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RESEARCH06-01-2015
Elderly families of South of Brazil in the Health Strategy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):406-413
Abstract
RESEARCHElderly families of South of Brazil in the Health Strategy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):406-413
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680305i
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Objective:
to characterize families and health status of the elderly in the Family Health Strategy and to verify the association of family composition with sociodemographic characteristics and health of the elderly.
Method:
population-based study with 215 families and 266 elderly, linked to the Family Health Strategy from a city of Rio Grande do Sul state.
Results:
there was predominance of nuclear family composition, considered as the main source of informal support, families of female elderly (62.6%) and cardiovascular complication. The nuclear structure was signifi cantly associated with female gender (PR = 0.77; p = 0.025) and smoking (PR = 1.35; p = 0.009).
Conclusion:
the results reinforce the need to maintain a network of formal and informal support to the elderly and their families to preserve the independence or to postpone the decline in functional capacity.
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RESEARCH06-01-2015
From real to ideal – the health (un)care of long-lived elders
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):398-405
Abstract
RESEARCHFrom real to ideal – the health (un)care of long-lived elders
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):398-405
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680304i
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Objective:
to analyze similarities and dissimilarities in the meanings assigned to health care by long-lived elders and nursing professionals in a healthcare setting.
Method:
ethnographic qualitative research, based on the Spradley-McCurdy method and the interpretive anthropology of Geertz and Kleinman. The sample consisted of 20 key informants. Data were collected through participatory observation and ethnographic interviews from March to October 2013 and analyzed in domains, taxonomies and cultural themes.
Results:
Six domains and cultural taxonomies emerged and revealed reasons, attributes, and resources in providing care in relationship to long-lived elders and nursing professionals; fi nally, the following cultural theme emerged: the real to the ideal – the health (un)care of long-lived elders.
Conclusion:
The study showed the distance between the desired and actual health care provided to aged people in the scenario studied.
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RESEARCH06-01-2015
Rescuing the pleasure of playing of child with cancer in a hospital setting
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):391-397
Abstract
RESEARCHRescuing the pleasure of playing of child with cancer in a hospital setting
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):391-397
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680303i
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Objective:
to dimension spaces and people that act on playing of children with cancer in outpatient treatment.
Method:
qualitative research developed with the creative sensitive method. A total of twenty two family members of seven children with cancer in outpatient treatment at a public hospital in Rio de Janeiro participated of this research. Data were generated in the family members’ homes, from September 2011 to May 2012.
Results:
after the diagnosis of childhood cancer, there was a change of scene and in the people who interact and play with children. Hospital has a central place for it, since children discover the pleasure of playing in this setting.
Conclusion:
the health care professional, especially nurses, who work on hospital care needs, should develop the ability of facilitate playing and therefore, enable care that promotes childhood development.
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RESEARCH06-01-2015
Child Health Surveillance: nurses perspective
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):384-390
Abstract
RESEARCHChild Health Surveillance: nurses perspective
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):384-390
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680302i
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Objective:
to analyze conceptions of nurses on child health surveillance in family health units.
Method:
a qualitative study with thematic analysis of the data, based on the paradigm of Health Surveillance. Interviews were conducted with 13 nurses in a countryside city in the state of Sao Paulo.
Results:
nurses conceived child health surveillance as an active monitoring, which should be comprehensive, identifying risks/vulnerabilities, through multidisciplinary and intersectoral actions that are dependent on maternal involvement. We found partial development of these assumptions in practice, due to diffi culties such as lack of maternal involvement in the proposed actions, lack of time for discussion and adoption of measures in the units and disarticulation between levels and sectors of the city.
Conclusion:
a greater political and technical investment is needed to ensure the adoption of this model in different sectors and levels of care of the city.
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EDITORIAL06-01-2015
The many sides of Research Integrity: For Integrity in Nursing!
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):375-377
Abstract
EDITORIALThe many sides of Research Integrity: For Integrity in Nursing!
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):375-377
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680301i
Views1We recently had the opportunity to participate in the 4th World Conference on Research Integrity in Rio de Janeiro. For us researchers, professors, authors, reviewers and scientific editors of nursing periodicals, the event was a watershed: From this point forward, we must step up our game and catch up with other areas that already discuss […]See more -
EDITORIAL06-01-2015
As diversas faces da Integridade em Pesquisa: por uma Enfermagem íntegra!
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):375-377
Abstract
EDITORIALAs diversas faces da Integridade em Pesquisa: por uma Enfermagem íntegra!
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):375-377
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680301i
Views0Recentemente, tivemos oportunidade de participar da 4ª Conferência Mundial de Integridade em Pesquisa, no Rio de Janeiro. Para nós, pesquisadores, docentes, autores, pareceristas e editores científicos de periódicos de Enfermagem foi um evento divisor de águas: de ora em diante precisamos apertar o passo para alcançar as áreas que já têm as questões de Integridade […]See more -
REFLECTION01-01-2015
Professional Master’s Degree: potential contribution to Advanced Practice Nursing
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1186-1189
Abstract
REFLECTIONProfessional Master’s Degree: potential contribution to Advanced Practice Nursing
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1186-1189
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680626i
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A reflection articleabout the contribution of Master’s Degree Programs in Advanced Practice Nursing and the Universal Health Coverage and the Universal Health Access, topicsthat have been discussed by the Pan American Health Organization, and which the Brazilian Nursingrequires not just appropriate, but further studyto reflect in order to define directions for our profession.
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REVIEW01-01-2015
Concept of family insufficiency in the aged: critical literature analysis
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1176-1185
Abstract
REVIEWConcept of family insufficiency in the aged: critical literature analysis
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1176-1185
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680625i
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Objective:
to identify the attributes of the “family insufficiency” concept of the aged in the literature.
Method:
critical literature analysis.
Results:
family insufficiency is characterized as a complex process of psychosocial interaction, founded mainly on low social support of the aged and impaired family ties. Its antecedents are found in contemporary transformations within the family system, intergenerational conflicts, impaired family relationships and social vulnerability of the family. The consequences of family insufficiency include social vulnerability of the aged, decline of psychological and functional health, lower quality of life and unsuccessful aging. An original theoretical proposal was elaborated for the concept of family insufficiency in the elderly, with the identification of its attributes, antecedents and consequences.
Conclusion:
the findings of this study constitute a theoretical advancement in the Family Insufficiency Syndrome in elderly people and provide data for future field research in developing the concept.
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EDITORIAL12-08-2024
Ibero-American nursing context: constructing and sharing knowledge
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e770101
Abstract
EDITORIALIbero-American nursing context: constructing and sharing knowledge
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e770101
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2024770101
Views0Next week, two major scientific events will take place in Madrid and Granada (Spain). These will be international, specific activities in a very special way, although not exclusive to the Ibero-American field, organized and developed by two very important scientific nursing societies, such as Community Nursing Association (AEC) and Latin American Association of Schools and […]See more -
REVIEW12-08-2024
Interventions for Strengthening General Self-Efficacy Beliefs in College Students: An Integrative Review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230192
Abstract
REVIEWInterventions for Strengthening General Self-Efficacy Beliefs in College Students: An Integrative Review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230192
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0192
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Objective:
To assess the evidence regarding the effectiveness of interventions aimed at strengthening self-efficacy beliefs in college students.
Methods:
Integrative Review conducted on the Lilacs, PubMed, CinahL, Cochrane Collaboration Databases, Scopus, and PsycInfo databases. The methodological quality of the studies was assessed using tools proposed by the Joanna Briggs Institute, and the results were analyzed descriptively.
Results:
Out of the 10 selected studies, six demonstrated that interventions aimed at strengthening self-efficacy were effective (Levels of Evidence II and III), and four revealed contrary results (Levels of Evidence I and II). Programs aimed at enhancing self-efficacy should include content on positive mental health, psychoeducation strategies, cover a period of eight to twelve weeks, and consider the completion of homework assignments.
Conclusion:
The synthesis of evidence pointed to pathways for building an effective self-efficacy strengthening program to be implemented in universities.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2024
Safe practices for bed bathing in the intensive care unit: validation of a checklist
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230135
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLESafe practices for bed bathing in the intensive care unit: validation of a checklist
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230135
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0135
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Objective:
To validate a checklist for safe bathing in critically ill patients.
Methods:
This is a methodological and quantitative study. Researchers developed a checklist for safe bathing in critically ill patients consisting of 41 items, which were submitted to the apparent and content validation process, evaluated by eleven judges, and interobserver reliability. For reliability analysis, the instrument was applied in 54 bed bath procedures in the ICU; Kappa and CHF tests were used.
Results:
In the apparent and content validation, adjustments were made according to the judges’ suggestions. Kappa values ranged from moderate to almost perfect (0.462 to 0.962), and, in some items, there was 100% agreement; the reliability of the instrument was excellent (ICC = 0.962).
Conclusion:
The instrument proved to be dependable and easy to apply. Its use will contribute to safe bed bathing and subsidize interventions aimed at increasing the quality of care.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2024
Initial nipple damages in breastfeeding women: analysis of photographic images and clinical associations
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20220773
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEInitial nipple damages in breastfeeding women: analysis of photographic images and clinical associations
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20220773
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0773
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Objective:
to analyze the initial nipple damage degree by breastfeeding practice and to associate findings with clinical manifestations of breastfeeding women.
Methods:
a retrospective, cross-sectional study with primary data and photographic images database from two randomized clinical trials. Photographic images were analyzed by two independent evaluators using the Nipple Trauma Score. For analysis, the chi-square, Mann-Whitney tests and Kappa coefficient were applied.
Results:
115 breastfeeding women and their respective 186 photographic images were analyzed. The degree of agreement of evaluators using the Nipple Trauma Score was 93.6%. The nipple pain score during breastfeeding was moderate and compromised more than 25% of the nipple surface area.
Conclusions:
assistance to breastfeeding women should prioritize nipple pain intensity instead of the nipple damage size.
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REVIEW12-08-2024
Common mental disorders in hematopoietic stem cell transplant patients: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20220581
Abstract
REVIEWCommon mental disorders in hematopoietic stem cell transplant patients: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20220581
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0581
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Objective:
to map common recurrent mental disorders in patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
Methods:
this is a scoping review carried out in January 2022 in electronic databases and repositories of dissertations and thesis. Studies that answered the research question, met the objective of the study and were available in full electronically, in any language, were included.
Results:
the sample consisted of 28 studies, 14 of which were published in the United States of America. The common mental disorders found were depressive, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and mood disorders. Twenty symptoms were mentioned, among the most prevalent are fatigue and sleep disorders/insomnia.
Conclusions:
the difficulty and importance of carrying out the differential diagnosis of these disorders were highlighted, since their symptoms can be confused with other health problems and have a strong potential to interfere with patients’ evolution.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
Factors associated with surgical site infection in myocardial revascularization: a retrospective longitudinal study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230108
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEFactors associated with surgical site infection in myocardial revascularization: a retrospective longitudinal study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230108
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0108
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Objectives:
to analyze the influence of sociodemographic and clinical variables, as well as the surgical checklist adherence score, on the occurrence of surgical site infection among patients undergoing myocardial revascularization.
Methods:
an observational, longitudinal, retrospective study was conducted at a university hospital, involving 266 medical records of patients who underwent myocardial revascularization surgery. Instruments containing sociodemographic, clinical, and infection-related variables were used, along with the Perioperative Surgical Safety Checklist. Descriptive, bivariate, and logistic regression analyses were employed.
Results:
surgical site infection occurred in 89 (33.5%) patients. There was a statistically significant association between body temperature outside the range of 36 degrees Celsius to 36.5 degrees Celsius (p=0.01), the presence of invasive devices (p=0.05), surgical procedures with the anticipation of critical events (p<0.001), and the occurrence of infection.
Conclusions:
body temperature, the presence of invasive devices, and surgical procedures with the anticipation of critical events were significant factors contributing to an increased risk of infection.
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REVIEW12-08-2023
Educational technologies used to promote self-care for people with diabetes mellitus: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230049
Abstract
REVIEWEducational technologies used to promote self-care for people with diabetes mellitus: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230049
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0049
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Objective:
To summarize the scientific productions that used educational technologies to promote self-care for people with diabetes.
Method:
Integrative review carried out from October 2022 to January 2023, in the databases: LILACS; Scopus; Embase; PubMed/MEDLINE and CINAHL. The search was paired, and the sample consisted of ten articles. The levels of evidence were analyzed by the Hierarchy of Evidence for Intervention Studies, and the results were synthesized for interpretation of the findings.
Results:
The educational technologies identified to promote self-care were: mobile applications, interactive platforms, print, telemonitoring, video and simulation. The focus of the contents was on the promotion of foot care, prevention of neuropathy, self-management, knowledge, and expectation of people with diabetes and prevention of acute complications.
Conclusion:
The synthesis of knowledge about educational technologies to promote self-care for people with diabetes pointed to the need for robust evidence.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
Construction and validity of educational technology about the human papillomavirus vaccine for adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230048
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEConstruction and validity of educational technology about the human papillomavirus vaccine for adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230048
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0048
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Objectives:
to construct and validate an educational technology in comic book format about the human papillomavirus vaccine aimed at adolescents.
Methods:
a methodological study, with a quantitative approach, through the agreement method. It was carried out in two phases: educational technology construction and content validity. Participants are expert judges in the health field. Data collection took place in a virtual environment, through a questionnaire. Data analysis was performed by calculating the Content Validity Index. A Content Validity Index of at least 80% was accepted.
Results:
the comic book’s overall Content Validity Index was 82%, reaching the minimum limit established to be validated.
Conclusions:
comics are fundamental in the teaching-learning process, aiming to catch adolescents’ attention. Therefore, it is characterized as a valid tool to inform, in a playful manner, about the human papillomavirus vaccine.
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RESEARCH01-01-2016
Prevention and monitoring of delirium in older adults: an educational intervention
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):725-732
Abstract
RESEARCHPrevention and monitoring of delirium in older adults: an educational intervention
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):725-732
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690416i
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Objective:
to conduct an educational intervention with the nursing team members of an intensive care unit (ICU), aiming to increase knowledge and to introduce improvements in their practices regarding prevention and monitoring of delirium in older patients.
Method:
this is an action research, in which workshops were conducted with eleven nurses and a nursing technician from an ICU unit in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil.
Results:
ten problems regarding nursing practices for prevention and monitoring of delirium were identified. Educational, practical, technical, and managerial actions were planned, involving cross-sector connections for planning ways to solve these problems. The groups reported significant changes in the practices, with the implementation of drug-free measures for preventing and managing the situation.
Conclusion:
the educational intervention contributed to improve the nursing practices in the ICU unit studied, and it also favored the development of critical thinking about the problems mentioned, thus enabling permanent review of offered treatments.
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RESEARCH01-01-2016
Technology-dependent children and the demand for pharmaceutical care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):718-724
Abstract
RESEARCHTechnology-dependent children and the demand for pharmaceutical care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):718-724
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690415i
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Objective:
to understand the experience of mothers of technology-dependent children as regards pharmaceutical care.
Method:
this was a qualitative, descriptive-exploratory study developed based on open interviews using a structured characterization tool, and applied during home visits to 12 mothers caring for technology-dependent children. The data was submitted to inductive content analysis.
Results:
this study is split into two themes: (i) maternal overload during pharmaceutical care, demonstrating the need to administer drugs continuously and the repercussions of this exhaustive care on the caregivers; (ii) the ease or difficulty of access to the medicines required, showing informal strategies and support networks.
Conclusion:
pharmaceutical care is a daily challenge expressed in maternal overload and difficulty accessing the drugs, made worse by failures in the care network and coordinated care.
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RESEARCH01-01-2016
Fasting of less than eight hours in urgent and emergency surgeries versus complication
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):712-717
Abstract
RESEARCHFasting of less than eight hours in urgent and emergency surgeries versus complication
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):712-717
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690414i
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Objective:
to verify the occurrence of intraoperative and postoperative complications in patients undergoing urgent and emergency surgical procedures between January and December 2012, with fasting time of less than 8 hours.
Method:
a quantitative study was conducted, of the retrospective cohort type, through the analysis of medical records.
Results:
we included 181 records of patients undergoing surgical procedures with average duration of 59.4 minutes. Fractures correction surgeries stood out, totalling 32% of cases. We observed complications in 36 patients (19.9%), vomiting being the most prevalent (47.2%); followed by nausea (16.7%); need for blood transfusion (13.9%); surgical site infection (11.1%); and death (11.1%). The average fasting time was 133.5 minutes. The fasting time showed no statistically significant correlation with the complications investigated.
Conclusion:
intraoperative and postoperative complications were associated with the clinical conditions of the patients and not with the fasting time.
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RESEARCH01-01-2016
Validation to Portuguese of the Debriefing Experience Scale
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):705-711
Abstract
RESEARCHValidation to Portuguese of the Debriefing Experience Scale
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):705-711
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690413i
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Objective:
to translate and validate to Portuguese the Debriefing Experience Scale jointly with individuals that used high-fidelity simulation in learning.
Method:
methodological and exploratory study for an instrument translation and validation. For the validation process, the event “III Workshop Brazil – Portugal: Care Delivery to Critical Patients” was created.
Results:
103 nurses attended. Validity and reliability of the scale, the correlation pattern among variables, the sampling adequacy test, and the sphericity test showed good results. Since there was no relationship among the groups established in the exploratory factor analysis, the option was to follow the division established by the original version.
Conclusion:
the version of the instrument was called Escala de Experiência com o Debriefing. The results showed good psychometric properties and a good potential for use. However, further studies will contribute to consolidate the validity of the scale and strengthen its potential use.
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RESEARCH01-01-2016
Factor analysis of an instrument to measure the impact of disease on daily life
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):697-704
Abstract
RESEARCHFactor analysis of an instrument to measure the impact of disease on daily life
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):697-704
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690412i
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Objective:
to verify the structure of factors of an instrument to measure the Heart Valve Disease Impact on Daily Life (IDCV) when applied to coronary artery disease patients.
Method:
the study included 153 coronary artery disease patients undergoing outpatient follow-up care. The IDCV structure of factors was initially assessed by means of confirmatory factor analysis and, subsequently, by exploratory factor analysis. The Varimax rotation method was used to estimate the main components of analysis, eigenvalues greater than one for extraction of factors, and factor loading greater than 0.40 for selection of items. Internal consistency was estimated using Cronbach’s alpha coefficient. Results: confirmatory factor analysis did not confirm the original structure of factors of the IDCV. Exploratory factor analysis showed three dimensions, which together explained 78% of the measurement variance.
Conclusion:
future studies with expansion of case selection are necessary to confirm the IDCV new structure of factors.
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RESEARCH01-01-2016
Associação da fragilidade em idosos internados e institucionalizados na comunidade
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):691-696
Abstract
RESEARCHAssociação da fragilidade em idosos internados e institucionalizados na comunidade
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):691-696
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690411i
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Objetivo:
investigar la asociación entre la fragilidad y la internación e institucionalización, en un estudio de acompañamiento de residentes ancianos.
Método:
el estudio de acompañamiento fue realizado en 2008 y 2013, con ancianos de ambos sexos, de 65 años o más, los cuales vivían en la comunidad. El procedimiento de muestreo realizado fue probabilístico, con agrupamiento en dos etapas. Fueron entrevistados 512 ancianos en 2008 y 262 en 2013. Datos socioeconómicos y demográficos, morbilidad relatada por los mismos y datos específicos de internación e institucionalización han sido utilizados. La fragilidad fue medida por la escala Edmond Frail Scale (EFS) y la capacidad funcional por la escala Functional Independence Measure (FIM).
Resultados:
El promedio de la puntuación EFS fue mayor entre los residentes ancianos que fueron internados y hospitalizados, siendo estadísticamente significativa en los dos años investigados.
Conclusión:
La confirmación de la asociación entre la fragilidad y la internación e institucionalización refuerza la importancia del tema y enfatiza la fragilidad como un instrumento importante en la evaluación de los riesgos para estos eventos adversos.
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RESEARCH01-01-2016
Association of frailty in hospitalized and institutionalized elderly in the community-dwelling
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):691-696
Abstract
RESEARCHAssociation of frailty in hospitalized and institutionalized elderly in the community-dwelling
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):691-696
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690411i
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Objective:
to investigate the association between frailty with hospitalization and institutionalization in a follow-up study of elderly residents.
Method:
the follow-up study was performed in 2008 and 2013 with elderly of both genders, aged 65 years and older who were living in the community-dwelling. The sampling procedure performed was probabilistic, with dual-stage clustering. In 2008, 515 elderly people were interviewed and, in 2013, 262. We used the socioeconomic and demographic data, self-reported morbidity, specific data of hospitalization and institutionalization. Frailty was measured by the Edmonton Frail Scale (EFS), and functional capacity through the Functional Independence Measure.
Results:
we found the mean gross EFS score was higher among resident elderly who were hospitalized and institutionalized and was statistically significant in both investigated years.
Conclusion:
the confirmation of association between frailty and hospitalization and institutionalization reinforces the importance of the subject, and highlights frailty as an important tool for risk estimates for these adverse events.
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RESEARCH01-01-2016
Analysis of managerial and healthcare indicators after nursing personnel upsizing
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):684-690
Abstract
RESEARCHAnalysis of managerial and healthcare indicators after nursing personnel upsizing
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(4):684-690
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690410i
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Objective:
analyze healthcare and managerial indicators after nursing personnel upsizing.
Method:
a retrospective, descriptive study was conducted using data from computer systems of a university hospital in southern Brazil. Healthcare and managerial indicators related to the first half of 2013 and 2014 were statistically analyzed.
Results:
increases of 40.0% in the number of nurses and 16.0% in the number of nursing technicians led to reductions of 12.0% in the number of sickness absences, 21.8% in positive balance for compensatory time off, 92.0% in paid overtime. Reductions of 75.0% in pressure ulcer rates, 10.5% in the number of falls and 50.0% in infections due to indwelling catheter use were also observed.
Conclusion:
nursing staff upsizing caused a positive impact on managerial and healthcare indicators and helped qualify care and improve work conditions for the nursing team.
Keywords:AbsenteeismHealth Care Quality IndicatorsHospital Nursing StaffHospital Personnel AdministrationPatient SafetySee more
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