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TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION03-18-2024
Nursing rights in comics: educational technological innovation report
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230438
Abstract
TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONNursing rights in comics: educational technological innovation report
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230438
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0438
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Objectives:
to report an educational technology construction on nursing professionals’ rights.
Methods:
an experience report on educational technology construction during the crediting of university extension hours in an undergraduate nursing course at a Brazilian public university, between March and June 2023. The Deming cycle was used as a procedural method.
Results:
four meetings were held between students and extension workers. Eight comic books were produced based on the Code of Ethics for Nurses, addressing professional autonomy, fair remuneration, risk-free work, denial of exposure in the media and others. The Deming cycle proved to be an important strategy for constructing products.
Conclusions:
nursing professionals’ rights must be discussed and improved. Educational technologies, such as comic books, provide playful and reflective learning.
Keywords:Education, NursingEthics, NursingGraphic NovelNursingTechnological Development and Innovation ProjectsSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE03-18-2024
Nurses’ workload during the COVID-19 pandemic: potential for experiences of moral distress
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230200
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ORIGINAL ARTICLENurses’ workload during the COVID-19 pandemic: potential for experiences of moral distress
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230200
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0200
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Objectives:
to understand nurses’ experiences of moral distress related to work overload during the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil.
Methods:
qualitative research, whose data collection occurred through individual interviews with 19 nurses who worked on the front line of COVID-19 in health services in southeastern Brazil. Data were analyzed using thematic content analysis.
Results:
work overload proved to be a powerful source of experiences of moral distress due to excessive working hours during vaccination, double working hours, a troubled relationship due to pressure from managers and the population and physical and mental exhaustion, which prevented nurses from act according to their judgment.
Final Considerations:
nurses’ work overload reflects on quality patient care and prevents nurses from acting in accordance with their moral principles, generating moral distress in nurses.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE03-15-2024
Cultural adaptation and validity evidence of the Student Nurse Stressor-15 (SNS-15) Scale for Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230356
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ORIGINAL ARTICLECultural adaptation and validity evidence of the Student Nurse Stressor-15 (SNS-15) Scale for Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230356
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0356
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Objectives:
to carry out the cultural adaptation and evaluation of validity evidence of the Student Nurse Stressor-15 (SNS-15) Scale for use in Brazil.
Methods:
psychometric study, conducted from the stages of translation, synthesis, back-translation, review by a committee of seven experts, pre-test and evaluation of measurement properties with 32 and 238 nursing students, respectively. Descriptive statistics, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) were performed. The reliability of the instrument was estimated using McDonald’s Omega (ω).
Results:
EFA subsidized the distribution of the fifteen SNS-15 items into four factors. Using AFC, satisfactory fit indices were achieved (Comparative Fit Index = 0.94; Tucker-Lewis Index = 0.93; Root Mean Square Error of Approximation = 0.06; Standardized Root Mean Square Residual = 0.16) and ω = 0.86.
Conclusions:
the Brazilian version of the SNS-15 presents evidence that confirms its validity and reliability.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE03-15-2024
Health Management of an HIV Testing and Counseling Center: Nursing Contributions
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230217
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEHealth Management of an HIV Testing and Counseling Center: Nursing Contributions
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230217
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0217
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Objectives:
to analyze the role of nursing in the establishment of an HIV/AIDS Testing and Counseling Center in a Brazilian municipality.
Methods:
a historical study utilizing primary sources, including documents and oral accounts, involving a total of ten participants. The study encompasses the years 1997 and 1998. The research took place at the Testing and Counseling Center in São João de Meriti. Data was collected from March to May 2022.
Results:
nursing made significant contributions through the development of training initiatives led by nurses, who were also responsible for individual and group counseling, as well as HIV testing requests.
Final Considerations:
nursing played a crucial role in the center and in the management of Sexually Transmitted Infections, being involved in all stages of treatment in accordance with current public health policy.
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REVIEW03-15-2024
Factors associated with increased lactate levels in cardiac surgeries: scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230117
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REVIEWFactors associated with increased lactate levels in cardiac surgeries: scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230117
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0117
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Objectives:
to map the factors associated with increased lactate levels in the postoperative period of cardiac surgery using extracorporeal circulation.
Methods:
this is a scoping review carried out in December 2022, across ten data sources. It was prepared in accordance with the recommendations of the Joanna Briggs Institute and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta Analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews checklist.
Results:
the most recurrent findings in studies regarding the factors responsible for the increase in lactate were: tissue hypoperfusion, cardiopulmonary bypass time and use of vasoactive drugs. In 95% of studies, increased lactate was related to increased patient mortality.
Conclusions:
discussing the causes of possible complications in cardiac surgery patients is important for preparing the team and preventing complications, in addition to ensuring quality recovery.
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REVIEW03-15-2024
Use of podcasts for health education: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230096
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REVIEWUse of podcasts for health education: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230096
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0096
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Objectives:
to map the scientific evidence related to the characteristics, themes, and outcomes of using health education podcasts aimed at individuals over 18 years of age in intra or extrahospital environments.
Methods:
a scoping review, based on the Joanna Briggs Institute method, conducted in 11 databases, including studies from 2004 to 2022.
Results:
11 studies were selected, categorized, highlighting the characteristics, evaluated outcomes, areas, and conditions of podcast application, indicating it as an effective tool for promoting behavioral change, health promotion, and social interaction, demonstrating its potential to improve well-being, quality of life, and user/client autonomy.
Conclusions:
the use of podcasts proves to be an effective, innovative, and low-cost tool, with a significant social impact, being effective for behavioral change, satisfaction, and social interaction. However, the lack of comprehensive studies on podcast development methodologies represents challenges to be overcome.
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REVIEW03-15-2024
Resources for health literacy among caregivers of prematurely born children: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230062
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REVIEWResources for health literacy among caregivers of prematurely born children: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230062
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0062
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Objectives:
to map the available evidence on resources used to promote health literacy among caregivers of prematurely born children during outpatient follow-up.
Methods:
the Joanna Briggs Institute’s scope review protocol was utilized. The search encompassed six databases, incorporating studies from 2012 to 2022.
Results:
the three included publications revealed that the resources employed are: mobile applications, phone calls, individual counseling, videos, educational pamphlets, and group discussions. Implementing an education protocol during the transition home enhances scientifically grounded health promotion rates.
Conclusions:
there is limited literature addressing the health literacy of these caregivers. The nursing team plays a crucial role in health education and in developing resources applicable to these families.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE03-15-2024
Effects of training Community Health Agents on dementia: a quasi-experimental study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230027
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEEffects of training Community Health Agents on dementia: a quasi-experimental study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230027
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0027
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Objectives:
to evaluate the knowledge of Community Health Agents about dementia before and after the training workshop for detecting signs of the disease.
Methods:
a quasi-experimental study with 33 community agents, in which sociodemographic information and knowledge about dementia were collected and assessed using the Alzheimer’s Disease Knowledge Scale before and after the workshop. There were 10 weekly, online, synchronous meetings. The Student’s t-test for related samples was used, and the effect size was calculated.
Results:
while the average score on the initial assessment, using the measurement instrument, was 16.3, it was 21.24 in the final assessment. An increase in the scale score was observed after participating in the workshop, with a value of 4.94.
Conclusions:
it is urgent to invest in the ongoing education of these professionals for greater awareness in the timely detection of dementia cases in primary care and awareness of potentially modifiable factors.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
Sociodemographic factors associated with suicidal behavior at a federal public university in the Western Brazilian Amazon
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230102
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ORIGINAL ARTICLESociodemographic factors associated with suicidal behavior at a federal public university in the Western Brazilian Amazon
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230102
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0102
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Objective:
to determine risk factors for suicidal behavior among students and employees of a federal public university in the Brazilian Western Amazon.
Methods:
an analytical cross-sectional study of survey and association between variables with a sample of 475 participants. Statistical analyzes were performed using the Mann-Whitney test, Pearson’s chi-square test, likelihood ratio test or Fisher’s exact test and a logistic regression model. A significance level of 5% was used (p-value< 0.05).
Results:
a higher proportion of suicidal behavior was found in younger participants, females, who had no religion or had one, but were non-practicing, who did not have children and/or had a monthly family income of less than two minimum wages. Lower proportions of suicidal behavior were identified in heterosexuals and/or married or in a stable relationship.
Conclusion:
the study suggests a relationship between sociodemographic factors and suicidal behavior in the studied academic community.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
Polypharmacy, potentially inappropriate medications and associated factors among older adults with hypertension in primary care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220785
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEPolypharmacy, potentially inappropriate medications and associated factors among older adults with hypertension in primary care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220785
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0785
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Objective:
to identify the prevalence and associations of polypharmacy and potentially inappropriate medication use among older adults with hypertension treated in primary care.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study carried out with older adults with hypertension treated at a Family Health Strategy unit. Data collection included analysis of medical records, interviews and multidimensional assessment of older adults. Socio-demographic information and clinical variables were collected. Statistical analysis was performed by multiple logistic regression.
Results:
polypharmacy prevalence was 38.09%, and potentially inappropriate medication (PIM), 28.57%. There was a significant association between polypharmacy and PIM use, altered sleep and ethnicity. PIM use was associated with polypharmacy, worse family functioning, and absence of a caregiver. Cognitive decline reduces the prevalence of these medications.
Conclusions:
polypharmacy and PIM use among older adults with hypertension represent a problem in this population, especially among the most vulnerable.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
Care for older adults with disabilities in Long Term Care Facility
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220767
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ORIGINAL ARTICLECare for older adults with disabilities in Long Term Care Facility
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220767
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0767
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Objective:
to analyze the constitution of care offered to older adults with disabilities, from Long Term Care Facility professionals’ perspective.
Methods:
this is a discourse analysis based on the post-structuralist framework. Participants in this study are professionals involved in the care for older adults, totaling 14 respondents, 13 women and one man.
Results:
from professionals’ perspective, there is a fine line between caring for older adults with disabilities and maintaining their autonomy. Care in which autonomy is restricted predisposes older adults to a process of dependency.
Final considerations:
caring for older adults with disabilities constitutes the challenge between caring and maintaining independence. Thus, older adult-centered care should be taken as a premise so that their individualities are respected.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
Fear of COVID-19 when experiencing pregnancy or childbirth in the pandemic: what are the associated factors?
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220755
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEFear of COVID-19 when experiencing pregnancy or childbirth in the pandemic: what are the associated factors?
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220755
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0755
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Objective:
to identify factors associated with fear of COVID-19 among women who experienced pregnancy or childbirth during the pandemic.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study, nested within a prospective cohort, using an online survey, from August 2021 to February 2022, based on descriptive data analysis.
Results:
of the 431 participants, 52.8% were postpartum women and 20.1% were pregnant women. With regard to fear of COVID-19, a mean score of 20.46 was obtained (moderate fear). The highest fear scores were present in women whose newborns were admitted to hospital in neonatal critical units (p=0.032), and the lowest among those covered by supplementary health (insurance) (p=0.016).
Conclusion:
among pregnant and postpartum women, high fear of COVID-19 translated into the possibility of having newborns admitted to hospital in a critical unit. The importance of supporting actions to support pregnant/postpartum women’s mental health in relation to COVID-19 or other threats that may influence the neonatal outcome stands out.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
A relação entre o nível de conhecimento e o comportamento de prevenção do corrimento vaginal para estudantes de enfermagem
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220602
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEA relação entre o nível de conhecimento e o comportamento de prevenção do corrimento vaginal para estudantes de enfermagem
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220602
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0602
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Objetivo:
la salud reproductiva de las adolescentes es muy importante. Determinar la relación entre el nivel de conocimientos y la conducta de prevención del flujo vaginal en estudiantes de enfermería.
Métodos:
estudio cuantitativo, transversal, con 155 estudiantes de primer año de una facultad privada de enfermería. Los datos se recopilaron de febrero a marzo de 2022 a través de un cuestionario electrónico.
Resultados:
los participantes con buen nivel de conocimientos correspondieron al 98,1% y los que practican buenas conductas para prevenir el flujo vaginal, el 92,3%.
Conclusión:
un buen conocimiento produce conductas de prevención adecuadas. El resultado de este estudio puede contribuir con reflexiones y referencias para un estudio más profundo de los factores que influyen en el nivel de conocimiento y comportamiento sobre la enfermedad de los genitales y los peligros del flujo vaginal patológico.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
The relationship between level of knowledge and vaginal discharge prevention behavior for nursing student
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220602
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEThe relationship between level of knowledge and vaginal discharge prevention behavior for nursing student
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220602
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0602
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Objective:
Reproductive health in adolescent girls is very important. To determine the relationship between the level of knowledge and the behavior of preventing vaginal discharge among nursing students.
Methods:
a quantitative, cross-sectional study, with 155 first-year female students at a private faculty of nursing. Data were collected from February to March 2022, using an electronic questionnaire.
Results:
98.1% of participants have a good level of knowledge and 92.3% of participants practice good vaginal discharge prevention behavior.
Conclusion:
good knowledge produces appropriate prevention behavior. The result of this study can be used as a contribution of thoughts and references as a more in-depth study of the factors that influence the level of knowledge and behavior about the disease of the genitalia and the dangers of pathological vaginal discharge.
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Nursing experiences in specialized services in child and adolescent mental health: a systematic review of qualitative studies
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220550
Abstract
Nursing experiences in specialized services in child and adolescent mental health: a systematic review of qualitative studies
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220550
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0550
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Objective:
to synthesize evidence from qualitative studies on nursing experiences regarding child and adolescent mental health care in specialized services.
Method:
a systematic review with meta-synthesis of qualitative studies according to JBI guidelines. CINAHL, EMBASE, MEDLINE, LILACS, PSYCinfo, Scopus and Web of Science databases were used. The findings were classified according to the level of reliability and credibility and categorized by similarity between contents.
Results:
229 articles were identified, and five were included in the final sample and organized into the categories: Emotional impact; and Understanding nursing role. The level of evidence found was moderate.
Final considerations:
nursing experiences are permeated by emotional exhaustion, feelings of frustration and difficulty in understanding their professional role. The need for training spaces that qualify this care is highlighted.
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ERRATUM01-01-2016
ERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):206-206
Abstract
ERRATUMERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):206-206
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.20166901e02
Views0In the article “Conceptions of mid-level nursing professionals facing those with a chemical dependency”, with the number of DOI: 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680610i, published in the journal Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem, v68(6):755-60, page 760 that read:“8. Vargas D, Soares J. Knowledge and attitudes of nurses towards alcohol and related problems: the impact of an educational intervention. Rev Esc […]See more -
ERRATUM01-01-2016
ERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):205-205
Abstract
ERRATUMERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):205-205
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.20166901e01
Views0In the article “Using the theory of meaningful learning in nursing education”, with the number of DOI: 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680420i, published in the journal Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem, v68(4):626-35, page 627 that read:“Ausubel was descended from Jewish, born in New York in 1918 and died in 1994 at the age of 75. He thought and wrote until […]See more -
EXPERIENCE REPORT01-01-2016
Nursing process documentation: rationale and methods of analytical study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):197-204
Abstract
EXPERIENCE REPORTNursing process documentation: rationale and methods of analytical study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):197-204
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690126i
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Objective:
to describe the methods used to analyze the associations between variables of service, nursing and the nursing process documentation in institutions of the Department of Health of the State of São Paulo.
Method:
multilevel analytical study with data obtained in the domains of institution, units of the institution and nursing professionals who work there, using standardized instruments. The analyses had as axis the degree of completeness of the nursing process documentation in units or institutions and their association with variables of nursing personnel, of units and of institutions.
Conclusion:
This study will provide important empirical evidence on the factors involved in the nursing process documentation.
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EXPERIENCE REPORT01-01-2016
Qualitative methodologies in health research: interpretive referential of Patricia Benner
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):192-196
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EXPERIENCE REPORTQualitative methodologies in health research: interpretive referential of Patricia Benner
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):192-196
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690125i
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Objective:
this article reports on the experience of using the interpretive phenomenological framework of Patricia Benner in a Brazilian context. Benner’s interpretive phenomenology, based on existential and interpretative philosophy, aims to understand human experiences in the particular worlds of research participants. Data were collected through interviews with nine nurses in November and December 2014.
Results:
data analysis process according to Benner’s framework consisted of: transcription, coding, thematic analysis, and search for paradigmatic cases and examples. Therefore, the prior knowledge of the researcher is an important part of the study, consisting in manners of the research conduction.
Conclusion:
The use of this methodological framework entailed a great challenge for the researcher, however, it also enabled a unique opportunity to illuminate important existential phenomena related to the daily lives of research participants.
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REVIEW01-01-2016
Nurses’ performance on primary care in the National Health Service in England
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):182-191
Abstract
REVIEWNurses’ performance on primary care in the National Health Service in England
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):182-191
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690124i
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Objective:
To analyze the expansion of nursing roles in primary care in the English National Health Service and the implications for professional practice.
Method:
qualitative research in case study format, held in London, England, in six primary care units. Data were obtained through interviews with nine nurses. After the thematic data analysis, two units emerged: the nurses’ performance characteristics and effects of the expansion of nursing roles.
Results:
expansion of nurses’ roles: consultation, diagnosis and drug therapy, case management and monitoring of chronic conditions. Repercussions: for the user, there was improved access, communication and comprehensive care, increased duration of consultations, resulting in greater adherence; for nurses, there was the expansion of professional skills, knowledge and professional recognition; to the health care system, it resulted in cost savings.
Conclusion:
benefits in expanding nursing roles, were visible, contributing to primary care quality.
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REVIEW01-01-2016
Meleis’ Nursing Theories Evaluation: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):174-181
Abstract
REVIEWMeleis’ Nursing Theories Evaluation: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):174-181
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690123i
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Objective:
to analyze the application of the theory evaluation model proposed by Meleis in Brazilian studies.
Method:
integrative review of online articles published from 2002 to 2012 in the databases LILACS and BDENF.
Results:
the 16 selected studies confirmed the use of only three of the five stages proposed for Meleis’ theories analysis: Description of the Theory, Criticism of the Theory and Analysis of the Theory, with a predominance of a single unit of analysis in each.
Conclusion:
the analysis of nursing theories provides support to nurses in the practice, research, education and administration of the different dimensions of care. Meleis’ model figures as very important by contributing to the development of knowledge of nursing discipline, considering that its use as a method allows several reflections on theories in order that they be revalidated to support a more theoretical and practical applicability.
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REVIEW01-01-2016
Clinical indicators of sexual dysfunction in pregnant women: integrative literature review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):165-173
Abstract
REVIEWClinical indicators of sexual dysfunction in pregnant women: integrative literature review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):165-173
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690122i
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Objective:
to identify the nursing diagnosis clinical indicators of sexual dysfunction in pregnant women.
Method:
it is an integrative literature review, with research in databases using the keywords “sexual*”, “pregnan*” and “function*”. Studies included had an abstract available for analysis, referring to pregnant women over 18 years old, written in Portuguese, French, Spanish and English, with publication date between 2010 and 2014. Studies that reporting pregnant women with an associated pathology were excluded.
Results:
sexual dysfunction in pregnant women is consistent in the literature. Nine defining characteristics were identified and 16 related factors, some not classified in NANDA International.
Conclusion:
clinical indicators can be added to the nursing diagnosis to favor an accurate diagnosis and effective interventions in the surveillance of pregnancy as a period of healthy sexual experience.
Keywords:Physiological Sexual Dysfunction, Psychogenic Sexual DysfunctionPregnant WomenReviewSexual BehaviorSee more -
RESEARCH01-01-2016
Conditions of functional health literacy of an elderly diabetics group
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):156-164
Abstract
RESEARCHConditions of functional health literacy of an elderly diabetics group
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(1):156-164
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690121i
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Objective:
to evaluate the conditions of functional health literacy of an elderly diabetics group.
Method:
cross-sectional and descriptive study, with diabetic’s elderly assisted in the SUS (N = 114). The social and health conditions were evaluated as well as functional health literacy by S-TOFHLA test (short version); the simple proportions, average, standard deviation and Pearson’s Chi-square were described by SPSS software (20.0) with α = 5% value.
Results:
the mean age was 67.4 years, 74.0% of the elderly were women, had up to four years of schooling; 29.8% had a long-standing illness, 64.0% reported having high blood pressure, 47.4% smoke or were smokers, 73.7% had low functional health literacy, which was associated with schooling p = 0.001.
Conclusions:
the low functional health literacy could be a self-care conditioning and can be influenced by low schooling because it implies to have skills to understand and make decisions aimed at self-management of health.
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