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Job satisfaction in an oncology nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):988-995
Abstract
Job 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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Relational technologies as instruments of care in the Family Health Strategy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):981-987
Abstract
Relational 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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Knowledge and practice in mental health nursing care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):973-980
Abstract
Knowledge 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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Weaving the West Psychosocial Care Network of the municipality of São Paulo
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):965-972
Abstract
Weaving 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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Chronotype and work shift in nursing workers of university hospitals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):958-964
Abstract
Chronotype 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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Difficulties in nutritional counseling and child growth follow-up: from a professional perspective
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):949-957
Abstract
Difficulties 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
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Severity and workload related to adverse events in the ICU
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):942-948
Abstract
Severity 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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Mental health in the Family Health Strategy as perceived by health professionals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):935-941
Abstract
Mental 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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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-16-2024
Nursing team’s perceptions about care for pregnant women in a psychiatric unit
- Helena Moro Stochero
, - Suzinara Beatriz Soares de Lima ,
- Juliana Silveira Colomé ,
- Dirce Stein Backes ,
- Mara Regina Caino Teixeira Marchiori
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLENursing team’s perceptions about care for pregnant women in a psychiatric unit
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230186
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0186
- Helena Moro Stochero ,
- Suzinara Beatriz Soares de Lima ,
- Juliana Silveira Colomé ,
- Dirce Stein Backes ,
- Mara Regina Caino Teixeira Marchiori
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Objectives:
to understand the nursing team’s perception in relation to the care provided to pregnant women with mental disorders admitted to a psychiatric hospital unit.
Methods:
Convergent Care Research carried out between August and December 2021, through semi-structured interviews with 25 nursing professionals from a Psychiatric Unit from a reference Hospital in Southern Brazil.
Results:
the organized and analyzed data resulted in two thematic categories: Technical, generic and impersonal care; and From impersonality to the singularity of nursing care. Ensuring unique care for pregnant women with mental disorders means giving them a meaning of existence and providing care from a multidimensional and continuous perspective.
Final Considerations:
nursing care for pregnant women in psychiatric hospitalization requires continuous professional qualification, interactive technologies and support for the nursing process, in addition to promoting singular and multidimensional care.
- Helena Moro Stochero
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-16-2024
Bladder ultrasound: evidence of content validity of a checklist for training nurses
- Filipe Utuari de Andrade Coelho ,
- Sabrina Martins Reigota ,
- Flávia Manfredi Cavalcanti ,
- Dejanira Aparecida Regagnin ,
- Beatriz Murata Murakami , [ … ],
- Vinícius Batista Santos
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEBladder ultrasound: evidence of content validity of a checklist for training nurses
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230183
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0183
- Filipe Utuari de Andrade Coelho ,
- Sabrina Martins Reigota ,
- Flávia Manfredi Cavalcanti ,
- Dejanira Aparecida Regagnin ,
- Beatriz Murata Murakami ,
- Vinícius Batista Santos
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Objectives:
to develop and analyze evidence of content validity of a checklist for training nurses in measuring bladder volume through ultrasound.
Methods:
a methodological study, consisting of three stages: literature review; instrument item preparation; and analysis of evidence of content validity. The Content Validity Index (CVI) and Gwet’s AC2 were used for content validity analyses.
Results:
the checklist consisted of 23 items. The CVIs for clarity, relevance and dimensionality were 0.99, 0.99 and 0.98 respectively, and the CVIs for Gwet’s AC2 with coefficients for clarity, relevance and dimensionality were 0.89, 0.97 and 0.95, respectively, with p<0.001.
Conclusions:
the checklist developed for training nurses in measuring bladder volume through ultrasound achieved adequate evidence of content validity, and can be used to train nurses in clinical practice and future research.
- Filipe Utuari de Andrade Coelho
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-16-2024
Childbirth care by health professionals: conflicting practices in obstetrics
- Greici Naiara Mattei ,
- Gabriela Marcellino de Melo Lanzoni ,
- Giovana Dorneles Callegaro Higashi ,
- Taís Regina Schapko ,
- Maria Aparecida Baggio
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEChildbirth care by health professionals: conflicting practices in obstetrics
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230129
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0129
- Greici Naiara Mattei ,
- Gabriela Marcellino de Melo Lanzoni ,
- Giovana Dorneles Callegaro Higashi ,
- Taís Regina Schapko ,
- Maria Aparecida Baggio
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Objectives:
to understand the perceptions of women and health professionals regarding childbirth care at a teaching hospital in the western state of Paraná, Brazil.
Methods:
this qualitative study employed Grounded Theory, conducted in an obstetric care service with 38 participants (women and health professionals) through semi-structured interviews.
Results:
limitations in physical infrastructure and management of care, along with the women’s limited knowledge about the childbirth process and the decision-making and guidance of professionals, show conflicting obstetric practices-a discrepancy between good practices and obstetric violence. Training in obstetric nursing and active participation in care, alongside the presence of a companion, were identified as intervening conditions and strategies in the process.
Final Considerations:
childbirth care is characterized by dichotomous practices. While some professionals base their practices on scientific evidence, others rely on teachings and experiences from the time of their training.
- Greici Naiara Mattei
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A relação entre gênero, formação educacional e ambiente de aprendizagem com a ansiedade do estudante de enfermagem
- Amelia Margaretha Simbolon ,
- Jesika Sari Munthe ,
- Mikar Syah Idaman Daeli ,
- Ineke Patrisia ,
- Chriska Roully Adeline Sinaga
Abstract
A relação entre gênero, formação educacional e ambiente de aprendizagem com a ansiedade do estudante de enfermagem
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20220615
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0615
- Amelia Margaretha Simbolon ,
- Jesika Sari Munthe ,
- Mikar Syah Idaman Daeli ,
- Ineke Patrisia ,
- Chriska Roully Adeline Sinaga
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Objetivos:
identificar las variables asociadas a la práctica clínica relacionadas con la ansiedad de los estudiantes de enfermería.
Métodos:
se utilizó un diseño descriptivo, cuantitativo, correlacional con las recomendaciones STROBE, EQUATOR. La población fue de 233 estudiantes de enfermería con una muestra de 135 personas. Los datos se recopilaron de marzo a abril de 2022 utilizando instrumentos validados.
Resultados:
la prueba de chi-cuadrado y razón de verosimilitud significativa para género, formación académica y entorno de aprendizaje son superiores a 0.05, por lo que no existe una relación significativa entre las variables y la ansiedad de los estudiantes.
Conclusiones:
los estudiantes necesitan prepararse nuevamente antes de ingresar al campo de la práctica. Investigaciones cualitativas también son necesarias.
- Amelia Margaretha Simbolon
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-16-2024
The relationship between gender, educational background, and learning environment with nursing student’s anxiety
- Amelia Margaretha Simbolon ,
- Jesika Sari Munthe ,
- Mikar Syah Idaman Daeli ,
- Ineke Patrisia ,
- Chriska Roully Adeline Sinaga
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEThe relationship between gender, educational background, and learning environment with nursing student’s anxiety
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20220615
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0615
- Amelia Margaretha Simbolon ,
- Jesika Sari Munthe ,
- Mikar Syah Idaman Daeli ,
- Ineke Patrisia ,
- Chriska Roully Adeline Sinaga
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Objectives:
to identify variables associated with nursing students’ anxiety-related clinical practice.
Methods:
this study used a correlational quantitative descriptive design with the STROBE equator instrument. The population is 233 nursing students with a sample of 135. Data were collected from March to April 2022 using validated instruments.
Results:
the Chi-square test and the sig likelihood ratio on the gender, educational background, and learning environment is more than 0.05 so there is no significant relationship between the variables and student anxiety.
Conclusions:
students need to be prepared again before entering the practice field. Qualitative research is needed too.
- Amelia Margaretha Simbolon
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-13-2024
Educational booklet on labor and delivery: validity study
- Michelle Tatiane Carvalho Gonçalves ,
- Ana Roberta Vilarouca da Silva ,
- Mara Cristina Ribeiro Furlan ,
- Bruna Moretti Luchesi ,
- Tatiana Carvalho Reis Martins
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEEducational booklet on labor and delivery: validity study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20240138
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2024-0138
- Michelle Tatiane Carvalho Gonçalves ,
- Ana Roberta Vilarouca da Silva ,
- Mara Cristina Ribeiro Furlan ,
- Bruna Moretti Luchesi ,
- Tatiana Carvalho Reis Martins
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Objectives:
to develop and validate an educational booklet on labor and delivery for pregnant women.
Methods:
this methodological study involved constructing and validating a booklet based on Echer’s framework. We used the Content Validity Index and Cronbach’s alpha for content and face validation, selecting judges according to Fering’s criteria. We then conducted a clinical validation with the target population.
Results:
the booklet, developed based on evidence from an integrative review and validated by judges and the target audience, achieved global Content Validity Index of 0.919 and 0.913, respectively. After clinical validation with 22 pregnant women, it included 28 topics and 48 pages, with illustrations by a graphic designer.
Conclusions:
expert judges and the target audience considered this educational technology valid, deeming it a relevant tool for promoting the health of pregnant women.
- Michelle Tatiane Carvalho Gonçalves
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-13-2024
Knowledge and attitudes of nursing students regarding the sexuality of older adults: a quasi-experimental study
- Ana Carolina Macri Gaspar Vendramini ,
- Rosemeiry Capriata de Souza Azevedo ,
- Priscila Aguiar Mendes ,
- Janderson Diego Pimenta da Silva ,
- Annelita Almeida Oliveira Reiners , [ … ],
- Amanda Cristina de Souza Andrade
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEKnowledge and attitudes of nursing students regarding the sexuality of older adults: a quasi-experimental study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20240011
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2024-0011
- Ana Carolina Macri Gaspar Vendramini ,
- Rosemeiry Capriata de Souza Azevedo ,
- Priscila Aguiar Mendes ,
- Janderson Diego Pimenta da Silva ,
- Annelita Almeida Oliveira Reiners ,
- Amanda Cristina de Souza Andrade
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Objectives:
to compare the knowledge and attitudes of nursing students regarding sexual behavior and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in older adults before and after an educational intervention.
Methods:
this quasi-experimental study involved a convenience sample of 45 nursing students from a public university, conducted in three stages: pre-intervention, intervention, and post-intervention. A questionnaire was used to assess sociodemographic characteristics, academic training, and knowledge and attitudes on the topic. The intervention was an educational web conference. Paired t-test and Wilcoxon test were used for data analysis.
Results:
there was a statistically significant difference in the knowledge and attitude scores of nursing students before and after the educational intervention (p < 0.001). A significant increase was observed in the knowledge score (from 9.3 to 12.2) and attitude score (from 108 to 117.2) in the post-intervention phase.
Conclusions:
the knowledge of nursing students regarding the sexuality of older adults increased after the educational intervention, and their attitudes on the subject became more positive.
- Ana Carolina Macri Gaspar Vendramini
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-13-2024
Stress in nursing workers caring for people with COVID-19
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230542
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEStress in nursing workers caring for people with COVID-19
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230542
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0542
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Objectives:
to analyze stress from the perspective of nursing workers caring for people with COVID-19 in a public hospital in the Recôncavo region of Bahia.
Methods:
this is an exploratory qualitative study, conducted through semi-structured interviews. The data were analyzed using word clouds, similarity trees, and content analysis.
Results:
nursing workers were exposed to stress while attending to patients with COVID-19. The reported stressors in the workplace included: work overload, lack of planning, speed in performing tasks, fatigue, lack of participation in decision-making, lack of support from management, technological changes, excessive responsibility without preparation, interpersonal conflicts, and professional undervaluation.
Conclusions:
exposure to these stressors leads to emotional exhaustion and demotivation, which were intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Association between self-care and hospital readmissions of patients with heart failure
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):500-506
Abstract
Association between self-care and hospital readmissions of patients with heart failure
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):500-506
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690312i
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Objective:
to assess the association between self-care and the number of hospital readmissions of patients with heart failure (ADHF) and test the applicability of two self-care assessment tools. longitudinal study, performed in a cardiology reference hospital in southern Brazil.
Method:
it included 82 patients with a mean age of 61.85±12.33 years, 57.3% male. The mean score of self-care assessment found the scales European Heart Failure Self-care Behavior Scale and Self-care Scale for Patients with Heart Failure was unsatisfactory.
Results:
it was observed an average of 2.57±1.66 rehospitalization last year for decompensated heart failure. There was a correlation between self-care scores with the number of hospital readmissions for decompensated HF. Education and age were associated to self-care of HF patients.
Conclusion:
both scales assess self-care in a relevant way, and correlated their indexes.
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Knowledge management in Portuguese healthcare institutions
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):492-499
Abstract
Knowledge management in Portuguese healthcare institutions
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):492-499
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690311i
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Objective:
to evaluate the perception of healthcare institution collaborators in relation to knowledge management in the institution where they operate and analyze the existence of differences in this perception, based on the institution’s management model.
Method:
a study conducted in a sample consisting of 671 collaborators from 10 Portuguese healthcare institutions with different models of management. In order to assess the knowledge management perception, we used a score designed from and based on items from the scores available in the literature.
Results:
the perception of moderate knowledge management on the healthcare institutions and the statistically significant differences in knowledge management perception were evidenced in each management model.
Conclusion:
management knowledge takes place in healthcare institutions, and the current management model determines the way staff at these institutions manage their knowledge.
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Social impairment of patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplant
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):484-491
Abstract
Social impairment of patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplant
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):484-491
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690310i
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Objective:
to evaluate the impairment of social and emotional domains of hospitalized patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cells transplantation.
Method:
an observational, longitudinal study with 25 participants evaluated in the period of pre-transplant, pancytopenia and pre-hospital discharge between September 2013 and September 2014, in a reference hospital for this treatment modality in Brazil. Two international instruments were used, both of which translated and adapted to Portuguese (Brazil): Quality of Life Questionnaire-Core 30 and Functional Assessment Cancer Therapy – Bone Marrow Transplantation.
Results:
patients have shown a statistically significant decrease in the social domain, and stability of the emotional function along the course of treatment.
Conclusion:
hematopoietic stem cell transplantation changes the social function of patients with hematologic cancer during hospitalization stage. Thus, patients should receive guidance addressing the social domain in order that it can be less affected.
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Frailty and quality of life in elderly primary health care users
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):478-483
Abstract
Frailty and quality of life in elderly primary health care users
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):478-483
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690309i
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Objective:
to investigate the association between physical frailty and quality of life in elderly users of primary health care in the capital of the state of Paraná.
Method:
a cross-sectional, quantitative study with 203 elders. Data collected included: physical activity questionnaires, weight loss, fatigue/exhaustion, quality of life, performance of gait speed tests, and handgrip strength.
Results:
of the 203 older adults, 115 were pre-frail, 49 were non-frail, and 39 were frail, with a significant association with functional capacity and quality of life in all groups. The dimensions resulting from physical aspects, pain, and vitality were associated with those that were non-frail.
Conclusion:
in this study, frailty syndrome was inversely proportional to the quality of life, and significantly associated with functional capacity of older adults. Physical frailty is a manageable condition which can be targeted through geriatric nursing interventions.
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Impact of home visits on the functional capacity of patients with venous ulcers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):468-477
Abstract
Impact of home visits on the functional capacity of patients with venous ulcers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):468-477
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690308i
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Objective:
to assess the impact of protocol home visits on the functional capacity of adult and elderly patients with venous ulcers, before and after guidance received at home.
Method:
clinical experimental, randomized, nonblinded and controlled study, developed with 32 patients (case and control groups). Fields of research were the Wound Outpatient Care Unit of the Antônio Pedro University Hospital and households of patients treated in the outpatient unit. Data collection occurred from February to June 2014, by means of an assessment tool of the health care unit, the TINETTI index and a script for directions to be provided to study participants who received home visits.
Results:
participants in the case group showed significant and differentiated improvement post-intervention when compared to the control group, which remained stable.
Conclusion:
directions provided in the home context were beneficial to the members of the case group.
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Pressure ulcers in critically ill patients: incidence and associated factors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):460-467
Abstract
Pressure ulcers in critically ill patients: incidence and associated factors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):460-467
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690307i
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Objective:
to identify the incidence and describe the associated factors for pressure ulcers in critically ill patients.
Method:
this was a prospective cohort study with 77 patients, using a clinical, metabolic assessment and the associated factors for pressure ulcer, applying the risk scales (Braden and Waterlow) and assigning ulcers to categories.
Results:
an incidence of 22% (95% CI 12.6 – 31.5), with 17 patients with 32 pressure ulcers in the sacral region (47%), and of Class I (72%). The length of stay was greater than ten days (71%), most admissions were surgical (53%) or for congestive heart failure (24%), and were high risk on the Braden Scale (59%).
Conclusion:
the study highlights the high incidence of pressure ulcers, clinical and metabolic characteristics and associated factors, as well as the outcome of death, requiring, therefore, preventive measures.
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Accreditation in a public hospital: perceptions of a multidisciplinary team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):451-459
Abstract
Accreditation in a public hospital: perceptions of a multidisciplinary team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):451-459
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690306i
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Objective:
to analyze the perceptions of the multidisciplinary team on Accreditation in a public hospital.
Method:
descriptive, exploratory, qualitative research, performed in May 2014, using recorded individual interviews. In total, 28 employees of a public hospital, Accredited with Excellence, answered the guiding question: “Tell me about the Accreditation system used in this hospital”. The interviews were transcribed and subjected to content analysis.
Results:
of the speeches, three categories emerged: Advantages offered by the Accreditation; Accredited public hospital resembling a private hospital; Pride/satisfaction for acting in an accredited public hospital.
Conclusion:
participants perceived Accreditation as a favorable system for a quality management in the public service because it promotes the development of professional skills and improves cost management, organizational structure, management of assistance and perception of job pride/satisfaction.
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Health status and the return to work after traffic accidents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):443-450
Abstract
Health status and the return to work after traffic accidents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):443-450
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690305i
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Objective:
to compare the health status of traffic accident victims, at hospital discharge and after six months, and to analyze the predictive variables of their health status and return to work.
Method:
observational, longitudinal study. Data were collected through interviews and medical records of 102 patients with a mean age of 33 years; with the majority being men and victims of motorcycle accidents. The variables were analyzed by means of validated tools, student’s t-test, multiple linear regression, and logistic regression.
Results:
there was an improvement of perception in the patients’ health status six months after hospital discharge and functional capacity. The individuals who returned to work showed better health-related quality of life evaluation.
Conclusion:
improvement of the perceived health status six months after hospital discharge was found. Factors that influenced the patients’ return to work were not identified.
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