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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Risk classification in pediatrics: development and validation of a guide for nurses
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):913-922
Abstract
RESEARCHRisk classification in pediatrics: development and validation of a guide for nurses
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):913-922
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680521i
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Objective:
to develop and validate a short guide for the protocol to user embracement with risk classification in pediatrics.
Method:
methodological study developed in two stages: development of the guide, and face and content validation. The development involved the stratification of the protocol contents into five risk indicators according to the level of complexity; subsequently it was submitted to validation by nine experts divided in two groups: professors who were also researchers, and nurses.
Results:
in the face validation the experts considered the 25 items of the guide clear and understandable, with agreement levels above 70%. In the content validation, 17 (68%) items were considered relevant by 88.9% of the experts. The eight items considered irrelevant were changed according to suggestions of the experts, yielding an overall content validity index of 0.98.
Conclusion:
the study resulted in a guide for the classification of risks in pediatrics that is valid to assess children in emergency services.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Components of social learning theory in a tool for teaching Nursing
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):906-912
Abstract
RESEARCHComponents of social learning theory in a tool for teaching Nursing
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):906-912
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680520i
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Objective:
to identify key components of the social learning theory in a computational tool to aid in teaching the reasoning process for the preparation of a nursing diagnosis.
Method:
qualitative study that analyzed the statements collected through a focus group of 18 teachers and students from two Brazilian nursing schools.
Results:
the themes were grouped into four categories related to the components of the theory and into 13 subcategories.
Conclusion:
the meaning of learning can be extended by the teacher’s didactics and corroborated by the relationship between systematization and reasoning. To learn by doing, some prerequisites are required as is a process of motivation and qualification, which are also inherent to learning by forming an identity in the group. In the feeling of belonging to a particular group, aspects related to the profession become visible as opposed to the aspects of belonging to a community of practice of learning.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Telephone call for post-discharge surveillance: validation and application of tool for video-assisted surgery
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):899-905
Abstract
RESEARCHTelephone call for post-discharge surveillance: validation and application of tool for video-assisted surgery
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):899-905
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680519i
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Objective:
to validate an instrument for post-discharge surveillance by telephone for video assisted surgeries.
Method:
a multi-method study with development, validation and application of the instrument. The validation was performed by experts considering the relevance, clarity and completeness of the contents in the calculation of the content validity index and valid questions that demonstrated 80% agreement. For the application of the instrument, the sample consisted of 68 women undergoing video-assisted surgery, and we conducted a descriptive analysis.
Results:
there was disagreement among experts in the first evaluation, and the instrument was redesigned obtaining agreement in the second evaluation. The response rate to the telephone contact was 88.2% (60/68). Complaints of abdominal pain, bleeding and incisional edema were more frequent. No patients presented with infection.
Conclusion:
the questionnaire was validated and applied and is available for use.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Managerial competences of coordinators of undergraduate nursing courses
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):890-898
Abstract
RESEARCHManagerial competences of coordinators of undergraduate nursing courses
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):890-898
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680518i
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Objective:
to analyze the experiences of how the managerial competences of coordinators, ideal and real, of undergraduate nursing course coordinators from the city of Belo Horizonte, Minais Gerais.
Method:
the theoretical framework presented a conceptual model of eight managerial roles (director, producer, monitor, coordinator, mentor, facilitator, broker and innovator) and three specific competences to the exercise of each one of them. Descriptive and qualitative research with 14 interviews conducted using semi-structured scripts, whose data were subjected to content analysis.
Results:
we highlighted the roles: mentor, director and facilitator as the most prominent, whose competences can be continually improved as a result of differentiated and permanent demands which the subject face, in addition to the natural ambiguities and contradictions of management function.
Conclusion:
the higher education institution can adjust their selection and evaluation processes for this position, including the difficulties of professional competences training required in the exercise of managerial function.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Participação familiar para a reabilitação de idosos com fratura de fêmur
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):883-889
Abstract
RESEARCHParticipação familiar para a reabilitação de idosos com fratura de fêmur
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):883-889
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680517i
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Objetivo:
verificar si el modo de cuidar adoptado por los cuidadores favoreció la recuperación de la independencia funcional de los ancianos con y sin la presencia de enfermedad en el sistema nervioso y trastornos mentales y comportamentales y si enfermedades interfirieron en la independencia funcional.
Método:
estudio trasversal, con seguimiento por 12 meses de 89 ancianos brasileños (≥ 60 años), sometidos a cirugía de fémur proximal y sus cuidadores familiares.
Resultados:
los scores de la Medida de Independencia Funcional disminuyeron 0,7 puntos por año vivido y, en el caso de enfermedad en el sistema nervioso y trastorno mental y comportamental, esa pérdida aumentó para 20,5 puntos. El incentivo a la deambulación aumentó 18,9, al autocuidado 12,8 y al ocio 11,5 puntos de la Medida de Independencia Funcional.
Conclusión:
se recomienda el incentivo al movimiento y a la deambulación, al autocuidado y a las actividades de ocio, principalmente en aquellos ancianos con enfermedades en el sistema nervioso y trastorno mental y comportamental.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Family participation to elderly rehabilitation with femoral fracture
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):883-889
Abstract
RESEARCHFamily participation to elderly rehabilitation with femoral fracture
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):883-889
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680517i
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Objective:
verify if the mode of care adopted by caregivers favored functional independence recovery by elderly with and without the presence of nervous system disease and mental and behavioral disorders; and, if disease interfered with their functional independence.
Method:
transversal study, with 12-month follow-up of 89 Brazilian elders (≥ 60 years) after proximal femoral surgery, and their family caregiver.
Results:
the Functional Independence Measure scores decreased by 0.7 points per year of life, and in the case of presenting nervous system disease and mental and behavioral disorders, this loss amounted to 20.5 points.
Conclusion:
The incentive to ambulate increased by 18.8 for self-care, 12.8 for self-care, and 11.5 for leisure activities on the Functional Independence Measure. Encouraging movement and ambulation, self-care and leisure activities, especially with those elderly with nervous system diseases and mental and behavioral disorders, is recommended.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
Absenteeism – illness of the nursing staff of a university hospital
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):876-882
Abstract
RESEARCHAbsenteeism – illness of the nursing staff of a university hospital
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):876-882
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680516i
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Objective:
to analyze absenteeism – illness of the nursing staff.
Method:
this was a retrospective study of a university hospital in the city of Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil, using a quantitative approach. Data were collected from functional records of the staff during the period from 2008 to 2012.
Results:
of 602 workers, 435 had 1574 medical certifi cates. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue, followed by mental and behavioral disorders were the major diseases for sick leave. The occupation with the highest number of medical certifi cates was the nursing technician. Females and the age group between 41-50 years prevailed in the sample. Ambulatory was the area with most frequent events, followed by the medical clinic and emergency room.
Conclusion:
absenteeism-illness affects the functioning of the service, the nursing staff and users, promoting work overload, and interfering in the quality of nursing care.
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RESEARCH01-01-2015
The nurse faced with early weaning in child nursing consultations
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):869-875
Abstract
RESEARCHThe nurse faced with early weaning in child nursing consultations
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2015;68(5):869-875
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2015680515i
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Objective:
analyze the role of the nurse regarding early weaning in children younger than 6 months old.
Method:
qualitative and descriptive study. The nurses who performed the study did nursing consultation to children programmatically in family health units in Cuiabá – Mato Grosso. Data were collected in January and February 2012, through participant observation of nursing consultations. For data analysis, content analysis was used.
Results:
that nurses, in most cases, used appropriate strategies for the management of common problems in breastfeeding, although some behaviors have not yet proven scientifi c evidence about the benefi ts and/or damage to its practice.
Conclusion:
nurses addressed important aspects of breastfeeding during consultations and worked for the promotion and resumption of exclusive breastfeeding.
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ERRATUM01-13-2024
ERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e2024n6e08
Abstract
ERRATUMERRATUM
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e2024n6e08
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.20247706e08
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ERRATUM01-13-2024
ERRATA
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e2024n6e07
Abstract
ERRATUMERRATA
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e2024n6e07
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.20247706e06pt
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE01-13-2024
Indicators associated with severity and mortality in hospitalized people with HIV: A retrospective cohort
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20240204
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEIndicators associated with severity and mortality in hospitalized people with HIV: A retrospective cohort
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20240204
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2024-0204
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Objectives:
to compare the sociodemographic and clinical severity indicators of hospitalized people with HIV in relation to clinical outcomes and urgent hospital admission.
Methods:
a retrospective cohort study was conducted with 102 medical records of HIV-infected individuals hospitalized in a hospital in southern Brazil. In addition to descriptive analysis, Fisher’s exact test, Pearson’s Chi-square, and logistic regression were used.
Results:
the data showed a significant direct effect on severity indicators in the following variables: male sex (p=0.013), skin color (p=0.023), level of education (p=0.000), urgent admissions (p=0.000), late diagnosis (p=0.001), diabetes mellitus (p=0.001), hypertension (p=0.004), kidney disease (p=0.002), high viral load (p=0.006), CD4+ count below 200 (p=0.005), fever (p=0.016), weight loss (p=0.013), co-infection with hepatitis C (p=0.004), and mortality (p=0.007).
Conclusions:
three sociodemographic and thirteen clinical markers were identified as being associated with the risk of clinical deterioration in hospitalized people with HIV.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE01-13-2024
Nurses’ perspectives on the use of telemonitoring in the management of people with diabetes and hypertension
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230481
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLENurses’ perspectives on the use of telemonitoring in the management of people with diabetes and hypertension
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230481
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0481
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Objectives:
to understand the perspective of nurses on the use of telemonitoring in the management of people with type 2 diabetes mellitus and arterial hypertension in primary care.
Methods:
this qualitative research involved sixteen nurses from eight municipalities in Paraná. Data were collected between November 2022 and January 2023 through inperson or remote interviews, which were audio-recorded and subjected to content analysis.
Results:
according to the nurses, telemonitoring enhances users’ knowledge about these conditions, communication and connection with the team, and productivity. However, the lack of electronic resources and equipment, high staff turnover, low user adherence, and the limited availability of professional time present significant challenges.
Final Considerations:
the effective implementation and operation of telemonitoring in the management of people with diabetes and hypertension involve both potential benefits and barriers. It is essential to have the availability of human and technological resources, managerial support, and the commitment of professionals and users.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE01-13-2024
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of nurses regarding blood culture collection
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230424
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEKnowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of nurses regarding blood culture collection
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230424
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0424
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Objectives:
to investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of nurses regarding blood culture collection.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study was conducted in five Brazilian public hospitals with 112 nurses. Data were collected using an adapted questionnaire and analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics.
Results:
nurses who did not consider themselves capable of collecting blood cultures had a 72% lower chance of performing the collection at the recommended site and an 83% lower chance of using the same needle for blood inoculation into the vials. Nurses working in the emergency department had a 75% lower chance of knowing the international benchmark for blood culture contamination rates, and those with less than 5 years in the position decreased their chance of accuracy in this matter by 79%.
Conclusions:
there are gaps in the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of nurses regarding blood culture collection. Standardization of the technique, periodic education, supervision and guidance of the collection team, and process auditing are recommended coping strategies.
Keywords:Blood CultureBlood Specimen CollectionHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeNursing CareQuality of Health CareSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE01-13-2024
Evaluation of care for people with HIV in Primary Health Care: construct validation
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230190
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEEvaluation of care for people with HIV in Primary Health Care: construct validation
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(6):e20230190
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0190
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Objectives:
to verify the construct validation of an instrument for evaluating care for people living with HIV in Primary Health Care.
Methods:
methodological study carried out in 2021 with 260 health professionals in Recife, PE. Validation based on the internal structure was carried out at this stage using exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, and validity based on item response theory.
Results:
the validation determined the retention of five factors and 63 items. The instrument’s internal consistency and quality of fit was 0.90, the Tukey-Lewis index was 0.915 and the comparative fit index was 0.918 in the confirmatory factor analysis. The indication for the absolute majority of items is adequate fit.
Conclusions:
the instrument has construct validity, making it possible to use it to evaluate the decentralization process and care for People Living with HIV in Primary Health Care.
Keywords:Acquired Immunodeficiency SyndromeComprehensive Health CareHIVPrimary Health CareProgram EvaluationSee more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE01-10-2024
Inventory of ethical problems in mobile pre-hospital care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230539
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEInventory of ethical problems in mobile pre-hospital care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77:e20230539
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0539
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Objective:
to construct and validate the content of an inventory of ethical problems experienced by nurses in mobile pre-hospital care.
Method:
a psychometric approach study, developed with the following stages: (1) instrument construction through a theoretical matrix based on deliberative bioethics, scoping review and online qualitative research; (2) content validity by judges; (3) pre-testing with Mobile Emergency Care Service nurses in various Brazilian states. For content validity analysis, the Content Validity Ratio was calculated (CVR>0.45 for judges and CVR>0.35 for the target population).
Results:
the instrument had 44 items, distributed across four dimensions.
Final considerations:
the constructed instrument presented sources of evidence of content validity, providing good psychometric measurements and constituting a useful tool for nurses’ practice in the pre-hospital setting.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Chronic hepatitis B and D: prognosis according to Child-Pugh score
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1048-1053
Abstract
RESEARCHChronic hepatitis B and D: prognosis according to Child-Pugh score
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1048-1053
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0205
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Objective:
compare chronic hepatitis B patients to those superinfected with hepatitis D virus, according to Child-Pugh score regarding disease severity.
Method:
retrospective descriptive study, performed with 59 patients followed in the ambulatory, of which 22 (37.3%) were chronically infected with hepatitis B virus (Group HBV) and 37 (62.7%) superinfected with Delta virus (Group HBV+HDV); variables of sex, age and items of Child-Pugh score were collected by consulting medical records.
Results:
out of the patients, 57.6% were male, with a mean age of 30.5 years. Score A, which indicates lesser severity, was found in 100% of group HBV and 78.4% of group HBV+HDV. Score B, which indicates greater severity, was found only in group HBV+HDV in 21.6% of the patients.
Conclusion:
by means of the Child-Pugh score, it was observed that patients with superinfection by HDV tended to present a worse prognosis.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Humanization in the Intensive Care: perception of family and healthcare professionals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1040-1047
Abstract
RESEARCHHumanization in the Intensive Care: perception of family and healthcare professionals
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1040-1047
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0281
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Objective:
Understanding perceptions of family members and healthcare professionals about humanization at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to direct it to an educational action.
Method:
Exploratory descriptive and qualitative study conducted in an ICU level 3 of a public hospital in Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil, with fourteen subjects, eight family members and six healthcare professionals. Data collection carried out through semi-structured interviews and focus group. Content Analysis was used.
Results:
Emerged categories were: welcoming; communication; ethical and sensible professionalism; unfavorable aspects; perception on humanization; and religiosity/spirituality.
Final considerations:
Although the subjects have expressed their perceptions about humanization in different ways, both groups pointed out the same needs and priorities to improve humanization in Intensive Care. From the results, we created a reflective manual of humanizing assistance practices for professionals, a board to facilitate communication of these professionals with patients and a guideline book for family members.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Knowledge of adolescents regarding sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1033-1039
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RESEARCHKnowledge of adolescents regarding sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1033-1039
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0531
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Objective:
To investigate the knowledge of adolescents related to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), AIDS, and pregnancy, and understand the role of school in sex education.
Method:
A qualitative descriptive study, developed through a semi-structured interview and a form for participant characterization, with 22 high school students from a public school aged 16 to 19 years. Data were submitted to content analysis.
Results:
After analysis, four thematic categories were developed: sexuality and sex education; understanding of risk behaviors; knowledge of STI/AIDS; and knowledge of and practices for prevention.
Final considerations:
This study showed the need for preventive educational actions for adolescents, because the lack of information contributes to their vulnerability. The adolescents recognize the importance of sex education; therefore it is important to implement strategies to promote and protect health in the school environment to encourage and strengthen self-care in health.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Care necessities: the view of the patient and nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1026-1032
Abstract
RESEARCHCare necessities: the view of the patient and nursing team
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1026-1032
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0197
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Objectives:
To compare care necessities as perceived by the patient and nursing team and to investigate the sociodemographic factors associated with these perceptions.
Method:
A comparative study was conducted in units and hospitalized patients of a hospital institution in the state of São Paulo. The participants comprised 100 health professionals (50 nurses and 50 nursing technicians and auxiliaries) and 50 patients. A questionnaire was constructed and validated regarding care needs and was completed by the participants.
Results:
Considering cut-off value kappa ≥ 0.61, or that is, good and very good intervals, the greatest agreement between the perception of the patients and the nursing team was in the areas of: Care and Communication, both with 92.6% agreement; followed by Basic Care with 74.1%. The lowest value was found in the field of Care Planning and Organization, 64.3%.
Conclusion:
In a general manner, there was an agreement between the care needs from the view of the patients themselves and the nursing team.
Keywords:Determination of Healthcare NecessitiesEvaluation in NursingHospitalized PatientsNursing CareQuality of HealthcareSee more -
RESEARCH01-01-2017
Critical incidents connected to nurses’ leadership in Intensive Care Units
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1018-1025
Abstract
RESEARCHCritical incidents connected to nurses’ leadership in Intensive Care Units
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1018-1025
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0137
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Objective:
The goal of this study is to analyze nurses’ leadership in intensive care units at hospitals in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, in the face of positive and negative critical incidents.
Method:
Exploratory, descriptive study, conducted with 24 nurses by using the Critical Incident Technique as a methodological benchmark.
Results:
Results were grouped into 61 critical incidents distributed into categories. Researchers came to the conclusion that leadership-related situations interfere with IC nurses’ behaviors. Among these situations they found: difficulty in the communication process; conflicts in the daily exercise of nurses’ activities; people management; and the setting of high quality care targets.
Final considerations:
Researchers identified a mixed leadership model, leading them to the conclusion that nurses’ knowledge and practice of contemporary leadership theories/styles are crucial because they facilitate the communication process, focusing on behavioral aspects and beliefs, in addition to valuing flexibility. This positively impacts the organization’s results.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Cross-cultural adaptation and validation of the Moral Distress Scale-Revised for nurses
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1011-1017
Abstract
RESEARCHCross-cultural adaptation and validation of the Moral Distress Scale-Revised for nurses
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1011-1017
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0518
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Objective:
Cross-culturally adapt and validate the Moral Distress Scale-Revised for nurses.
Method:
Quantitative, analytical cross-sectional study conducted with 157 nurses of two hospital institutions of Southern Brazil, one public and one philanthropic. Procedures conducted: cultural adaptation of the instrument according to international recommendations; validation for the Brazilian context.
Results:
Face and content validation was considered satisfactory as assessed by a specialist committee and a pretest. The instrument demonstrated satisfactory internal consistency through frequency and intensity analysis per question in the 157 items and per subgroups of the various hospital units. Cronbach’s alpha was 0.88 for the instrument and between 0.76 and 0.94 for hospital units. Pearson’s correlation found a moderate association for moral distress among nurses.
Conclusion:
The Moral Distress Scale-Revised – Brazilian version is a valid instrument for the assessment of moral distress in nurses.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Sexual orientation and quality of life of people living with HIV/Aids
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1004-1010
Abstract
RESEARCHSexual orientation and quality of life of people living with HIV/Aids
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):1004-1010
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0420
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Objective:
To analyze whether sexual orientation affects the quality of life of people living with HIV/Aids (PLWHA).
Method:
A cross-sectional analytical study was carried out with 146 PLWHA in Teresina, capital city of the state of Piauí, in 2013, by means of the WHOQOL-HIV-bref. Descriptive analysis and multiple linear regression were used for data analysis.
Results:
There was a prevalence of men (63.7%), non-heterosexual (57.0%), aged between 19 and 39 years (89%). Of the total, 75.5% mentioned presence of negative feelings, such as fear and anxiety, and 38% reported have suffered stigma. With regard to the dimensions investigated, the most affected were “environment” and “level of independence”. Non-heterosexual orientation was negatively associated with quality of life in almost all dimensions.
Conclusion:
Living with HIV/Aids and having a non-heterosexual orientation have a negative impact on quality of life.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Prevention of chronic complications of diabetes mellitus according to complexity
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):996-1003
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RESEARCHPrevention of chronic complications of diabetes mellitus according to complexity
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(5):996-1003
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0080
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Objective:
To assess the prevention by primary health care providers of chronic complications of diabetes mellitus according to the complex thinking theoretical approach.
Method:
Evaluative research based on the complex thinking theoretical approach. The following techniques for data collection were used: interviews with 38 participants; observation in collective and individual appointments; and analysis of medical records of people with diabetes. The triangulation applied for data analysis was the ATLAS.ti software.
Results:
The prevention and management of chronic complications of diabetes did not meet the requirements set forth by ministerial public policies aimed at this population. Systematic monitoring to prevention of chronic complications showed significant gaps.
Final considerations:
Primary health care did not consider preventive actions for diabetes mellitus complications. This context was marked by disjunctive, fragmented, and dissociated practices types of care targeted to the totality of the assisted people.
Keywords:Assessment of Health ServicesChronic DiseaseComplications of DiabetesDiabetes MellitusPrimary Health CareSee more
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