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11-25-2022
Populações vulnerabilizadas no contexto da pandemia e crises sanitárias
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e75Suppl201
Abstract
Populações vulnerabilizadas no contexto da pandemia e crises sanitárias
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e75Suppl201
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.202275Suppl201pt
Views0As condições e os modos de vida da população determinam o processo de saúde e adoecimento de forma diferenciada entre os diversos grupos populacionais. As desigualdades na saúde vêm adquirindo relevância ainda maior na produção de diferentes perfis de doença, em função de recentes e surpreendentes acontecimentos mundiais, como divergências étnico-raciais, religiosas, territoriais, identidade de […]See more -
11-25-2022
Reflexões sobre a ciência em enfermagem gerontológica: possibilidades para o seu caminhar
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e75Suppl401
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Reflexões sobre a ciência em enfermagem gerontológica: possibilidades para o seu caminhar
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e75Suppl401
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.202275Suppl401pt
Views0O conhecimento científico em enfermagem gerontológica brasileiro tem seus primórdios há mais de 50 anos, especificamente em meados de 1970, alinhados ao movimento mundial de reconhecimento da complexidade do envelhecimento populacional e dos seus desafios na esfera social, cultural, política e de saúde pública. Desde então, a produção científica nesse campo guarda relação com a […]See more -
11-19-2022
Advanced Practice Nursing: Canadian Perspectives and Global Relevance
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e750101
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Advanced Practice Nursing: Canadian Perspectives and Global Relevance
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e750101
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2022750101
Views0In this editorial, Advanced Practice Nursing (APN) will be explored as a practice model that could be implemented to strengthen health care systems globally. Canadian perspectives and the evolution of APN in Canada will be used as an example to identify potential opportunities for the conceptualization and implementation of advanced practice nursing that is both […]See more -
11-19-2022
Enfermagem de Prática Avançada: Perspectivas Canadenses e Relevância Global
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e750101
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Enfermagem de Prática Avançada: Perspectivas Canadenses e Relevância Global
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(1):e750101
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2022750101
Views0Neste editorial, a Enfermagem de Prática Avançada (EPA) será explorada como um modelo de prática que pode ser implementado para fortalecer os sistemas de saúde globalmente. As perspectivas canadenses e a evolução da EPA no Canadá serão usadas como um exemplo para identificar oportunidades potenciais para a conceituação e implementação da EPA que seja abrangente […]See more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE11-19-2022
Factors associated with the perception of fear of COVID-19 in university students
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210448
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEFactors associated with the perception of fear of COVID-19 in university students
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210448
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0448
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Objective:
to analyze the factors associated with the perception of fear of COVID-19 in Brazilian university students.
Methods:
this is an online, cross-sectional analytical study conducted at a Brazilian public university with 1,437 undergraduate students between September and November 2020. The Fear of COVID-19 Scale was used to measure the main construct. Data analysis was performed using Mann-Whitney U test, Cohen’s r test and multiple linear regression analysis.
Results:
factors associated with fear of COVID-19 in university students were the variables biological sex, perception of good sleep quality, many days of access to information, not complying with social distancing, reporting sufficient hours of sleep, not having a partner, guidance sexual non-heterosexual, being in the risk group for COVID-19 and tobacco consumption.
Conclusions:
the study findings can contribute to the discussion about the weaknesses that the university population is experiencing in this pandemic period.
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REVIEW11-19-2022
Nursing care for bed bath in patients with COVID-19: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20200704
Abstract
REVIEWNursing care for bed bath in patients with COVID-19: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20200704
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0704
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Objective:
to identify the main nursing care procedures for performing bed bath in patients with COVID-19.
Method:
an integrative literature review. Five stages were followed for this research: research question elaboration (identification of the problem), search of studies in literature, study assessment, data analysis, and presentation of review. To search for primary studies, the VHL and SciELO databases were selected.
Results:
initially, 55 publications were found. After reading and analyzing the abstracts, the sample consisted of 15 studies.
Conclusion:
patients with the new coronavirus have specific care to perform a bed bath, oral, intimate and skin hygiene. It is important that professionals use adequate personal protective equipment, perform humanized care, continuously observing patients’ vital signs to avoid occurrence of adverse events, promoting patient safety.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE11-19-2022
Stigma experienced by men diagnosed with COVID-19
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210038
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEStigma experienced by men diagnosed with COVID-19
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210038
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0038
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Objective:
to analyze the stigma characteristics perceived in the experience of men who had COVID-19.
Method:
this qualitative study involved men living in Brazil, diagnosed with COVID-19, who answered semi-structured questions in an online form. Data were subjected to thematic and lexical analysis, interpreted in the light of the stigma theory.
Results:
92 men, adults, cisgender, heterosexual, of mixed race/color, belonging to middle class, living in the urban area, with higher education participated. The stigma characteristics evidenced were the occurrence of leave, perception of impolite treatment, use of labels and discrimination by co-workers, family members, neighbors and even healthcare professionals, with consequences for the psycho-emotional dimension.
Final considerations:
discrimination and exclusion derived from stigma surprised men marked by class and gender privileges, little used to being downgraded in interactions when compared to other groups.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE11-15-2022
Suffering and defense mechanisms: an analysis of the work of Primary Health Care nurses
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20200419
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ORIGINAL ARTICLESuffering and defense mechanisms: an analysis of the work of Primary Health Care nurses
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20200419
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0419
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Objective:
To analyze the suffering and coping strategies of nurses working in Primary Health Care considering the psychodynamics of their work.
Methods:
Descriptive study with a qualitative approach, carried out with 11 nurses working in Primary Health Care. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, systematized, and interpreted using Bardin’s content analysis method applied to recurrent themes.
Results:
The suffering factors related to work in Primary Health Care are difficulties with management, the fragile structure of the health support network, and conflicts with the users. Defensive strategies to minimize these difficulties are the support of hierarchical superiors, the empowerment of the community and users, and communication between team members.
Final considerations:
It is important that there be changes in the organization of this line of work to improve the workers’ health.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE08-08-2022
Social and territorial inequalities in the mortality of children and adolescents due to COVID-19 in Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(6):e20210482
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLESocial and territorial inequalities in the mortality of children and adolescents due to COVID-19 in Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(6):e20210482
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0482
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Objective:
To analyze the mortality rate of COVID-19 among children and adolescents aged 0 to 14 years.
Methods:
Ecological and exploratory study of children’s mortality rate by COVID-19 in Brazil, from February to October 2020. The study used the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome database to collect the data and made the analysis using descriptive spatial statistics by age and race/color classification.
Result:
The mortality rate due to COVID-19 represented 1.34 deaths per one hundred thousand in the total group evaluated. The age group with the highest frequency and mortality rate was 1 to 4 years of age. There is a higher frequency of deaths in the brown and Indigenous population.
Conclusion:
The distribution of deaths due to COVID-19 is unequal in the national territory, and there is a wide variation in the mortality rate by age and race/color groups.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
Construction and validity of educational technology about the human papillomavirus vaccine for adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230048
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEConstruction and validity of educational technology about the human papillomavirus vaccine for adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230048
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0048
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Objectives:
to construct and validate an educational technology in comic book format about the human papillomavirus vaccine aimed at adolescents.
Methods:
a methodological study, with a quantitative approach, through the agreement method. It was carried out in two phases: educational technology construction and content validity. Participants are expert judges in the health field. Data collection took place in a virtual environment, through a questionnaire. Data analysis was performed by calculating the Content Validity Index. A Content Validity Index of at least 80% was accepted.
Results:
the comic book’s overall Content Validity Index was 82%, reaching the minimum limit established to be validated.
Conclusions:
comics are fundamental in the teaching-learning process, aiming to catch adolescents’ attention. Therefore, it is characterized as a valid tool to inform, in a playful manner, about the human papillomavirus vaccine.
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ERRATUM02-26-2024
ERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20160061
Abstract
ERRATUMERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20160061
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.20247701e03
Views2In the article “Nurses in the labor market: professional insertion, competencies and skills”, with DOI number: , published in Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem, 2017;70(6):1220-6, on page 1225:Include before REFERENCES:[…]See more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE01-10-2024
Nursing care management strategies to address the COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230254
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLENursing care management strategies to address the COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230254
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-20230254
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Objective:
To characterize nursing care management strategies for addressing the COVID-19 pandemic.
Method:
A descriptive, qualitative study conducted with 22 nurse professionals at a University Hospital in Southern Brazil. Data collection through interviews in June and August 2021, analyzed according to Bardin’s Content Analysis and the theoretical framework of complex thinking.
Results:
The identified strategies were organized into four categories: Reorganization of health services; People management and emergency admission; Multiprofessional articulation; and Bedside nursing care.
Final Considerations:
Professional performance revealed a complex interplay between leadership and care management practices, even in the face of working condition restrictions, and were understood as crucial in the pandemic scenario.
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REVIEW01-10-2024
Prevalence and exposure variables of latent infection by mycobacterium tuberculosis in healthcare workers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20240052
Abstract
REVIEWPrevalence and exposure variables of latent infection by mycobacterium tuberculosis in healthcare workers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20240052
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2024-0052
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Objectives:
To identify in the scientific literature the prevalence, diagnostic methods, and exposure variables of latent infection by Mycobacterium tuberculosis in healthcare workers.
Methods:
An integrative review of the scientific literature based on the following review question: What are the available scientific evidence in the literature that address the prevalence of latent infection by Mycobacterium tuberculosis in healthcare workers and its association with possible risk factors among these workers?
Results:
Being a physician or nurse, being older, and being male were generally associated with higher prevalences. The study also showed that interferon-gamma release assays were more commonly used as a diagnostic method compared to skin tests.
Conclusions:
More studies are needed regarding the epidemiology of latent infection by Mycobacterium tuberculosis in the context of healthcare workers, aiming for higher impact actions that contribute to the reduction of tuberculosis worldwide.
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01-01-2016
Nursing care in Specialized HIV/Aids Outpatient Services
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):515-521
Abstract
Nursing care in Specialized HIV/Aids Outpatient Services
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2016;69(3):515-521
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2016690314i
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Objective:
to analyze the discourses about the care provided by nurses operating in Specialized HIV/Aids Outpatient Services in four public institutions of the city of Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
Method:
descriptive and exploratory study with a qualitative approach, which used as a method the discourse analysis.
Results:
when titling the “care as negative”, such title came from the analogy proposed by Freud (1912) with the photographic negative, represented by what that care can configure from the unconscious movement, since nurses did not perceive themselves in the care actions developed by supporting the work of other occupational categories, contributing to maintain the ideology of biomedicine.
Conclusion:
it is necessary to justify and theorize a nursing clinical practice from epistemological issues of the profession, in such a way that nurses can understand their relevance within the care provided.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE04-16-2021
Practices used by a home care team: implications for caregivers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(2):e20190794
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPractices used by a home care team: implications for caregivers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(2):e20190794
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0794
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Objectives:
to analyze the practices of a home care team and their implications for caregivers’ performance.
Methods:
qualitative study with data obtained from observation of 21 users, 30 caregivers and 6 professionals from the home health care service in a municipality in Minas Gerais, from February to June 2018. The material was analyzed from the perspective of discourse analysis according to Michel Foucault.
Results:
team interference upon caregivers is exercised by disciplinary practices and prescriptive, authoritative and surveilling behaviors. The team’s knowledge-power relationship determines caregivers’ acceptance through convincing or through difficulty of understanding assigned orientations. Educational practices would enable caregivers to be constituted as active, participative, empowered and reflective subjects.
Final Considerations:
team practices interfere with caregivers’ ways of acting and being and they have implications in objectification and subjectification processes.
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08-16-2021
Pregnant women’s contribution in the construction and evaluation of an educational technology: the “Comics for Pregnant Women”
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20201243
Abstract
Pregnant women’s contribution in the construction and evaluation of an educational technology: the “Comics for Pregnant Women”
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74:e20201243
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-1243
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Objectives:
to describe the contribution of pregnant women to the construction and evaluation of educational technology.
Methods:
a participatory study developed in three stages, which occurred between March 2018 and June 2019 for identifying the content, construction, and evaluation of the comic. Non-directive interviews were conducted in educational groups with 34 pregnant women. After the comic was built by a team, including a designer, an instrument was applied to 41 pregnant women to evaluate the items Objectives, Organization, Writing style, Appearance, and Motivation.
Results:
the comic contains 40 pages of contents, illustrations, and quizzes (word search, cross-puzzle, seven mistakes, etc). The pregnant women evaluated it as easy to understand, self-explanatory, aesthetically attractive, and capable of motivating good care practices during pregnancy, obtaining a minimum agreement of 92.1%.
Final Considerations:
the innovation of the educational technology consisted of incorporating the voices of pregnant women in prenatal care, with the potential to stimulate reflections and the learning process of this target audience.
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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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