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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-17-2024
Quality of life associated with nursing professionals’ individual resources and work
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(3):e20230476
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEQuality of life associated with nursing professionals’ individual resources and work
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(3):e20230476
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0476
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Objectives:
to assess the physical and mental components of nursing professionals’ quality of life and associate them with individual, health and work characteristics.
Methods:
cross-sectional research, with nursing professionals from a university hospital in São Paulo. Own questionnaire and validated instruments were applied.
Results:
the overall quality of life was compromised. The physical component was lower in relation to low family income and among those who perceived greater control/pressure at work, and better for those who practiced physical activity and had support of leader and organization. The mental component was lower in professionals who reported dissatisfaction with work, worse self-rated physical health and were older. Scores for both components reduced due to work-related illnesses, worse work ability and increased daytime sleepiness.
Conclusions:
quality of life was statistically associated with controllable institutional factors and individual resources that, except age, can be promoted.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-17-2024
Giving meaning to internalized violence throughout life by older adults living in rural areas
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(3):e20230163
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEGiving meaning to internalized violence throughout life by older adults living in rural areas
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(3):e20230163
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0163
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Objectives:
to understand the meanings of violence internalized throughout life by older adults living in rural areas.
Methods:
a qualitative study, anchored in the Symbolic Interactionism theoretical framework and the Grounded Theory methodological framework in the constructivist aspect. Data collection occurred through individual interviews. Data were coded using the Atlas.ti software.
Results:
it was possible to identify that the context of rural areas strengthens patriarchy culture as well as contributing to violence silence and naturalization. It was also found that violence is a product of social inequality and gender inequality.
Final Considerations:
older adults living in rural areas internalized the violence suffered in a unique way, and this scenario’s specific aspects can increase intra-family abuse, as there is a patriarchal culture that promotes social and gender inequality.
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ERRATUM06-14-2024
ERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e2024n2e06
Abstract
ERRATUMERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e2024n2e06
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.20247702e06
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ERRATUM06-14-2024
ERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e2024n2e05
Abstract
ERRATUMERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e2024n2e05
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.20247702e05
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REVIEW06-14-2024
Lean and/or Six Sigma for process optimization in the perioperative period: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e20230431
Abstract
REVIEWLean and/or Six Sigma for process optimization in the perioperative period: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e20230431
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0431
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Objective:
To analyze the evidence on the influence of Lean and/or Six Sigma for process optimization in the perioperative period.
Methods:
Integrative review carried out in the MEDLINE (PubMed), Web of Science, EMBASE, CINAHL, Scopus and LILACS databases on the use of Lean and/or Six Sigma to optimize perioperative processes. The studies included were analyzed in three thematic categories: flow of surgical patients, work process and length of stay.
Results:
The final sample consisted of ten studies, which covered all operative periods. Lean and/or Six Sigma make a significant contribution to optimizing perioperative processes.
Final considerations:
Lean and/or Six Sigma optimize perioperative processes to maximize the achievement of system stability indicators, making it possible to identify potential problems in order to recognize them and propose solutions that can enable the institution of patient-centered care.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-14-2024
Strategies used by nurses regarding underreporting of rural work accidents due to pesticide use
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e20230384
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEStrategies used by nurses regarding underreporting of rural work accidents due to pesticide use
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e20230384
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0384
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Objective:
To learn the strategies used regarding underreporting of pesticide use in rural areas.
Methods:
A qualitative study was carried out in eight primary healthcare units in rural areas and two emergency care units in a municipality in southern Brazil. Data collection took place in 2023 through interviews. Twenty professional nurses participated. The data was submitted to content analysis.
Results:
The strategies identified were lifelong and continuing education for the professionals who carry out the notification, active search and training of workers who deal directly with this type of substance, computerizing the notification by filling in the forms online, and carrying out research on the subject.
Final considerations:
Nurses play an important role in reporting occupational accidents caused by the use of pesticides, improving occupational safety in rural areas.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-14-2024
Teoria de médio alcance do diagnóstico de enfermagem sobrepeso
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e20230372
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLETeoria de médio alcance do diagnóstico de enfermagem sobrepeso
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e20230372
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0372
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Objetivo:
Construir una teoría de rango medio para el diagnóstico de enfermería Sobrepeso en adolescentes y adultos jóvenes.
Métodos:
Estudio metodológico a la luz de los marcos teóricos de Roy y de Lopes, Silva y Herdman. Un total de 3.925 artículos fueron recuperados y evaluados utilizando el software State of the Art Through Systematic Review. La muestra final fue de 28 artículos.
Resultados:
Los resultados convergieron en 3 atributos esenciales, 13 antecedentes y 7 consecuencias. Se construyó una teoría de rango medio compuesta por un diagrama ilustrado, 11 proposiciones y 12 relaciones causales.
Consideraciones finales:
A partir de la creación de la teoría, fue posible comprender mejor el diagnóstico de enfermería Sobrepeso en el contexto de adolescentes y adultos jóvenes. La comprensión de los fenómenos de enfermería contribuye para el avance y fortalecimiento de la ciencia de enfermería.
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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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RESEARCH06-01-2015
Workers of CEASA: factors associated with fatigue and work ability
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):460-466
Abstract
RESEARCHWorkers of CEASA: factors associated with fatigue and work ability
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):460-466
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680312i
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Objective:
to investigate the socio-demographic characteristics, lifestyle and health conditions related to fatigue and the work ability.
Method:
a cross-sectional study was conducted in 2011 and the sample was composed by 90 workers from the supply center of Campinas. Three questionnaires were used: Fatigue; Work ability index; and socio-demographic characteristics.
Results:
in the univariate regression analysis, the variables associated with work ability were: education, use of medicine, stress, pain in the last six months and pain in the last week. In univariate regression analysis the variables associated with fatigue were: education, stress, sleepiness, pain in the last six months, pain in the last week and health problems.
Conclusion:
these results indicate the need for health promotion program implementation among these workers.
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RESEARCH06-01-2015
Nursing Terminology defines domestic violence against children and adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):452-459
Abstract
RESEARCHNursing Terminology defines domestic violence against children and adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):452-459
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680311i
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Objective:
Identifi cation of terminology relating to nursing practices aimed at children and adolescents at risk of domestic violence.
Methods:
bibliographic descriptive research which selected 40 articles from the Virtual Health Library on domestic violence against children and adolescents, its manifestations, causes, and consequences, in association with nursing procedures for its confrontation and prevention, and which also identifi ed terminology via computer tools.
Results:
17,365 terms that, after standardization and uniformity procedures, resulted in a listing of 915 terms.
Conclusion:
The terminology selected focused on the individual biopsychic nexus and the historic manifestation of this phenomenon was partially identifi ed in terms that appear less frequently in these articles, thereby explaining the contradiction between the formal identifi cation logic of such terminology and the dialectic logic that recognizes the historic reasons for, and dynamicity of, such phenomena.
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RESEARCH06-01-2015
Instrumento para avaliação de estilo de vida sedentário em pacientes com hipertensão
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):445-451
Abstract
RESEARCHInstrumento para avaliação de estilo de vida sedentário em pacientes com hipertensão
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):445-451
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680310i
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Objetivo:
este artículo describe la precisión diagnóstica del International Physical Activity Questionnaire en la identifi cación del diagnóstico enfermero Estilo de vida sedentario.
Método:
un estudio de precisión diagnóstica se desarrolló con 240 individuos con hipertensión arterial establecida. El análisis de precisión diagnóstica se basó en medidas de sensibilidad, especifi cidad, valores predictivos, razones de verosimilitud, efi ciencia, odds ratio diagnóstica, índice de Youden y área bajo la curva característica receptor-operador.
Resultados:
diferencias estadísticas entre los sexos se observaron para las actividades intensidad moderada y la actividad física total. La edad se correlacionó negativamente con la actividad de intensidad moderada y la actividad física total.
Conclusión:
el análisis del área bajo la curva característica receptor-operador para las actividades de intensidad moderada, de caminar, y la actividad física total mostró que el International Physical Activity Questionnaire presenta moderada capacidad para clasificar correctamente los sujetos con y sin el estilo de vida sedentario.
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RESEARCH06-01-2015
Instrument for evaluation of sedentary lifestyle in patients with high blood pressure
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):445-451
Abstract
RESEARCHInstrument for evaluation of sedentary lifestyle in patients with high blood pressure
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):445-451
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680310i
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Objective:
this article describes the diagnostic accuracy of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire to identify the nursing diagnosis of sedentary lifestyle.
Method:
a diagnostic accuracy study was developed with 240 individuals with established high blood pressure. The analysis of diagnostic accuracy was based on measures of sensitivity, specifi city, predictive values, likelihood ratios, effi ciency, diagnostic odds ratio, Youden index, and area under the receiver-operating characteristic curve.
Results:
statistical differences between genders were observed for activities of moderate intensity and for total physical activity. Age was negatively correlated with activities of moderate intensity and total physical activity.
Conclusion:
the analysis of area under the receiver-operating characteristic curve for moderate intensity activities, walking, and total physical activity showed that the International Physical Activity Questionnaire present moderate capacity to correctly classify individuals with and without sedentary lifestyle.
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RESEARCH06-01-2015
Potentialities and weaknesses in the care network of people with HIV/AIDS
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):438-444
Abstract
RESEARCHPotentialities and weaknesses in the care network of people with HIV/AIDS
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):438-444
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680309i
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Objective:
to understand the strengths and weaknesses in the care network of people with HIV/AIDS in a referral center in the state of Santa Catarina-SC.
Method:
participants were eight subjects and their care network, totaling 18 participants. Data were collected through interviews and examined by content analysis, theoretically supported by symbolic interaction.
Results:
the analysis resulted in the following categories: The network offering care to people with acquired immunodefi ciency syndrome, and Facing Barriers in care, which refl ect the strengths and weaknesses in the care network. The fi rst depicts the provision of emotional and humanized care, and the second a restricted network formed by health professionals and a family member.
Conclusion:
the professional care network is important, despite the increased number of assistances in a physical structure and amount of professionals who no longer meet the growing demand.
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RESEARCH06-01-2015
AIDS epidemic in the triple frontier: subsidies for professional practice
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):429-437
Abstract
RESEARCHAIDS epidemic in the triple frontier: subsidies for professional practice
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):429-437
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680308i
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Objective:
to analyze the AIDS epidemic trend from 1988 to 2012, in a tri-border area.
Method:
Ecological time-series study with data from the Department of informatics from the Brazilian Unifi ed Health System (SUS).
Results:
A total of 1427 cases of AIDS were registered, and 82.1% were aged 20-49 years and 56% in males. The relationship man/woman went from 9/1 to 1/1 and increased the number of cases among individuals with more years of education, also, people aged more than 50 years old the age group from 20 to 34 years old. The most common exposure category was heterosexual, significantly higher among women; on the other hand, drug injection use was associated with male gender.
Conclusion:
seeking to embrace the changes in the epidemiological scenario of AIDS, nursing professionals should implement intervention strategies for people identified as the most vulnerable to HIV infection.
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RESEARCH06-01-2015
The Informal Caregiver Burden Assessment Questionnaire: validation for Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):421-428
Abstract
RESEARCHThe Informal Caregiver Burden Assessment Questionnaire: validation for Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):421-428
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680307i
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Objectives:
to analyze the dimensionality, convergent construct validity and internal consistency of the Informal Caregiver Burden Assessment Questionnaire (QASCI) after its semantic adaptation to Brazil.
Method:
this methodological study was developed with 132 informal caregivers of elders who are dependent of help for basic or instrumental activities of daily living, in a capital city in Northeast Brazil. Quality of life measures related to health, anxiety and depression were used in the analysis of the convergent construct validity of the QASCI.
Results:
the results of the instrument construct validation evidenced statistically signifi cant correlations with the three measures. The confi rmatory factor analysis evidenced good adjustment of the theoretical model of seven factors (domains) of the version used in the group studied. Cronbach’s alpha for the scale total was 0.92.
Conclusion:
the Brazilian version of the QASCI was considered to be valid and reliable for assessing the burden of informal elder caregivers.
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RESEARCH06-01-2015
Study of billing audits in a teaching hospital
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):414-420
Abstract
RESEARCHStudy of billing audits in a teaching hospital
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):414-420
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680306i
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Objectives:
to determine which component items of hospital bills, examined by nurse auditors, were adjusted the most during pre-analysis; to identify the impact upon revenue caused by the adjustments to bills analyzed by physician and nurse auditors; and to identify disallowances related to items checked by the audit team.
Method:
quantitative, exploratory, descriptive, singlecase study.
Results:
after analysis of 2,613 bills, it was found that the item most included by nurses was gas (90.5%) and the most excluded was inpatient drugs (41.2%). Hemodynamics materials, gases and equipment had the greatest impact on upward adjustments. Downward adjustments were the result of improper entries on bills and did not generate revenue losses. Of total disallowances, 52.24% were related to the pre-analysis of nurses and 47.76% to that of physicians.
Conclusion:
this study of the pre-analysis process provides input that enhances knowledge about hospital bill audits.
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