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RESEARCH01-01-2018
Family health strategy: relevance to the functional capacity of older people
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:740-746
Abstract
RESEARCHFamily health strategy: relevance to the functional capacity of older people
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:740-746
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0078
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Objective:
to identify the functional capacity of older people based on their performance on basic activities of daily living.
Method:
a cross-sectional study, carried out through the record of the Family Health teams working in the urban area of a city in northern Minas Gerais, in 2015. To assess the functional capacity of 373 older people, the Katz Scale was applied, which includes dimensions on the performance of daily living activities. The interviews took place in the participants’ households.
Results:
of the total participants, 6.9% had some degree of dependence. Those aged over 80 years old and were living without a partner had about three times more chances of presenting higher levels of functional dependence.
Conclusion:
most older people enrolled in a Family Health Strategy had their functional capacity preserved.
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RESEARCH01-01-2018
Assessment of ulceration risk in diabetic individuals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:733-739
Abstract
RESEARCHAssessment of ulceration risk in diabetic individuals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:733-739
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0337
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Objective:
To identify the risk factors for foot ulceration through the tracing of diabetic peripheral neuropathy and peripheral arterial disease in individuals with type I and II diabetes, who were assisted in reference centers of the Federal District, Brazil.
Method:
a cross-sectional and analytical study, with the assessment of 117 individuals in outpatient clinics of the Federal District. Continuous variables were compared through Mann-Whitney test, and categorized variables, through Chi-square test for univariate analysis and Logistics regression test for multivariate analysis.
Results:
painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy was present in 37 (75.5%) of the individuals with neuropathy. Deformities and loss of protective plant sensibility were related to neuropathy (p=0.014 and p=0.001, respectively). Of the 40 (34.2%) individuals in the sample who presented peripheral arterial disease, 26 (65%) presented calcification risk.
Conclusion:
signs of painful peripheral polyneuropathy, peripheral arterial disease, deformities, loss of protective plantar sensibility, and dry skin were identified as risk factors for ulceration.
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RESEARCH01-01-2018
Aging and quality of life of elderly people in rural areas
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:724-732
Abstract
RESEARCHAging and quality of life of elderly people in rural areas
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:724-732
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0149
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Objective:
To evaluate the quality of life and health of elderly in rural areas of Minas Gerais State’s center-west.
Method:
Cross-sectional study, in four municipalities of Minas Gerais State, by interviewing elderly people. Associations between socio-demographic and quality of life variables were tested, separated into “satisfactory”/“unsatisfactory” with values from the median of positive answers. It was used the chi-square test, Fisher’s test and regression.
Results:
182 elderly answered the questions and showed a relation with the “satisfactory” quality of life – bivariate (p < 0.05): age by 69 years (61.6%), married (61.7%), living by 54 years in rural areas (68%), with no financial support (59.5%), living with someone else (61%), non-smoker (60%), presenting good health (76.7%), satisfied with life (69.6%); regression: not having financial support, living with someone else and not smoking.
Conclusion:
Elderly people in rural areas present good quality of life/health in the cognitive aspect, access to services, goods, habits, but awareness must be constant due to their weakness.
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01-01-2018
Population aging and the Nursing commitment
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:722-723
Abstract
Population aging and the Nursing commitment
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:722-723
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-201871Sup201
Views0Since the end of the 1970s Brazil has imposed administrative and political tools that define who are elderly. The National Policy for Senior Citizens (NPSC) states that elderly people are the ones who are 60 years old and above, according to the Law 8,842 on January 4th, 1994 and governed by the Decree 1948 on […]See more -
01-01-2018
O envelhecimento populacional e o compromisso da enfermagem
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:722-723
Abstract
O envelhecimento populacional e o compromisso da enfermagem
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:722-723
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-201871Sup201
Views0O Brasil, desde o final da década de 90, instituiu instrumentos administrativos e políticos que definem claramente quem é idoso. A política nacional do idoso (PNI) define idoso como sendo uma pessoa com 60 anos ou mais por meio da Lei nº8. 842, de 4 de janeiro de 1994 e regulamentada pelo Decreto nº 1948 […]See more -
REFLECTION01-01-2018
Advanced practice nursing: a possibility for Primary Health Care?
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:716-721
Abstract
REFLECTIONAdvanced practice nursing: a possibility for Primary Health Care?
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:716-721
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0672
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Objective:
Reflect on the role of advanced practice nursing (APN) in the context of Brazilian primary health care.
Method:
analysis of the main scientific productions and of the discussion on the implementation of APN.
Results:
there are favorable areas for the work of APN in primary health care, especially in the family health strategy. Professional master’s degree and nurse residency programs constitute powerful training spaces. As a challenge, standardized definition of the roles of advanced practice nurses and of minimum training for work are necessary.
Final considerations:
researches that contribute to understanding the perspectives, facilitators, and barriers for APN are necessary, as well as determining the population’s health needs and expectations concerning the role of these professionals.
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REFLECTION01-01-2018
Nursing in Collective Health: reinterpretation of objective reality by the praxis action
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:710-715
Abstract
REFLECTIONNursing in Collective Health: reinterpretation of objective reality by the praxis action
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:710-715
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0677
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Objective:
To discuss the phase of reinterpretation of objective reality of the Theory of Praxis Intervention of Nursing in Collective Health (Tipesc), in search of the praxis that it promotes.
Method:
Analysis of interventions in projects that are based on Tipesc and its results, since the 1990s.
Results:
Developed and implemented projects show that praxis is the way to achieve the aimed changes.
Conclusion:
We concluded that Tipesc is currently the explanatory and interventional theory, since it is grounded on its theoretical bases, which arise from philosophical bases of dialectical and historical materialism.
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REFLECTION01-01-2018
The complexity of the work of nurses in Primary Health Care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:704-709
Abstract
REFLECTIONThe complexity of the work of nurses in Primary Health Care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71:704-709
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0471
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Objective:
to promote thinking on the work of nurses in Primary Health Care (PHC) and the necessary aspects for the (re)construction of this professional practice, reinforcing its role in the care of individuals, families and communities.
Method:
to apply the questions raised in the process of organizing a book, the literature and the PHS work experience of the authors.
Results:
Conflicts, dilemmas and relevant aspects of the practice of nurses in PHC are presented, contributing to critical thinking about the context of work and the need to articulate the category in the construction of its workspace.
Final considerations:
the practice of nurses in PHC is broad and a process of qualification field, whether performing in clinical, educational or managerial activities, and nurses need to be familiar with these contents in their daily work, seeking to articulate their class entities for the development of this specialty.
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EXPERIENCE REPORT01-01-2018
Clinical and epidemiological teaching of dengue through simulated practice
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71(2):451-456
Abstract
EXPERIENCE REPORTClinical and epidemiological teaching of dengue through simulated practice
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2018;71(2):451-456
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0503
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Objective:
to describe the experience of clinical teaching on dengue and the practice of epidemiological surveillance using problematization methodology.
Method:
report of experience on educational activity with undergraduate nursing students, held in March 2016, at a public university in the city of São Paulo, conceived in four stages: dialogic lecture, active search of Aedes aegypti, case study and simulation of nursing consultation to individuals with dengue.
Results:
The activity allowed to retrieve previous knowledge about the disease, respond to exercises that addressed different clinical situations and epidemiological surveillance, including in situ evaluation of possible mosquito outbreaks, and discuss the need to expand prevention and health of the individual and the community, the impact of the media in the dissemination of cases and the coping difficulties experienced in the different levels of attention.
Conclusion:
the methodology adopted enabled qualified training of students to cope with dengue.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-18-2022
Beliefs, knowledge, actions of nursing techniques in breastfeeding in pain management in immunization
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(6):e20210546
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEBeliefs, knowledge, actions of nursing techniques in breastfeeding in pain management in immunization
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(6):e20210546
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0546
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Objective:
Understand the beliefs, knowledge, and actions of nursing technicians on breastfeeding as a form of non-pharmacological intervention to relieve pain in newborns and infants during immunization.
Methods:
Qualitative study carried out through semi-structured interviews with nine nursing technicians from three Basic Health Units in a city in the state of São Paulo. The theoretical approach of the Belief Model and the methodological framework of Thematic Analysis supported this study.
Results:
Three themes originated: Beliefs, Knowledge, and Actions of nursing technicians.
Final considerations:
Despite knowledge about the benefits of breastfeeding as the most effective method for relieving pain in newborns and infants during vaccination, their restrictive beliefs overrode the evidence, leading them to act in ways that discourage or prevent the mother from breastfeed during vaccination. Formal training is recommended to align with current evidence-based practices.
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REVIEW12-08-2023
Educational technologies for accident prevention due to falls in childhood: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220807
Abstract
REVIEWEducational technologies for accident prevention due to falls in childhood: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220807
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0807
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Objectives:
to map evidence on educational technology use for accident prevention due to falls in childhood.
Methods:
a scoping review, carried out in October and November 2022, in the MEDLINE, Web of Science, BDENF and CINAHL databases and LILACS bibliographic index. There was no delimitation of language or time. Data were extracted and analyzed descriptively by two independent researchers. The research protocol was registered in the Open Science Framework.
Results:
twenty-six studies were selected. Booklets, pamphlets and leaflets were the most used technologies, presenting health services as the most frequent environment to develop research on fall prevention. The technologies developed were important outcomes: increased knowledge of children, family members, caregivers, health and education professionals.
Conclusions:
educational technology use makes it possible to increase knowledge, adopt safe practices and reduce falls.
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REVIEW03-15-2024
Resources for health literacy among caregivers of prematurely born children: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230062
Abstract
REVIEWResources for health literacy among caregivers of prematurely born children: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20230062
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0062
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Objectives:
to map the available evidence on resources used to promote health literacy among caregivers of prematurely born children during outpatient follow-up.
Methods:
the Joanna Briggs Institute’s scope review protocol was utilized. The search encompassed six databases, incorporating studies from 2012 to 2022.
Results:
the three included publications revealed that the resources employed are: mobile applications, phone calls, individual counseling, videos, educational pamphlets, and group discussions. Implementing an education protocol during the transition home enhances scientifically grounded health promotion rates.
Conclusions:
there is limited literature addressing the health literacy of these caregivers. The nursing team plays a crucial role in health education and in developing resources applicable to these families.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE01-13-2024
Social representations of oncologic surgery for patients with cancer
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230273
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLESocial representations of oncologic surgery for patients with cancer
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230273
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0273
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Objectives:
to analyze the social representations of patients with cancer regarding oncologic surgery.
Methods:
a qualitative study based on Social Representation Theory was conducted with 126 participants between October 2021 and May 2022 in a public hospital in Rio de Janeiro. A characterization questionnaire, free evocations of the inducing term “surgery”, and semi-structured interviews with 60 participants were applied. Data were analyzed using Microsoft Excel® and IRaMuTeQ.
Results:
the central core of the representation is composed of fear, cure, hope, and removing the disease. The analysis of interviews resulted in six classes that highlight the social changes caused by treatment as well as the need for a support network to cope with the surgical process.
Final Considerations:
the representations reflect fear and hope towards the procedure and the desire to remove the disease, thus translating the cure through surgery.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE01-13-2024
Nurses’ perspectives on the use of telemonitoring in the management of people with diabetes and hypertension
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230481
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLENurses’ perspectives on the use of telemonitoring in the management of people with diabetes and hypertension
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230481
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0481
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Objectives:
to understand the perspective of nurses on the use of telemonitoring in the management of people with type 2 diabetes mellitus and arterial hypertension in primary care.
Methods:
this qualitative research involved sixteen nurses from eight municipalities in Paraná. Data were collected between November 2022 and January 2023 through inperson or remote interviews, which were audio-recorded and subjected to content analysis.
Results:
according to the nurses, telemonitoring enhances users’ knowledge about these conditions, communication and connection with the team, and productivity. However, the lack of electronic resources and equipment, high staff turnover, low user adherence, and the limited availability of professional time present significant challenges.
Final Considerations:
the effective implementation and operation of telemonitoring in the management of people with diabetes and hypertension involve both potential benefits and barriers. It is essential to have the availability of human and technological resources, managerial support, and the commitment of professionals and users.
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ERRATUM01-13-2024
ERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e2024n6e08
Abstract
ERRATUMERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e2024n6e08
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.20247706e08
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-29-2022
Palliative care production for health professionals in the context of home care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20210030
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPalliative care production for health professionals in the context of home care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20210030
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0030
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Objectives:
to analyze palliative care production developed by health professionals to home care patients.
Methods:
this is an exploratory study, with a qualitative approach, using the transpersonal care theoretical framework. Thirteen interviews were conducted with health professionals and 18 observations were conducted on different cases. Content analysis was performed using MAXQDA©.
Results:
actions performed: maintenance and follow-up measures to people eligible for palliative care, in acts of dialogue and “listening” to caregivers and users, conducting guidelines for the care and self-care process, performing technical procedures, delivery of materials, referrals and medical prescriptions to users.
Final Considerations:
it is perceived the need for advances in the implementation of government policies in Brazil that insert palliative care into the Health Care Network through educational, managerial and care actions that ensure human dignity, thus allowing the development of these and other palliative care interventions.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-17-2020
Elaboration and validation of a booklet on diabetes for Community Health Workers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(4):e20180899
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEElaboration and validation of a booklet on diabetes for Community Health Workers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(4):e20180899
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0899
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Objectives:
to develop and validate a diabetes booklet for Community Health Workers.
Methods:
methodological study developed in seven steps: Bibliographic review; Development of the booklet; Calculation of readability and comprehensibility scores; Validation of the booklet by the committee of judges; Discussion between experts; Validation of the booklet by the target audience; and Final discussion between experts. Validation was performed by 10 judges via e-Surv and on a face-to-face test with 5 Community Health Workers, considering the minimum Content Validity Coefficient of 0.80.
Results:
the booklet had a mean Content Validity Coefficient of 0.97 in the validation by the committee of judges, and the images had 96.67% approval. In the face-to-face test, the Community Health Workers considered the material clear and appropriate to the function.
Conclusions:
the booklet was developed and validated on its content and relevance, and it can be used by Community Health Workers for diabetes education.
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REVIEW02-25-2022
COVID-19 and the occupational stress experienced by health professionals in the hospital context: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20200859
Abstract
REVIEWCOVID-19 and the occupational stress experienced by health professionals in the hospital context: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20200859
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0859
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Objective:
To analyze Brazilian and international scientific publications about the stress experienced by health professionals in the hospital context during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods:
Integrative literature review carried out on the SciELO, ScienceDirect, and LILACS databases, and sources of official Brazilian institutions, with documents published by May 2020.
Results:
Of the 26 selected references, 19 (73.08%) were indexed articles, and 7 (26.92 %) were obtained from official institutions. The study found that stress is mainly due to the overload of hospital services, the removal of professionals, the insufficiency of personal protective equipment and strict biosecurity measures, challenges in the allocation of available resources, and the risk of contamination by COVID-19.
Final considerations:
The stress experienced by health professionals in hospital institutions during the pandemic can trigger occupational and psychological problems.
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REVIEW11-25-2020
Auriculotherapy and reducing chronic musculoskeletal pain: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190394
Abstract
REVIEWAuriculotherapy and reducing chronic musculoskeletal pain: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190394
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0394
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Objectives:
to describe the scientific evidence on the use of auriculotherapy to reduce chronic musculoskeletal pain in adults and the elderly.
Methods:
integrative literature review conducted in the Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences, SciVerse Scopus and MEDLINE databases (via National Library of Medicine), in March 2019, with no time frame.
Results:
14 original scientific articles were analyzed, 64.3% of which were classified with level of evidence 2. All productions show the benefit of auriculotherapy in reducing chronic musculoskeletal pain, especially in the lumbar spine (42.9%). The treatment was developed in one or more sessions, using semi-permanent needles (42.9%) and electro-auriculotherapy (21.4%).
Conclusions:
auriculotherapy was effective in reducing chronic musculoskeletal pain, showing itself as an alternative to be used for the promotion and recovery of individuals’ health.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-21-2019
Nursing protocol in vascular trauma prevention: peripheral catheterization bundle in urgency
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(6):1512-1518
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLENursing protocol in vascular trauma prevention: peripheral catheterization bundle in urgency
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(6):1512-1518
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0457
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Objective:
to create, apply and analyze in clinical practice the effectiveness of a bundle to prevent peripheral vascular trauma to approach the peripheral venous puncture process.
Method:
action research with 435 adult participants in an emergency service from 2011 to 2013. Creation of the bundle for prevention of vascular trauma based on scientific evidence, ease of operation, observation and measurement with implantation through an educational intervention of the team of nursing. Effectiveness analyzed by descriptive and inferential statistics using chi-square. Consecutive sample with 95% confidence interval.
Results:
Five stages of the bundle were related to the catheter fixation, permanence and removal process. The incidence of vascular traumas due to vein punctures reduced by 46.41% after implantation of the bundle to prevent vascular trauma associated with emergency peripheral catheterization.
Conclusion:
The bundle in clinical practice reduced vascular traumas by venipuncture.
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REVIEW12-21-2020
Strategies and competences of nurses in men’s health care: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190546
Abstract
REVIEWStrategies and competences of nurses in men’s health care: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190546
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0546
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Objectives:
to synthesize scientific evidence on nurses’ strategies and competencies in men’s health care.
Methods:
an integrative review carried out in seven databases, with a time frame from 2009 to 2019, using the descriptors “men’s health”, “professional competence”, “nursing”, “nursing care” and “male” in Portuguese and in English.
Results:
ten articles were selected, in which it was demonstrated that nursing professionals develop their professional practices with regard to men’s health care, in convergence with the general skills of the profession. The most used are health care; decision-making; Communication; administration; management; continuing education and leadership, consecutively.
Final Considerations:
professionals’ efforts to strengthen health actions, aimed at male needs, in accordance with the general skills of the profession and the principles and guidelines of the Brazilian National Policy for Comprehensive Care to Men’s Health.
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06-28-2021
Trends in fertility rates, proportion of antenatal consultations and caesarean sections among Brazilian adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200884
Abstract
Trends in fertility rates, proportion of antenatal consultations and caesarean sections among Brazilian adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200884
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0884
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Objective:
To analyze the temporal trends in the fertility rate, proportion of antenatal consultations and caesarean sections in Brazilian adolescents aged 15 to 19, between 2000 and 2015. Methods: The fertility rate, proportion of prenatal consultations and proportion of routes of birth were calculated using data from DATASUS. The trend analysis was performed using the Prais-Winsten regression model and the annual percentage change.
Results:
There was a trend of reduction of 3.5% per year in the fertility rate among adolescents (p<0.05), in addition to an increasing trend of 6% per year in the proportion of more than six antenatal consultations (p <0.0001) and an increasing trend of 6.8% per year in the proportion of caesarean sections (p<0.0001).
Conclusion:
Despite the decreasing trend in fertility rates among Brazilian adolescents, they remain high. Also noteworthy is the growing trend for caesarean sections, even with improved access to antenatal care.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE08-07-2020
Functional health literacy in older adults with hypertension in the Family Health Strategy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190848
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEFunctional health literacy in older adults with hypertension in the Family Health Strategy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190848
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0848
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Objective:
To assess Functional Health Literacy and the associated sociodemographic, health, information sources and health media factors in older adults with hypertension assisted at the Family Health Strategy.
Methods:
A quantitative cross-sectional study with an exploratory-descriptive approach, carried out with a total of 264 older adults. A sociodemographic and health characterization instrument was used for the data collection, and another one that evaluated the Functional Health Literacy. For the analysis, a descriptive and inferential statistics were performed.
Results:
Most of the participants in the study had inadequate literacy (59.5% – 157), and the variables education, income, hospital stay and internet as a source of information are related to the averages of Functional Health Literacy.
Conclusion:
Knowing the Functional Health Literacy of older adults with hypertension and its associated factors can provide subsidies for the planning of health education strategies that, in fact, meet their health needs.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE09-21-2020
Frailty, depression, and quality of life: a study with elderly caregivers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20180947
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEFrailty, depression, and quality of life: a study with elderly caregivers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20180947
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0947
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Objective:
to analyze the relationship between frailty, depressive symptoms, and quality of life of elderly caregivers of other elderly living in high social vulnerability.
Methods:
a descriptive, correlational and cross-sectional study conducted with 40 elderly caregivers. A questionnaire to characterize elderly caregivers, the Fried frailty phenotype, the Geriatric Depression Scale (to screen depressive symptoms) and the Short-Form 6 Dimension (to assess quality of life) were used. For data analysis, Student’s t-test, ANOVA, Pearson’s χ2 and Fisher’s exact test were used.
Results:
most were pre-frail (52.5%) and had no evidence of depressive symptoms (57.5%). They presented, on average, a score of 0.76 (±0.1) in relation to quality of life. Statistical significance was observed between the average scores of quality of life with depressive symptoms (p=0.012) and frailty level (p=0.004).
Conclusion:
frail elderly caregivers with depressive symptoms had a worse perception of quality of life.
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