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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Complex educational and care (geron)technology for elderly individuals/families experiencing Alzheimer’s disease
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):726-732
Abstract
RESEARCHComplex educational and care (geron)technology for elderly individuals/families experiencing Alzheimer’s disease
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):726-732
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0687
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Objective:
To describe the contributions of the Integrated Multidisciplinary Care Group for Caregivers of Individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease as an educational and care (geron)technology in the context of Alzheimer’s disease in elderly individuals from the perspective of family members/caregivers.
Method:
Exploratory, descriptive study with a qualitative approach conducted with 13 family members/caregivers of elderly people participating in the support group of a university institution of the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Data collected between January and April 2016 through a semi-structured interview were submitted to discursive textual analysis.
Results:
Family members/caregivers pointed out education and care as contributions of the group; education for care and for the future; exchange, socialization, and development of knowledge through the range of knowledge existing in the Group.
Conclusion:
The Group contributes as a (geron)technology of care and education for care in which knowledge is built and applied in practice, supporting the experienced disorders and improving the quality of care provided for elderly individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Falls in institutionalized older adults: risks, consequences and antecedents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):719-725
Abstract
RESEARCHFalls in institutionalized older adults: risks, consequences and antecedents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):719-725
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0107
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Objective:
To analyze the occurrence of falls in institutionalized elderly addressing the risks, consequences and antecedents.
Method:
Cross-sectional study carried out with 45 older adults in Long-Term Care Facilities for the Older adult in João Pessoa, Brazil, in June and July 2016. A socio-demographic questionnaire and the Berg Balance Scale were applied, classifying as risk of fall scores lower than 45. Descriptive statistics and tests were conducted: independent t-test, Anova (Tukey), Chi-square, Mann Whitney. Statistically significance was p <0.05. Data were processed in SPSS version 19.0.
Results:
A total of 66.7% (30) falls occurred, 20% (9) of them in the external area, with 66.7% (30) of the participants having hypertension as a previous disease and, as consequence, the fracture was highlighted with 11.2% (5). The Berg Scale had different scores when compared to the falls suffered by the elderly and previous diseases influenced the occurrence of falls (p <0.05).
Conclusion:
It is necessary to implement public financing policies or partnerships that allow environments adaptations aiming at reducing the risks of falls.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Factors associated with the functional capacity of older adults with leprosy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):711-718
Abstract
RESEARCHFactors associated with the functional capacity of older adults with leprosy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):711-718
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0091
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Objective:
to investigate the association between socio-demographic and clinical factors and the functional capacity of older adults with leprosy.
Method:
cross-sectional analytical study conducted in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil, with 77 older adult patients with leprosy in a referral service, through interview, medical records and application of the Katz Index and the Lawton and Brody Scale.
Results:
the mean age was 68.23 years, with prevalence of men, in stable union/married, with mean monthly family income of 2.04 minimum wages, positive bacillary index, clinical dimorphic form and grade zero disability. In the Lawton and Brody scale, independence (58.5%) was predominant and associated to the variables “living arrangement” and “educational attainment”. Total independence (87.0%) was predominant in the Katz Index and statistically associated to the variable monthly family income.
Conclusion:
most of the participants were classified as independent in the instruments used. Furthermore, the instruments pointed to a greater number of associations with socio-demographic and clinical factors not related to leprosy.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Effects of supportive telephone counseling in the metabolic control of elderly people with diabetes mellitus
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):704-710
Abstract
RESEARCHEffects of supportive telephone counseling in the metabolic control of elderly people with diabetes mellitus
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):704-710
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0089
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Objective:
the purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of telephone-based support for the metabolic control of elderly patients with diabetes mellitus.
Method:
a pragmatic study was conducted in two groups, called G1 (n=36) and G2 (n=27), at a health unit from the countryside of São Paulo state. Patients in G1 group received telephone support over four months, through 16 telephone contacts with educational material; for the G2 group the educational material was mailed.
Results:
significant differences were found. The G1 group showed a reduction of the parameters of fasting glucose, as well as systolic and diastolic blood pressure. In G2 group a modest reduction was noted in some parameters, with no significant difference.
Conclusion:
telephone support was effective to deliver patient education to the diabetic elderly, leading to the reduction of fasting blood glucose. This, combined with other strategies, can contribute to reduce glycated hemoglobin (NCT 01972412).
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Stress and optimism of elderlies who are caregivers for elderlies and live with children
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):697-703
Abstract
RESEARCHStress and optimism of elderlies who are caregivers for elderlies and live with children
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):697-703
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0088
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Objective:
to evaluate the relation between stress and optimism of elderlies who are informal caregivers for elderlies and live with children.
Method:
cross-sectional study on 50 elderlies who provide care to elderlies, live with children, and are registered in the primary health care. The interviews occurred in the participant’s residence and we evaluated characteristics of the care-dependent elderly and of the children, sociodemographic characteristics, stress through the Perceived Stress Scale and optimism through the Pinto and Pais-Ribeiro Spirituality Scale, in the elderly caregiver. For statistical analysis we used the Spearman correlation test.
Results:
the mean level of stress was 23.9 points and of optimism was 3.3 points. Correlation analysis showed that the higher the level of optimism the significantly lower the level of perceived stress of elderlies who provided care to elderlies and lived with children.
Conclusion:
inversely proportional correlation was identified between stress and optimism.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Spiritual well-being and quality of life of older adults in hemodialysis
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):689-696
Abstract
RESEARCHSpiritual well-being and quality of life of older adults in hemodialysis
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):689-696
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0006
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Objective:
To analyze the relationship between spiritual well-being, sociodemographic, economic, religious, and health variables and the quality of life of older adults undergoing hemodialysis.
Method:
This was a cross-sectional and correlational study conducted with 169 older adults undergoing hemodialysis. The researchers conducted interviews to collect sociodemographic, economic, religious, and health data and applied the Spiritual Well-Being Scale (SWBS) and the WHO quality of life assessment (WHOQOL-BREF and WHOQOL-OLD).
Results:
Most of the older adults attained a moderate level of total spiritual well-being (SWB). In terms of QOL, the psychological domain (66.8; sd=13.9) and social relationships domain (66.8; sd=15.1) presented the highest mean scores. The WHOQOL-BREF domains were positively correlated with the SWB scale, with statistical significance among all domains and subscales except the environmental domain.
Conclusion:
The QOL of older adults was associated with the construct of SWB, either positively or negatively.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Vulnerability of caregivers of the elderly with dementia: a cross-sectional descriptive study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):682-688
Abstract
RESEARCHVulnerability of caregivers of the elderly with dementia: a cross-sectional descriptive study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):682-688
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0579
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Objective:
to evaluate the sociodemographic and clinical profile of the caregivers and its relation with the overburden from the care of the elderly with dementia.
Method:
a cross-sectional descriptive study; the sample was non-probabilistic, developed with caregivers of elderly people with dementia. The field of investigation was the Health Care Center of the Elderly and their Caregivers (CASIC), in the city of Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Data collection took place from February to June 2016, with the following instruments: a sociodemographic questionnaire and Zarit scale.
Results:
fifty percent of the caregivers presented moderate overburden; 38% presented little overburden; and 12% moderate/severe overburden. It was observed that the median of weekly care hours increases as the overburden increases. Caregivers with moderate to severe overburden, in the majority, do not share care.
Conclusion:
it is clear that the overburden of care places the caregiver in conditions of biological and psychological vulnerability.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Therapeutic nursing care: transition in sexuality of the elderly caregiving spouse
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):673-681
Abstract
RESEARCHTherapeutic nursing care: transition in sexuality of the elderly caregiving spouse
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(4):673-681
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0256
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Objective:
To understand the transitions experienced, and the conditions and expected response patterns to changes in sexuality of the spouse-caregiver of the elderly, during progression of the dementia process.
Method:
A qualitative research study, conducted at the neurogeriatric clinic between May of 2014 and May of 2015. An intensive, individual interview was administered to 12 elderly caregivers. Thematic content analysis was applied, using the theoretical model of Transition Theory.
Results:
Seven categories emerged, involving relationship and conjugal sexuality; disease repercussions; care and professional approach; attitudes, beliefs and social imagery of sexuality and care; family relationship and redefining of sexuality.
Final considerations:
Family development and marital life, the aspects of formation and development of sexuality, the specifics that involved living and caring for the other were understood, with successive events and changes influenced by old age, dementia, beliefs and social imagery.
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01-01-2015
Factors associated with immunization against Hepatitis B among workers of the Family Health Strategy Program
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):84-92
Abstract
Factors associated with immunization against Hepatitis B among workers of the Family Health Strategy Program
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):84-92
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680112p
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to investigate the report of vaccination against Hepatitis B, verification of immunization and the factors associated with dosages of anti-HBs.
Method:
we collected blood samples from those reported that they had one or more doses of the vaccine. We evaluated the association of the dosage of anti- HBs with sociodemographic conditions, occupational and behavioral. The associations were verified by Mann Whitney and Kruskal Wallis and correlation Spermann by linear regression using SPSS® 17.0.
Results:
among the 761 respondents, 504 (66.1%) were vaccinated, 52.5 % received three doses, 30.4 % verified immunization. Of the 397 evaluated for the determination of anti-Hbs, 16.4% were immune.
Conclusion:
it was found that longer duration of work was associated with higher levels of anti-HBs, while levels of smoking were inversely associated with anti-HBs. These workers need for vaccination campaigns.
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01-01-2015
The decreasing number of cigarettes during psychiatric hospitalization: intervention or punishment?
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):76-83
Abstract
The decreasing number of cigarettes during psychiatric hospitalization: intervention or punishment?
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):76-83
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680111p
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To identify the mental disorders carriers’ perception, the smokers ones, about the decreasing number of cigarettes during psychiatric hospitalization.
Method:
Exploratory study with 96 hospitalized carriers of mental disorders who are smokers: G1 (34 subjects hospitalized when was allowed one cigarette by hour) and G2 (62 subjects hospitalized when it was reduced to eight cigarette by day). Semi-structured questionnaire. Thematic content analysis.
Results:
The G1 admitted satisfaction with the restriction – smoking during hospitalization as entitlement. The G2 resists the restriction change occurred without dialogue or support. In spite of the difficulties, some attitude changes about the cigarette were noticed such as increase of the responsibility, discovery of the ability to reduce smoking and the meaning of its role.
Conclusion:
Some subjects understand the smoking health policy change as punishment, while others as opportunity to think about the role of cigarette in their life.
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01-01-2015
Family functionality in oldest old household residents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):68-75
Abstract
Family functionality in oldest old household residents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):68-75
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680110p
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the aim of this study was to identify factors associated with family functionality of non-institutionalized long-lived subjects, who were residents in Goiânia (GO), Brazil.
Method:
this was a population-based epidemiological study with cross-sectional outline. Evaluation scales of the functional and cognitive capacities were used. Family dynamics was measured using the Adaptation, Partnership, Growth, Affection, and Resolve (APGAR) instrument by making home interviews with 131 long-lived individuals.
Results:
there was prevalence of the female gender, average of age of 83.87 years old, widowhood condition, and residence in a big family, primary schooling, and self-perception of regular health. A great amount showed independence for self-care and partial dependence for daily life instrumental activities. Family functionality prevailed with score average of 9.06 points.
Conclusion:
in conclusion, family functionality in long-lived subjects is associated with self-perception of poor/bad health, osteoporosis, and fall. Results allowed characterizing long-lived subjects’ family functionality with the aim of valuing and prioritizing family as a caregiver.
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01-01-2015
Prevalence of non-adherence to antihypertensive pharmacotherapy and associated factors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):60-67
Abstract
Prevalence of non-adherence to antihypertensive pharmacotherapy and associated factors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):60-67
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680109i
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the aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of non-adherence to antihypertensive drug treatment and its association with factors bio-socio-economic and welfare.
Method:
it was a descriptive, cross-sectional study, performed with 422 hypertensive individuals. Data were collected through home interviews, conducted between December 2011 and March 2012.
Results:
the results showed that the respondents were mostly female, married, elderly, low income and little time of diagnosis. Were considered non adherent to medication 42.65% of participants. Non-Caucasian hypertensive patients, with fewer than eight years of schooling, who did not regularly attend doctor’s appointments, took more than two anti-hypertensive medications and did not have private health insurance, showed higher likelihood of not complying with the drug treatment.
Conclusion:
these findings suggest that hypertensive patients with unfavorable socioeconomic characteristics and difficulty of access to the service require different interventions in order to encourage them to adhere to medication treatment.
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01-01-2015
Adherence and knowledge about the use of personal protective equipment among manicurists
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):52-59
Abstract
Adherence and knowledge about the use of personal protective equipment among manicurists
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):52-59
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680108i
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this study aimed to assess adherence and knowledge of manicures/pedicures on the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Methods:
it was a survey with 235 manicures/pedicures in salons, Belo Horizonte/Brazil. Data were analyzed with the software Statistical package for the social sciences (17.0), using descriptive statistics, chi-square and logistic regression.
Results:
the adherence and the knowledge of the professional were evaluated using the median of the results, obtaining 52% and 63% respectively. The professionals younger than 31 were more likely (2.54 times) to adhere to PPE and those who claimed to have done biosafety course and to use uniform during work, had better chance of understanding (2.86 and 3.12 times, respectively). The majority (83.4 %) stated that the use of PPE should occur for all procedures, meanwhile 71.5 % cited not use them.
Conclusions:
the results indicate the poor adherence to PPE, strengthen occupational biological risk and need for training of these professionals.
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01-01-2015
Predictive value of the Manchester Triage System: evaluation of patients’ clinical outcomes
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):45-51
Abstract
Predictive value of the Manchester Triage System: evaluation of patients’ clinical outcomes
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):45-51
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680107i
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to analyze the predictive value of the Manchester Triage System in relation to clinical outcome of patients.
Methods:
prospective observational study of 577 patients admitted to the ER and subjected to risk classification. The Therapeutic Intervention Scoring System-28 (TISS-28) was used to measure the severity of patients (primary outcome) and secondary outcomes: high / transfer, death, and length of hospital stay. Descriptive and univariate analyzes were conducted.
Results:
patients classified as red are 10.7 times more likely to have scores above 14 in TISS-28 in relation to others. Patients classified as red have 5.9 times more chance of progression to death compared to others. Patients of high priority service are 1.5 times more likely to be hospitalized over five days than low priority.
Conclusions:
STM proved a good predictor of clinical outcomes.
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01-01-2015
Entrepreneurship in Nursing: overview of companies in the State of São Paulo
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):40-44
Abstract
Entrepreneurship in Nursing: overview of companies in the State of São Paulo
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):40-44
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680106i
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the present study aimed to identify and characterize nursing companies managed by entrepreneur nurses registered at the Commercial Registry of São Paulo by 2011.
Method:
it’s a descriptive, exploratory study, whose data collection, made throughout January 2012, was carried out on the Commercial Registry of Sao Paulo website. This non-governmental body has the function of registering the opening of companies and supervising their trade situation.
Results and conclusion:
this study allowed us to identify that the entrepreneur nurse is a growing reality through the identification of 196 companies opened by these professionals. Afterwards, it was analyzed their time of functioning, the main economic activity of the company, capital value, percentage of nurse partners and the distribution of companies by region of Sao Paulo State.
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01-01-2015
Knowing blood donation surroundings: Implications for nurse service in hemotherapy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):32-39
Abstract
Knowing blood donation surroundings: Implications for nurse service in hemotherapy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):32-39
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680105i
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the study aims at discussing the significations apprehended by the non-blood donators, considering the context and the consequences of the acting of the nurse in hemotherapy.
Method:
it is a qualitative approach, with theoretical frame of Symbolic Interactionism and Grounded Theory method. The data production was carried out by intensive interview with subjects of three sample groups of a University Hospital of Rio de Janeiro City.
Results:
the phenomenon originated two analysis categories: “Perceiving the blood matter” and “Reflecting about the blood donation campaigns”. It was observed that the environment of the donor is not composed by contact with the other and the information that it can achieve, including the media.
Conclusion:
these were the main basis for the knowledge of blood donation according to their beliefs, culture and values. Therefore, all these aspects must be considered by the nurse acting on donors capture.
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01-01-2015
Adverse events and safety in nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):144-154
Abstract
Adverse events and safety in nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):144-154
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680120i
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to identify the scientific publications about adverse events in nursing care in adult hospitalized patients and discuss the main adverse events in nursing care.
Method:
Integrative revision with a qualitative approach. The data were collected at LILACS, MEDLINE, BDENF and the library SCIELO and were submitted to thematic analysis.
Results:
three categories were developed: Adverse events in nursing care; The main causes of the adverse events in nursing care; Attitude of nursing professionals in face of errors. The main events were identified in nursing care with emphasis on the medication error, the failure to perform dressings and falls of patients. The importance of instruments was emphasized for notification of adverse events in the institutions. However the fear of punishment on professionals stimulates the underreporting of events.
Conclusion:
it is important to discuss effective prevention strategies that ensure patient safety in healthcare institutions.
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01-01-2015
Staphylococcus aureus meticilino resistente adquirido na comunidade: um problema mundial
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):136-143
Abstract
Staphylococcus aureus meticilino resistente adquirido na comunidade: um problema mundial
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):136-143
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680119p
Views0Objetivo:
descrever a epidemiologia dos casos de CA-MRSA no Brasil de forma a compreender sua ocorrência, fatores de risco associados e formas de manejo em relação à situação mundial.
Método:
revisão integrativa e para seleção dos estudos utilizou-se as bases de dados: Scopus, Science direct, Isi Web of Knowledge, PUBMED e BVS.
Resultados:
foram identificados dez artigos nacionais que descreveram 21 casos de CA-MRSA principalmente em crianças, adolescentes e adultos com quadro de infecção de pele e tecidos moles evoluindo para infecções graves relacionados ao clone Oceania Southwest Pacific Clone (OSPC) que resultaram em hospitalização.
Conclusão:
apesar do CA-MRSA ser considerado um micro-organismo de relevância mundial verificou-se a escassez de dados publicados sobre sua epidemiologia no Brasil, o que dificultam o delineamento da realidade do país frente ao CA-MRSA.
Keywords:Controle de InfecçõesFarmacorresistência BacterianaInfecções Comunitárias AdquiridasStaphylococcus Aureus Resistente à MeticilinaSee more -
01-01-2015
Prevention and non-pharmacological management of pain in newborns
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):131-135
Abstract
Prevention and non-pharmacological management of pain in newborns
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):131-135
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680118i
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to describe the main non-pharmacological interventions for pain relief in newborns available in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Method:
an exploratory search of the MedLine, Lilacs and Scielo online databases was conducted to retrieve references of studies published from 2004 to 2013.
Results:
several non-pharmacological interventions were shown to be effective, to represent low risk for neonates and to have a low operational cost. The ones most often discussed in the literature were: oral administration of glucose/sucrose, non-nutritive sucking, breastfeeding, skin-to-skin contact, facilitated tucking and swaddling.
Conclusion:
healthcare teams should be familiar with these methods and use them more effectively in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit daily routines, so as to ensure that newborns receive qualified and more human care.
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01-01-2015
BANFISA e (IN)DICA-SUS na graduação em saúde: o lúdico e a construção de aprendizados
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):124-130
Abstract
BANFISA e (IN)DICA-SUS na graduação em saúde: o lúdico e a construção de aprendizados
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):124-130
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680117i
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to analyze the learning built during the matches of the games by students of the subject Gestão de Políticas Públicas em Saúde at the Universidade de Brasília.
Method:
exploratory, descriptive research, in a qualitative approach, with 26 students from various graduation courses in health, using a questionnaire and participant observation.
Results:
participants reinvented rules, related issues addressed in the games to the reality, interacted with colleagues and had fun throughout the match. Comparing the games in relation to ludicity, the BANFISA was more attractive than the (IN) DICA-SUS, although they are complementary.
Conclusions:
learning constructed by the students goes beyond the content of the subject; involve the active participation in group and creativity.
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01-01-2015
Chinese auriculotherapy to improve quality of life of nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):117-123
Abstract
Chinese auriculotherapy to improve quality of life of nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):117-123
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680116p
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to evaluated the effi cacy of auriculotherapy for improving quality of life and reducing stress in nursing staff.
Method:
single-blind radomizad clinical trail envolving 175 subjects randomized in: Control (G1), Protocol Group (G2) and without Protocol Group (G3). They were evaluated by the Stress Symptoms List and SF36v2 at baseline, after 12 sessions and follow up (30 days), between January and July 2012.
Results:
both intervention groups reduced stress (p <0.05) with greater effect for G3 (d = 1.15). G3 was also higher for improving life quality especially the physical domain (p = 0.05).
Conclusion:
individualized auriculotherapy (G3) had greater effect compared to the protocol auriculotherapy (G2) for reducing stress and improving life quality.
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01-01-2015
Adherence to foot self-care in diabetes mellitus patients
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):111-116
Abstract
Adherence to foot self-care in diabetes mellitus patients
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):111-116
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680115p
Views0See moreObjective:
to analyze the self-care of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in the Family Health Strategy in Teresina-PI.
Method:
search cross selected by simple random sampling, 331 people with diabetes mellitus. Data collection took place from August to December 2012 with the use of Self-Care Activities Questionnaire with Diabetes and structured instrument for recording information socioeconomic and guidance received by the professional nurse.
Results:
the data revealed that patients have poor adherence to blood glucose monitoring, the physical exercise and foot care, but with good adherence to the medication. Only 38.7% of the sample examined the feet of fi ve to seven days a week. Statistically signifi cant association between self-care activities with their feet and orientations of nurses (p < 0,05).
Conclusion:
that there is need to raise awareness with regard to the development of skills for self-care.
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01-01-2015
Patients with disorders of consciousness: vital, facial and muscular responses to music or messages
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):102-110
Abstract
Patients with disorders of consciousness: vital, facial and muscular responses to music or messages
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):102-110
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680114p
Views1See morePurposes:
to compare vital signs, facial expression and basal electroneurographic signs with measures during stimuli music, message or “silence” in coma patients, vegetative status or sedated; and relating the score of Glasgow Results Scale with the intervention realized.
Method:
a Monoblind Transversal Controlled Clinical Trial to researcher. The distribution, among the three groups, was randomized (experiment with music, experiment with message or control). Two assessments (sessions) were performed with interval of 40 minutes on the same day.
Results:
most of the 76 patients were male, between 18 to 36 years old and hospitalized due to trauma. Statistically signifi cant changes were found in the variables referred to temperature, facial expression, electroneurography and Glasgow Results Scale; more frequent alterations in second session, in coma and vegetative patients, in frontal muscles and in experiment group.
Conclusions:
the facial expression and the electroneurography seem to be more trustworthy variables than vital signs to evaluate consciousness.
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01-01-2015
Prevalence of minor psychiatric disorders in socio-educational agents in the state of Rio Grande do Sul
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):93-101
Abstract
Prevalence of minor psychiatric disorders in socio-educational agents in the state of Rio Grande do Sul
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(1):93-101
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680113p
Views0See moreObjective:
to determine the prevalence and factors associated with minor psychiatric disorders (MPD) in socio-educational agents.
Method:
it is a cross-sectional study with 381 socio-educational agents the Centers for Socio-Educational Services in the State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. The Brazilian versions of the Scale of Demand-control-social support at work and the Self Reporting Questionnaire-20 have been applied.
Results:
the results showed a prevalence of suspicion MPD of 50.1%. They showed to be related to suspicion of MPD : being female (55.7%), having age up to 44 years old (58.5%), no physical activity (57.4%), do not have time for leisure (75%), make use of medication (61.4%), require medical attention (56.9%) and psychological counseling (72.7%), not being satisfied with the workplace (61.7%) and need for time off from work (65.6%).
Conclusion:
the study provides important data about the mental health of agents, showing the need for the involvement of managers and of the health service of worker’s health in planning actions to promote health of these workers.
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