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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-24-2022
Spatial analysis of AIDS in the state of Maranhão: an ecological study 2011-2018
- Livia Cristina Sousa
, - Tereza Cristina Silva ,
- Thaís Furtado Ferreira ,
- Arlene de Jesus Mendes Caldas
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLESpatial analysis of AIDS in the state of Maranhão: an ecological study 2011-2018
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20210131
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0131
- Livia Cristina Sousa ,
- Tereza Cristina Silva ,
- Thaís Furtado Ferreira ,
- Arlene de Jesus Mendes Caldas
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Objective:
Analyze the spatio-temporal distribution of AIDS cases in Maranhão.
Methods:
Ecological study of AIDS cases in the Notifiable Diseases Information System, 2011-2018. Gross and adjusted incidences were calculated using the Baysean method; then, the Moran Global and Local Indices to observe the existence of spatial autocorrelation of the cases and for the delimitation of high and low risk clusters.
Results:
6,349 cases were reported, which were distributed heterogeneously. There was an advance of cases to new areas and persistence in old areas, such as in the capital São Luís and its surroundings. The dissemination did not occur at random, with positive spatial autocorrelation, with evidence of the formation of clusters in the municipalities of São Luís, São José de Ribamar and Paço do Lumiar.
Conclusion:
High-risk areas have been identified and should be considered a priority for investment in health, management, and organization of health services.
- Livia Cristina Sousa
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TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION09-24-2022
Transitional care from the hospital to the home in heart failure: implementation of best practices
- Michele Nakahara-Melo ,
- Ana Paula da Conceição ,
- Diná de Almeida Lopes Monteiro da Cruz ,
- Vilanice Alves de Araújo Püschel
Abstract
TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONTransitional care from the hospital to the home in heart failure: implementation of best practices
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20210123
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0123
- Michele Nakahara-Melo ,
- Ana Paula da Conceição ,
- Diná de Almeida Lopes Monteiro da Cruz ,
- Vilanice Alves de Araújo Püschel
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Objectives:
Assess the compliance of the implementation of better evidence in the transitional care of the person with heart failure from the hospital to the home.
Methods:
Evidence implementation project according to the JBI methodology in a cardiology hospital in São Paulo. Six criteria were audited before and after implementing strategies to increase compliance with best practices. 14 nurses and 22 patients participated in the audits.
Results:
In the baseline audit, compliance was null with five of the six criteria. Strategies: training of nurses; reformulation of the hospital discharge form and guidance on self-care in care contexts; and making telephone contact on the 7th, 14th and 21st days after discharge. In the follow-up audit, there was 100% compliance with five of the six criteria.
Conclusion:
The project made it possible to increase the compliance of transitional care practices in people with heart failure with the recommendations based on the best evidence.
- Michele Nakahara-Melo
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-24-2022
Characterization of obstetric care developed in teaching hospitals in a capital of northeast Brazil
- Larissa Lages Ferrer de Oliveira ,
- Ruth França Cizino da Trindade ,
- Amuzza Aylla Pereira dos Santos ,
- Laura Maria Tenório Ribeiro Pinto ,
- Ana Jéssica Cassimiro da Silva , [ … ],
- Mariza Silva Almeida
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLECharacterization of obstetric care developed in teaching hospitals in a capital of northeast Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20200896
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0896
- Larissa Lages Ferrer de Oliveira ,
- Ruth França Cizino da Trindade ,
- Amuzza Aylla Pereira dos Santos ,
- Laura Maria Tenório Ribeiro Pinto ,
- Ana Jéssica Cassimiro da Silva ,
- Mariza Silva Almeida
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Objective:
to describe the obstetric care developed in teaching hospitals (TH) in the city of Maceió-AL, intended for high-risk pregnancies.
Methods:
Retrospective cohort study performed between June and November 2018 with 291 women who received assistance with vaginal delivery, cesarean section, or abortion process in teaching hospitals selected as settings for this research. Data collection allowed the characterization of the interviewees as well as the assistance received and its relationship with obstetric violence. The analysis was performed using descriptive and analytical statistics with the aid of the Epi Info software (version 7.2.0.1) and measures that allowed the comparison of means and proportions.
Results:
All women reported at least one violent situation, contrary to recommendations based on scientific evidence.
Conclusion:
It becomes necessary to optimize professional training to deconstruct obstetric care based on medicalization and pathologization of pregnancy and strengthen science-based care.
- Larissa Lages Ferrer de Oliveira
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-24-2022
Risk classification in a pediatric service: evaluation of the structure, process, and outcome
- Karynne Borges Cabral ,
- Cristiane Chagas Teixeira ,
- Julianna Malagoni Cavalcante Oliveira ,
- Jacqueline Andreia Bernardes Leão Cordeiro ,
- Keila Cristianne Trindade da Cruz , [ … ],
- Lizete Malagoni de Almeida Cavalcante Oliveira
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLERisk classification in a pediatric service: evaluation of the structure, process, and outcome
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20210022
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0022
- Karynne Borges Cabral ,
- Cristiane Chagas Teixeira ,
- Julianna Malagoni Cavalcante Oliveira ,
- Jacqueline Andreia Bernardes Leão Cordeiro ,
- Keila Cristianne Trindade da Cruz ,
- Leidiene Ferreira Santos ,
- Virginia Visconde Brasil ,
- Lizete Malagoni de Almeida Cavalcante Oliveira
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Objectives:
to evaluate a pediatric risk evaluation and classification service in the aspects of structure, process, and outcome.
Methods:
a cross-sectional, descriptive, and exploratory study in which qualitative data complement the results. Data collection by non-participant observation, interview, and consultation of medical records.
Results:
we observed two hundred and four visits. The service works in a makeshift room and without privacy. The nurses did not use various materials/equipment available for evaluation, rarely performed a physical examination, used the interview most of the time, and did not consult the protocol. Parents/companions received no information, and medical records showed incomplete records. Nurses classified 69.1% of the children as non-emergency. The most frequent outcome of the visits was discharge.
Conclusions:
the service showed weaknesses in the physical structure, in the risk classification process, and the outcomes, but it presents a good resolution in the assistance. We recommend a revision in the protocol used and sensitize nurses about the work process and communication with parents/companions.
- Karynne Borges Cabral
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-23-2022
Peripherally inserted central catheter obstruction in packed red blood cell transfusions in neonates
- Maria Gorete de Brito Cunha ,
- Mitzy Tânnia Reichembach Danski ,
- Clélia Mozara Giacomozzi ,
- Andreia Tomazoni ,
- Denise Miyuki Kussahara
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPeripherally inserted central catheter obstruction in packed red blood cell transfusions in neonates
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(4):e20210967
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0967
- Maria Gorete de Brito Cunha ,
- Mitzy Tânnia Reichembach Danski ,
- Clélia Mozara Giacomozzi ,
- Andreia Tomazoni ,
- Denise Miyuki Kussahara
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Objectives:
to estimate incidence and free time of peripherally inserted central catheter obstruction in newborns undergoing red blood cell transfusion in the first 24 hours after the procedure.
Methods:
a longitudinal study, carried out with neonates in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at a teaching hospital in Paraná, between January and July 2019. The sample consisted of 46 transfusion events performed in neonates through a peripherally inserted central catheter. Analysis performed according to descriptive statistics.
Results:
thirty-one catheters were analyzed, inserted in 24 neonates, through which 46 red blood cell transfusions were performed. Most neonates were male, gestational age <32 weeks, weight <1,500 grams, hospitalized mainly for prematurity. Among the 31 catheters, one (3.2%) presented obstruction after transfusion.
Conclusions:
The occurrence of obstructions immediately after transfusion was low and the catheters remained complication free for the next 24 hours.
- Maria Gorete de Brito Cunha
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-23-2022
Validation of the Informal Caregiver Burden Assessment Questionnaire for Brazil – short version
- Elaine Trevezanuto Correia ,
- Anderson da Silva Rêgo ,
- Marcelo da Silva ,
- Rafaely de Cássia Nogueira Sanches ,
- Eraldo Schunk Silva , [ … ],
- Cremilde Aparecida Trindade Radovanovic
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEValidation of the Informal Caregiver Burden Assessment Questionnaire for Brazil – short version
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(4):e20210862
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0862
- Elaine Trevezanuto Correia ,
- Anderson da Silva Rêgo ,
- Marcelo da Silva ,
- Rafaely de Cássia Nogueira Sanches ,
- Eraldo Schunk Silva ,
- Daniela Milani ,
- Cremilde Aparecida Trindade Radovanovic
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Objectives:
to cross-culturally adapt the short version of the Informal Caregiver Burden Assessment Questionnaire to the Brazilian culture and test its psychometric properties.
Methods:
the questionnaire was translated, adapted, and applied to a sample of 280 informal caregivers. The psychometric assessment was verified by estimating psychometric sensitivity and internal structure validity.
Results:
inter-rater agreement was satisfactory among specialists. In the seven-factor model, item (Q9) of the domain “Perception of Efficacy and Control Mechanisms” showed a factor loading less than 0.40 (ʎ = 0.26), and an alternative six-factor model was evaluated. However, both models showed excellent fit indices, and it was decided to keep the seven-factor reference model. Reliability was satisfactory for the seven subscales (α > 0.70).
Conclusions:
the questionnaire was adapted and showed adequate psychometric indices in the Brazilian context in which it was evaluated, preserving its original essence.
- Elaine Trevezanuto Correia
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-23-2022
Analysis of the concept of cardiovascular risk: contributions to nursing practice
- Nuno Damácio de Carvalho Félix ,
- Brenda Silva Cunha ,
- Maria Naiane Rolim Nascimento ,
- Douglas Vieira Braga ,
- Célida Juliana de Oliveira , [ … ],
- Maria Miriam Lima da Nóbrega
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEAnalysis of the concept of cardiovascular risk: contributions to nursing practice
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(4):e20210803
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0803
- Nuno Damácio de Carvalho Félix ,
- Brenda Silva Cunha ,
- Maria Naiane Rolim Nascimento ,
- Douglas Vieira Braga ,
- Célida Juliana de Oliveira ,
- Marcos Antônio Gomes Brandão ,
- Alba Lucia Bottura Leite de Barros ,
- Maria Miriam Lima da Nóbrega
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Objectives:
to analyze the concept of cardiovascular risk to support nursing practice.
Methods:
this is an analysis to define the concept of cardiovascular risk, through the use of eight steps of Walker’s and Avant’s framework, using a literature review in indexed scientific journals.
Results:
cardiovascular risk is defined in a broad and original way as a context of health and nursing care that makes it possible to identify modifiable (cardiometabolic, behavioral, psychosocial, cultural and occupational) and non-modifiable (biological) risk factors for cardiovascular diseases that act as early and interrelated markers, of multiple and heterogeneous etiology, predisposing to cardiovascular vulnerability.
Conclusions:
with the analysis and definition of the concept of cardiovascular risk, we realized that it will be possible to base nursing practice, with implications in clinical practice for identifying and reducing risk factors for cardiovascular diseases, with nursing relevance in the care of these subjects.
- Nuno Damácio de Carvalho Félix
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-23-2022
Brain death communication with parents of children and adolescents: care strategies
- Neide da Silva Knihs ,
- Lyandra Caroline Feisther ,
- Juliana dos Santos ,
- Rosi Meri da Silva ,
- Sibele Maria Schuantes Paim , [ … ],
- Maria Lígia dos Reis Bellaguarda
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEBrain death communication with parents of children and adolescents: care strategies
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(3):e20210943
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0943
- Neide da Silva Knihs ,
- Lyandra Caroline Feisther ,
- Juliana dos Santos ,
- Rosi Meri da Silva ,
- Sibele Maria Schuantes Paim ,
- Janine Schirmer ,
- João Luis Erbs Pessoa ,
- Maria Lígia dos Reis Bellaguarda
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Objectives:
to identify care strategies developed by professionals from critically ill patients’ units in communicating BD with parents of children and adolescents.
Methods:
an exploratory and descriptive research with a qualitative approach, carried out in two health institutions between October and December 2019, through semi-structured interviews. Data analysis took place through content analysis.
Results:
twenty-one professionals participated. Three care strategies were identified: actual clinical situation in suspected brain death; sensitizing families to the real clinical situation after brain death diagnosis; and time to assimilate the death information.
Final Considerations:
the care strategies for communicating brain death to families identified in this study present the possibility of subsidizing health managers in training and support promotion for professionals in care practice. Moreover, they can be incorporated and validated in the care practice of the studied context.
- Neide da Silva Knihs
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REFLECTION06-29-2020
Recommendations in covid-19 times: a view for home care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200310
Abstract
REFLECTIONRecommendations in covid-19 times: a view for home care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200310
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0310
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Objective:
To suggest recommendations for the practice of Home Nursing in the context of COVID-19.
Method:
Reflective study, originated from readings associated with the theme, available in current guidelines from the Pan American Health Organization, World Health Organization and the Ministry of Health.
Results:
Recommendations were developed from current scientific evidence for prevention of infections, control of epidemics and pandemics in the Brazilian home scenario.
Final considerations:
the reflections achieved contribute to guiding actions for better assistance to the patient, family caregivers and the community in the perspective of safe home care with COVID-19, and it is characterized as an introductory discussion on the theme, encouraging new studies to be carried out from the unfolding of the current scenario.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-21-2019
Educational hypermedia in nursing assistance at birth: building and validation of content and appearance
- Lara Leite de Oliveira ,
- Igor Cordeiro Mendes ,
- Marianne Maia Dutra Balsells ,
- Elizian Braga Rodrigues Bernardo ,
- Régia Christina Moura Barbosa Castro , [ … ],
- Ana Kelve de Castro Damasceno
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEEducational hypermedia in nursing assistance at birth: building and validation of content and appearance
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(6):1471-1478
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167/2018-0163
- Lara Leite de Oliveira ,
- Igor Cordeiro Mendes ,
- Marianne Maia Dutra Balsells ,
- Elizian Braga Rodrigues Bernardo ,
- Régia Christina Moura Barbosa Castro ,
- Priscila de Sousa Aquino ,
- Ana Kelve de Castro Damasceno
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Objective:
to build an educational hypermedia about nursing care at usual risk birth and to perform validation of content and appearance.
Method:
methodological research carried out following the following stages: content and planning of modules; media production and organization of tutorial units; organization of student space, tutor and communication between them; availability of hypermedia; assessment by experts in nursing and informatics; and implementation of proposed suggestions.
Results:
educational hypermedia showed to be a validated material, since it presented an optimum index of global content of 0.97 and statistical significance in the binomial test for the content and appearance.
Conclusion:
it is believed that the use of this material with undergraduate students in nursing will contribute to the quality of obstetric care, considering that it is an illustrated technology capable of favoring teaching-learning about normal humanized childbirth.
- Lara Leite de Oliveira
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-21-2020
Prevalence of xerostomia in women during breast cancer chemotherapy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190785
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPrevalence of xerostomia in women during breast cancer chemotherapy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190785
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0785
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Objective:
To identify the prevalence of xerostomia in women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer.
Method:
Prospective cohort with 27 women who underwent up to 16 sessions of intravenous chemotherapy. Data collection was performed at the outpatient clinic of a university hospital in the city of São Paulo, where two forms were applied before the start of treatment and the Xerostomia Inventory before and after each chemotherapy session.
Results:
Complaints of dry mouth were present in 48.1% of women before chemotherapy, and they were approximately 28 times more likely to develop dry mouth during treatment. It was observed that the use of antiemetics contributed to the occurrence of xerostomia, and the anti-ulcerous were presented as a protective factor.
Conclusion:
The study identified both a high prevalence of xerostomia regardless of the chemotherapy used and the need to create protocols to improve the quality of life of these patients.
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04-14-2021
Child behavior during the social distancing in the COVID-19 pandemic
- Eny Dórea Paiva ,
- Luciana Rodrigues da Silva ,
- Maria Estela Diniz Machado ,
- Rosane Cordeiro Burla de Aguiar ,
- Karina Rangel da Silva Garcia , [ … ],
- Paloma Gonçalves Martins Acioly
Abstract
Child behavior during the social distancing in the COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200762
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0762
- Eny Dórea Paiva ,
- Luciana Rodrigues da Silva ,
- Maria Estela Diniz Machado ,
- Rosane Cordeiro Burla de Aguiar ,
- Karina Rangel da Silva Garcia ,
- Paloma Gonçalves Martins Acioly
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Objective:
To describe the daily activities performed by children from 6 to 12 years of age incomplete and analyze children’s behavior during social distancing in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods:
Cross-sectional study with children in a learning stage living in Brazil. The data were collected via online form. Fisher’s exact test was applied to analyze the association of categorical variables with child behavior; when significant, it was used the odds ratio. It was considered results considered statistically significant those presenting values of p < 0.05.
Results:
Data from 530 children were analyzed: 50.3% female, 71.3% from the Southeast Region, 73% in fulltime social distancing, 52% presented anxiety, which was significantly associated with changes in sleep and appetite.
Conclusion:
The results indicate the need for parents/caretakers to stimulate moments for the child to express themselves, not minimizing their feelings and providing emotional support to mitigate the negative impact of these feelings on the child’s mental and physical health.
- Eny Dórea Paiva
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07-12-2021
Coping strategies, concerns, and habits of Brazilian men in the COVID-19 context
- Anderson Reis de Sousa ,
- Jules Ramon Brito Teixeira ,
- Tilson Nunes Mota ,
- Thiago da Silva Santana ,
- Sélton Diniz dos Santos , [ … ],
- Álvaro Francisco Lopes Sousa
Abstract
Coping strategies, concerns, and habits of Brazilian men in the COVID-19 context
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20210040
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0040
- Anderson Reis de Sousa ,
- Jules Ramon Brito Teixeira ,
- Tilson Nunes Mota ,
- Thiago da Silva Santana ,
- Sélton Diniz dos Santos ,
- Magno Conceição das Merces ,
- Evanilda Souza de Santana Carvalho ,
- Álvaro Francisco Lopes Sousa
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Objective:
To describe coping strategies, concerns and habits of Brazilian men during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Method:
Cross-sectional, descriptive and nationwide study, carried out in 2020 with a total of 1015 men living in Brazil. A descriptive statistic was used.
Results:
Young (41.2%), black (61.4%), highly educated (66.8%), high income (33.2%), living with family/friends (49.7%) and formal workers (65.6%) predominated. As coping strategies predominated: exclusive use of the private health system (36.4%), support from family/friends (78.2%) and leisure (97.7%) and domestic activities (64.9 %). Social distancing (59.7%), economic (58.0%) and work situations (44.4%) were the main reasons for concern. Among the prevention/control attitudes, hand washing (94.3%) and social distancing (91.0%) prevailed. Media consumption (84.6%) and health risk (65.4%) were the main increased habits.
Conclusion:
Brazilian men adopted coping strategies recommended by health authorities, with concerns and habits of potential risk to physical and mental health.
- Anderson Reis de Sousa
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-05-2019
Gerontotechnology for fall prevention of the elderly with Parkinson
- Juliana Martins Ferreira ,
- Karina Silveira de Almeida Hammerschmidt ,
- Josiane Steil Siewert ,
- Angela Maria Alvarez ,
- Melissa Orlandi Honório Locks , [ … ],
- Ivonete Teresinha Schülter Buss Heidemann
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEGerontotechnology for fall prevention of the elderly with Parkinson
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:243-250
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0704
- Juliana Martins Ferreira ,
- Karina Silveira de Almeida Hammerschmidt ,
- Josiane Steil Siewert ,
- Angela Maria Alvarez ,
- Melissa Orlandi Honório Locks ,
- Ivonete Teresinha Schülter Buss Heidemann
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Objective:
to develop the gerontological nursing care process among the elderly with Parkinson’s disease, aiming at the promotion of health through the creation of gerontotechnologies for fall prevention.
Method:
Convergent Care Research was used as a methodological route. Data were collected from February to October 2017, with the participation of nine elderly people with Parkinson’s disease. An educational booklet, a memory game called “não cai istepô”, a memory game called “caiu de maduro” were developed through clinical evaluation through scales, recorded semi-structured interview and workshops.
Results:
the application of gerontotechnology resulted from the elderly in self-care, empowerment and knowledge through play, revealing interest in behavior change, independence and learning, as well as serving as a facilitator of care.
Conclusion:
the gerontotechnologies presented as a playful and innovative instrument for the nursing gerontological care process.
- Juliana Martins Ferreira
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-01-2020
Occupational stress of nurses from the Mobile Emergency Care Service
- Alessandra Ferreira Araújo ,
- Luciana Neves da Silva Bampi ,
- Caio Cesar de Olivera Cabral ,
- Rayanne Silva Queiroz ,
- Luiza Helena Brito Calasans , [ … ],
- Tiago Silva Vaz
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEOccupational stress of nurses from the Mobile Emergency Care Service
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20180898
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0898
- Alessandra Ferreira Araújo ,
- Luciana Neves da Silva Bampi ,
- Caio Cesar de Olivera Cabral ,
- Rayanne Silva Queiroz ,
- Luiza Helena Brito Calasans ,
- Tiago Silva Vaz
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Objective:
To evaluate stress, and to associate it with sociodemographic and clinical aspects of nurses from the Mobile Emergency Care Service.
Method:
This is an observational, cross-sectional and quantitative study conducted with 123 nurses, who answered a questionnaire to assess sociodemographic and clinical variables, and the Job Stress Scale, which evaluates stress in the workplace.
Results:
The results indicated that most of them were women, 20 to 40 years old, married, without another employment bond and with specialization course. They had low control and low demand at work and performed a passive work. Women reported passive work and high stress levels, while men were equally divided in active and passive work with low stress levels.
Conclusion:
Passive work is harmful to health and it is related to lack of autonomy, decision-making, and social support. It may lead to reduced ability to solve problems faced in daily work routine.
- Alessandra Ferreira Araújo
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REFLECTION02-10-2020
Effectiveness of clinical surface cleaning and disinfection: evaluation methods
- Oleci Pereira Frota ,
- Adriano Menis Ferreira ,
- Marcelo Alessandro Rigotti ,
- Denise de Andrade ,
- Nájla Moreira Amaral Borges , [ … ],
- Marcos Antonio Ferreira Júnior
Abstract
REFLECTIONEffectiveness of clinical surface cleaning and disinfection: evaluation methods
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(1):e20180623
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0623
- Oleci Pereira Frota ,
- Adriano Menis Ferreira ,
- Marcelo Alessandro Rigotti ,
- Denise de Andrade ,
- Nájla Moreira Amaral Borges ,
- Marcos Antonio Ferreira Júnior
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Objective:
To discuss the methods employed to evaluate the effectiveness of clinical surface cleaning and disinfection (C&D).
Method:
This is a theoretical reflection based on scientific studies and the experience of the authors. Knowledge and current gaps, the need for further studies, and practical application of the methods were approached.
Results:
There are four main methods used to evaluate the effectiveness of clinical surface C&D: visual inspection, fluorescent markers, microbiological cultures, and adenosine triphosphate (ATP) bioluminescence. The first two are used to evaluate the process and to predict adherence to protocols by the staff, and the last two are employed to evaluate the results, therefore being the most relevant to assess the risk of infection.
Final considerations:
The ideal method was not found, because all of them showed limitations. There is a need for strategies to optimize the precision of these methods.
- Oleci Pereira Frota
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