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RESEARCH
Nursing diagnoses in intensive care: cross-mapping and NANDA-I taxonomy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):307-315
01-01-2016
Abstract
RESEARCHNursing diagnoses in intensive care: cross-mapping and NANDA-I taxonomy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):307-315
01-01-2016DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690214i
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Objective:
to identify nursing diagnoses in intensive care unit (ICU) patients by means of a cross-mapping of terms contained in nursing records with the NANDA-I taxonomy.
Method:
an exploratory, descriptive study with a retrospective analysis of nursing records in 256 medical records of patients that were hospitalized in the general ICU of a hospital in the western border of the state of Rio Grande do Sul. Terms indicating conditions demanding nursing interventions were collected from the records; cross-mapping of these terms with the NANDA-I taxonomy diagnoses was performed and confirmed in a nursing focus group. Data were analyzed through descriptive statistics.
Results:
a total of 832 terms and expressions referring to 52 different diagnoses in 9 of the 13 domains of the NANDA-I taxonomy were identified.
Conclusion:
the present study enabled the identification of nursing diagnoses in patients hospitalized in ICUs, affecting care management, the training process of experts in the area, and information systems.
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RESEARCH
Direct cost of dressings for pressure ulcers in hospitalized patients
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):290-297
01-01-2016
Abstract
RESEARCHDirect cost of dressings for pressure ulcers in hospitalized patients
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):290-297
01-01-2016DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690212i
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Objective:
to identify the average direct cost (ADC) on the direct labor (DL) for nurses and the consumption of materials and solutions used in performing dressings for pressure ulcers (PU) in hospitalized patients.
Methods:
case study, exploratory and descriptive case conducted in a teaching hospital. For six months, 228 dressings were performed for the treatment of PU patients. We calculated the cost by multiplying the time spent by nurses by the DL unit cost, adding to the cost of materials and solutions consumed.
Results:
the dressings ADC of PU corresponds to US$ 19.18 (PUs-category I); US$ 6.50 (PUs-category II); US$ 12.34 (PUs-category III); US$ 5.84 (PUs-category IV); US$ 9.52 (PUs-unclassifiable) and US$ 3.76 (PU suspected deep tissue injury).
Conclusion:
the methodology used can be reproduced in different hospital settings for the development of other studies to expand and complement the knowledge gained.
Keywords:Costs and Cost AnalysisNursing Administration ResearchNursing CareNursing Service, HospitalPressure UlcerSee more -
RESEARCH
Prevention of vertical mother-to-child transmission of HIV: care and adhesion provided by couples
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):275-281
01-01-2016
Abstract
RESEARCHPrevention of vertical mother-to-child transmission of HIV: care and adhesion provided by couples
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):275-281
01-01-2016DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690210i
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Objective:
to unveil the existential movement of a couple when performing vertical HIV transmission prophylaxis.
Method:
qualitative research, using Martin Heidegger’s phenomenological approach. A phenomenological interview was conducted with 14 participants between December/2011 and February/2012 in the outpatient facilities of an university hospital, Brazil. A comprehensive and interpretative heideggerian analysis was developed.
Results:
the couple understands that they have followed the guidance of the health professionals as indicated. By not being able to breastfeed, the woman did not fail to be a mother, but it was also not a complete experience. The senses of the occupation of the couple-being unfolded to the prophylactic treatment and facticity due to the fact of not breastfeeding.
Conclusion:
we indicate the need to rethink care, proposing a working relationship that transcends the impersonal that dictates about what the couple must deal with, enabling their active participation in care decisions and actions.
Keywords:Child HealthNursingPrenatal CareQualitative ResearchVertical Transmission of Infectious DiseaseSee more -
RESEARCH
Attitudes and pleasure/suffering in mental health work
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):266-274
01-01-2016
Abstract
RESEARCHAttitudes and pleasure/suffering in mental health work
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):266-274
01-01-2016DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690209i
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Objective:
to investigate the existence of a relationship between attitudinal profiles and the pleasure/suffering dynamic in workers of Mental Health Services.
Method:
a quantitative, descriptive-analytical, correlational and cross-sectional study conducted in 2014. We used three instruments: characterization questionnaire, Opinions on Mental Illness Scale and Pleasure and Suffering Indicators at Work Scale, answered by 80 workers of the Network for Psychosocial Care of Alfenas, state of Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Results:
Authoritarianism proved to be the predominant profile. As for the pleasure/suffering at work, Gratification was considered adequate, and indicators such as Freedom, Wear and Insecurity were considered moderate critical. There were positive correlations between the most favorable attitudes and pleasure indicators at work. The values of both scales showed a relationship with socio-demographic and professional variables.
Conclusion:
the less favorable attitudes are prevalent and, in spite of suffering being present, these professionals feel gratified about their work.
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RESEARCH
Overweight in young adult students: the vulnerability of a distorted self-perception of body image
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):258-265
01-01-2016
Abstract
RESEARCHOverweight in young adult students: the vulnerability of a distorted self-perception of body image
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):258-265
01-01-2016DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690208i
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Objective:
To analyze overweight in young adult students from the individual dimension of vulnerability, especially its interpersonal and subjective markers.
Method:
An analytical quantitative study was performed with 560 young adults from 26 schools in a capital city in Northeastern Brazil. After obtaining data to administer specific questionnaires, logistic regression was used to identify markers of individual vulnerability.
Results:
In the bivariate analysis, overweight showed a statistically significant association with self-perception of health, satisfaction with body image and self-perception of overweight, the latter remaining in the final regression model.
Conclusion:
It can be mainly concluded that self-perception of overweight is distorted when compared to one’s actual body weight and, for this reason, young adults are vulnerable to dysfunctional health states. However, it was confirmed that this health condition must be understood in an individual and contextual perspective.
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RESEARCH
Pressure ulcer healing with Plenusdermax® Calendula officinalis L. extract
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):250-257
01-01-2016
Abstract
RESEARCHPressure ulcer healing with Plenusdermax® Calendula officinalis L. extract
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(2):250-257
01-01-2016DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690207i
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Objective:
to evaluate the therapeutic benefits of the bioactive extracts of Plenusdermax®Calendula officinalis for pressure ulcer healing.
Method:
an observational cohort study, including 41 patients with a diagnosis of pressure ulcer that was stable in size for more than three months. Patients were evaluated every two weeks, over 30 weeks, for: reduction of the wound area, infection control, types of tissue and exudate, and ulcer microbiology.
Results:
the proportions of patients who were completely healed after 15 and 30 weeks of treatment were 63% and 88%, respectively, and the mean healing time was 12.5±7.8 weeks. No adverse events were observed during treatment.
Conclusion:
the results of the study indicate that bioactive C. officinalis Plenusdermax® is a safe treatment that promotes healing of pressure ulcers.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Adaptation and validation of an adult patient classification instrument with emphasis on the family dimension
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(2):e20220530
03-27-2023
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
03-27-2023DOI 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 -
Evolution of nursing teaching in the use of education technology: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200422
05-21-2021
Abstract
Evolution of nursing teaching in the use of education technology: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200422
05-21-2021DOI 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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Overview of clinical trial protocols for behavioral insomnia in infants
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200769
06-28-2021
Abstract
Overview of clinical trial protocols for behavioral insomnia in infants
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200769
06-28-2021DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0769
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Objective:
to describe the overview of clinical trial protocols for behavioral insomnia in infants.
Methods:
an analytical study that reviewed protocols registered with the International Clinical Trials Registry Platform between August and September 2019, aiming to identify the interventions for behavioral insomnia in infants, the comparators, the main primary, secondary outcomes and their respective measurements.
Results:
eleven protocols registered between 2004 and 2018 were included. Nurses were the main coordinators of protocols (45.5%), with proposals using educational technologies, one-to-one and online follow-up consultations. The main outcome was improvement of infant and maternal sleep patterns. Secondary outcomes were anxiety, depression, and parental sexual satisfaction. To measure them, the following were used: sleep diary (54.5%), actigraphy (45.4%), and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Interview (36.3%) and Extended Brief Infant Sleep Questionnaire (27.2%) were used.
Conclusion:
the protocols proposed interventions for independent sleep, aiming at quality of sleep for the whole family.
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EXPERIENCE REPORT
Hypothermia post-cardiopulmonary resuscitation with low inputs: an experience report
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(4):1114-1118
08-19-2019
Abstract
EXPERIENCE REPORTHypothermia post-cardiopulmonary resuscitation with low inputs: an experience report
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(4):1114-1118
08-19-2019DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0771
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Objective:
to report the experience of conducting directed temperature control of a post-cardiopulmonary resuscitation patient, with reduced and basic inputs available at the institution.
Method:
an experience report of directed temperature control in patient (age 15 years), after four hours of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in an Intensive Care Unit of a hospital in São Paulo State countryside in 2016, according to the protocol suggested by the American Heart Association, in 2015. There were applications of cold compresses, plastic bags with crushed ice and rectal temperature control.
Results:
after eight hours, temperature had reached 93.2 ºF. Body cooling was maintained for 24 hours. However, bags with crushed ice were used in the first 6 hours.
Conclusion:
conduct of nurses to obtain the body cooling with reduced and basic inputs was effective during the stay at the Intensive Care Unit.
Keywords:Body Temperature RegulationCardiopulmonary ResuscitationHeart ArrestHypothermia InducedIntensive Care UnitsSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Cultural adaptation and validation of an instrument about nursing critical thinking skills
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(2):e20200720
05-28-2021
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLECultural adaptation and validation of an instrument about nursing critical thinking skills
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(2):e20200720
05-28-2021DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0720
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Objectives:
to validate the Nursing Critical Thinking in Clinical Practice Questionnaire regarding cultural aspects and metric properties.
Methods:
a methodological research carried out through cross-cultural adaptation, face and content validity, dimensional construct and known groups validity, test-retest reliability and internal consistency. 511 nurses from four hospitals participated in the study, of which 54 participated in retest.
Results:
the instrument validation for Brazilian Portuguese maintained equivalences, according to the original version. The dimensional validity demonstrated adjustment to the tetrafactorial structure of the original version (GFI=0.69). There were statistically significant differences in critical thinking skills between nurses with graduate degrees and who undertook training, reading articles, developing research and working in an institution with a longer time implementation of the Nursing Process. The instrument showed temporal stability (ICC 073-0.84; p<0.001) and adequate internal consistency (α=0.97).
Conclusions:
the instrument proved to be valid and reliable for the studied population.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Prevalence and severity levels of post-radical prostatectomy incontinence: different assessment instruments
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(2):e20200692
05-28-2021
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPrevalence and severity levels of post-radical prostatectomy incontinence: different assessment instruments
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(2):e20200692
05-28-2021DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0692
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Objectives:
to analyze urinary incontinence prevalence and severity in prostatectomized men assessed by three different instruments.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study was conducted with 152 men. The pad test, pad used, and International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire – Short Form (self-report) were considered. Data were analyzed using Spearman’s correlation, Kappa index, considering a significance level of 0.05.
Results:
urinary incontinence prevalence was 41.4%, 46.7% and 80.3% according to pad used, pad test and self-report. Positive correlations and moderate to poor agreement were found between the instruments. As for severity, most participants had mild incontinence. The largest number of cases of mild and severe incontinence was identified by self-report.
Conclusions:
the self-report showed higher values for prevalence of mild and severe severity levels. Through the identified differences, we propose that the objective assessment (pad used and pad test) be associated with individuals’ perception (self-report) to better estimate prevalence and severity.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Managed clinical protocol: impact of implementation on sepsis treatment quality indicators
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(2):e20200282
05-28-2021
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEManaged clinical protocol: impact of implementation on sepsis treatment quality indicators
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(2):e20200282
05-28-2021DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0282
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Objectives:
to assess the impact of the implementation of a managed sepsis protocol on quality indicators of treatment for septic patients in an emergency department of a university hospital.
Methods:
an observational epidemiological study involving septic patients. The study was divided into two phases, pre-intervention and intervention, resulting from the implementation of the managed sepsis protocol. The study variables included sepsis treatment quality indicators. The results were statistically analyzed using the program Epi InfoTM.
Results:
the study sample included 631 patients, 95 from pre-intervention phase and 536 from intervention phases. Implementing the protocol increased patients’ chances of receiving the recommended treatment by 14 times. Implementing the protocol reduced the hospitalization period by 6 days (p <0.001) and decreased mortality (p <0.001).
Conclusions:
this study showed that implementing the managed protocol had an impact on the improvement of sepsis treatment quality indicators.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Development of an appearance validity instrument for educational technology in health
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190559
12-21-2020
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEDevelopment of an appearance validity instrument for educational technology in health
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190559
12-21-2020DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0559
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Objectives:
to develop and evaluate the convergence of the instrument for the appearance validity of educational technologies in health.
Methods:
methodological study conducted in two steps. In step 1, the instrument items were developed, with subsequent content validity by nine specialists in the development of educational technologies in health. In step 2, the convergent validity between another instrument and the appearance instrument was performed. Correlation results above r> 0.3 and p <0.05 were considered as plausible convergent validity.
Results:
the ten items of the initial version of the appearance instrument were submitted to content validity that resulted in a final version with 12 items (Content Validity Index = 0.93). The correlation indexes were strong with the objective and appearance domains; moderate with motivation, organization and total; and weak with writing style.
Conclusions:
the appearance instrument demonstrated content validity and convergent validity, in addition to a strong correlation with the other instrument.
Keywords:Educational TechnologyHealth EducationMethodological Research in NursingTechnological DevelopmentValidation StudiesSee more
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REVIEW
Complications, clinical manifestations of congenital syphilis, and aspects related to its prevention: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(4):e20190318
07-14-2021
Abstract
REVIEWComplications, clinical manifestations of congenital syphilis, and aspects related to its prevention: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(4):e20190318
07-14-2021DOI 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 ARTICLE
Cultural adaptation of Infant Feeding Intentions Scale (IFI) for pregnant women in Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190103
07-15-2020
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLECultural adaptation of Infant Feeding Intentions Scale (IFI) for pregnant women in Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190103
07-15-2020DOI 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 ARTICLE
Development, validation and application of clinical simulation scenarios for assessment of stomatherapy specialists
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(1):e20200360
03-24-2021
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEDevelopment, validation and application of clinical simulation scenarios for assessment of stomatherapy specialists
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(1):e20200360
03-24-2021DOI 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 ARTICLE
Management of home care by family caregivers to elderly after hospital discharge
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200474
12-07-2020
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEManagement of home care by family caregivers to elderly after hospital discharge
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200474
12-07-2020DOI 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
07-09-2021
Abstract
Sexuality is associated with the quality of life of the elderly!
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20201272
07-09-2021DOI 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 ARTICLE
Stress and cortisol levels among members of the nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20180953
06-01-2020
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEStress and cortisol levels among members of the nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20180953
06-01-2020DOI 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 ARTICLE
Functional health literacy in hypertensive elders at primary health care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:266-273
12-05-2019
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEFunctional health literacy in hypertensive elders at primary health care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:266-273
12-05-2019DOI 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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