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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-31-2023
Primary Health Care assessment in the COVID-19 pandemic from physicians’ and nurses’ perspective
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220475
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPrimary Health Care assessment in the COVID-19 pandemic from physicians’ and nurses’ perspective
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220475
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0475
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Objectives:
to assess the operationalization of Primary Health Care in the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Primary Care Assessment Tool: PCATool-Brasil attributes, from physicians’ and nurses’ perspective.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study, carried out with 99 physicians and nurses from Basic Health Units in a state in northeastern Brazil, with the aid of the adapted instrument PCATool-Brasil.
Results:
Essential Score was classified as high performance (6.6) and General Score as low performance (6.5). First Contact Access, Care Integration, and Community Guidance scores were <6.6. The best performances were attributed to the Longitudinality, Comprehensiveness and Family Guidance services (scores>6.6).
Conclusions:
the attributes of Primary Health Care, in general, showed values above or close to the cut-off point in the assessment. These data can support strategies for local and national managers to strengthen Primary Health Care in the COVID-19 pandemic and future public health emergencies.
Keywords:COVID-19Health Care Evaluation MechanismsHealth PersonnelHealth Services ResearchPrimary Health CareSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-10-2023
Correlation between symptoms of depression, attitude, and self-care in elderly with type 2 diabetes
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220741
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ORIGINAL ARTICLECorrelation between symptoms of depression, attitude, and self-care in elderly with type 2 diabetes
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220741
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0741
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Objectives:
to correlate depressive symptoms, attitude, and self-care of elderly people with type 2 diabetes.
Methods:
study developed with 144 elderly people with diabetes; carried out in Family Health Units. A semi-structured instrument was used to obtain data on the sociodemographic profile; the Geriatric Depression Scale (15 items), the Questionário de Atitudes Psicológicas do Diabetes [Psychological Attitudes of Diabetes Questionnaire], and the Diabetes Self-Care Activities Questionnaire (DSCA) were also used.
Results:
it was identified that 24.3% of the participants presented depressive symptoms, and 93.8% presented negative attitudes of coping. A greater adherence to self-care activities related to the practice of medication was observed. In the correlation between the scales, a negative and inversely proportional correspondence was noted between depressive symptomatology and physical activity (p=0.010) and foot care (p=0.006), likewise between attitude and foot care (p=0.009).
Conclusions:
self-care in elderly people with diabetes mellitus is influenced by depressive symptoms and negative coping attitudes.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-10-2023
Metodologia Lean Seis Sigma para melhoria do processo de alta em uma unidade de terapia intensiva
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220538
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEMetodologia Lean Seis Sigma para melhoria do processo de alta em uma unidade de terapia intensiva
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220538
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0538
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Objetivos:
describir el proceso de implementación de Lean Six Sigma para mejorar el proceso de alta en una unidad de cuidados intensivos brasileña.
Métodos:
estudio prospectivo siguiendo el método de desarrollo de proyectos denominado DMAIC (Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control). Este método consta de cinco fases, a saber: definición del proyecto, medición del punto de partida y recolección de datos, análisis de resultados, mejora en los procesos y control estadístico.
Resultados:
la aplicación de la metodología Lean Six Sigma fue efectiva para mejorar el proceso de alta de la unidad de cuidados intensivos a la unidad de hospitalización. Esta mejora representó una reducción en el tiempo promedio de alta de 189 a 75 minutos, totalizando una mejora del 61%.
Conclusiones:
este artículo demuestra la efectividad de la aplicación de la metodología Lean Six Sigma para mejorar el flujo de descarga en una unidad crítica, lo que resulta en la reducción de tiempo y desperdicio.
Keywords:Administração em SaúdeFluxo de TrabalhoGestão da QualidadeMelhoria de QualidadeUnidades de Terapia IntensivaSee more -
REVIEW07-10-2023
Lean Six Sigma methodology to improve the discharge process in a Brazilian intensive care unit
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220538
Abstract
REVIEWLean Six Sigma methodology to improve the discharge process in a Brazilian intensive care unit
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220538
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0538
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Objectives:
to describe the Lean Six Sigma implementation process to improve the discharge process in a Brazilian health institution’s ICU.
Methods:
prospective study following the Define-Measure-Analyse-Improve-Control project development method. This method consists of five phases, namely: project definition, measurement of the starting point and data collection, analysis of results, improvement in processes, and statistical control.
Results:
applying Lean Six Sigma methodology following the Define-Measure-Analyse-Improve-Control in the discharge process from the intensive care unit to the inpatient unit was effective in improving processes. This improvement represented a reduction in the mean patient transfer time to the inpatient unit from 189 minutes to 75 minutes, representing a 61% improvement in discharge time.
Conclusions:
this article demonstrates the effectiveness of applying Lean Six Sigma methodology to improve the discharge flow in a critical unit, resulting in time and waste reduction.
Keywords:Health Services AdministrationIntensive Care UnitsPatient DischargeTotal Quality ManagementWorkflowSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-10-2023
Primary care in supplementary health: assessment of costs in the care of older adult patients with heart diseases
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220486
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEPrimary care in supplementary health: assessment of costs in the care of older adult patients with heart diseases
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220486
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0486
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Objectives:
to identify whether implementing a supplementary Primary Health Care (PHC) system makes it possible to reduce care costs for older adults with heart diseases.
Methods:
a retrospective cohort of 223 patients with heart disease aged ≥ 60 years. Data were obtained from medical records and cost databases, assessed for a period of one year before and after PHC implementation. The results were expressed as mean absolute frequencies for number of hospitalizations and as average annual expenses expressed in dollars (US$) in relation to cost data.
Results:
there was a reduction in hospitalization expenses after implementing supplementary PHC (p=0.01) and a decrease in the frequency of hospitalizations for the entire sample (p=0.006). There was a reduction in the frequency of consultations at the Emergency Room among frail older adults (p=0.011).
Conclusions:
there was a reduction in hospitalization costs and frequency of visits to the Emergency Room after supplementary PHC.
Keywords:AgedCardiovascular DiseasesCosts and Cost AnalysisLearning Health SystemPrimary Health CareSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-10-2023
Occurrence and preventability of adverse events in hospitals: a retrospective study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220025
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEOccurrence and preventability of adverse events in hospitals: a retrospective study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220025
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0025
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Objectives:
to analyze the incidence of preventable adverse events related to health care in adult patients admitted to public hospitals in Brazil.
Methods:
observational, analytical, retrospective study based on medical records review.
Results:
medical records from 370 patients were evaluated, 58 of whom had at least one adverse event. The incidence of adverse events corresponded to 15.7%. Adverse events were predominantly related to healthcare-related infection (47.1%) and procedures (24.5%). Regarding the adverse event severity, 13.7% were considered mild, 51.0% moderate, and 35.3% severe. 99% of adverse events were classified as preventable. Patients admitted to the emergency room had a 3.73 times higher risk for adverse events.
Conclusions:
this study’s results indicate a high incidence of avoidable adverse events and highlight the need for interventions in care practice.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-20-2024
Predictor variables effect on the development of Burnout Syndrome in higher education professor
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20240132
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEPredictor variables effect on the development of Burnout Syndrome in higher education professor
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20240132
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2024-0132
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Objectives:
to correlate the development of Burnout Syndrome in higher education professors with the following variables: sociodemographic, economic, work, sleep pattern, level of anxiety and quality of life.
Methods:
observational, analytical, cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach. Data collection took place from August to November 2022, with 140 professors from a private higher education institution in the Western Brazilian Amazon.
Results:
professors who carried out activities outside institutional hours and who had sleep duration < 5 hours, presented lower scores in the personal fulfillment dimension of burnout, with (p=0.002) and (p=0.001), respectively. The higher the scores for the physical (p=0.001), psychological (p=0.000) and social relationships (p=0.002) domains of quality of life, the lower the personal fulfillment scores for the syndrome.
Conclusions:
through linear regression, it was evidenced that several variables explain the development of burnout. Institutional and governmental actions can minimize the negative influence of these variables.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-20-2024
Construction and enhancement of a prototype for a medical-hospital equipment for hypodermoclysis: a qualitative study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20240059
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEConstruction and enhancement of a prototype for a medical-hospital equipment for hypodermoclysis: a qualitative study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20240059
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2024-0059
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Objectives:
to construct a Subcutaneous Hydration Device semi-functional prototype and gather initial information to improve this prototype design and realize its acceptance potential.
Methods:
a qualitative, descriptive and exploratory study, which used focus group, following the Technology Acceptance Model. The group was held at the Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Coimbra, Portugal, in December 2022, composed of nine participants from six different disciplinary areas, and followed thematic analysis.
Results:
four topics emerged associated with the device components: elastomeric infusion pump; needle/access device; clamp; administration set. From these topics, topics were triggered that highlighted: characteristics about the target population; ease of use and accessories; patient comfort and safety; and device application context.
Final Considerations:
the Subcutaneous Hydration Device semi-functional prototype is viable and interesting for the clinic. The results support its improvement and direct future investments for experimental studies.
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REVIEW09-20-2024
Brazilian nursing specific situation, middle and micro-range theories: a bibliometric study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230520
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REVIEWBrazilian nursing specific situation, middle and micro-range theories: a bibliometric study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230520
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0520
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Objectives:
to map the nursing theories developed in stricto sensu graduate programs in nursing in Brazil.
Methods:
a bibliometric study, carried out on the Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel Theses and Dissertations Portal in October 2023. The controlled descriptors “Nursing Theory” and “Nursing Models” and the uncontrolled descriptors “Theories” and “Middle-Range Theory” were used. Selected studies were cataloged for analysis, which was conducted by the study authors, who have a doctoral degree and expertise in research on nursing theories.
Results:
thirty-nine nursing theories were mapped, with a predominance of middle-range theories (79.5%), focusing on nursing diagnostic concepts and use of the theoretical-methodology strategy of theoretical-causal validity.
Conclusions:
the study identified nursing theories developed in Brazil, recognizing trends, development strategies, theorized objects of disciplinary interest and investments necessary for practical application in Brazilian contexts.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-20-2024
Cross-cultural adaptation and validation of the Healthy Work Environment Assessment Tool in Brazilian culture
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230505
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ORIGINAL ARTICLECross-cultural adaptation and validation of the Healthy Work Environment Assessment Tool in Brazilian culture
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230505
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0505
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Objectives:
to adapt and validate the content of the Healthy Work Environment Assessment Tool for Brazilian culture, and evaluate the practical aspects of its application.
Methods:
methodological study that followed six stages: translation; synthesis; back translation; content validation by a group of experts, pre-testing and approval of the process by the author of the original instrument.
Results:
the first three stages were carried out by contracted companies. In the committee, two items and the title of a subscale were evaluated in a second round, when consensus was reached among experts. In the pre-test, more than 93% of professionals agreed that the tool was easy to understand. The average completion time was 8.53 minutes. The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses authorized publication of the results.
Conclusions:
the adaptation of the tool to Brazilian culture was completed following the adopted framework. In addition to the evidence of content validity, the tool appears promising for managerial use.
Keywords:Cross-Cultural ComparisonHealth Facility EnvironmentTranslatingValidation StudyWorking ConditionsSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-20-2024
Construction and validation of a checklist for the management of totally implanted catheters in children
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230447
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEConstruction and validation of a checklist for the management of totally implanted catheters in children
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230447
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0447
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Objectives:
to construct and validate the content of a checklist for the management of totally implanted catheters in hospitalized children and adolescents.
Methods:
methodological research conducted from October 2021 to December 2022 in two stages: development of the instrument with care guidelines and content validation of the checklist. The instrument, containing 23 items presented in Likert format, was evaluated online by specialists in two rounds. The Content Validity Index was applied, considering indices above 0.8 as valid.
Results:
the final checklist included four domains and 22 checklist items, validated with a Content Validity Index of 0.98. The overall evaluation of the instrument presented a global score of 9.9.
Conclusions:
the validation and application of instruments that standardize procedures, in addition to supporting professionals, promote autonomy and quality of care for children and adolescents using this device.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-20-2024
Transgender people’s knowledge about the adverse effects of cross-hormonization: challenges for nursing
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230346
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ORIGINAL ARTICLETransgender people’s knowledge about the adverse effects of cross-hormonization: challenges for nursing
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230346
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0346
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Objectives:
to identify trans women’s and men’s knowledge about the adverse effects of cross-hormonization and understand the repercussions of hormonization practices on trans women’s and men’s health.
Methods:
exploratory, descriptive, qualitative research, developed with 41 participants, from July 2019 to February 2020, in a trans health outpatient clinic. Thematic-categorical content analysis was used.
Results:
from the analysis, the categories emerged: Knowledge about the adverse effects of cross-hormonization; and Cross-hormonization practices and their meaning.
Final Considerations:
nursing practices, based on the identification of knowledge about adverse effects and the understanding of cross-hormonization practices in trans women’s and men’s health, can result in more inclusive care.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-20-2024
Sociocognitive factors determining compliance with standard precautions by nursing professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230301
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ORIGINAL ARTICLESociocognitive factors determining compliance with standard precautions by nursing professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230301
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0301
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Objectives:
to assess the socio-cognitive factors determining adherence to standard precautions by nursing professionals in care practice during the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil.
Methods:
an analytical cross-sectional study, carried out with 9,039 nursing professionals in Brazil, using an electronic form containing participant sociodemographic, training and work variables, and the Brazilian version of the Standard Precautions Questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used using the statistical software R.
Results:
participants recognize standard precautions as effective measures to reduce infections and report intention to perform them. Training regarding standard precautions was evidenced as a facilitator of adherence (4.72; SD: 0.73), and problems related to materials (3.78; SD: 1.45) were a hindrance.
Conclusions:
among the determining factors, facilitating organization presented the highest score, followed by intention to perform. Facilitating and hindering factor identification makes it possible to develop intervention strategies to strengthen patient safety and reduce occupational risks among professionals.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-20-2024
Middle-range theory of the existential dimension of being-in-the-world of chronic kidney disease: Grounded Theory
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230152
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEMiddle-range theory of the existential dimension of being-in-the-world of chronic kidney disease: Grounded Theory
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230152
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0152
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Objectives:
to develop a middle-range theory of the existential dimension of being-in-the-world of chronic kidney disease in the light of humanistic nursing theory.
Methods:
exploratory-descriptive, qualitative, Grounded Theory study, whose guiding question was: what theoretical relationships can be established between clinical practice carried out in the context of renal replacement therapies and the concepts of humanistic nursing theory? Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with nursing staff and chronic kidney disease patients.
Results:
a theory was developed that describes and explains the existential dimension of being-in-the-world of chronic kidney disease, identifying the qualitative evidence present in this context.
Final Considerations:
the theory contributes to clinical nursing practice qualification in nephrology, consolidating nursing as an art and science, because it arises from care practice and research, in addition to rescuing what differentiates it within the health disciplines, which is care par excellence.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-06-2024
Factors associated with burnout in military police officers in a city in Paraná
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230510
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEFactors associated with burnout in military police officers in a city in Paraná
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230510
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0510
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Objective:
to analyze the association between burnout and sociodemographic, work factors, lifestyle habits and health conditions of military police officers in a municipality in the state of Paraná, Brazil.
Method:
cross-sectional research with 131 military police officers. Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences software and the R program. Chi-square, Fisher’s exact and Poisson Generalized Linear Model tests were used.
Results:
most participants (65.6%) had a high level of burnout. In relation to protective factors, those who carried out leisure activities had a 33.6% chance of not developing burnout. Conjugality was also a protective factor. Not practicing physical activity and leisure activities are factors that can contribute to the occurrence of burnout.
Conclusions:
important factors and high rates of burnout were observed in the police officers investigated. It is necessary to implement public health policies to reduce burnout with attention focused on this professional category.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-06-2024
Development and content validation of a risk classification instrument
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230502
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEDevelopment and content validation of a risk classification instrument
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230502
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0502
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Objective:
Develop and validate the content of an instrument for patient risk classification in emergency services of Primary Health Care.
Method:
The study included two stages: item generation and content validity. A literature review and retrospective analysis of medical records were conducted to create the instrument items. The Content Validity Ratio (CVR) was used to assess agreement among judges during content validation.
Results:
In the first and second rounds, 75 and 71 judges validated the risk classification instrument, respectively. The minimum adherence score for the latent variable item based on the final number of judges was 0.22 and 0.18; thus, 52 items, divided into three classification categories (red, orange, and yellow), were retained.
Conclusion:
The instrument was considered valid regarding clarity, relevance, pertinence, and agreement regarding the severity indicated in the item.
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REVIEW09-06-2024
Nursing students’ mindfulness and emotional regulation: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230466
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REVIEWNursing students’ mindfulness and emotional regulation: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230466
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0466
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Objective:
to identify the scientific evidence available in national and international literature on the relationships between nursing students’ mindfulness and emotional regulation.
Methods:
an integrative literature review, in four databases, with a time frame from January 2002 to December 2022. Articles in English, Spanish and Portuguese available in full were included.
Results:
the sample consisted of six original articles, predominantly with a quantitative approach, with cross-sectional designs standing out.
Conclusion:
the synthesis of scientific production revealed that there is a lack of research at national and international level on the subject with experimental and qualitative designs that enable conclusions about cause and effect and/or take into account subjective experiences of the applicability of mindfulness-based practice in nursing students’ emotional regulation.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-06-2024
Nursing Process implementation in a gerontogeriatric context: qualitative research
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230465
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ORIGINAL ARTICLENursing Process implementation in a gerontogeriatric context: qualitative research
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230465
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0465
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Objective:
to describe Nursing Process implementation in a faith-based senior living community.
Method:
strategic action research with 19 nursing professionals and three managers of a faith-based senior living community. Implementation took place in four phases: diagnosis, planning, implementation and assessment. The data collected through semi-structured interviews and focus groups were subjected to discursive textual analysis.
Results:
the central categories were constructed: Nursing Process in faith-based senior living community: diagnosis of knowledge and application; Nursing Process in faith-based senior living community: implementation; Nursing process in faith-based senior living community: assessment after its implementation.
Conclusion:
Nursing Process implementation made it possible to structure work management/organization, contributing to knowledge, organization and continuity of care for safety and professional support.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-06-2024
Adherence to sepsis protocol in a high-risk maternity reference center
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230453
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEAdherence to sepsis protocol in a high-risk maternity reference center
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230453
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0453
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Objective:
To describe the adherence to the sepsis protocol by obstetric nurses in the obstetric triage of a high-risk maternity reference center.
Methods:
This was a quantitative, documental, and retrospective study involving 105 pregnant women treated in obstetric triage under sepsis criteria. Data were collected through electronic medical records using structured forms and were organized into tables employing descriptive statistics. This research adhered to ethical principles concerning human studies.
Results:
Of the checklists for initiating the SEPSIS protocol by obstetric nurses, 105 were identified. Regarding the protocol steps performed, lactate was collected in 97.1% of cases and blood cultures in 98.1%, antibiotic therapy was administered in 94.3%, and hydration was carried out in 51.4% of the cases.
Conclusion:
The initiation of the sepsis protocol for all women meeting the criteria was confirmed. However, the steps were not fully implemented as recommended by the institutional protocol, and the recommended broad-spectrum antibiotic was not administered.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-06-2024
Effect of Brazilian green propolis in chronic ulcer treatment: a randomized clinical trial
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230418
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEEffect of Brazilian green propolis in chronic ulcer treatment: a randomized clinical trial
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230418
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0418
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Objective:
to assess the effectiveness of 5% Brazilian green propolis (ointment) in individuals with chronic ulcers.
Methods:
a randomized clinical trial, developed with 40 patients randomized equally to control group (treated with essential fatty acid) and experimental group (treated with 5% green propolis) for 30 days. The outcomes of interest were sociodemographic, clinical and laboratory characteristics, lesion characteristics, such as type of tissue in the bed, presence of exudate, edge characteristics, microbial content and pain.
Results:
regarding sociodemographic, clinical and laboratory characteristics, the two groups did not show statistically significant differences. After assessment in 30 days, an effect was observed for both treated groups, but for the experimental group, greater effectiveness in terms of the type of tissue in the bed, type of exudate, edge characteristics, microbial content and pain.
Conclusion:
propolis-based ointment showed a healing effect, presenting itself as a potential tool in healing chronic ulcers.
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Progress Test in nursing: perspectives for undergraduate education
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230413
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Progress Test in nursing: perspectives for undergraduate education
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230413
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0413
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Objective:
to reflect on the perspectives of adopting the Progress Test in undergraduate nursing education.
Methods:
this is a reflective study, based on authors’ critical thinking and supported by national and international literature on the Progress Test application in undergraduate health courses.
Results:
the Progress Test is as a valuable teaching-learning strategy, with potential applications and benefits for students, professors, and academic management.
Final considerations:
systematic nursing education assessment indicates valuable information for different stakeholders. Understanding its potential benefits, the Progress Test is presented as a strategy that can be replicated in undergraduate nursing education, either individually, by institutions, or collaboratively, by the establishment of partnerships or consortiums of institutions.
Keywords:Academic PerformanceEducation, NursingEducational MeasurementNursing Faculty PracticeSchoolsSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-06-2024
Physical and psychological changes of the COVID-19 infodemic by the older adult population
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230339
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEPhysical and psychological changes of the COVID-19 infodemic by the older adult population
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(4):e20230339
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0339
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Objective:
to analyze the physical and psychological changes of the COVID-19 infodemic for the older adult population of Rio de Janeiro.
Method:
a cross-sectional, web-based survey to find out about access to news and information about COVID-19 among older adult in Rio de Janeiro, between July and December 2020. Univariate analysis and bivariate analysis were carried out using non-parametric statistical methods.
Results:
390 older adults took part, predominantly female (75.1%), aged between 66 and 75 (35.4%), married (51.0%), white (60.3%), owning their own home (81.8%), located in urban areas (91%), with complete or incomplete primary education (31.8%) and retired or pensioners (79.2%). Younger people were significantly affected both physically and psychologically by social networks when compared to television (<0.001).
Conclusion:
Physical and psychological changes from exposure to information about COVID-19 have affected the lives of the older adult, having an impact on this population.
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