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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-16-2024
Complexities of nursing in healthcare waste management in hospitals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230391
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEComplexities of nursing in healthcare waste management in hospitals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230391
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0391
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Objectives:
to understand how healthcare waste management is developed by nursing professionals in hospitals.
Methods:
qualitative research, whose theoretical and methodological frameworks were Complexity Theory and Grounded Theory. Thirty-two nursing professionals from a public hospital in Rio de Janeiro participated in the study. Semi-structured interviews were used.
Results:
nursing affects healthcare waste management multidimensionally. Shortage of materials and work overload were identified as factors that influence professionals’ decision-making and increase the risk of improper waste disposal. The lack of knowledge on the subject also influences nursing practice. However, professionals value actions related to hazardous waste.
Final Considerations:
nursing professionals recognize themselves in healthcare waste management and understand the need to develop systemic awareness for sustainable practice.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-16-2024
Predisposing factors for symptoms of anxiety, depression, and insomnia in university students
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230387
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPredisposing factors for symptoms of anxiety, depression, and insomnia in university students
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230387
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0387
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Objectives:
to characterize the sociodemographic and psychological aspects of university students who sought psychiatric care at a Student Support Center of a Federal University and to analyze associations between mental health issues and predisposing factors.
Methods:
a retrospective analysis of 103 medical records was conducted. The statistical analysis consisted of two steps: a descriptive analysis and a predictive analysis using the Logistic Regression Model.
Results:
the majority of the students were female. Symptoms of anxiety, depression, and insomnia were the main reasons for seeking care. Students who reported having emotional difficulties that negatively impacted their studies and those who had undergone some form of health treatment showed a higher probability of experiencing anxiety symptoms. Notable correlations were found between anxiety and emotional difficulties, depression and diarrhea, and insomnia and a sedentary lifestyle.
Conclusions:
symptoms of anxiety, depression, and insomnia led students to seek psychiatric care at the university. Understanding the predisposing factors for mental health issues in university students can inform care strategies and promote academic success.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-16-2024
Educational technology to empower patients as participants in their care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230359
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEEducational technology to empower patients as participants in their care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230359
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0359
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Objectives:
to build and validate an educational technology to empower patients as participants in their own care.
Methods:
methodological study to develop an educational technology based on the elaboration, validation, and evaluation that were carried out in five stages at a teaching hospital in Amazonas. The study was carried out from 2019 to 2022, with the participation of 19 judges specialized in patient safety and 72 patients admitted to the hospital’s medical and surgical clinics, the study setting.
Results:
the agreement between the judges obtained an overall index of 0.85, being considered validated. The overall analysis of the booklet obtained an assessment of the level of agreement above 85%.
Final Considerations:
the educational technology presented here was validated and suitable for promoting patient/professional rapprochement and consolidating health care in a way that increases the patient’s ability to contribute to their treatment and prevent the occurrence of adverse events.
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REVIEW12-16-2024
Strategies for expanding vaccination coverage in children in Brazil: systematic literature review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230343
Abstract
REVIEWStrategies for expanding vaccination coverage in children in Brazil: systematic literature review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230343
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0343
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Objectives:
to identify the strategies found in the literature for increasing vaccination coverage among children in Brazil. It is justified mainly by the current scenario of falling vaccination coverage.
Methods:
systematic literature review. The search was carried out in the Pubmed (MEDLINE), Embase and Scopus databases, following the PRISMA guidelines.
Results:
initially, 4,824 results were returned. In the end, 6 studies were included for narrative synthesis using the SWiM methodology. Of these, 50% dealt with studies related to the Bolsa Família Program (PBF). The others explored strategies for approaching parents directly, Rapid Vaccination Monitoring (MRV) and the Community Health Agents Program (PACS). The PBF did not guarantee compliance with the conditionality of keeping vaccinations up to date. The MRV and PACS are effective strategies, especially because they allow active search for absentees.
Conclusions:
we conclude that more publications are needed on strategies to increase vaccination coverage among children in Brazil.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-16-2024
The nursing practice environment and hospital sociotechnical complexity: a mixed-methods study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230315
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEThe nursing practice environment and hospital sociotechnical complexity: a mixed-methods study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230315
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0315
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Objectives:
to analyze the relationship between the nursing practice environment and hospital sociotechnical complexity as perceived by nurses.
Methods:
a sequential explanatory mixed-methods study was conducted in a hospital in southern Brazil. The Brazilian version of the Practice Environment Scale-Nursing Work Index and the Complexity Characterization Questionnaire were administered to 132 nurses. Subsequently, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 18 participants, and the data were subjected to thematic analysis. Data integration was achieved through a connection approach.
Results:
the nursing practice environment was found to be favorable, except in the subscale concerning Staffing and Resource Adequacy, where complexity was present in the activities. The three emerging categories explained human and technical aspects related to complexity in the practice environment, quality of care, and patient safety. Unexpected variability was inversely correlated with the practice environment.
Conclusions:
the study results indicate a relationship between these constructs, with implications for the quality and the safety of care.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-16-2024
Factors associated with maternal well-being during childbirth among postpartum women in Minas Gerais
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230304
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEFactors associated with maternal well-being during childbirth among postpartum women in Minas Gerais
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230304
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0304
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Objectives:
to analyze the factors associated with maternal well-being during childbirth among postpartum women in Minas Gerais.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study nested within a cohort was conducted with postpartum women in a municipality of Minas Gerais. The Maternal Well-being in Childbirth Scale 2 was used. The prevalence of maternal well-being during childbirth was estimated. The magnitude of the association between maternal distress and care practices was estimated using the Prevalence Ratio (PR), applying Poisson regression.
Results:
a total of 183 postpartum women aged between 15 and 46 years participated, with 26.2%, 27.9%, and 45.9% reporting excellent, adequate, and poor well-being during childbirth care, respectively. Maternal distress was more prevalent among women who underwent cesarean sections (PR = 1.60) and those who did not receive breastfeeding information (PR = 1.59).
Conclusions:
a high prevalence of maternal distress during childbirth was observed, associated with cesarean delivery and the lack of breastfeeding information.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-16-2024
Prevalence and factors associated with musculoskeletal pain among hospital cleaning staff
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230237
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPrevalence and factors associated with musculoskeletal pain among hospital cleaning staff
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230237
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0237
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Objetivos:
verificar a prevalência e os fatores associados à dor musculoesquelética em trabalhadores do serviço hospitalar de limpeza.
Métodos:
estudo transversal, realizado com trabalhadores de limpeza de um hospital de ensino do Sul do Brasil. Utilizaram-se questionário com variáveis sociodemográficas, laborais e de saúde, o Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire e o Diagrama de Corlett e Manenica. Realizou-se análise bivariada.
Resultados:
participaram 149 trabalhadores. Prevaleceu dor musculoesquelética na coluna lombar no último ano (65,8%) e últimos sete dias (42,3%). Constataram-se associações entre automedicação e dor na parte inferior das costas (p=0,020) e ombros (p=0,026); sedentarismo, oito horas de sono diárias e dor nos tornozelos (p=0,041) e pés (p=0,039); ex-tabagismo, uso de medicamento e dor nos punhos (p=0,015) e mãos (p=0,004).
Conclusões:
prevaleceram lombalgias associadas a hábitos de saúde e vida. Um programa de educação em saúde e recomendações de melhorias nos processos de trabalho podem minimizar a exposição à dor musculoesquelética.
Keywords:Dor MusculoesqueléticaSaúde do TrabalhadorServiço Hospitalar de LimpezaServiços HospitalaresTranstornos Traumáticos CumulativosSee more
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Women’s temporality after cardiac surgery: contributions to nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1056-1062
Abstract
RESEARCHWomen’s temporality after cardiac surgery: contributions to nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1056-1062
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680609i
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Objective:
to unveil women’s existential movement after cardiac surgery.
Method:
qualitative phenomenological study. The research setting was a hospital in Minas Gerais, in which ten women were interviewed between December 2011 and January 2012.
Results:
after hospital discharge, the women experienced physical, social and emotional impairments, and expressed the desire to go back to the time before their diagnosis, because they felt as though they still had heart disease. This vague and average understanding led to three units of meaning that, from a Heideggerian hermeneutic point of view, revealed the phenomenon of cardiac surgery as a present circumstance that limited the participants’ daily lives.
Conclusion:
nurses supporting women patients after cardiac surgery should promote health considering existential facets that are expressed during care. The bases for comprehensive care are revealed in singular and whole meetings of subjectivity.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Compliance of hand hygiene in maintaining the catheter for hemodialysis
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1050-1055
Abstract
RESEARCHCompliance of hand hygiene in maintaining the catheter for hemodialysis
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1050-1055
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680608i
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Objective:
to assess the compliance of the practice of hand hygiene in maintaining the temporary double-lumen catheter for hemodialysis, through the use of process indicator at the University Hospital of the University of São Paulo.
Method:
a quantitative, exploratory, descriptive, observational study. Sample consists of 155 observations of patients with catheter from March to November 2011, using the Maintenance Indicator Temporary Dual Lumen Catheter for Hemodialysis.
Results:
the overall compliance rate was 65.8%. Of the 13 specific components evaluated, 9 (69.2%) had 100% compliance. Hand hygiene by health professionals presented one of the worst rates (83.9%).
Conclusion:
it is necessary to implement strategies to reduce the rates of non-compliance, improve quality of care and safety of patients with catheter, and explore factors that affect the process, such as structural issues, and behavioral materials.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Replication of the training program in nonverbal communication in gerontology
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1042-1049
Abstract
RESEARCHReplication of the training program in nonverbal communication in gerontology
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1042-1049
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680607i
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Objective:
to measure the rate of assimilation of applied content at immediate and subsequent moments after a nonverbal communication in gerontology training program.
Method:
descriptive and exploratory fi eld study developed in three state administered hospitals, which attend Brazilian National Health Service (SUS) clients. The duration of the training was twelve hours, applied with 102 healthcare professionals.
Results:
the results revealed that the rate of assimilation of the content immediately after the program was satisfactory, as well as being satisfactory in the aspects concept of aging; strategies to foster the independence and autonomy of the elderly person; communication interferences linked to the elderly and the professional; recognition of non-verbal functions and dimensions. The exception was the professional perception faced with aspects that influence the success of communication.
Conclusion:
it was concluded that the replication of this program was relevant and current for the hospital context, remaining effi cient for healthcare professionals.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Physical and psychological violence against the elderly: prevalence and associated factors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1035-1041
Abstract
RESEARCHPhysical and psychological violence against the elderly: prevalence and associated factors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1035-1041
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680606i
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Objective:
to verify the prevalence and associated factors to physical and psychological violence against elderlies and trace the sociodemographic and clinical indicators of this population.
Method:
household survey conducted in 729 elderlies Uberaba – MG. Data were analyzed by Chi-square test and logistic regression (p < 0,05).
Results:
the prevalence of elderly on violence was 20.9%, and 5.9% to 20.9% for physical and psychological. Among them prevailed women; with 60├80 years; no education; with income, with their partner as the primary aggressor; negative self-perception of health, hospitalization in the last year and presence of multimorbidities. The violence has been associated with have 60├80 years, living with your partner and dependence for instrumental activities of daily living.
Conclusion:
reinforces the need for early identification of domestic violence and invest in both the old protective actions and in maintaining functional capacity and social inclusion.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
First civil service examination for nurses at the Administrative Department of Public Service
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1027-1034
Abstract
RESEARCHFirst civil service examination for nurses at the Administrative Department of Public Service
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1027-1034
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680605i
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Objective:
to describe the results of the first national public service examination for nurses conducted by the Administrative Department of Public Service between 1941 and 1942.
Method:
historical-documentary research with a quantitative approach.
Results:
155 candidates registered, aged between 21 and 35 years old, 141 (91%) of whom were female. A total of 120 candidates passed the practical exam. Of these, 116 took the written qualification exam. In the end, 107 were approved, 74 (69.1%) of whom were temporary public nurses, 59 (55.1%) Anna Nery Nursing School alumni, and 10 among the first 20 twenty became involved with the Brazilian Association of Nursing later.
Conclusion:
although the exam legitimized the meritbased culture in the staff selection in the area of Brazilian nursing, egalitarian criteria were mitigated, especially regarding the grades applied to different kinds of exams. This resulted in a significant number of temporary nurses approved.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Children and adolescents with chronic kidney disease in haemodialysis: perception of professionals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1020-1026
Abstract
RESEARCHChildren and adolescents with chronic kidney disease in haemodialysis: perception of professionals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1020-1026
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680604i
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Objective:
to identify aspects impacting on quality of life for children and adolescents with chronic kidney disease on hemodialysis, from the perspective of health professionals, as an essential step for the construction of a specific module of the DISABKIDS® instrument.
Method:
methodological study. Data was collected between May and June 2012, through personal interviews with 12 participants, in two dialysis centers. The empirical material was analyzed according to the thematic content analysis, using the program MAXQDA – Qualitative Data Analysis Software.
Results:
we identifi ed seven themes: self-care, family support, impact of diagnosis, expectation of kidney transplant, truancy, socialization and stigma, grouped into three domains.
Conclusion:
the results showed aspects that impact the quality of life of these customers and, therefore, will be considered in the development of specifi c DISABKIDS® module. In addition, these aspects are relevant to the preparation and planning of actions directed towards children and adolescents with chronic kidney disease.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
From frustration to coping with caring for death by nurse technicians
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1013-1019
Abstract
RESEARCHFrom frustration to coping with caring for death by nurse technicians
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1013-1019
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680603i
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Objective:
to understand nurse technicians’ experience with caring for the death of terminal patients in ICUs and to configure a theoretical model.
Method:
qualitative study with theoretical saturation when analyzing the 10th non-directive interview, having as reference Grounded Theory, Symbolic Interactionism and Bioethics.
Results:
the core category – from frustration to coping with dignified nursing care for finitude: the acceptance of death as a therapeutic and intervenient component – emerged from the comparison of the sub-processes: when the nurse does not feel prepared for caring for death, accepting death as a therapeutic phenomenon and developing coping strategies.
Conclusion:
according to Symbolic Interactionism, a novice professional’s frustration in caring for an individual for death is related to his/her interaction and interpretation of the situation as he/she feels prepared only to care for individuals for life.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Sedentary lifestyle in individuals with hypertension
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1005-1012
Abstract
RESEARCHSedentary lifestyle in individuals with hypertension
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(6):1005-1012
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680602i
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Objective:
to identify the prevalence of nursing diagnosis Sedentary lifestyle (SL) and to analyze its association with clinical indicators (CI) and related factors (RF) in patients with hypertension.
Method:
cross-sectional study with 285 patients with hypertension at a reference center for outpatient care in Northeastern Brazil. To collect data it was used an instrument based on operational defi nitions of the CI and RF previously validated. Four nurses rated SL as present or absent. To evaluate the association between CI and RF with the presence of SL it was applied the chi-square test. The prevalence ratio and confi dence interval was calculated to verify the magnitude of the effect between RF and SL. Results: SL was identifi ed in 55.8% of the sample. Five IC and six RF showed a signifi cant association with SL.
Conclusion:
the study identifi es main indicators for inference of SL as well as their possible causal factors among people with hypertension.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Job satisfaction in an oncology nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):988-995
Abstract
RESEARCHJob satisfaction in an oncology nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):988-995
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0422
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Objective:
to identify the level of attributed, perceived and real job satisfaction of oncology nursing professionals and analyze the relationships between the levels of satisfaction among these workers.
Method:
a descriptive, quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted using the Index of Work Satisfaction (IWS) to evaluate the nursing team, nurses and technicians/auxiliaries. A total of 348 workers answered the questionnaire, of which 216 were fully completed and considered for the IWS calculation.
Results:
Autonomy was considered the most important item in attributed satisfaction for the nursing team and nurses. Salary was valorized most by the technicians/auxiliaries. For perceived satisfaction, Professional Status was the most important for all workers. Regarding real satisfaction, Interaction was the most important for the nursing team and technicians/auxiliaries; while the nurses valorized Autonomy. The nurses presented the greatest job satisfaction.
Conclusion:
a discrepancy was observed in job satisfaction among the oncology nurses, indicating the importance of further quantitative research.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Relational technologies as instruments of care in the Family Health Strategy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):981-987
Abstract
RESEARCHRelational technologies as instruments of care in the Family Health Strategy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):981-987
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0337
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Objective:
This article aims to identify the relational technologies used by Family Health Strategy nurses in their daily work when treating patients.
Method:
Descriptive and cross-sectional study with qualitative approach; conducted between May and July 2015, in three Basic Health Units of the Southern Region of the Municipality of São Paulo, with 19 nurses of the Family Health Strategy. Data were collected through a semi-structured interview, and the speeches were fully transcribed and analyzed according to the technique of content analysis.
Results:
From the speeches of the participants, three categories emerged, showing the unawareness of the concept, but the valorization of its use; which are the relational technologies used by the participating nurses (communication, listening, empathy and welcoming reception), as well as the report of barriers to the use of relational technologies.
Final consideration:
Although the nurses value the use of relational technologies, the participants denoted unawareness of the nomenclature and its associated concepts, suggesting superficiality in the understanding and use of these instruments in the context of care in the Family Health Strategy.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Knowledge and practice in mental health nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):973-980
Abstract
RESEARCHKnowledge and practice in mental health nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):973-980
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0343
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Objective:
To understand mental health nursing care based on the concept of the subject of the unconscious proposed by Lacan.
Method:
A narrative study was carried out with 19 nurses, chosen based on their theoretical approach or referral by other participants, through the snowball sampling technique. The interviews were carried out in person or digitally, and were recorded and fully transcribed.
Results:
The analysis was carried out based on Freudian and Lacanian psychoanalysis, approaching nursing care as it acts on the body, secretions, and excretions, to distinguish it from the spirit of fineness. Effects on care are discussed, considering the subject of the unconscious with its knowledge, creating unique exits (sinthome). In this situation, professionals are required to abstain from a position of knowing what is better for the Other.
Final considerations:
This nursing care perspective offers contributions when discussing the centrality of the subject and words in the care process.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Weaving the West Psychosocial Care Network of the municipality of São Paulo
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):965-972
Abstract
RESEARCHWeaving the West Psychosocial Care Network of the municipality of São Paulo
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):965-972
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0566
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Objective:
to understand how health service professionals involved in the care of users in psychic distress perceive the organization of the Psychosocial Care Network (RAPS – Rede de Atenção Psicossocial) in the western region of the city of São Paulo.
Method:
qualitative approach study conducted with 123 professionals with higher education who work in the care points of the network. A semi-structured interview was performed and data were submitted to the Alceste program for lexical analysis.
Results:
the network is in process of alignment with the mental health policy and the psychosocial rehabilitation strategy. However, the weaknesses in the work process of teams are related to deficits in human resources, structure, and communication, and to the limited appropriation of their guidelines.
Final considerations:
there are intense efforts of workers to weave the network, and barriers need to be overcome to support successful actions in mental health care in the territory.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Chronotype and work shift in nursing workers of university hospitals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):958-964
Abstract
RESEARCHChronotype and work shift in nursing workers of university hospitals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):958-964
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0542
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Objective:
To identify the predominant chronotype in nursing workers who work in surgical clinics of university hospitals and to verify the association with work shift.
Method:
Cross-sectional study, performed in surgical clinics of university hospitals in the Southern region of Brazil. The sample of 270 nursing workers answered questions of socio-occupational characterization, of health and the Morningness-Eveningness Questionnaire of Horne and Östberg. We performed a descriptive and bivariate analysis with the help of the SPSS software and confidence interval of 95%.
Results:
The indifferent chronotype predominated (45.2%). There were significant differences between occupational categories and variables “age” (p<0.001), “use of medication” (p=0.035) and “choice of work shift” (p=0.001). There was an association between the chronotype and the variables “work leave due to illness” (p=0.021), “children” (p=0.025), “use of medication” (p=0.018) and “work shift” (p=0.001).
Conclusion:
The chronotype remained indifferent, and the results confirmed association between chronotype and work shift.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Difficulties in nutritional counseling and child growth follow-up: from a professional perspective
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):949-957
Abstract
RESEARCHDifficulties in nutritional counseling and child growth follow-up: from a professional perspective
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):949-957
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0527
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Introduction:
Nutritional counseling and growth follow-up are priorities when providing care to children; however, these have not been completely incorporated into primary health care.
Objective:
To know the difficulties for providing nutritional counseling and child growth follow-up, from a professional healthcare perspective.
Method:
Qualitative study, using Donabedian as theoretical framework, developed by 53 professionals in the field of primary health care. Data was obtained from focal groups and submitted to content analysis.
Results:
The main difficulties for nutritional counseling were clustered in the category of ‘perceptions and beliefs related to child feeding’. The ‘problems of infrastructure and healthcare’ and ‘maintenance of the hegemonic medical model’ are the main difficulties for following-up growth.
Final considerations:
Besides investments in infrastructure, healthcare training is indispensable considering beliefs and professional experiences, so in fact, nutritional counseling and child growth follow-up are incorporated in primary health care.
Keywords:Child NutritionChildcareNursing Primary Health CarePrimary Health CareResearch, QualitativeSee more -
RESEARCH01-01-2017
Severity and workload related to adverse events in the ICU
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):942-948
Abstract
RESEARCHSeverity and workload related to adverse events in the ICU
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):942-948
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0427
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Objective:
To analyze whether an increase in patient severity and nursing workload are correlated to a greater incidence of adverse events (AEs) in critical patients.
Method:
A prospective single cohort study was performed on a sample of 138 patients hospitalized in an intensive care unit (ICU).
Results:
A total of 166 AEs, occurred, affecting 50.7% of the patients. Increased patient severity presented a direct relationship to the probability of AEs occurring. However, nursing workload did not present a statistically significant relationship with the occurrence of AEs.
Conclusion:
The results cast light on the importance of using evaluation tools by the nursing personnel in order to optimize their daily activities and focus on patient safety.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Mental health in the Family Health Strategy as perceived by health professionals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):935-941
Abstract
RESEARCHMental health in the Family Health Strategy as perceived by health professionals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):935-941
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0492
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Objective:
to analyze the management of mental health needs in primary care as perceived by Family Health Strategy professionals.
Method:
this was a qualitative descriptive exploratory study developed within the coverage area of five family health teams. The data were collected using observation, group interviews, individual semi-structured interviews, and focus groups. Content analysis was conducted using text analysis software and interpretation was based on the corresponding analytical structures.
Results:
numerous and challenging mental health demands occur in this setting, for which the teams identified care resources; however, they also indicated difficulties, especially related to the operationalization and integration of such resources.
Conclusion:
there is a need for a care network sensitive to mental health demands that are better coordinated and more effectively managed.
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