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01-01-2016
Profile of patients with brain tumors and the role of nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):150-155
Abstract
Profile of patients with brain tumors and the role of nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):150-155
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690120i
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Objective:
to describe the profile of 200 patients with central nervous system tumors (CNST), and the role of the nursing care.
Method:
prospective, quantitative and descriptive analysis of medical records of 200 patients with TSNC.
Results:
a total of 61% of our patients had benign CNST and 39% had malignant tumors. The extent of patient dependence, according to the Karnofsky Performance Status scale, was significantly greater for patients with malignant CNST (p < .05), indicating that these patients needed more support with their activities of daily living.
Conclusion:
patients with CNST need specialized care, with specific guidance regarding their disease and aspects of daily living after treatment. Thus, the nurse can function as a key element for the effectiveness of care provided to patients and family members with the aim of enhancing the quality of life of all those affected, directly or indirectly, by the disease.
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01-01-2016
Perfil dos pacientes com tumores cerebrais e o papel do enfermeiro
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):150-155
Abstract
Perfil dos pacientes com tumores cerebrais e o papel do enfermeiro
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):150-155
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690120i
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Objetivo:
describir el perfil de los 200 pacientes con tumores del sistema nervioso central (TSNC) y el papel de la enfermería.
Método:
análisis prospectivo, cuantitativo y descriptivo de los registros médicos de 200 pacientes con TSNC.
Resultados:
61% de los pacientes tenían TSNC benignos y 39% tumores malignos. El grado de la dependencia de los pacientes según la Escala de Karnofsky fue significativamente mayor en los pacientes con tumores malignos (P <0,05), lo que indica que estos pacientes necesitan más apoyo en las actividades diarias.
Conclusión:
los pacientes con tumores cerebrales requieren atención especializada, con directrices específicas sobre su enfermedad y aspectos de la vida diaria después del tratamiento. Por lo tanto, los enfermeros pueden ser un elemento clave para la eficacia de la atención prestada a los pacientes y sus familias con el objetivo de mejorar la calidad de vida de las personas afectadas por la enfermedad.
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01-01-2016
Clinical competences of nursing assistants: a strategy for people management
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):142-149
Abstract
Clinical competences of nursing assistants: a strategy for people management
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):142-149
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690119i
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Objective:
to identify the clinical competences of nursing assistants in a hospital organization and to understand how professional acquired these competences.
Method:
an exploratory study of a qualitative approach, performed at a private hospital in southern Brazil, through a semi-structured interview, in May and June 2013 with 20 nursing assistants.
Results:
the nursing assistantswho worked longer in the same work unit had a higher list of clinical competences. The acquisition of clinical competences occurred through interaction with other professionals; in daily nursing practice; in previous experiences and in formal learning.
Final considerations:
the identification of clinical competences and the way nursing assistants acquire these competences can be important resources for managing people, which can be used by nurse managers to better allocate these professionals and provide th e opportunity for their professional development.
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01-01-2016
Quality of life and accession to the pharmacological treatment among elderly hypertensive
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):134-141
Abstract
Quality of life and accession to the pharmacological treatment among elderly hypertensive
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):134-141
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690118i
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Objective:
to compare variables obtained in adherence and non-adherence to drug treatment for hypertension, according to socioeconomic situation, time of diagnosis, self-reported morbidities, indicative of depression and quality of life.
Method:
cross-sectional analytical study of 524 elderly with adherence and 505 non-adherence to the treatment. A descriptive analysis, Chi-square test and Student t test (p < 0.05) were held.
Results:
there was higher proportion of older subjects, indicative of morbidity and depression among those with adherence. Non-adherence subjects had lower scores in all domains and quality of life facets.
Conclusion:
actions favoring the adherence to pharmacological treatment should be recommended, to minimize the impact of comorbidities and improve quality of life.
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01-01-2016
Exposure and sun protection practices of university students
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):126-133
Abstract
Exposure and sun protection practices of university students
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):126-133
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690117i
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Objective:
to learn exposure and sun protection practices for university students.
Method:
a descriptive, cross-sectional study performed at a university in São Paulo.
Results:
the sample consisted of 385 young and data collection conducted through a form. Of the total, 239 (62%) young people were classified as skin type III and IV and 69 (17.9%) affirmed to have a history of skin cancer in the family. Most affirmed exposure to the sun between 10 a.m and 04 p.m and for more than one hour; 112 (29.1%) informed not employ safeguards. Among those who use sunscreen, the minority does so regularly.
Conclusion:
although the sample was made up of people with greater access to information, it was found exposure and sunscreen improperly. Education, individual and collective actions should be strengthened and prioritized given the incidence of skin cancer in the country.
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01-01-2016
Hospitalizations sensitive to primary health care at a regional hospital in the Federal District
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):118-125
Abstract
Hospitalizations sensitive to primary health care at a regional hospital in the Federal District
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):118-125
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690116i
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Objective:
to characterize hospitalizations for sensitive conditions to primary care of a regional hospital in the Federal District.
Method:
this is a descriptive study, such as case series that considered users admitted between 2008 and 2012 in the Regional Hospital of Ceilândia. The selection of hospitalizations was based on the Brazilian List, and the data were obtained from the Hospital information System. The descriptive statistics was used in the data processing and analysis.
Results:
ACSC (Ambulatory Care Sensitive Conditions) showed a growth tendency, mainly due to cerebrovascular diseases, lung diseases and infections in the kidney and urinary tract. Female and elderly patients showed a higher frequency of hospitalizations.
Conclusion:
the results may help managers and health professionals to implement actions that aim higher solvability of primary care, and contribute to the systematization of nursing care and improved health care.
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01-01-2016
Significations of being the caregiver of the companion with cancer: an existential look
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):110-117
Abstract
Significations of being the caregiver of the companion with cancer: an existential look
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):110-117
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690115i
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Objective:
to unveil the significances of women who experience being the caregiver of their companion with cancer.
Method:
a Heidegger’s phenomenological research, performed with ten women who are caregivers of their companions with cancer in a town in the northwest of the state of Paraná, Brazil, from December 2013 to February 2014. The following guiding question was used: “How has it been for you to care for your companion with cancer?”.
Results:
from the analysis of the speeches the following ontological themes emerged: “Taking responsibility of caring for the companion with cancer”, “Learning to live with the intimacy changes” and “Learning to live with the feelings related to care”. The data revealed the wives’ sense of responsibilities for caring and the influence of feelings in the act of caring, including the impact on the couple’s intimacy.
Conclusion:
in the midst of difficulties, the feelings of affection are the driving force behind these women to continue their actions as wife-caregivers.
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01-01-2016
Defining characteristics of the nursing diagnosis “ineffective airway clearance”
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):102-109
Abstract
Defining characteristics of the nursing diagnosis “ineffective airway clearance”
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):102-109
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690114i
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Objective:
to analyze the defining characteristics of the nursing diagnosis “ineffective airway clearance” in children with acute respiratory infection.
Method:
cross-sectional descriptive study, developed in two hospitals specialized in care for children. It was held a detailed respiratory evaluation of the child to identify the defining characteristics of the diagnosis under study.
Results:
a total of 249 children were evaluated, 55.8% were male and the median age was 13.76 months. Ineffective airway clearance was identified in 222 children (89.2%). The following defining characteristics presented statistically significant associations: dyspnea, expectoration, orthopnea, respiratory adventitious sounds, decreased breath sounds and ineffective cough. Decreased breath sounds, ineffective cough and respiratory adventitious sounds composed the logistic regression model.
Conclusion:
the characteristics decreased breath sounds, ineffective cough and respiratory adventitious sounds have better predictive capacity for the diagnosis “ineffective airway clearance” in children with acute respiratory infection.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-14-2021
Continuity of neuro-psychomotor stimulation of children with congenital Zika syndrome
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(6):e20200694
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEContinuity of neuro-psychomotor stimulation of children with congenital Zika syndrome
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(6):e20200694
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0694
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Objective:
Understand the continuity of stimulation of neuro-psychomotor development in children with congenital Zika syndrome.
Method:
Descriptive-exploratory study with theoretical support in symbolic interactionism. Between August and November 2019, 12 health professionals were interviewed in depth; and to the focus group, seven caregivers of children with the syndrome. The analysis was thematic inductive.
Results:
The continuation of neuro-psychomotor stimulation of children with Zika syndrome goes through: organizational difficulties (lack of doctors, professional unpreparedness, dissatisfaction and search for other services); socioenvironmental aspects (low maternal education, low socioeconomic level, difficulty in moving and lack of support); and conditions inherent to children (hospitalizations for respiratory crises, seizures, hypoactivity and social stigma).
Final considerations:
A strengthened support network with qualified human resources is necessary in order to provide comprehensive care and avoid the discontinuity of neuro-psychomotor stimulation of children with congenital Zika syndrome.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE08-20-2021
Risk of suicide among nursing students
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(6):e20200867
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLERisk of suicide among nursing students
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(6):e20200867
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0867
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Objectives:
to identify the risk and degree of risk of suicide in nursing students of a public institution in the countryside of Pernambuco, Brazil.
Methods:
this was a cross-sectional, quantitative research conducted with 150 students. For data collection, a sociodemographic questionnaire and the instrument, M.I.N.I. – Brazilian version 5.0.0 – Module C – Risk of suicide were used. Statistical analyses were performed with IBM(® )SPSS(®), version 23.
Results:
53.3% of nursing students had a risk of suicide, of which 20.7% had a high risk. Moreover, 22.67% reported previous suicide attempt. It is noteworthy that students without a partner have a higher risk of suicide (56.8%) than those with a partner (29.4%).
Conclusions:
it is perceived the need to develop programs that identify students at risk of suicide in higher education institutions, in order to raise awareness of the problem and implement policies to promote mental health in the academia.
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REVIEW08-20-2021
Root Cause Analysis, Failures and Effects in pediatric total quality management: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(6):e20200954
Abstract
REVIEWRoot Cause Analysis, Failures and Effects in pediatric total quality management: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(6):e20200954
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0954
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Objectives:
to analyze the applicability of Root Cause Analysis and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis tools, aiming to improve care in pediatric units.
Methods:
this is a scoping review carried out according to the Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines, following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyzes extension for Scoping Reviews. Search took place in May 2018 on 15 data sources.
Results:
search totaled 8,254 studies. After using the relevant inclusion and exclusion criteria, 15 articles were included in the review. Of these, nine were published between 2013 and 2018, 12 used Failure Mode and Effect Analysis and 11 carried out interventions to improve the quality of the processes addressed, showing good post-intervention results.
Final Considerations:
the application of the tools indicated significant changes and improvements in the services that implemented them, proving to be satisfactory for detecting opportunities for improvement, employing specific methodologies for harm reduction in pediatrics.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-26-2021
Representations about sexuality of people diagnosed late with HIV infection
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(6):e20201028
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLERepresentations about sexuality of people diagnosed late with HIV infection
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(6):e20201028
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-1028
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Objective:
to understand the representations about sexuality of people diagnosed late with HIV infection and its implications in the delayed search for diagnosis.
Methods:
this is a qualitative study, whose theoretical and methodological framework was Social Representation Theory. The research was carried out with 18 people diagnosed late with HIV infection through an open interview. For data analysis, Structural Narration Analysis was used, with support from MAXQDA 12®.
Results:
representations about sexuality contributed to delayed diagnosis, such as trust in a fixed partnership, sexual intercourse is natural, sexuality as a taboo, search for pleasure in sexual intercourse, regardless of risks, denial of risk for HIV infection.
Final considerations:
representations about sexuality participate in a web of stereotypes and riskier ways of living, which contribute to delayed diagnosis. Sexual health education remains necessary and essential throughout people’s lives.
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08-20-2021
Prevalence of central venous catheter salvage in newborn with staphylococcal bloodstream infection
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(6):e20201073
Abstract
Prevalence of central venous catheter salvage in newborn with staphylococcal bloodstream infection
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(6):e20201073
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-1073
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Objectives:
to establish the prevalence of salvage of central venous catheters in newborns with bloodstream infection caused by coagulase-negative staphylococci.
Methods:
retrospective cross-sectional study with 136 newborns admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit between 2011 and 2017. The total of 143 infection events undergoing antibiotic therapy were evaluated.
Results:
among the 143 infection events, 39 catheters in which antibiotic therapy was used were saved and in 69 cases, the device was removed. Positive central blood culture and single lumen catheter were factors associated with salvage failure. The probability of salvage decreased with infections diagnosed from 15 days of using the catheter. Negative blood culture raised the chance of salvage by fourfold.
Conclusions:
the use of antibiotic therapy in the treatment of infections resulted in a low prevalence of salvage of the central venous catheter. The probability of salvage was associated with variables of the device.
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EXPERIENCE REPORT02-15-2021
Coronavirus infections: health care planning based on Orem’s Nursing Theory
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200281
Abstract
EXPERIENCE REPORTCoronavirus infections: health care planning based on Orem’s Nursing Theory
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200281
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0281
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Objective:
to report the experience of professors and students of a graduate course on nursing care in coping with the new coronavirus (COVID-19) based on Self-Care Theory.
Method:
the active methodologies used were a literature search and seminar presentations, with an understanding of Orem’s theoretical concepts: health; man; self-care; universal, developmental and health deviation requirements; self-care activities; self-care deficits; the required therapeutic demand; nursing systems. The pandemic was considered a health deviation that requires critical thinking and nursing care planning. Methodological frameworks to classify nursing diagnoses, interventions, and outcomes were used.
Results:
for each health deviation, nursing systems were identified; self-care deficits, diagnoses; actions, interventions; and the form of assessment, outcomes.
Final considerations:
theoretical-practical reflections of the academic context support nursing care planning.
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REFLECTION03-05-2021
Reflections on patient safety incident reporting systems
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200307
Abstract
REFLECTIONReflections on patient safety incident reporting systems
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200307
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0307
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Objective:
To reflect on the main characteristics and recommendations of Incident Reporting Systems, discuss the population’s participation in reporting, and point out challenges in the Brazilian system.
Method:
Reflection study, based on Ordinance No. 529/13, which instituted the National Patient Safety Program, under Collegiate Board Resolution (CBR) No. 36/13; reflections by experts were added.
Results:
Reporting systems are a source for learning and monitoring, allow early detection of incidents, investigations and, mainly, the generation of recommendations prior to recurrences, in addition to raising information for patients and relatives. There is little participation of the population in the reporting, regardless of the type of system and characteristics such as confidentiality, anonymity, and mandatory nature.
Final Considerations:
In Brazil, although reporting is mandatory, there is an urgency to advance the involvement and participation of the population, professionals, and institutions. To simplify data entry by improving the interface and importing data from the reporting system is an objective to be achieved.
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EXPERIENCE REPORT01-29-2021
Restructuring service at a mastology outpatient clinic during the COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200571
Abstract
EXPERIENCE REPORTRestructuring service at a mastology outpatient clinic during the COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200571
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0571
Views0INTRODUCTIONCOVID-19 is a disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2) and has brought a threat to public health worldwide. In need of immediate changes, adaptations tend to be the way out to avoid contamination that potentially does not distinguish race, color, gender().The global numbers of suspected and confirmed cases are […]See more
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-05-2020
Professional master program: Preparing the nurse of the future
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200007
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEProfessional master program: Preparing the nurse of the future
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200007
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0007
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Objective:
Analyze the results of knowledge production from a graduate program for master’s degree in nursing.
Method:
This is a qualitative retrospective documentary study. Data were collected from the university library repository and the program website. In total, 83 dissertations were found, analyzed and arranged into five groups: worker’s health, care management, systematization of nursing care, health education, and nursing care.
Results:
The results indicate good practices such as manuals, guides, protocols, software, and products for systematization of care. They indicate concern about changing the reality with care practices and interventions, health education and continuing education.
Final considerations:
This study showed student commitment to the fields of practice when choosing the project theme. Students presented an intention to improve care, management, education and research, in the various dimensions of the profession.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-07-2020
Construction and validation of an educational gerontotechnology on frailty in elderly people
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200800
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEConstruction and validation of an educational gerontotechnology on frailty in elderly people
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200800
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0800
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Objective:
to construct and validate an educational gerontechnology on frailty in elderly people.
Method:
a methodological study developed in three stages: educational video construction, validation by expert judges and elderly people. Validation was carried out by 22 judges and 22 elderly people. Educational Content Validation Instrument was used for judges and questions adapted from the Suitability Assessment of Materials questionnaire for elderly people. For validation, agreement criterion greater than 80% was considered, verified using Content Validation Index and binomial test.
Results:
the video addresses recommendations for elderly people at risk of frailty and health-promoting habits, using cordel literature. An agreement greater than 80% was verified in all items assessed by judges and the target audience.
Conclusion:
the video proved to be valid in terms of content and appearance by judges and elderly people, with the potential to mediate health-promoting educational practices in healthy aging.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-06-2020
Vulnerability in the health of young transgender women living with HIV/AIDS
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(5):e20190046
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEVulnerability in the health of young transgender women living with HIV/AIDS
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(5):e20190046
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0046
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Objectives:
to analyze the health vulnerability of young female transgender living with HIV/AIDS.
Methods:
qualitative, descriptive, and exploratory study, based on the theoretical reference of Social Representation and concept of vulnerability; developed with six transgender women in a reference Hospital for HIV/AIDS. We analyzed the individual interviews, recorded, and transcribed in full, in the IRaMuTeQ software by Similitude Analysis.
Results:
the thematic categories are listed based on the Ayres reference: 1) Individual dimension of vulnerability to HIV/AIDS; 2) Social dimension of vulnerability to HIV/AIDS; 3) Programmatic dimension of the vulnerability.
Final Considerations:
the young female transsexual living with HIV/AIDS experience a context of vulnerability in health associated with a lack of knowledge and difficulties for the realization of self-care. The study evidenced the representations of social abjection and unpreparedness of the health team that compose the Primary Attention in Health in promoting qualified assistance for the execution of the effective and humanized care.
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EXPERIENCE REPORT07-31-2020
(In)visibility of children with special health needs and their families in primary care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190071
Abstract
EXPERIENCE REPORT(In)visibility of children with special health needs and their families in primary care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190071
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0071
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Objectives:
to discuss the (in)visibility of children with special healthcare needs and their families in the Primary Health Care scenario.
Methods:
experience report about the difficulties faced by researchers from different regions of Brazil to locate children with special healthcare needs in the scope of primary care.
Results:
the main reason for these children and their families to be “unknown” and, therefore, not assisted in PHC, is the fact that they are followed-up by institutions/outpatient clinics and specialized and/or public rehabilitation clinics, or even because they have private health insurance.
Final Considerations:
transferring care responsibility to the Primary Health Care teams to specialized and rehabilitation institutions may be related to the lack of knowledge of the care demands of this group, as well as to the relevance of care centered on rehabilitation and the specialty instead of the long-term care, one of the features of primary health care.
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03-19-2021
Validity and reliability of Kessler Psychological Distress Scale for Brazilian elderly: a cross-sectional study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200365
Abstract
Validity and reliability of Kessler Psychological Distress Scale for Brazilian elderly: a cross-sectional study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200365
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0365
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Objective:
to verify the validity and reliability of the Psychological Distress Scale for screening mental distress.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study with 75 elderly people. Psychological Distress scale and Self Reporting Questionnaire were used. Criterion validity was verified using Spearman’s correlation and diagnostic accuracy measures. Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was used to investigate reliability.
Results:
the total internal consistency of the Psychological Distress Scale was α=0.844. Concurrent validity between this instrument and the Self Reporting Questionnaire was ρ=0.722 (p<0.001). The best cut-off point for screening mental distress among elderly people was a total score greater than 14, with sensitivity equal to 75.47% and specificity equal to 85.0%.
Conclusions:
the scale was robust for screening mental distress, given its high reliability, in terms of homogeneity, and adequate criterion validity, whose best cut-off point for screening was a score greater than 14.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-21-2019
Hand hygiene: knowledge and skill of caregivers in the hematopoietic stem cell transplantation
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(6):1653-1662
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEHand hygiene: knowledge and skill of caregivers in the hematopoietic stem cell transplantation
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(6):1653-1662
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0788
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Objective:
to identify the knowledge and ability of caregivers on hand hygiene in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
Method:
a prospective cross-sectional study. A questionnaire was used to identify the knowledge and it was observed the hygiene technique performance. Data were collected in two units (autologous and allogeneic transplant).
Results:
the 37 participants recognized the importance of hand hygiene and 95.5% related to removal of dirt or infection prevention. 91.9% stated that it was important to clean their hands with soap and water when entering and leaving the room, and 64.9% understood that it was necessary to apply alcoholic solution after washing. On average, the caregivers scored 6.16 steps, when demonstrating the washing technique and 3.91 steps in the friction with alcoholic solution.
Conclusion:
although they recognize the importance of the procedure, there are deficits related to the moment and the correct way of doing it, evidencing the need for strategies aimed at improving this process.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-31-2020
Pain assessment in pediatrics
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190109
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPain assessment in pediatrics
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190109
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0109
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Objectives:
to investigate how the pain assessment and management process in pediatric patients is performed and suggestions for its improvement.
Methods:
exploratory, qualitative study. Nine professionals from the nursing team of a pediatric hospital unit in Porto Alegre/RS participated in the study. A sociodemographic questionnaire and semi-structured interviews were used with content analysis.
Results:
the results reinforced the importance of pain assessment with family participation and the need to use tools and process improvements in the training and sensitization of professionals.
Final Considerations:
after the study was concluded, there was a clear need to address the issue, highlighting its relevance for pain resolution in pediatric patients.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-21-2019
Perception of health professionals about neonatal palliative care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(6):1707-1714
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPerception of health professionals about neonatal palliative care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(6):1707-1714
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0842
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Objective:
To identify the perception of health professionals about neonatal palliative care.
Method:
A phenomenological qualitative study, a non-probabilistic sample, of 15 health professionals from a neonatal intensive care unit in northern Portugal. Content analysis was performed.
Results:
Despite their lack of training in palliative care, the health professionals showed concern for the dignity, quality of life and comfort of the newborn and family. They expressed emotional and relational difficulties in following the trajectories of serious illness and death and in the ethical decisions regarding the end-of-life.
Conclusion:
It is emphasized that professionals are sensitive to pain and suffering and reveal dedicated and committed in the care of the newborn and family. They are available to train and embrace the current challenges posed by the constitution of pediatric palliative care teams and to help achieve an organizational culture that advances in such care.
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