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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-29-2024
Adaptation strategies for preparing for childbirth in the context of the pandemic: Roy’s Theory
- Letícia Pickler
, - Margarete Maria de Lima ,
- Ariane Thaise Frello Roque ,
- Laís Antunes Wilhelm ,
- Felice Curcio , [ … ],
- Isadora Ferrante Boscoli de Oliveira Alves
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEAdaptation strategies for preparing for childbirth in the context of the pandemic: Roy’s Theory
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(3):e20230159
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0159
- Letícia Pickler ,
- Margarete Maria de Lima ,
- Ariane Thaise Frello Roque ,
- Laís Antunes Wilhelm ,
- Felice Curcio ,
- Dionara Guarda ,
- Roberta Costa ,
- Isadora Ferrante Boscoli de Oliveira Alves
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Objectives:
to understand the process of adapting to childbirth during the COVID-19 pandemic from the perspective of a group of pregnant women.
Methods:
a qualitative, descriptive-exploratory study was conducted with 23 women. Data were collected between October and December 2021 through documentation and semi-structured interviews, which were analyzed using Minayo’s methodology and Roy’s Adaptation Model.
Results:
various types of stimuli – focal, contextual, and residual – were identified as influencing childbirth preparation. The online group was essential for facilitating pregnant women’s adaptation, offering significant support and generating positive feedback for childbirth preparation.
Final Considerations:
the importance of pregnant women’s groups as a strategy for improving adaptation to childbirth was identified, underscoring the effectiveness of this support among professionals and participants, as well as among pregnant women. This support network strengthened preparation for childbirth during a challenging period like the pandemic.
- Letícia Pickler
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-29-2024
Profile of patients in private home care who developed ventilator-associated pneumonia
- Fabiana Schimidt Cezar ,
- Fabiana Camolesi Jacober ,
- Heloísa Amaral Gaspar Gonçalves ,
- Katia Vanessa Cantarini ,
- Claudio Flauzino de Oliveira
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEProfile of patients in private home care who developed ventilator-associated pneumonia
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(3):e20230146
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0146
- Fabiana Schimidt Cezar ,
- Fabiana Camolesi Jacober ,
- Heloísa Amaral Gaspar Gonçalves ,
- Katia Vanessa Cantarini ,
- Claudio Flauzino de Oliveira
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Objectives:
to analyze the profile and clinical outcomes of patients who developed Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia (VAP) in private home care and to compare the incidence with national data.
Methods:
this was a retrospective study with data collected from July 2021 to June 2022 from patient records at a private clinic. Patients using intermittent ventilation or without ventilatory support were excluded.
Results:
the utilization rate of mechanical ventilation was 15.9%. The incidence density of pneumonia in pediatrics was 2.2 cases per 1000 ventilation-days and in adults was 1.7 cases per 1000 ventilation-days, figures lower than those reported by the National Health Surveillance Agency. There were 101 episodes of pneumonia in 73 patients, predominantly male (65.8%), adults (53.4%), and those with neurological diseases (57.5%). The treatment regimen predominantly took place at home (80.2%), and there was one death.
Conclusions:
patients in home care showed a low incidence and mortality rate from ventilator-associated pneumonia.
- Fabiana Schimidt Cezar
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-29-2024
Impact of educational intervention on understanding health recommendations after liver transplantation
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(3):e20230132
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEImpact of educational intervention on understanding health recommendations after liver transplantation
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(3):e20230132
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0132
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Objectives:
to evaluate the impact of educational intervention on understanding health recommendations after liver transplantation.
Methods:
randomized and prospective clinical trial, with 68 liver transplant recipients in two institutions. The level of understanding was assessed using a statement agreement scale and the understanding score was classified. Chi-square test was used to compare groups.
Results:
the level of understanding was reasonable in 77.9% of patients, 73.5% in the Control Group and 82.3% in the Intervention Group (p=0.399). For topics covered after educational action, there were more than 80% correct answers regarding nutrition, frequent hydration, usage and function of immunosuppressants. However, there were less than 10% correct answers regarding hand hygiene, contact with animals and crowds of people. The use of the patient’s audio, visual and tactile resources led to improved understanding of skin care (p=0.014).
Conclusions:
the level of understanding acquired regarding health recommendations was only reasonable.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-29-2024
Trends in cesarean section rates in Brazil by Robson classification group, 2014-2020
- Virginia Barbosa Pereira ,
- Síntia Nascimento dos Reis ,
- Fernanda Gontijo Araújo ,
- Torcata Amorim ,
- Eunice Francisca Martins , [ … ],
- Mariana Santos Felisbino-Mendes
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLETrends in cesarean section rates in Brazil by Robson classification group, 2014-2020
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(3):e20230099
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0099
- Virginia Barbosa Pereira ,
- Síntia Nascimento dos Reis ,
- Fernanda Gontijo Araújo ,
- Torcata Amorim ,
- Eunice Francisca Martins ,
- Mariana Santos Felisbino-Mendes
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Objectives:
to evaluate the trends in cesarean sections from 2014 to 2020 across both public and private sectors, utilizing the Robson Classification.
Methods:
this time series study analyzed the proportion of women who underwent cesarean sections between 2014 and 2020, considering both the Robson classification and the type of healthcare service. Trend analysis was conducted using the Prais-Winsten regression.
Results:
higher proportions of cesarean sections were observed in all Robson groups within the private sector compared to the public sector. This was despite a decreasing trend in the private sector and an increasing trend in the public sector. Notably, elevated proportions of cesarean sections were recorded in groups that are typically favorable to normal childbirth (Robson 1, 4, and 5).
Conclusions:
although there was a decreasing trend in cesarean sections within the private sector, an increasing trend was observed in the public sector. Additionally, there was a high proportion of cesarean sections among women with conditions favorable to normal childbirth. It is crucial to continuously monitor these indicators to evaluate and implement interventions aimed at reducing unnecessary cesarean sections.
- Virginia Barbosa Pereira
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-29-2024
Healthcare judicialization: an analysis of indicators and official data on medications
- Nádia Bernardinis ,
- Vanessa Terezinha Gubert ,
- Cristiane Munaretto Ferreira ,
- Jorge Otávio Maia Barreto
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEHealthcare judicialization: an analysis of indicators and official data on medications
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(3):e20220413
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0413
- Nádia Bernardinis ,
- Vanessa Terezinha Gubert ,
- Cristiane Munaretto Ferreira ,
- Jorge Otávio Maia Barreto
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Objectives:
to analyze judicial demands for medications in Campo Grande, Brazil, between July 2018 and June 2020.
Methods:
the four dimensions of the Manual of Indicators for Evaluation and Monitoring of Judicial Demands for Medications were examined.
Results:
676 judicial processes were identified, corresponding to 1006 requests for 284 different medications. In 92.74% of the processes, access to medications was granted, with 88.80% granted on an urgent basis. The median time between the decision and delivery of the medication was 146 days. The average monthly cost of acquiring medications was R$ 2,183.68 Brazilian reais. Among the identified medications, 90.22% had at least one therapeutic alternative available in the public healthcare system.
Conclusions:
characterizing and analyzing judicial demands related to medications can support discussions on updating medication lists and clinical protocols, organizing healthcare services, allocating resources, and implementing actions to reduce judicialization.
- Nádia Bernardinis
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-19-2024
Nursing students’ perception: Escape Room use in teaching leadership skills
- Chennyfer Dobbins Abi Rached ,
- Emili Amani Alves da Cruz ,
- Maria Helena Cardoso da Mota ,
- Caroline da Silva Fonseca Paulo ,
- Giovanna Micucci Pires Amaral , [ … ],
- Daniela Lika Nakajima
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLENursing students’ perception: Escape Room use in teaching leadership skills
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e20230414
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0414
- Chennyfer Dobbins Abi Rached ,
- Emili Amani Alves da Cruz ,
- Maria Helena Cardoso da Mota ,
- Caroline da Silva Fonseca Paulo ,
- Giovanna Micucci Pires Amaral ,
- Daniela Lika Nakajima
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Objectives:
to understand nursing students’ perception regarding Escape Room use to develop leadership skills.
Methods:
a qualitative exploratory-descriptive study, with 97 nursing students. Escape Room game sessions were held, totaling ten. Subsequently, a debriefing and analysis was carried out using the Discourse of the Collective Subject method, through the focus group technique. Ethical procedures were respected.
Results:
students’ perceptions about using this methodology to develop leadership skills were positive and significant. The effectiveness of the game in teaching and developing these skills in nursing practice stands out.
Final Considerations:
the game was an effective active methodology in approaching the proposed content, promoting satisfaction and easy assimilation.
- Chennyfer Dobbins Abi Rached
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-19-2024
Validation of an instrument for patient classification to support obstetric nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e20230401
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEValidation of an instrument for patient classification to support obstetric nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e20230401
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0401
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Objectives:
to develop and validate an instrument for the classification of pregnant and postpartum women according to the demand for nursing care.
Methods:
a methodological study conducted in three stages: 1) construction of the instrument based on literature review; 2) content validation using the Delphi technique with 12 experts; and 3) Evaluation of the convergent construct validity through the correlation between the scores of the constructed instrument and the Fugulin instrument.
Results:
an instrument with ten indicators of specific care for pregnant and postpartum women was developed. A content validity index higher than 0.9 was obtained, requiring only one round of the Delphi technique. The Spearman coefficient was 0.64 between the instruments, indicating a strong correlation.
Conclusions:
the classification instrument specifically constructed for pregnant and postpartum women showed evidence of content validity and convergent construct validity with a widely used instrument in the national territory.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-19-2024
The use of spirituality/religiosity by oncology nurse residents in nursing care
- Ana Paula Kelly de Almeida Tomaz ,
- Rômulo Frutuoso Antunes ,
- Rachel Verdan Dib ,
- Raquel de Souza Ramos ,
- Flaviana Pereira Bastos Nascimento , [ … ],
- Regina Célia Gollner Zeitoune
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEThe use of spirituality/religiosity by oncology nurse residents in nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e20230383
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0383
- Ana Paula Kelly de Almeida Tomaz ,
- Rômulo Frutuoso Antunes ,
- Rachel Verdan Dib ,
- Raquel de Souza Ramos ,
- Flaviana Pereira Bastos Nascimento ,
- Sérgio Abreu de Jesus ,
- Kayo Henrique Jardel Feitosa Sousa ,
- Regina Célia Gollner Zeitoune
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Objectives:
to analyze the use of spirituality/religiosity by oncology nurse residents in caring for patients with cancer.
Methods:
a census, descriptive, sectional study, with 46 nurse residents from three public hospitals in Rio de Janeiro. Data collection took place between August 2020 and January 2021, using a sociodemographic questionnaire, including a question about the use of spirituality/ religiosity to deal with work situations. Descriptive analysis was carried out using SPSS software version 22.0.
Results:
participants stated that they use religiosity/spirituality in work situations related to patients or themselves. In relation to patients, death was the most mentioned situation among professionals, and for themselves, everyday situations and emotional vulnerability were the most mentioned.
Final Considerations:
spirituality and religiosity are dimensions that guide oncology nurse residents’ attitudes.
- Ana Paula Kelly de Almeida Tomaz
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01-01-2016
Association between self-care and hospital readmissions of patients with heart failure
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):500-506
Abstract
Association between self-care and hospital readmissions of patients with heart failure
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):500-506
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690312i
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Objective:
to assess the association between self-care and the number of hospital readmissions of patients with heart failure (ADHF) and test the applicability of two self-care assessment tools. longitudinal study, performed in a cardiology reference hospital in southern Brazil.
Method:
it included 82 patients with a mean age of 61.85±12.33 years, 57.3% male. The mean score of self-care assessment found the scales European Heart Failure Self-care Behavior Scale and Self-care Scale for Patients with Heart Failure was unsatisfactory.
Results:
it was observed an average of 2.57±1.66 rehospitalization last year for decompensated heart failure. There was a correlation between self-care scores with the number of hospital readmissions for decompensated HF. Education and age were associated to self-care of HF patients.
Conclusion:
both scales assess self-care in a relevant way, and correlated their indexes.
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01-01-2016
Knowledge management in Portuguese healthcare institutions
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):492-499
Abstract
Knowledge management in Portuguese healthcare institutions
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):492-499
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690311i
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Objective:
to evaluate the perception of healthcare institution collaborators in relation to knowledge management in the institution where they operate and analyze the existence of differences in this perception, based on the institution’s management model.
Method:
a study conducted in a sample consisting of 671 collaborators from 10 Portuguese healthcare institutions with different models of management. In order to assess the knowledge management perception, we used a score designed from and based on items from the scores available in the literature.
Results:
the perception of moderate knowledge management on the healthcare institutions and the statistically significant differences in knowledge management perception were evidenced in each management model.
Conclusion:
management knowledge takes place in healthcare institutions, and the current management model determines the way staff at these institutions manage their knowledge.
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01-01-2016
Social impairment of patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplant
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):484-491
Abstract
Social impairment of patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplant
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):484-491
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690310i
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Objective:
to evaluate the impairment of social and emotional domains of hospitalized patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cells transplantation.
Method:
an observational, longitudinal study with 25 participants evaluated in the period of pre-transplant, pancytopenia and pre-hospital discharge between September 2013 and September 2014, in a reference hospital for this treatment modality in Brazil. Two international instruments were used, both of which translated and adapted to Portuguese (Brazil): Quality of Life Questionnaire-Core 30 and Functional Assessment Cancer Therapy – Bone Marrow Transplantation.
Results:
patients have shown a statistically significant decrease in the social domain, and stability of the emotional function along the course of treatment.
Conclusion:
hematopoietic stem cell transplantation changes the social function of patients with hematologic cancer during hospitalization stage. Thus, patients should receive guidance addressing the social domain in order that it can be less affected.
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01-01-2016
Frailty and quality of life in elderly primary health care users
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):478-483
Abstract
Frailty and quality of life in elderly primary health care users
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):478-483
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690309i
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Objective:
to investigate the association between physical frailty and quality of life in elderly users of primary health care in the capital of the state of Paraná.
Method:
a cross-sectional, quantitative study with 203 elders. Data collected included: physical activity questionnaires, weight loss, fatigue/exhaustion, quality of life, performance of gait speed tests, and handgrip strength.
Results:
of the 203 older adults, 115 were pre-frail, 49 were non-frail, and 39 were frail, with a significant association with functional capacity and quality of life in all groups. The dimensions resulting from physical aspects, pain, and vitality were associated with those that were non-frail.
Conclusion:
in this study, frailty syndrome was inversely proportional to the quality of life, and significantly associated with functional capacity of older adults. Physical frailty is a manageable condition which can be targeted through geriatric nursing interventions.
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01-01-2016
Impact of home visits on the functional capacity of patients with venous ulcers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):468-477
Abstract
Impact of home visits on the functional capacity of patients with venous ulcers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):468-477
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690308i
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Objective:
to assess the impact of protocol home visits on the functional capacity of adult and elderly patients with venous ulcers, before and after guidance received at home.
Method:
clinical experimental, randomized, nonblinded and controlled study, developed with 32 patients (case and control groups). Fields of research were the Wound Outpatient Care Unit of the Antônio Pedro University Hospital and households of patients treated in the outpatient unit. Data collection occurred from February to June 2014, by means of an assessment tool of the health care unit, the TINETTI index and a script for directions to be provided to study participants who received home visits.
Results:
participants in the case group showed significant and differentiated improvement post-intervention when compared to the control group, which remained stable.
Conclusion:
directions provided in the home context were beneficial to the members of the case group.
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01-01-2016
Pressure ulcers in critically ill patients: incidence and associated factors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):460-467
Abstract
Pressure ulcers in critically ill patients: incidence and associated factors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):460-467
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690307i
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Objective:
to identify the incidence and describe the associated factors for pressure ulcers in critically ill patients.
Method:
this was a prospective cohort study with 77 patients, using a clinical, metabolic assessment and the associated factors for pressure ulcer, applying the risk scales (Braden and Waterlow) and assigning ulcers to categories.
Results:
an incidence of 22% (95% CI 12.6 – 31.5), with 17 patients with 32 pressure ulcers in the sacral region (47%), and of Class I (72%). The length of stay was greater than ten days (71%), most admissions were surgical (53%) or for congestive heart failure (24%), and were high risk on the Braden Scale (59%).
Conclusion:
the study highlights the high incidence of pressure ulcers, clinical and metabolic characteristics and associated factors, as well as the outcome of death, requiring, therefore, preventive measures.
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01-01-2016
Accreditation in a public hospital: perceptions of a multidisciplinary team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):451-459
Abstract
Accreditation in a public hospital: perceptions of a multidisciplinary team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):451-459
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690306i
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Objective:
to analyze the perceptions of the multidisciplinary team on Accreditation in a public hospital.
Method:
descriptive, exploratory, qualitative research, performed in May 2014, using recorded individual interviews. In total, 28 employees of a public hospital, Accredited with Excellence, answered the guiding question: “Tell me about the Accreditation system used in this hospital”. The interviews were transcribed and subjected to content analysis.
Results:
of the speeches, three categories emerged: Advantages offered by the Accreditation; Accredited public hospital resembling a private hospital; Pride/satisfaction for acting in an accredited public hospital.
Conclusion:
participants perceived Accreditation as a favorable system for a quality management in the public service because it promotes the development of professional skills and improves cost management, organizational structure, management of assistance and perception of job pride/satisfaction.
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01-01-2016
Health status and the return to work after traffic accidents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):443-450
Abstract
Health status and the return to work after traffic accidents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):443-450
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690305i
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Objective:
to compare the health status of traffic accident victims, at hospital discharge and after six months, and to analyze the predictive variables of their health status and return to work.
Method:
observational, longitudinal study. Data were collected through interviews and medical records of 102 patients with a mean age of 33 years; with the majority being men and victims of motorcycle accidents. The variables were analyzed by means of validated tools, student’s t-test, multiple linear regression, and logistic regression.
Results:
there was an improvement of perception in the patients’ health status six months after hospital discharge and functional capacity. The individuals who returned to work showed better health-related quality of life evaluation.
Conclusion:
improvement of the perceived health status six months after hospital discharge was found. Factors that influenced the patients’ return to work were not identified.
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06-01-2015
Workers of CEASA: factors associated with fatigue and work ability
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):460-466
Abstract
Workers 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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06-01-2015
Nursing Terminology defines domestic violence against children and adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):452-459
Abstract
Nursing 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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06-01-2015
Instrumento para avaliação de estilo de vida sedentário em pacientes com hipertensão
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):445-451
Abstract
Instrumento 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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06-01-2015
Instrument for evaluation of sedentary lifestyle in patients with high blood pressure
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):445-451
Abstract
Instrument 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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06-01-2015
Potentialities and weaknesses in the care network of people with HIV/AIDS
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):438-444
Abstract
Potentialities 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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06-01-2015
AIDS epidemic in the triple frontier: subsidies for professional practice
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):429-437
Abstract
AIDS 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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06-01-2015
The Informal Caregiver Burden Assessment Questionnaire: validation for Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):421-428
Abstract
The 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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06-01-2015
Study of billing audits in a teaching hospital
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):414-420
Abstract
Study 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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