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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-31-2023
Primary Health Care assessment in the COVID-19 pandemic from physicians’ and nurses’ perspective
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220475
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPrimary Health Care assessment in the COVID-19 pandemic from physicians’ and nurses’ perspective
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220475
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0475
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Objectives:
to assess the operationalization of Primary Health Care in the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Primary Care Assessment Tool: PCATool-Brasil attributes, from physicians’ and nurses’ perspective.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study, carried out with 99 physicians and nurses from Basic Health Units in a state in northeastern Brazil, with the aid of the adapted instrument PCATool-Brasil.
Results:
Essential Score was classified as high performance (6.6) and General Score as low performance (6.5). First Contact Access, Care Integration, and Community Guidance scores were <6.6. The best performances were attributed to the Longitudinality, Comprehensiveness and Family Guidance services (scores>6.6).
Conclusions:
the attributes of Primary Health Care, in general, showed values above or close to the cut-off point in the assessment. These data can support strategies for local and national managers to strengthen Primary Health Care in the COVID-19 pandemic and future public health emergencies.
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07-31-2023
Breastfeeding prevalence in newborns of mothers with COVID-19: a systematic review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220173
Abstract
Breastfeeding prevalence in newborns of mothers with COVID-19: a systematic review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220173
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0173
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Objectives:
to compare exclusive breastfeeding prevalence versus artificial feeding in newborns of mothers with COVID-19.
Methods:
a systematic review of prevalence, according to JBI. Searches in PubMed®, Embase, CINAHL, LILACS and Web of Science™ databases in August 2021. Cross-sectional, longitudinal or cohort studies were selected, without language and time limitations that showed breastfeeding prevalence or that allowed calculation.
Results:
fifteen articles published in 2020 and 2021, cohort (60%) or cross-sectional (40%) were analyzed. The average of exclusive breastfeeding in mothers with COVID-19 was 56.76% (CI=39.90–72.88), and artificial breastfeeding, 43.23% (CI = 30.99 – 55.88), without statistically significant differences.
Conclusions:
despite the recommendations for maintaining breastfeeding, there was a reduction worldwide, when compared to periods prior to the pandemic. With advances in science, these rates have improved, showing the impact of evidence on practices. As limitations, study sources are cited. It is recommended to carry out new studies. PROSPERO registration CRD42021234486.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-10-2023
Correlation between symptoms of depression, attitude, and self-care in elderly with type 2 diabetes
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220741
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLECorrelation between symptoms of depression, attitude, and self-care in elderly with type 2 diabetes
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220741
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0741
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Objectives:
to correlate depressive symptoms, attitude, and self-care of elderly people with type 2 diabetes.
Methods:
study developed with 144 elderly people with diabetes; carried out in Family Health Units. A semi-structured instrument was used to obtain data on the sociodemographic profile; the Geriatric Depression Scale (15 items), the Questionário de Atitudes Psicológicas do Diabetes [Psychological Attitudes of Diabetes Questionnaire], and the Diabetes Self-Care Activities Questionnaire (DSCA) were also used.
Results:
it was identified that 24.3% of the participants presented depressive symptoms, and 93.8% presented negative attitudes of coping. A greater adherence to self-care activities related to the practice of medication was observed. In the correlation between the scales, a negative and inversely proportional correspondence was noted between depressive symptomatology and physical activity (p=0.010) and foot care (p=0.006), likewise between attitude and foot care (p=0.009).
Conclusions:
self-care in elderly people with diabetes mellitus is influenced by depressive symptoms and negative coping attitudes.
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07-10-2023
Metodologia Lean Seis Sigma para melhoria do processo de alta em uma unidade de terapia intensiva
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220538
Abstract
Metodologia Lean Seis Sigma para melhoria do processo de alta em uma unidade de terapia intensiva
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220538
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0538
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Objetivos:
describir el proceso de implementación de Lean Six Sigma para mejorar el proceso de alta en una unidad de cuidados intensivos brasileña.
Métodos:
estudio prospectivo siguiendo el método de desarrollo de proyectos denominado DMAIC (Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control). Este método consta de cinco fases, a saber: definición del proyecto, medición del punto de partida y recolección de datos, análisis de resultados, mejora en los procesos y control estadístico.
Resultados:
la aplicación de la metodología Lean Six Sigma fue efectiva para mejorar el proceso de alta de la unidad de cuidados intensivos a la unidad de hospitalización. Esta mejora representó una reducción en el tiempo promedio de alta de 189 a 75 minutos, totalizando una mejora del 61%.
Conclusiones:
este artículo demuestra la efectividad de la aplicación de la metodología Lean Six Sigma para mejorar el flujo de descarga en una unidad crítica, lo que resulta en la reducción de tiempo y desperdicio.
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REVIEW07-10-2023
Lean Six Sigma methodology to improve the discharge process in a Brazilian intensive care unit
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220538
Abstract
REVIEWLean Six Sigma methodology to improve the discharge process in a Brazilian intensive care unit
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220538
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0538
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Objectives:
to describe the Lean Six Sigma implementation process to improve the discharge process in a Brazilian health institution’s ICU.
Methods:
prospective study following the Define-Measure-Analyse-Improve-Control project development method. This method consists of five phases, namely: project definition, measurement of the starting point and data collection, analysis of results, improvement in processes, and statistical control.
Results:
applying Lean Six Sigma methodology following the Define-Measure-Analyse-Improve-Control in the discharge process from the intensive care unit to the inpatient unit was effective in improving processes. This improvement represented a reduction in the mean patient transfer time to the inpatient unit from 189 minutes to 75 minutes, representing a 61% improvement in discharge time.
Conclusions:
this article demonstrates the effectiveness of applying Lean Six Sigma methodology to improve the discharge flow in a critical unit, resulting in time and waste reduction.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-10-2023
Primary care in supplementary health: assessment of costs in the care of older adult patients with heart diseases
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220486
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEPrimary care in supplementary health: assessment of costs in the care of older adult patients with heart diseases
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220486
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0486
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Objectives:
to identify whether implementing a supplementary Primary Health Care (PHC) system makes it possible to reduce care costs for older adults with heart diseases.
Methods:
a retrospective cohort of 223 patients with heart disease aged ≥ 60 years. Data were obtained from medical records and cost databases, assessed for a period of one year before and after PHC implementation. The results were expressed as mean absolute frequencies for number of hospitalizations and as average annual expenses expressed in dollars (US$) in relation to cost data.
Results:
there was a reduction in hospitalization expenses after implementing supplementary PHC (p=0.01) and a decrease in the frequency of hospitalizations for the entire sample (p=0.006). There was a reduction in the frequency of consultations at the Emergency Room among frail older adults (p=0.011).
Conclusions:
there was a reduction in hospitalization costs and frequency of visits to the Emergency Room after supplementary PHC.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE07-10-2023
Occurrence and preventability of adverse events in hospitals: a retrospective study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220025
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEOccurrence and preventability of adverse events in hospitals: a retrospective study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(3):e20220025
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0025
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Objectives:
to analyze the incidence of preventable adverse events related to health care in adult patients admitted to public hospitals in Brazil.
Methods:
observational, analytical, retrospective study based on medical records review.
Results:
medical records from 370 patients were evaluated, 58 of whom had at least one adverse event. The incidence of adverse events corresponded to 15.7%. Adverse events were predominantly related to healthcare-related infection (47.1%) and procedures (24.5%). Regarding the adverse event severity, 13.7% were considered mild, 51.0% moderate, and 35.3% severe. 99% of adverse events were classified as preventable. Patients admitted to the emergency room had a 3.73 times higher risk for adverse events.
Conclusions:
this study’s results indicate a high incidence of avoidable adverse events and highlight the need for interventions in care practice.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-13-2024
Nurses’ experience regarding patient safety in mobile pre-hospital care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230529
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLENurses’ experience regarding patient safety in mobile pre-hospital care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230529
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0529
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Objectives:
to understand nurses’ experience regarding patient safety in mobile pre-hospital care.
Method:
a qualitative, exploratory and descriptive study, conducted with nurses active in mobile pre-hospital care services. Semi-structured interviews were conducted, audio-graved and submitted to Bardin’s content analysis.
Results:
from four thematic categories established, nurses reported the care and management skills necessary to work in this service. They demonstrated a commitment to ensuring safe care for patients, staff and spectators. They highlighted the actions taken to prevent and mitigate incidents. However, they based their experiences on practice protocols and individual actions, expressing the need to improve knowledge about patient safety.
Final Considerations:
mobile pre-hospital care nurses’ experience in relation to patient safety was limited, suggesting the need for training on the subject, alignment of work processes and implementation of strategies, aiming to guarantee safe care.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-13-2024
Repercussions of the pandemic on tuberculosis control actions from the perspective of health professionals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230477
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLERepercussions of the pandemic on tuberculosis control actions from the perspective of health professionals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230477
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0477
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Objectives:
to analyze the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic on tuberculosis control actions from the perspective of primary health care professionals.
Methods:
this descriptive study with a qualitative approach was conducted from November 2022 to April 2023, using semi-structured interviews with 11 key informant professionals from primary health care units in a Brazilian capital. Data were organized using Atlas.ti 22.0 software and subjected to thematic-categorical content analysis.
Results:
the pandemic scenario caused alterations in the work process, necessitating abrupt adaptations, and led to detrimental impacts on the health of professionals and tuberculosis control actions, which were reduced or discontinued.
Final Considerations:
there was evident unpreparedness and a lack of resources from various governmental levels and health services to handle the public health emergency situation without severe harm to the provision of essential services.
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12-13-2024
Training of Brazilian indigenous nurses: between human rights, valuing diversity and inclusion
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230430
Abstract
Training of Brazilian indigenous nurses: between human rights, valuing diversity and inclusion
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230430
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0430
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Objectives:
to analyze the possibilities and potential of training indigenous nurses, given the Brazilian Health System (SUS), understanding the relationships between education and health.
Methods:
theoretical-reflective study, based on scientific literature, aligned with the experience, critical thinking of its authors and the Sustainable Development Goals in Brazil.
Results:
this text articulates three axes: Potential for including indigenous students in nursing training; Paths to achieving equity through inclusion and retention policies for indigenous students at different levels; and Implications of this for the SUS and global health.
Final Considerations:
indigenous students, beneficiaries of affirmative actions, face challenges of inclusion and retention in public universities that directly impact their academic training. Added to this are the difficulties identified in basic education, professor training and implementation of permanence policies, with consequences for services and training at other levels.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-13-2024
Interobserver agreement in Reception and Risk Stratification in Obstetrics implementation
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230361
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEInterobserver agreement in Reception and Risk Stratification in Obstetrics implementation
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230361
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0361
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Objectives:
to analyze interobserver agreement in the Reception and Risk Stratification in Obstetrics protocol implementation.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study carried out during Reception and Risk Stratification in Obstetrics implementation, conducted in a tertiary hospital in southern Brazil with 891 participants in January 2020. Descriptive and interobserver agreement analysis was carried out using the Kappa coefficient in the risk stratification assigned by the triage nurse and reviewed by the researcher.
Results:
around half of the calls (55.6%) were stratified as not very urgent (green), followed by urgent (yellow) (31.8%), very urgent (orange) (9.3%), not urgent (blue) (3.4%) and no emerging stratification (red). Agreement analysis of revised stratification found Kappa values of 0.20 (blue), 0.54 (green), 0.77 (yellow) and 0.80 (orange).
Conclusions:
most appointments were non-urgent. The agreement analysis between the revised and assigned risk stratification revealed greater interobserver agreement as the priority level increased.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-13-2024
Adaptation and implementation of a Nursing care protocol for children in the Amazon Region
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230245
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEAdaptation and implementation of a Nursing care protocol for children in the Amazon Region
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230245
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0245
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Objectives:
to describe the process of implementing an adapted protocol for pediatric nursing care in a health unit located in a municipality in the Amazon Region.
Methods:
methodological research conducted in a basic health unit with four family health teams in the state of Rondônia, involving seven nursing professionals. Data collection occurred between October 2020 and April 2022, following the research phases: situational diagnosis, exploratory phase, protocol definition, implementation, and evaluation.
Results:
the outcome was the adaptation and implementation of a nursing care protocol for children.
Final Considerations:
the adaptation and implementation process can be an effective approach to improving care, strengthening nursing as a profession with a solid foundation in scientific and clinical evidence. This facilitates early problem identification and appropriate guidance, leading to better health outcomes for children.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-13-2024
Nurses’ experiences in caring for people with mental health problems hospitalized due to clinical comorbidities
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230136
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ORIGINAL ARTICLENurses’ experiences in caring for people with mental health problems hospitalized due to clinical comorbidities
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(5):e20230136
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0136
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Objectives:
to understand nurses’ experiences in caring for people with mental health problems hospitalized due to clinical comorbidities in non-psychiatric Inpatient Units.
Methods:
qualitative study, guided by Alfred Schutz’s social phenomenology. Sixteen phenomenological interviews were conducted. The content was analyzed and discussed based on the literature, through the composition of three categories of analysis.
Results:
three categories emerged in the study: Challenges in care faced by nurses; Fragmented care action; and Ideal care. The disarticulation of the clinic was revealed, as described by nurses, showing care as an action far removed from the comprehensiveness of a person. Nurses’ performance is guided predominantly by biomedical reference, disregarding appreciation of subjectivity.
Final Considerations:
it was observed that nurses attribute the responsibility for patient care to factors external to their life-world, when, in fact, these aspects should be components that help them in comprehensive care construction.
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REVIEW11-29-2024
Assessment of knowledge in oncology about care for transgender people: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230532
Abstract
REVIEWAssessment of knowledge in oncology about care for transgender people: a scoping review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230532
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0532
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Objective:
to identify evidence available in the literature on instruments and methodologies used to assess healthcare professionals’ knowledge about cancer care for the transgender population.
Methods:
a scoping review was conducted in seven databases, including studies that answered the question: what is the healthcare professionals’ level of knowledge about cancer care for the transgender population?
Results:
forty-one articles were selected that dealt specifically with healthcare professionals’knowledge in relation to care for the LGBTQIAPN+ population, especially the transgender population. Eighteen studies assessed patients’ perceptions of professionals’knowledge, whereas other studies used their own assessment tools, considering the global context of LGBTQIAPN+ health.
Conclusions:
there is no tested and validated instrument that assesses the knowledge about the transgender population’s oncological health, highlighting the need to construct and validate an instrument focused on this population’s needs.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE11-29-2024
Sleep quality of vulnerable elderly people: associated factors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230283
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ORIGINAL ARTICLESleep quality of vulnerable elderly people: associated factors
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230283
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0283
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Objective:
To identify factors associated with poor sleep quality in elderly dependent individuals in social vulnerability.
Method:
Cross-sectional study with 59 elderly dependent individuals assisted by Family Health Units in São Carlos/SP. The following tools were used: Katz Index, Lawton and Brody Scale, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Addenbrooke’s Cognitive Examination Revised, Fried’s Frailty Phenotype, Geriatric Depression Scale (15 items), Perceived Stress Scale, Family APGAR, Social Support Scale from the Medical Outcomes Study, and World Health Organization Quality of Life, abbreviated and “old” versions.
Results:
The majority of participants were women (52.5%), aged 60-74 years (71.1%), and had poor sleep quality (76.2%). Stress (OR=1.12; 95%CI=1.02-1.22) and polypharmacy (OR=7.39; 95%CI=1.22-44.73) increased the chances of poor sleep quality, while physical activity decreased these chances (OR=0.15; 95%CI=0.02-0.79).
Conclusion:
Stress and polypharmacy are associated with poor sleep quality in elderly dependent individuals.
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06-01-2015
Workers of CEASA: factors associated with fatigue and work ability
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):460-466
Abstract
Workers of CEASA: factors associated with fatigue and work ability
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):460-466
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680312i
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Objective:
to investigate the socio-demographic characteristics, lifestyle and health conditions related to fatigue and the work ability.
Method:
a cross-sectional study was conducted in 2011 and the sample was composed by 90 workers from the supply center of Campinas. Three questionnaires were used: Fatigue; Work ability index; and socio-demographic characteristics.
Results:
in the univariate regression analysis, the variables associated with work ability were: education, use of medicine, stress, pain in the last six months and pain in the last week. In univariate regression analysis the variables associated with fatigue were: education, stress, sleepiness, pain in the last six months, pain in the last week and health problems.
Conclusion:
these results indicate the need for health promotion program implementation among these workers.
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06-01-2015
Nursing Terminology defines domestic violence against children and adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):452-459
Abstract
Nursing Terminology defines domestic violence against children and adolescents
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):452-459
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680311i
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Objective:
Identifi cation of terminology relating to nursing practices aimed at children and adolescents at risk of domestic violence.
Methods:
bibliographic descriptive research which selected 40 articles from the Virtual Health Library on domestic violence against children and adolescents, its manifestations, causes, and consequences, in association with nursing procedures for its confrontation and prevention, and which also identifi ed terminology via computer tools.
Results:
17,365 terms that, after standardization and uniformity procedures, resulted in a listing of 915 terms.
Conclusion:
The terminology selected focused on the individual biopsychic nexus and the historic manifestation of this phenomenon was partially identifi ed in terms that appear less frequently in these articles, thereby explaining the contradiction between the formal identifi cation logic of such terminology and the dialectic logic that recognizes the historic reasons for, and dynamicity of, such phenomena.
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06-01-2015
Instrumento para avaliação de estilo de vida sedentário em pacientes com hipertensão
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):445-451
Abstract
Instrumento para avaliação de estilo de vida sedentário em pacientes com hipertensão
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):445-451
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680310i
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Objetivo:
este artículo describe la precisión diagnóstica del International Physical Activity Questionnaire en la identifi cación del diagnóstico enfermero Estilo de vida sedentario.
Método:
un estudio de precisión diagnóstica se desarrolló con 240 individuos con hipertensión arterial establecida. El análisis de precisión diagnóstica se basó en medidas de sensibilidad, especifi cidad, valores predictivos, razones de verosimilitud, efi ciencia, odds ratio diagnóstica, índice de Youden y área bajo la curva característica receptor-operador.
Resultados:
diferencias estadísticas entre los sexos se observaron para las actividades intensidad moderada y la actividad física total. La edad se correlacionó negativamente con la actividad de intensidad moderada y la actividad física total.
Conclusión:
el análisis del área bajo la curva característica receptor-operador para las actividades de intensidad moderada, de caminar, y la actividad física total mostró que el International Physical Activity Questionnaire presenta moderada capacidad para clasificar correctamente los sujetos con y sin el estilo de vida sedentario.
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06-01-2015
Instrument for evaluation of sedentary lifestyle in patients with high blood pressure
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):445-451
Abstract
Instrument for evaluation of sedentary lifestyle in patients with high blood pressure
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):445-451
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680310i
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Objective:
this article describes the diagnostic accuracy of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire to identify the nursing diagnosis of sedentary lifestyle.
Method:
a diagnostic accuracy study was developed with 240 individuals with established high blood pressure. The analysis of diagnostic accuracy was based on measures of sensitivity, specifi city, predictive values, likelihood ratios, effi ciency, diagnostic odds ratio, Youden index, and area under the receiver-operating characteristic curve.
Results:
statistical differences between genders were observed for activities of moderate intensity and for total physical activity. Age was negatively correlated with activities of moderate intensity and total physical activity.
Conclusion:
the analysis of area under the receiver-operating characteristic curve for moderate intensity activities, walking, and total physical activity showed that the International Physical Activity Questionnaire present moderate capacity to correctly classify individuals with and without sedentary lifestyle.
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06-01-2015
Potentialities and weaknesses in the care network of people with HIV/AIDS
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):438-444
Abstract
Potentialities and weaknesses in the care network of people with HIV/AIDS
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):438-444
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680309i
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Objective:
to understand the strengths and weaknesses in the care network of people with HIV/AIDS in a referral center in the state of Santa Catarina-SC.
Method:
participants were eight subjects and their care network, totaling 18 participants. Data were collected through interviews and examined by content analysis, theoretically supported by symbolic interaction.
Results:
the analysis resulted in the following categories: The network offering care to people with acquired immunodefi ciency syndrome, and Facing Barriers in care, which refl ect the strengths and weaknesses in the care network. The fi rst depicts the provision of emotional and humanized care, and the second a restricted network formed by health professionals and a family member.
Conclusion:
the professional care network is important, despite the increased number of assistances in a physical structure and amount of professionals who no longer meet the growing demand.
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06-01-2015
AIDS epidemic in the triple frontier: subsidies for professional practice
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):429-437
Abstract
AIDS epidemic in the triple frontier: subsidies for professional practice
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):429-437
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680308i
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Objective:
to analyze the AIDS epidemic trend from 1988 to 2012, in a tri-border area.
Method:
Ecological time-series study with data from the Department of informatics from the Brazilian Unifi ed Health System (SUS).
Results:
A total of 1427 cases of AIDS were registered, and 82.1% were aged 20-49 years and 56% in males. The relationship man/woman went from 9/1 to 1/1 and increased the number of cases among individuals with more years of education, also, people aged more than 50 years old the age group from 20 to 34 years old. The most common exposure category was heterosexual, significantly higher among women; on the other hand, drug injection use was associated with male gender.
Conclusion:
seeking to embrace the changes in the epidemiological scenario of AIDS, nursing professionals should implement intervention strategies for people identified as the most vulnerable to HIV infection.
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06-01-2015
The Informal Caregiver Burden Assessment Questionnaire: validation for Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):421-428
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The Informal Caregiver Burden Assessment Questionnaire: validation for Brazil
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):421-428
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680307i
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Objectives:
to analyze the dimensionality, convergent construct validity and internal consistency of the Informal Caregiver Burden Assessment Questionnaire (QASCI) after its semantic adaptation to Brazil.
Method:
this methodological study was developed with 132 informal caregivers of elders who are dependent of help for basic or instrumental activities of daily living, in a capital city in Northeast Brazil. Quality of life measures related to health, anxiety and depression were used in the analysis of the convergent construct validity of the QASCI.
Results:
the results of the instrument construct validation evidenced statistically signifi cant correlations with the three measures. The confi rmatory factor analysis evidenced good adjustment of the theoretical model of seven factors (domains) of the version used in the group studied. Cronbach’s alpha for the scale total was 0.92.
Conclusion:
the Brazilian version of the QASCI was considered to be valid and reliable for assessing the burden of informal elder caregivers.
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06-01-2015
Study of billing audits in a teaching hospital
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):414-420
Abstract
Study of billing audits in a teaching hospital
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(3):414-420
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680306i
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Objectives:
to determine which component items of hospital bills, examined by nurse auditors, were adjusted the most during pre-analysis; to identify the impact upon revenue caused by the adjustments to bills analyzed by physician and nurse auditors; and to identify disallowances related to items checked by the audit team.
Method:
quantitative, exploratory, descriptive, singlecase study.
Results:
after analysis of 2,613 bills, it was found that the item most included by nurses was gas (90.5%) and the most excluded was inpatient drugs (41.2%). Hemodynamics materials, gases and equipment had the greatest impact on upward adjustments. Downward adjustments were the result of improper entries on bills and did not generate revenue losses. Of total disallowances, 52.24% were related to the pre-analysis of nurses and 47.76% to that of physicians.
Conclusion:
this study of the pre-analysis process provides input that enhances knowledge about hospital bill audits.
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