care for the spiritual dimension.
Final Considerations:
nurses have attitudes consistent with Jean Watson’s Theory and apply the Caritas Process elements during assistance to patients’ spiritual dimension in palliative care.
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Evolution of nursing teaching in the use of education technology: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200422
Abstract
Evolution of nursing teaching in the use of education technology: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200422
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0422
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Objective:
To identify and map the technological tools of information and communication to support the teaching learning process in Nursing teaching courses.
Methods:
This is a scoping review whose search was carried out in seven databases and in grey literature. After an initial analysis of the selection, 88 texts were read integrally, and 29 made up the final sample.
Results:
Virtual learning environment and object, simulation, hypermedia, and software or cellphone applications were the tools the nursing professors used the most. Studies highlight that the application of technology was important in the teaching-learning process, since it encouraged teaching based on safe care, motivating and developing abilities/competences, supported on significant, effective, flexible, and autonomous learning.
Conclusion:
The contribution of the technology for nursing formation stands out, but it should be highlighted that its employment must be critical, reflective, based on pedagogical theories and developed by trained professors.
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Pregnant women’s contribution in the construction and evaluation of an educational technology: the “Comics for Pregnant Women”
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20201243
Abstract
Pregnant women’s contribution in the construction and evaluation of an educational technology: the “Comics for Pregnant Women”
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20201243
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-1243
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Objectives:
to describe the contribution of pregnant women to the construction and evaluation of educational technology.
Methods:
a participatory study developed in three stages, which occurred between March 2018 and June 2019 for identifying the content, construction, and evaluation of the comic. Non-directive interviews were conducted in educational groups with 34 pregnant women. After the comic was built by a team, including a designer, an instrument was applied to 41 pregnant women to evaluate the items Objectives, Organization, Writing style, Appearance, and Motivation.
Results:
the comic contains 40 pages of contents, illustrations, and quizzes (word search, cross-puzzle, seven mistakes, etc). The pregnant women evaluated it as easy to understand, self-explanatory, aesthetically attractive, and capable of motivating good care practices during pregnancy, obtaining a minimum agreement of 92.1%.
Final Considerations:
the innovation of the educational technology consisted of incorporating the voices of pregnant women in prenatal care, with the potential to stimulate reflections and the learning process of this target audience.
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REVIEW07-14-2021
Complications, clinical manifestations of congenital syphilis, and aspects related to its prevention: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(4):e20190318
Abstract
REVIEWComplications, clinical manifestations of congenital syphilis, and aspects related to its prevention: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(4):e20190318
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0318
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Objectives:
to identify the scientific evidence about the clinical complications and manifestations of congenital syphilis and aspects related to its prevention.
Methods:
integrative review after a search in the databases LILACS and MEDLINE, carried out in March 2018, using the descriptors “syphilis, congenital”, “complications”, and “signs and symptoms”, leading to the selection of 27 researches.
Results:
the publications found were published from 1966 to 2017, and most of them were from Latin America and Africa. Negative outcomes, laboratory changes, and the clinical manifestations in congenital syphilis, whether early or delayed, were, respectively: low weight at birth, anemia, hepatosplenomegaly, and dental alterations. The lack of treatment of the pregnant women in the prenatal was the most common occasion in which the opportunity to prevent the complications of congenital syphilis was lost.
Conclusions:
the scientific evidences analyzed showed serious complications of congenital syphilis that could be avoided if early opportunities of diagnosing and treating the pregnant women are not lost during the prenatal.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-15-2020
Cultural adaptation of Infant Feeding Intentions Scale (IFI) for pregnant women in Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190103
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ORIGINAL ARTICLECultural adaptation of Infant Feeding Intentions Scale (IFI) for pregnant women in Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190103
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0103
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Objectives:
to translate and culturally adapt the Infant Feeding Intentions Scale for pregnant women in Brazil.
Methods:
methodological study that included stages of translation, synthesis, face and content validation, back translation and semantic assessment. In the face and content and semantic validation stages, we used the Content Validity Index for individual items and for the overall scale for clarity and representativeness.
Results:
nine (100.0%) experts participated in face and content validation, and the average index obtained was 85.0% for representativeness. In the semantic assessment, performed with 31 (100.0%) pregnant women, the tool was considered clear, obtaining an average index of 91.0%.
Conclusions:
the Brazilian version of the scale was considered representative and clear. After assessing psychometric properties, the scale is expected to be valid and reliable to assess maternal intention to breastfeed exclusively until the infant’s six months of life in different Brazilian settings.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE03-24-2021
Development, validation and application of clinical simulation scenarios for assessment of stomatherapy specialists
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(1):e20200360
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEDevelopment, validation and application of clinical simulation scenarios for assessment of stomatherapy specialists
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(1):e20200360
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0360
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Objectives:
to build and validate three clinical simulation scenarios and report the application with candidates for the specialist’s degree in stomatherapy.
Methods:
methodological study, building three scenarios and evaluation checklists; content validation with judges, using content validity index and Modified Kappa Coefficient; pre-test and application.
Results:
scenarios built based on nursing care for: 1. insufficiency and venous ulcer; 2. demarcation of intestinal stomia; and 3. Clean intermittent catheterization. In the content validation of the 24 items appreciated, 83%, 80%, and 92% were validated without change. In the pre-test, the objectives and checklists were adjusted. In the application, to standardize the evaluation, actors and evaluators were trained previously, and each candidate passed the three stations.
Conclusions:
scenarios built and with validated content, based on evidence and covering the three areas of stomatherapy. The pre-test allowed for adjustments in the scenarios, and the candidates achieved the expected objectives.
Keywords:Educational AssessmentNursing EducationPatient SimulationSimulation TrainingValidation StudiesSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-07-2020
Management of home care by family caregivers to elderly after hospital discharge
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200474
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEManagement of home care by family caregivers to elderly after hospital discharge
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200474
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0474
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Objective:
To understand the management of home care by family caregivers of dependent elderly people after hospital discharge.
Methods:
Qualitative research guided by hermeneutics-dialectic, anchored in the theory of communicative action. Data collection took place using a semi-structured interview with 11 participants.
Results:
Two categories were constructed: Management of the many types of care by the caregiver and the relationship between family caregiver and health care network. Care and management actions carried out routinely cause major changes in the family caregiver’s life. He/she does not recognize planning, home care periodicity or support in required procedures.
Final Considerations:
The management of home care for dependent elderly people after hospital discharge is complex, involving physical and emotional overloads, as well as difficulties in getting support from health services. The planning shared between the health team and the family since the discharge is required, and the better visibility of the role of primary care when the patient is assisted by a home care service.
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Sexuality is associated with the quality of life of the elderly!
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20201272
Abstract
Sexuality is associated with the quality of life of the elderly!
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20201272
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-1272
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Objective:
to analyze the association between sexuality and quality of life of Brazilian elderly residents in the community.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study conducted with 477 Brazilian elderly. The data were collected between August and October 2020. We used the EVASI and WHOQOL-OLD (World Health Organization Quality of Life). Data analysis was performed with Mann-Whitney, Spearman and Kruskal-Wallis correlation tests, with Bonferroni post-hoc application when necessary, considering a 95% confidence interval.
Results:
there was a statistical association between all dimensions of sexuality and the general quality of life of the elderly (p<0.05).
Conclusion:
the stimulation of sexuality can be configured as an innovative and holistic strategy focused on the promotion of health and active aging, since this study found the association between sexuality and the general quality of life of elderly people.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-01-2020
Stress and cortisol levels among members of the nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20180953
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEStress and cortisol levels among members of the nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20180953
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0953
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Objective:
To analyze the characteristics of hospital nursing professionals with the presence of stress, and to associate this with capillary cortisol.
Method:
A cross-sectional, exploratory and correlational study, conducted in a hospital in São Paulo, Brazil. A total of 164 nursing professionals participated; the Perceived Stress Scale was administered, and hair samples were obtained for laboratory analysis. Data were entered into a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet (2010), and then into Microsoft Office and the R software, version 3.2.2.
Results:
High levels of capillary cortisol in 47% of participants suggest the presence of stress, but no statistical significance between cortisol and stress levels were found.
Conclusions:
Stress and capillary cortisol levels were indicative of stress among nursing professionals; however, no association between them was found, although the values found were above those recommended.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-05-2019
Functional health literacy in hypertensive elders at primary health care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:266-273
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEFunctional health literacy in hypertensive elders at primary health care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:266-273
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0897
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Objective:
to assess the relationship between inadequate functional health literacy and inadequate blood pressure control in older people with hypertension in Primary Health Care.
Method:
a cross-sectional study with sample calculated at 392. SAHLPA-18 tool was used for functional health literacy; blood pressure was measured; sociodemographic and clinical data were collected. Hierarchical logistic regression was used.
Results:
(high) inadequate blood pressure and (low) functional inadequate health literacy were present in 41.6% and 54.6% of the people, respectively. Factors associated with inadequate blood pressure were: inadequate functional health literacy, black-brown skin color, overweight-obesity, hypertension diagnosis time, non-adherence to exercise/diet, drug treatment. Schooling had no association with inadequate blood pressure
Conclusion:
hypertensive elderly people with inadequate health literacy were more likely to have inadequate blood pressure. Thus, health professionals need to value functional health literacy as a possible component to control blood pressure.
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