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REVIEW10-18-2022
Decision making by health professionals during COVID-19: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210067
Abstract
REVIEWDecision making by health professionals during COVID-19: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210067
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0067
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Objective:
To analyze the scientific production on the decision making of health workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods:
Integrative review in the databases CINAHL, MEDLINE, Scopus, ScienceDirect, WoS, and BVS. Inclusion criteria: original articles available in full, in any language, related to the object investigated.
Results:
During this pandemic, health workers have been making decisions based on ethical/bioethical principles (utility, beneficence, non-maleficence, autonomy, justice, proportionality, flexibility, clinical prognosis, duration of the need, and fair health attention), values (solidarity, equality, equity, utilitarianism, relational autonomy, reliability, reciprocity, maximization of the benefits and resources, and prioritization of those in worse conditions), beliefs and personal motivation, protocols, directives, tools, algorithms, recommendations, and criteria.
Final considerations:
Decision making has never been so necessary as in this pandemic. This article is not a recipe for the professionals, since decision making is based on numerous factors. However, it provides them with a foundation that can be helpful in this difficult process.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-18-2022
Nursing professionals’ biosafety in confronting COVID-19
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20201104
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLENursing professionals’ biosafety in confronting COVID-19
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20201104
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-1104
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Objective:
To investigate the nursing professionals’ biosecurity in confronting COVID-19.
Methods:
This is a Survey type study. Nursing professionals were invited via messaging apps, using self-applied data collection forms. The sample selection (n=693) was non-probabilistic. A descriptive data analysis was conducted.
Results:
considering the biosafety aspects in facing COVID-19, 79.0% of the participants had not received training or considered it insufficient, 69.3% reported the lack of personal protective equipment during work, and 81.8% did not feel safe with the internal flux adaptations for handling COVID-19 cases.
Conclusion:
Continuous and effective nursing team training and personal protective equipment availability are necessary, as well as internal flow adjustments for attending suspected or confirmed cases.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-18-2022
Crisis, work and nursing: an ethnographic narrative of the coronavirus pandemic in Primary Care in Spain
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210069
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLECrisis, work and nursing: an ethnographic narrative of the coronavirus pandemic in Primary Care in Spain
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75:e20210069
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0069
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Objective:
to narrate the experience of facing a long economic and political crisis and the experience of the arrival process of the coronavirus pandemic in a Spanish healthcare center.
Methods:
this is a descriptive qualitative study with ethnographic analysis, with data collection through interviews, participant observation and field diary records.
Results:
the immersion in the context allowed us to identify two axes of domain: “The crisis, work in the community and the territory in Primary Care”; “The inevitability of being a nurse in facing a health crisis”.
Final considerations:
the narrative portrays the ethics in field research, tensions and values of nursing work in crisis situations. Nurses’ experiences are presented in narratives of dissatisfaction and difficulties, but with the support of values related to guaranteeing assistance to users and cooperation and solidarity in the collective organization of workers to face the COVID-19 crisis.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-17-2022
Construction and validation of clinical scenarios for training informal caregivers of dependent persons
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20220140
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEConstruction and validation of clinical scenarios for training informal caregivers of dependent persons
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20220140
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0140
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Objective:
To construct and validate three clinical scenarios for training dependent persons’ informal caregivers.
Methods:
Methodological study, conducted between January and August 2021, in a municipality in the northwest of the state of Paraná. It was developed in two stages: construction of scenarios; and content validation by experts (n = 12). To estimate the degree of agreement between the experts, the content validity index was used, and 80% was considered an acceptable rate of agreement.
Results:
The simulation scenarios proved appropriate, obtaining an average value of 91.6%. However, some adjustments were made in their organization pertaining clarity in the wording of guidelines, as suggested by the expert validators.
Conclusions:
The construction and validation of the clinical scenarios proved to be adequate and relevant for use in the training of informal caregivers of dependent persons.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-17-2022
Semantic validation of educational technology with caregivers of children and adolescents undergoing chemotherapy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20220294
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLESemantic validation of educational technology with caregivers of children and adolescents undergoing chemotherapy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20220294
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0294
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Objective:
Semantically validate an educational technology with the caregiver of children and adolescents undergoing chemotherapy.
Method:
Methodological study, with a quantitative approach, guided by the theoretical framework of psychometry, developed between March and April 2022, with nine caregivers of children and adolescents undergoing chemotherapy. Educational technology is a digital animation film about the pediatric chemotherapy treatment process, used as a tool for health education.
Results:
In the reliability assessment, the Intraclass Correlation Coefficient was 0.936 [95%CI 0.868-0.984] with p < 0.05 and Cronbach’s alpha of 0.943, demonstrating satisfactory internal consistency. Regarding the semantic analysis, the domains related to objectives, organization, language, appearance, and motivation showed an agreement rate above 80%.
Conclusion:
Educational technology showed satisfactory rates, proving to be a valid, reliable, and important instrument to be used by caregivers of children and adolescents undergoing chemotherapy.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-17-2022
Validation of the Brazilian Portuguese version of the Venous International Assessment Scale and proposal of revision
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20220100
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEValidation of the Brazilian Portuguese version of the Venous International Assessment Scale and proposal of revision
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20220100
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0100
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Objective:
To validate the Brazilian Portuguese translation and analyze the cultural adaptation of the Venous International Assessment Scale.
Methods:
Observational study by employing the Delphi technique and an equivalence evaluation by experts. The results were analyzed using item scores and by content validity index calculations of item, scale, and universal agreement.
Results:
Three rounds of evaluation were necessary for consensus. Explanatory contents were incorporated into the original scale throughout the process, resulting in a new version: VIA Scale – Revised. This scale obtained a content validity index of 0.96 and a universal agreement of 0.78. In the cross-cultural adequacy analysis phase, a score of 0.77 was obtained. The majority (90.5%) of the participants judged the scale’s decision support property as positive.
Conclusion:
The VIA Scale was validated and culturally adapted to the Brazilian Portuguese language, resulting in the VIA Scale – Revised (VIA-R).
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-17-2022
Serial album on Continuous Insulin Infusion System as an innovative educational technology in diabetes
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20210277
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLESerial album on Continuous Insulin Infusion System as an innovative educational technology in diabetes
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(5):e20210277
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0277
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Objective:
to build and validate a serial album content and appearance on insulin therapy using a Continuous Infusion System.
Method:
a methodological study, carried out in three stages in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil, from August to November 2018. The serial album construction and content and appearance validity were carried out by experts, and assessment, by the target audience. Content Validity Index and Concordance Index were calculated.
Results:
the judges considered the serial album content and appearance to be valid, which means that the material is suitable as an educational technology. Experts suggested adjustments, incorporated into the material for print production of the final version. The target audience also assessed the serial album positively.
Conclusion:
we realized that the serial album was considered an innovative educational technology in diabetes, valuable for promoting knowledge about Continuous Insulin Infusion System, with rich, updated content, combined with clarity, suitable format and explanatory illustrations.
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10-17-2022
COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign: Fake News Infodemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(4):e750401
Abstract
COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign: Fake News Infodemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2022;75(4):e750401
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167.2022750401
Views0Globalization has reached the 21st century in the same harmony and dissemination as social networks, similar or correlated with the digital/virtual world as a source of information and advice on Brazilian and international public health. Therefore, people contaminated the cybernetic communication process with various information, true and/or false, causing what is known today as infodemic.Fake […]See more
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EXPERIENCE REPORT01-01-2017
Focus group on qualitative research: experience report
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(2):424-429
Abstract
EXPERIENCE REPORTFocus group on qualitative research: experience report
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(2):424-429
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0091
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Objective:
to report the experience of applying the focus group technique for production of data in qualitative research.
Method:
four group sessions were held from May to June 2015, with the participation of professionals from the public sector of PHC and from specialized service.
Results:
the way focus group was developed is described in steps: planning, recruitment, ambience, group sessions, and evaluation.
Conclusion:
we highlight that the focus group, as a technique to produce data in collective space, can contribute not only to the construction of knowledge in Nursing, but also to the research approach with the assistance practice.
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RESEARCH01-01-2017
Guide of attributes of the nurse’s political competence: a methodological study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(3):526-534
Abstract
RESEARCHGuide of attributes of the nurse’s political competence: a methodological study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2017;70(3):526-534
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2016-0483
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Objective:
To build and validate a guide of attributes of the nurse’s political competence.
Method:
Methodological research. This study comprised the construction of the instrument through literature review; experts validation of pre-established attributes for composing the guide; and clinical validation in the nurses work environment/reality. The data collection took place in the months from August to October 2014, and the analysis was based on the content analysis of Bardin and use of Epi info 3.5. All ethical precepts have been complied with.
Results:
From 29 attributes found in the literature, 25 have been validated by experts. Clinical/practical validation involved the participation of 43 nurses, who observed that the attributes are not articulated with the professional practices developed by them.
Conclusion:
The attributes of the nurse’s political competence were identified with support of literature. It is concluded that the professionals still have limited and fragmented perception of political competence, expressing difficulty/limitation.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE10-09-2023
Independent and combined effects of lifestyle behaviors on adolescent health-related quality of life
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(4):e20220780
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEIndependent and combined effects of lifestyle behaviors on adolescent health-related quality of life
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(4):e20220780
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0780
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Objective:
To investigate the independent and combined effects of lifestyle behaviors, including physical activity, sedentary behavior, sleep duration and food intake, in the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of Brazilian adolescents.
Methods:
Cross-sectional school-based study, with the participation of 306 adolescents aged 14 to 18 years. A questionnaire was applied with structured questions to collect lifestyle behaviors data. Perception of the HRQoL was identified using the Kidscreen-27. The study used covariance analysis and linear regression models for statistical analysis.
Results:
Adolescents who reported ≤ 2 hours/day of screen-based sedentary behavior and sleep duration equivalent to 8-10 hours/night presented significantly higher HRQoL. Adolescents who reported joint adherence ≥ 3 healthy lifestyle behaviors demonstrated approximately two [OR=2.12] to three times [OR=3.04] more chance of presenting higher perceptions of HRQoL.
Conclusion:
Although healthy lifestyle behaviors had a positive independent effect on HRQoL, joint adherence to healthy behaviors enhances the cumulative effect.
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12-04-2023
Sleep quality of nurses who worked in coping with COVID-19: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(6):e20230007
Abstract
Sleep quality of nurses who worked in coping with COVID-19: an integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76(6):e20230007
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0007
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Objective:
to analyze sleep quality of nurses who worked coping with COVID-19 in scientific evidence.
Methods:
an integrative review, carried out in seven databases, including studies between December 2021 and June 2022, without language restrictions. The sample consisted of 15 primary studies.
Results:
nurses working in hospital, intensive care, outpatient care and teaching institutions constitute a vulnerable group for sleep disorders: latency, duration, efficiency and quality. The disorders identified involved insomnia at varying levels of severity: daytime dysfunction and morning sleepiness. Night work and low capacity for self-care were determinants of impaired sleep patterns.
Final considerations:
the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to greater vulnerability of nurses to changes in sleep, requiring strategies for risk management and well-being promotion.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
Care for older adults with disabilities in Long Term Care Facility
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220767
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLECare for older adults with disabilities in Long Term Care Facility
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220767
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0767
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Objective:
to analyze the constitution of care offered to older adults with disabilities, from Long Term Care Facility professionals’ perspective.
Methods:
this is a discourse analysis based on the post-structuralist framework. Participants in this study are professionals involved in the care for older adults, totaling 14 respondents, 13 women and one man.
Results:
from professionals’ perspective, there is a fine line between caring for older adults with disabilities and maintaining their autonomy. Care in which autonomy is restricted predisposes older adults to a process of dependency.
Final considerations:
caring for older adults with disabilities constitutes the challenge between caring and maintaining independence. Thus, older adult-centered care should be taken as a premise so that their individualities are respected.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-08-2023
Polypharmacy, potentially inappropriate medications and associated factors among older adults with hypertension in primary care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220785
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ORIGINAL ARTICLEPolypharmacy, potentially inappropriate medications and associated factors among older adults with hypertension in primary care
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20220785
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0785
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Objective:
to identify the prevalence and associations of polypharmacy and potentially inappropriate medication use among older adults with hypertension treated in primary care.
Methods:
a cross-sectional study carried out with older adults with hypertension treated at a Family Health Strategy unit. Data collection included analysis of medical records, interviews and multidimensional assessment of older adults. Socio-demographic information and clinical variables were collected. Statistical analysis was performed by multiple logistic regression.
Results:
polypharmacy prevalence was 38.09%, and potentially inappropriate medication (PIM), 28.57%. There was a significant association between polypharmacy and PIM use, altered sleep and ethnicity. PIM use was associated with polypharmacy, worse family functioning, and absence of a caregiver. Cognitive decline reduces the prevalence of these medications.
Conclusions:
polypharmacy and PIM use among older adults with hypertension represent a problem in this population, especially among the most vulnerable.
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REVIEW12-08-2023
Educational technologies used to promote self-care for people with diabetes mellitus: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230049
Abstract
REVIEWEducational technologies used to promote self-care for people with diabetes mellitus: integrative review
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2023;76:e20230049
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0049
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Objective:
To summarize the scientific productions that used educational technologies to promote self-care for people with diabetes.
Method:
Integrative review carried out from October 2022 to January 2023, in the databases: LILACS; Scopus; Embase; PubMed/MEDLINE and CINAHL. The search was paired, and the sample consisted of ten articles. The levels of evidence were analyzed by the Hierarchy of Evidence for Intervention Studies, and the results were synthesized for interpretation of the findings.
Results:
The educational technologies identified to promote self-care were: mobile applications, interactive platforms, print, telemonitoring, video and simulation. The focus of the contents was on the promotion of foot care, prevention of neuropathy, self-management, knowledge, and expectation of people with diabetes and prevention of acute complications.
Conclusion:
The synthesis of knowledge about educational technologies to promote self-care for people with diabetes pointed to the need for robust evidence.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE05-03-2024
What is the burden of multimorbidity and the factors associated with its occurrence in elderly Brazilians?
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20220809
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEWhat is the burden of multimorbidity and the factors associated with its occurrence in elderly Brazilians?
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2024;77(1):e20220809
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0809
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Objective:
To estimate the prevalence of multimorbidity in elderly people and its association with sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle, and anthropometry.
Methods:
This was a cross-sectional study using data from the National Health Survey, 2019. A total of 22,728 elderly individuals from all 27 Brazilian states were randomly selected. Poisson regression models with robust variance were employed, and a significance level of 5% was adopted.
Results:
The prevalence of multimorbidity was 51.6% (95% CI: 50.4-52.7), with the highest estimates observed in the South and Southeast. Multimorbidity was associated with being female (aPR = 1.33; 95% CI: 1.27-1.39), being 80 years old or older (aPR = 1.12; 95% CI: 1.05-1.19), having low education (aPR = 1.16; 95% CI: 1.07-1.25), past cigarette use (aPR = 1.16; 95% CI: 1.11-1.21), insufficient physical activity (aPR = 1.13; 95% CI: 1.06-1.21), and screen use for 3 hours or more per day (aPR = 1.13; 95% CI: 1.08-1.18).
Conclusion:
Multimorbidity affects more than half of the elderly population in Brazil and is associated with social, demographic, and behavioral factors.
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EXPERIENCE REPORT04-09-2020
Implementation of an Artificial Intelligence Algorithm for sepsis detection
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(3):e20180421
Abstract
EXPERIENCE REPORTImplementation of an Artificial Intelligence Algorithm for sepsis detection
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(3):e20180421
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0421
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Objectives:
to present the nurses’ experience with technological tools to support the early identification of sepsis.
Methods:
experience report before and after the implementation of artificial intelligence algorithms in the clinical practice of a philanthropic hospital, in the first half of 2018.
Results:
describe the motivation for the creation and use of the algorithm; the role of the nurse in the development and implementation of this technology and its effects on the nursing work process.
Final Considerations:
technological innovations need to contribute to the improvement of professional practices in health. Thus, nurses must recognize their role in all stages of this process, in order to guarantee safe, effective and patient-centered care. In the case presented, the participation of the nurses in the technology incorporation process enables a rapid decision-making in the early identification of sepsis.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-27-2019
Caring for the carer: quality of life and burden of female caregivers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(3):728-736
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLECaring for the carer: quality of life and burden of female caregivers
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(3):728-736
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0334
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Objective:
To assess the quality of life and the burden of female caregivers.
Method:
Descriptive, cross-sectional, quantitative study carried out with 224 informal caregivers from March to July 2016. Three instruments were used: a characterization form for the caregiver, the WHOQOL-Bref questionnaire and the Zarit Burden Interview. The following tests were used: Cronbach’s Alpha, Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Kruskal-Wallis, Spearman and Mann-Whitney.
Results:
The mean age of caregivers was 51.8 years with a standard deviation of 13.7. They were predominantly married, had a low income and low level of education, were first-degree relatives, had been providing care for one to five years and presented some pathology. The associations of quality of life that presented statistical significance were: income, marital status, number of people living with the caregiver and time of care.
Conclusion:
The burden was negatively correlated with QOL, that is, the greater the burden, the more impaired will be the life of these caregivers.
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REVIEW03-24-2021
Development of clinical competence in nursing in simulation: the perspective of Bloom’s taxonomy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(1):e20200135
Abstract
REVIEWDevelopment of clinical competence in nursing in simulation: the perspective of Bloom’s taxonomy
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2021;74(1):e20200135
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0135
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Objectives:
to investigate the scientific evidence on the use of Bloom’s taxonomy for developing competence in nursing professionals and students in clinical simulation.
Methods:
integrative review of the National Library of Medicine (NLM), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), Latin American and Caribbean Literature in Health Sciences (LILACS), Web of Science and SCOPUS databases, using the Rayyan application.
Results:
a total of 871 studies were identified; four composed the sample. The development of clinical competence occurred through the coordination of knowledge, skills, and attitudes. To develop the cognitive domain, the objectives of knowledge and comprehension of the Bloom’s taxonomy were mobilized. The psychomotor domain required development of the skills demanded by the proposed clinical care. The affective domain was developed through will and motivation to learn.
Conclusions:
it is possible to develop clinical competence in nursing by adopting Bloom’s taxonomy in each phase of clinical simulation.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE06-27-2019
Package of menthol measures for thirst relief: a randomized clinical study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(3):600-608
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPackage of menthol measures for thirst relief: a randomized clinical study
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72(3):600-608
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0057
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Objective:
To evaluate the effectiveness of the menthol package (lip hydration and ice popsicles) compared to a package of non-menthol measures (lip hydration and ice popsicles) as a way to relieve thirst in patients in the Anesthetic Recovery Room.
Method:
Randomized and parallel trial study, with 120 patients randomized patients in an experimental group – menthol measurements (n=59) and control group – measures without menthol (n = 61).
Results:
There was a significant (p<0.05) decrease in intensity, hydration, dryness and taste in the oral cavity between the three moments of assessment/intervention in the two groups. The difference was significant in the experimental group for thirst intensity at the second assessment/intervention point (p<0.05) after a single administration of the menthol package.
Conclusion:
There was a reduction in thirst intensity in both groups. Patients who received menthol packages showed a significant decrease in intensity after a single evaluation/intervention time. NCT: 02869139.
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03-27-2020
Coronavirus 2020
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(2):e2020n2
Abstract
Coronavirus 2020
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73(2):e2020n2
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020730201
Views0Emerging and reemerging infectious diseases are constant challenges for public health worldwide. Recent cases of pneumonia of unknown cause in Wuhan, China, have led to the discovery of a new type of Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), which are enveloped RNA viruses, commonly found in humans, other mammals and birds, capable of causing respiratory, enteric, hepatic, and neurological […]See more -
ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-04-2020
Pressure injury related to the use of personal protective equipment in COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200670
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEPressure injury related to the use of personal protective equipment in COVID-19 pandemic
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2020;73:e20200670
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2020-0670
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Objective:
To describe the prevalence and factors associated with pressure injuries related to the use of personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods:
Cross-sectional study conducted using an instrument made available in social networks with 1,106 health professionals. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and compared, considering pvalue < 0.05.
Results:
There was a prevalence of 69.4% for pressure injuries related to the use of personal protective equipment, with an average of 2.4 injuries per professional. The significant factors were: under 35 years of age, working and wearing personal protective equipment for more than six hours a day, in hospital units, and without the use of inputs for protection.
Conclusion:
Pressure injuries related to the use of medical devices showed a high prevalence in this population. The recognition of the damage in these professionals makes it possible to advance in prevention strategies.
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE12-13-2019
Accessibility of children with special health needs to the health care network
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:65-71
Abstract
ORIGINAL ARTICLEAccessibility of children with special health needs to the health care network
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:65-71
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2017-0899
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Objective:
To know how children with special health needs access the health care network.
Method:
This is a qualitative research of descriptive-exploratory type, developed using semi-structured interviews mediated by the Talking Map design. Participants were 19 family caregivers of these children in two Brazilian municipalities. Data were submitted to inductive thematic analysis.
Results:
Difficulties were mentioned from the diagnosis moment to the specialized follow-up, something represented by the itinerary of the c hild and his/her family in the search for the definition of the medical diagnosis and the access to a specialized professional; a gap between the children’s needs and the care offered was observed in primary health care.
Conclusion:
The access of children with special health needs is filled with obstacles such as slowness in the process of defining the child’s diagnosis and referral to a specialist. Primary health care services were replaced by care in emergency care units.
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REVIEW12-05-2019
Vulnerability of the elderly: a conceptual analysis
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:337-344
Abstract
REVIEWVulnerability of the elderly: a conceptual analysis
Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2019;72:337-344
DOI 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0728
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Objective:
To analyze the concept of vulnerability of the elderly.
Method:
A concept analysis, according to the method proposed by Walker and Avant, operationalized through integrative review through search in scientific data portals using the
Descriptors:
Health vulnerability, aged, health services for the aged, health of the elderly, vulnerable populations and geriatric health services. To compose the literary corpus, 36 studies were selected.
Results:
Concept antecedents, as well as its attributes, were identified in individual, social and programmatic characteristics, which make up the characteristics of “vulnerability of the elderly”, besides consequences of the phenomenon. These characteristics were analyzed with emphasis on aspects that contribute to the process of vulnerability of the elderly.
Conclusion:
The study demonstrated the multidimensionality of the phenomena studied, highlighting the peculiarities of vulnerability during aging. However, there is a need for further studies on the construct.
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