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ORIGINAL ARTICLE03-11-2024
Ethnically distinct populations and coping with violence against children in the COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230350
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEEthnically distinct populations and coping with violence against children in the COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230350
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0350
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Objective:
To identify policies and programs adopted by a Brazilian municipality to address violence against children during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Method:
A qualitative documentary study. The study setting was the municipality of Ananindeua, Pará, Brazil. Data was collected from official websites between November 2021 and February 2022. Thematic content analysis was used with the support of webQDA software.
Results:
Three empirical categories emerged: a) Impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on violence against children; b) Action strategies for tackling violence against children in the COVID-19 pandemic; c) Evaluation indicators and targets for action strategies for tackling violence against children.
Final considerations:
The documents revealed few direct mentions of children, especially traditional populations; they presented superficial and ineffective evaluations of the policies and programs adopted, using exclusively quantitative indicators.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE03-11-2024
Experiences of women with physical disabilities in labor and delivery assistance
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230290
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEExperiences of women with physical disabilities in labor and delivery assistance
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230290
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0290
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Objective:
To understand the meaning attributed by women with physical disabilities to the health care received and expected during labor and delivery.
Methods:
Qualitative study, based on Social Network Theory, conducted through an online workshop in April 2022, with the participation of six women with physical disabilities. Data, collected through the focus group technique, underwent thematic content analysis with the assistance of the IRaMuTeQ tool.
Results:
Three thematic categories emerged: Challenges experienced during pregnancy; The experience within the maternity ward; and, The importance of social networks. The assistance provided by healthcare professionals sometimes differed between what was expected and what was received by women with physical disabilities during labor and delivery.
Final Considerations:
Experiences were predominantly negative, resulting from inappropriate professional conduct due to ableist attitudes. Support from members of social networks is crucial for preventing stressors.
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03-11-2024
O uso da ultrassonografia point-of-care na prática clínica do enfermeiro como alicerce para a segurança do paciente
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e77suppl0201
Abstract
O uso da ultrassonografia point-of-care na prática clínica do enfermeiro como alicerce para a segurança do paciente
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e77suppl0201
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.202477suppl0201pt
Views0Recentemente, mais um caso de dano grave associado ao cuidado em saúde foi reportado pela mídia. Uma jovem grávida teve a mão e o punho amputados depois de dar à luz ao terceiro filho em um hospital do Rio de Janeiro(). Após o incidente ocasionado pelo acesso vascular, a mulher apresentou hemorragia e foi reinternada.Os […]See more -
REVIEW03-11-2024
Continuing nursing education actions in the face of homophobia: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230094
Abstract
REVIEWContinuing nursing education actions in the face of homophobia: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230094
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0094
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Objectives:
to analyze continuing nursing education actions in the scientific literature in the face of homophobia.
Methods:
an integrative literature review with structured search in June 2022 in eight databases, using the descriptors Nursing Education, Homophobia, Sexual and Gender Minorities. Final sample consisted of six primary studies.
Results:
continuing nursing education actions are supported by strategies such as use of teaching materials, lectures, case studies and focus groups, addressing content such as gender identity issues and affective-sexual orientation, health disparities and their relationship with homophobia in healthcare settings.
Final considerations:
carried out in various healthcare settings, continuing education actions proved to be successful in raising nurses’ awareness in facing homophobia in health services, however, their expansion is necessary to create health spaces that meet the specific needs of these people.
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03-11-2024
The use of point-of-care ultrasound in nurses’ clinical practice as a foundation for patient safety
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e77suppl0201
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The use of point-of-care ultrasound in nurses’ clinical practice as a foundation for patient safety
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e77suppl0201
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.202477suppl0201
Views0Recently, another case of serious harm associated with healthcare was reported by the media. A young pregnant woman had her hand and wrist amputated after giving birth to her third child in a hospital in Rio de Janeiro(). After the incident caused by vascular access, the woman suffered hemorrhage and was readmitted.The harm caused to […]See more -
03-08-2024
A enfermagem como protagonista no enfrentamento da hesitação e recusa vacinal
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e77suppl101
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A enfermagem como protagonista no enfrentamento da hesitação e recusa vacinal
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e77suppl101
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.202477suppl101pt
Views0Desde a década de 1970, o Ministério da Saúde do Brasil instituiu o Programa Nacional de Imunização (PNI), que precedeu o Sistema Único de Saúde e que lhe foi incorporado e fortalecido, devido ao modelo descentralizado aos municípios, mas de comando único ao nível central. Seu objetivo era e ainda é coordenar as ações de […]See more -
03-08-2024
Nursing as a player in tackling vaccine hesitancy and refusal
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e77suppl101
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Nursing as a player in tackling vaccine hesitancy and refusal
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e77suppl101
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.202477suppl101
Views1Since the 1970s, the Brazilian Ministry of Health established the Brazilian National Immunization Program (PNI – Programa Nacional de Imunização), which preceded the Brazilian Health System and which was incorporated and strengthened due to the decentralized model to municipalities, but under single command at central level. Its objective was and still is to coordinate vaccination […]See more -
02-26-2024
Nurse Navigator of Cancer Patients: contributions to the discussion on the national stage
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e770201
Abstract
Nurse Navigator of Cancer Patients: contributions to the discussion on the national stage
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(2):e770201
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2024770201
Views0The professional practice of patient navigation is incipient in Brazil and, therefore, a broad discussion with various sectors of society is essential, which is the main purpose of this editorial. Shall we start with the story.Patient navigation was defined in 1989 as a community-based service delivery intervention aimed at appropriately promoting access to diagnosis and […]See more
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EXPERIENCE REPORT01-01-2017
Focus group on qualitative research: experience report
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(2):424-429
Abstract
EXPERIENCE REPORTFocus group on qualitative research: experience report
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(2):424-429
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0091
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Objective:
to report the experience of applying the focus group technique for production of data in qualitative research.
Method:
four group sessions were held from May to June 2015, with the participation of professionals from the public sector of PHC and from specialized service.
Results:
the way focus group was developed is described in steps: planning, recruitment, ambience, group sessions, and evaluation.
Conclusion:
we highlight that the focus group, as a technique to produce data in collective space, can contribute not only to the construction of knowledge in Nursing, but also to the research approach with the assistance practice.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Guide of attributes of the nurse’s political competence: a methodological study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(3):526-534
Abstract
RESEARCHGuide of attributes of the nurse’s political competence: a methodological study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(3):526-534
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0483
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Objective:
To build and validate a guide of attributes of the nurse’s political competence.
Method:
Methodological research. This study comprised the construction of the instrument through literature review; experts validation of pre-established attributes for composing the guide; and clinical validation in the nurses work environment/reality. The data collection took place in the months from August to October 2014, and the analysis was based on the content analysis of Bardin and use of Epi info 3.5. All ethical precepts have been complied with.
Results:
From 29 attributes found in the literature, 25 have been validated by experts. Clinical/practical validation involved the participation of 43 nurses, who observed that the attributes are not articulated with the professional practices developed by them.
Conclusion:
The attributes of the nurse’s political competence were identified with support of literature. It is concluded that the professionals still have limited and fragmented perception of political competence, expressing difficulty/limitation.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE11-26-2022
Vulnerability and quality of life of older persons in the community in different situations of family care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210034
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEVulnerability and quality of life of older persons in the community in different situations of family care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210034
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0034
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Objective:
to correlate socio-contextual aspects, physical vulnerability and quality of life of older persons in the community in different situations of family care.
Methods:
epidemiological, a cross-sectional and analytical study, with elderly people in the community (n=769), with application of the instruments: Vulnerable Elders Survey-13 (VES-13), World Health Organization Quality of Life for Older Persons (WHOQOL-OLD) and the World Health Organization Quality of Life (WHOQOL-BREF); and socio-contextual data questionnaire.
Results:
the population assessed presented an average of regular quality of life in both the WHOQOL-BREF and the WHOQOL-OLD. Older non-vulnerable persons (62.2%) and those with close family contact (82.6%) have a better quality of life than the vulnerable (p<0.0001).
Conclusion:
lower quality of life scores and more distant families are related to vulnerable elderly people; thus, the assessment of family proximity and physical vulnerability of older persons is shown to be an important factor in improving quality of life.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-09-2023
Independent and combined effects of lifestyle behaviors on adolescent health-related quality of life
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(4):e20220780
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEIndependent and combined effects of lifestyle behaviors on adolescent health-related quality of life
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(4):e20220780
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0780
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Objective:
To investigate the independent and combined effects of lifestyle behaviors, including physical activity, sedentary behavior, sleep duration and food intake, in the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of Brazilian adolescents.
Methods:
Cross-sectional school-based study, with the participation of 306 adolescents aged 14 to 18 years. A questionnaire was applied with structured questions to collect lifestyle behaviors data. Perception of the HRQoL was identified using the Kidscreen-27. The study used covariance analysis and linear regression models for statistical analysis.
Results:
Adolescents who reported ≤ 2 hours/day of screen-based sedentary behavior and sleep duration equivalent to 8-10 hours/night presented significantly higher HRQoL. Adolescents who reported joint adherence ≥ 3 healthy lifestyle behaviors demonstrated approximately two [OR=2.12] to three times [OR=3.04] more chance of presenting higher perceptions of HRQoL.
Conclusion:
Although healthy lifestyle behaviors had a positive independent effect on HRQoL, joint adherence to healthy behaviors enhances the cumulative effect.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-04-2023
Social representation of spiritual surgeries in Umbanda: culture, religion and contributions of nursing theory
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(6):e20220787
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ORIGINAL ARTICLESocial representation of spiritual surgeries in Umbanda: culture, religion and contributions of nursing theory
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(6):e20220787
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0787
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Objective:
to analyze the social representation of spiritual surgeries in Umbanda for Bantu-Amerindian ritual mediums and their contributions to the cross-cultural care proposed by Madeleine Leininger.
Methods:
a descriptive-exploratory, qualitative study, supported by the procedural approach of Social Representation Theory and Transcultural Nursing Theory, carried out with 30 Umbanda mediums of the Bantu-Amerindian ritual through interviews, submitted to the Iramuteq software for lexical analysis.
Results:
mostly women, white, with an average of 46 years old and approximately 14 years of practice in Umbanda participated. The social representation of spiritual surgeries in Umbanda is objectified and anchored through a biomedical vision of care, encompassing a set of beliefs, values and practices as religious treatments, through faith, whose main objective is healing.
Final considerations:
spiritual surgeries are a form of transcultural care, according to Madeleine Leininger’s propositions, as they integrate the culture of a group through health care in Umbanda.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE05-29-2023
Quality of life from women’s perspective in the exercise of sex work: a study of social representations
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220169
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEQuality of life from women’s perspective in the exercise of sex work: a study of social representations
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220169
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0169
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Objectives:
to analyze the social representations elaborated by sex workers from Alto Sertão Produtivo Baiano about quality of life.
Methods:
a qualitative study, based on the Social Representation Theory, carried out in the region of Alto Sertão Produtivo Baiano, with 30 sex workers. Individual in-depth interview was carried out, with speeches organized in a corpus and treated in IRAMUTEQ, enabling lexical analysis for Descending Hierarchical Classification.
Results:
four thematic classes emerged, in which social representations of quality of life pervade: money earned to supply needs; association with healthy living and obtaining health (physical and mental); balance of emotions (although there are some negative sensations such as fear and anxiety); and faith in a deity.
Final Considerations:
the social representations elaborated by sex workers about quality of life are anchored in concepts, subjective and practical, punctuated by the World Health Organization.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE05-29-2023
Violence in rural areas against disabled people from the perspective of their families
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220404
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEViolence in rural areas against disabled people from the perspective of their families
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220404
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0404
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Objectives:
to know the violence spoken and felt by disabled people, living in rural areas, from the perspective of their families.
Methods:
a descriptive-exploratory and qualitative study, carried out in four municipalities in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Twelve family members who lived with disabled people in rural areas participated. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed using thematic content analysis.
Results:
disabled people, living in rural areas, experienced physical, psychological and sexual violence, perpetrated by family members, colleagues, community members and health professionals. Adaptations were mentioned in family dynamics for the care of disabled people, social, financial and leisure impacts, and challenges in access and accessibility to education and health services.
Final Considerations:
violence against this population manifests itself in a reality with socioeconomic and family particularities, marked by exclusion, disrespect and denial of rights and access to fundamental goods and services.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
Care for older adults with disabilities in Long Term Care Facility
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220767
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLECare for older adults with disabilities in Long Term Care Facility
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220767
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0767
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Objective:
to analyze the constitution of care offered to older adults with disabilities, from Long Term Care Facility professionals’ perspective.
Methods:
this is a discourse analysis based on the post-structuralist framework. Participants in this study are professionals involved in the care for older adults, totaling 14 respondents, 13 women and one man.
Results:
from professionals’ perspective, there is a fine line between caring for older adults with disabilities and maintaining their autonomy. Care in which autonomy is restricted predisposes older adults to a process of dependency.
Final considerations:
caring for older adults with disabilities constitutes the challenge between caring and maintaining independence. Thus, older adult-centered care should be taken as a premise so that their individualities are respected.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-13-2019
Hammock and nesting in preterm infants: randomized controlled trial
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:96-102
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEHammock and nesting in preterm infants: randomized controlled trial
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:96-102
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0099
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Objective:
To compare the physiological variables and the sleep-wake pattern presented by preterm in nesting and hammock positions after diaper change.
Method:
This is a crossover randomized controlled trial. It was conducted with 20 preterm infants who, after diaper change, were placed in nests or hammocks. These preterm infants were evaluated for physiological variables (heart rate and oxygen saturation) and behavioral variables (sleep and wakefulness).
Results:
There was no statistically significant difference in the studied variables between nesting and hammock positions. However, regarding the categorical variable sleep, the comparison between the research phases for the hammock position showed differences between the baseline phase and the immediate recovery (p=0.00), baseline and late recovery (p=0.00), response and immediate recovery (p=0.00), response and late recovery (p=0.00).
Conclusion:
No differences were identified between the nest and the hammock; however, the use of the hammock favored the sleep of preterm infants compared to its non-use.
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REFLECTION02-15-2021
Pre-hospital assistance by ambulance in the context of coronavirus infections
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200657
Abstract
REFLECTIONPre-hospital assistance by ambulance in the context of coronavirus infections
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200657
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0657
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Objective:
To reflect on the safe care exercised by the pre-hospital care team by emergency ambulance in times of coronavirus infection.
Method:
A reflection and description of how to provide safe care to the patient and the professional during pre-hospital care in times of coronavirus infection.
Results:
To ensure the health of all those involved in the care, health professionals who work in pre-hospital care by emergency ambulance should use the recommended Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as the use of surgical masks and N95, N99, N100, PFF2 or PFF3, the use of an apron or overall, goggles and face shield, gloves and a hat. The entire team must receive training and demonstrate the ability to use PPE correctly and safely.
Final considerations:
The professional working in the pre-hospital care by ambulance is exposed to a series of occupational risks that need to be discussed and minimized through professional training.
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07-05-2021
Selenium concentrations in elderly people with Alzheimer’s disease: a cross-sectional study with control group
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200984
Abstract
Selenium concentrations in elderly people with Alzheimer’s disease: a cross-sectional study with control group
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20200984
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0984
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Objective:
To investigate possible differences in plasma and erythrocyte concentrations of selenium among elderly with and without a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD).
Methods:
Cross-sectional study, performed with an elderly group with Alzheimer’s disease, diagnosed by a geriatric doctor, and compared to an elderly group without the disease, equaling gender, education, and age. Atomic absorption spectrophotometry determined plasma and erythrocyte concentrations of total selenium (Set).
Results:
The mean age was 74.41±7.1 years in the Alzheimer’s disease group and 71.46±5.1 years among the control group. The Alzheimer’s disease group presented lower plasma concentrations (mean of 45.29±14.51 µg/dL vs. 55.14±14.01 µg/dL; p=0.004), and erythrocyte Set (median of 56.36 µg/L vs. 76.96 µg/L; p<0.001). The logistic regression model indicated an association between erythrocyte Set concentrations and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease (p=0.028).
Conclusion:
Elderly with Alzheimer’s disease present lower selenium concentrations in the evaluated organic compartments.
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REVIEW09-29-2022
Nursing students’ learning from involvement in research projects: an integrative literature review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20210053
Abstract
REVIEWNursing students’ learning from involvement in research projects: an integrative literature review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e20210053
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0053
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Objective:
To identify the learning outcomes and skills obtained of undergraduate nursing students involved in research projects.
Methods:
This was an integrative literature review, based on a research protocol in the CINAHL Complete databases; Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials; Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews; Cochrane Methodology Register; MedicLatina; MEDLINE, Scopus and JBI, including primary and secondary studies, published between 2015 and 2020.
Results:
A total of five heterogeneous articles were included, which were categorized using Kirkpatrick’s (adapted) model. Seventeen learning outcomes acquired through participation in research projects were identified, from the learning of new knowledge and skills to the development of new attitudes and behaviors.
Final considerations:
The involvement of nursing students in research projects is important to their professional development. Future investment in research on this topic can help cement the potential of this type of student involvement.
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REFLECTION07-10-2020
Psychosocial risks and the health of health workers: reflections on Brazilian labor reform
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190092
Abstract
REFLECTIONPsychosocial risks and the health of health workers: reflections on Brazilian labor reform
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190092
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0092
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Objective:
to reflect on the psychosocial risks and their impacts on the health of health workers in light of the Brazilian economic context and Labor Reform.
Method:
reflective study on the Brazilian Labor Reform and its impacts on health of health workers.
Results:
although the changes observed in the labor sphere have contributed to improvements in health and safety policies for, these changes have also contributed to the emergence of new risks arising from work activities, including psychosocial risks, which affect all occupational categories.
Final considerations:
we understand that the Brazilian Labor Reform carried out in 2017 leads to the weakening of labor relations, increases workers’ exposure to risks in the workplace, increases the risk of illness, and opposes the global movement of international organizations aimed at the prevention of aggravation in workers’ health and also at preserving their health.
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REVIEW03-30-2020
Internet influence on the biopsychosocial health of adolescents: an integratitive review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(2):e20180766
Abstract
REVIEWInternet influence on the biopsychosocial health of adolescents: an integratitive review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(2):e20180766
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0766
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Objectives:
To identify scientific evidence on the influence of internet use on adolescents’ biopsychosocial health.
Methods:
Integrative review, with database search, using the descriptors “internet”, “adolescent health” and “adolescent behavior”. After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 16 articles were selected.
Results:
Knowledge convergence produced for three main themes was demonstrated: “Internet exposure time and possible damages to adolescent health”; “Internet, adolescent and cyberbullying”; and “Internet as a source of information for adolescent health”.
Final considerations:
The network involves an intricate network of interactions, providing varied behaviors and attitudes that reflect on adolescent health. Therefore, it is important to articulate nursing actions with the school community and the family, in order to carry out health education.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-16-2021
Patient participation in care safety: Primary Health Care professionals’ perception
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(2):e20200773
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPatient participation in care safety: Primary Health Care professionals’ perception
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(2):e20200773
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0773
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Objectives:
to analyze health professionals’ perception about the meaning and practice of patient involvement in care safety in Primary Health Care.
Methods:
this is an exploratory, qualitative study, developed with 22 professionals in the Federal District, Brazil. A semi-structured interview was conducted between October and November/2018. Content analysis was carried out according to Bardin.
Results:
nurses, physicians, dentists, among others, participated. The following categories emerged: Meaning of patient involvement in care safety; Factors intervening in patient involvement in care safety; Strategies for patient involvement in care safety; Qualification for patient involvement in care safety.
Final Considerations:
the meaning of patient involvement for care safety was associated with co-responsibility and patient-centered care. Professionals’ practice revealed intervening factors and the use of involvement strategies. A gap was identified in training on patient involvement in care safety.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-19-2020
Comfort needs as perceived by hospitalized elders: an analysis under the light of Kolcaba’s theory
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190501
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEComfort needs as perceived by hospitalized elders: an analysis under the light of Kolcaba’s theory
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20190501
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0501
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Objective:
To reveal the Comfort needs as perceived by hospitalized elders, using Kolcaba’s theory.
Methods:
Descriptive and qualitative study, with 11 elders hospitalized in a university hospital, aiming to identify their needs for Comfort.
Results:
Discourses were categorized in four thematic units: Physical, Environmental, Sociocultural, and Psychospiritual. In the Physical context, several subcategories were found, namely, Symptom Relief; Daily Life Activities; Hygiene and personal care; Diet; Sleep and rest. In the Environmental context, the Comfort was considered to be superior than in the elders’ home; in the Sociocultural one, family bonds were found to become more distant, triggering feelings of missing one’s family and isolation, in the Psychospiritual context, spirituality and religiosity stood out.
Final considerations:
The Comfort needs of the hospitalized elders enable one to reflect on nursing care, offering information to improve the quality of assistance and to attend to the real needs of the elderly.
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