Article
Nursing
Lola Rueda-Ruzafa, Carmen Ropero-Padilla, Cristofer Ruiz-Gonzalez, Miguel Rodriguez-Arrastia, Pablo Roman, Nuria Sanchez-Labraca
Summary: This study explored the experiences and perceptions of fourth-year nursing students in assessing and managing acute pesticide poisoning using a socio-environmental care approach. The findings suggest that this approach can provide students with realistic public health clinical experience and facilitate transformative learning and the development of global citizenship awareness.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Rita Pedrosa, Oscar Ferreira, Cristina Lavareda Baixinho
Summary: This study analyzed the nurses' perspective on transitional care for dependent people with rehabilitation care needs after hospital discharge. The results identified strategies to minimize fragmentation risk of care and promote the person's participation in transitional care.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Andrea Carson, Emma Stirling Cameron, Martha Paynter, Wendy Norman, Sarah Munro, Ruth Martin-Misener
Summary: This study explores the experiences of nurse practitioners in implementing medication abortion in Canada and identifies ways to further support their implementation. The findings indicate that nurse practitioners engage in educational, communication, and networking activities, while facing resistance from employers, colleagues, and funders. The study highlights the importance of integrating abortion services in primary care and making them more accessible to patients.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Hayato Kizaki, Daisuke Yamamoto, Hiroki Satoh, Kotaro Masuko, Hideyuki Maki, Yukari Konishi, Satoko Hori, Yasufumi Sawada
Summary: This study conducted interviews with staff involved in medication incidents in long-term care facilities in order to identify the causes of incidents related to medication assistance. Four categories of contributory factors were identified: individual resident factors, individual staff factors, team factors, and work environment factors. These findings are valuable for risk management in residential care facilities.
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Carmen Ropero-Padilla, Miguel Rodriguez-Arrastia, Adrian Martinez-Ortigosa, Pablo Salas-Medina, Ana Folch Ayora, Pablo Roman
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of innovative and flexible teaching strategies, with this study showing that the use of game elements in blended learning can not only enhance student engagement and learning outcomes, but also improve key clinical and teamwork-related skills.
NURSE EDUCATION TODAY
(2021)
Article
Nursing
F. B. A. L. Peerboom, T. B. Hafsteinsdottir, S. W. Weldam, L. Schoonhoven
Summary: This qualitative focus-group study explores the actions surgical nurses take in response to their worry when the 'National Early Warning Score 2' does not indicate deterioration. The findings reveal that nurses gather additional information, seek confirmation from others, and face barriers in calling for medical assistance. After gathering more information, nurses respond by applying nursing interventions to comfort the patient.
INTENSIVE AND CRITICAL CARE NURSING
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Mirko Prosen, Sabina Licen
Summary: This qualitative study explores the perceptions of newly graduated nurses on their new professional roles and competencies. The findings indicate a high level of commitment to the nursing profession after graduation and suggest areas of competencies that need more emphasis in the nursing curriculum.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Rieka von der Warth, Vanessa Kaiser, Christina Reese, Boris A. Bruehmann, Erik Farin-Glattacker
Summary: This study examines the implementation of CoCare in nursing homes in Germany, aiming to improve medical care coordination for elderly residents. Findings reveal barriers such as understaffing, bureaucracy, and structural issues, while communication and collaboration are identified as key facilitators. Stakeholders perceive CoCare as a team-building intervention with the potential to overcome existing challenges and improve care quality.
Article
Education & Educational Research
Dong Chen, Fang Liu, Chongkuan Zhu, Chunling Tai, Yuhuan Zhang, Xiaoyu Wang
Summary: Adding an escape room game-based learning activity in a Gerontological Nursing course can improve nursing students' learning attitude and game flow experience.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Jaehee Jeon, Sihyun Park
Summary: This study aimed to explore the essential elements for a virtual reality-based simulation program for hypovolemic shock nursing care through focus group interviews with experienced clinical nurses. Data analysis revealed five themes including nursing experience, patient prognosis, competence, scenario construction, and development direction. Participants suggested specific scenarios and VR-based training program directions based on their practical experience to engage nursing students in hypovolemic shock care.
Article
Oncology
Nadia C. W. Kamminga, Marlies Wakkee, Rianne J. De Bruin, Astrid. A. M. van der Veldt, Arjen Joosse, Suzan W. I. Reeder, Peter W. Plaisier, Tamar Nijsten, Marjolein Lugtenberg
Summary: The study reveals that there is a need for broader and personalized survivorship care for melanoma patients. Although few healthcare providers are familiar with survivorship care plans (SCPs), they see potential benefits in terms of patient self-management and providing up-to-date information. Successful implementation of SCPs requires personalization, integration into electronic health records, and sufficient funding for updates.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Jamie E. McCain, Linda Caissie, Jonathon Edwards, Grant Handrigan, Chris McGibbon, Jeffrey Hebert, Molly Gallibois, Kendra M. Cooling, Emily Read, Martin Senechal, Danielle R. Bouchard
Summary: Older adults in long-term care are often sedentary. A randomized clinical trial was conducted to explore the acceptability of a standing intervention called Stand If You Can (SIYC) among long-term care residents. The participants stood for a median of 53% of the offered intervention time and reported acceptability in various aspects. Standing is a simple and accepted intervention to reduce sedentary behavior in long-term care residents, as long as the burden is not perceived as too high.
Article
Nursing
Sharon Latimer, Jayne Hewitt, Carl de Wet, Trudy Teasdale, Brigid M. Gillespie
Summary: Nurses have a minor role in medication reconciliation at hospital discharge, but they contribute significantly to patient safety through coordinating healthcare teams, checking medications, and educating patients. Organizational support and collaborative teams increase nurses' willingness to participate in this activity.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Anja Egelund Hansen, Lene Lehmkuhl, Anne Hojager Nielsen
Summary: This study explored the critical care nursing staff's perception of patient involvement in care in the ICU. The findings suggest that the nurses consider patient involvement to be important and adjust care activities accordingly based on the patient's level of consciousness. Patient involvement is possible even when unconscious but requires different approaches.
NURSING IN CRITICAL CARE
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Svenja Nielsen, Sina Langensiepen, Murielle Madi, Maurice Elissen, Astrid Stephan, Gabriele Meyer
Summary: This study aims to explore the ethical risks and requirements of robotics in nursing care. Through focus groups and individual interviews with professional nurses, patients, and relatives, as well as analysis of existing literature, different ethical issues were identified, and a general open-mindedness towards the use of robots was observed among nurses, patients, and relatives.
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Paula Rocha, Cristina Lavareda Baixinho, Andrea Marques, Adriana Henriques
Summary: Ageing and physical frailty increase the vulnerability and risk of falling in older individuals due to decreased muscle and bone mass. It is estimated that one in ten falls in this age group results in a fracture, leading to a decline in health status and greater dependence. This study aims to identify evidence on interventions that promote the safety of older people with hip fracture after hospital discharge.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Soraia Filipa Nicola Martins Rodrigues, Helga Marilia da Silva Rafael Henriques, Maria Adriana Pereira Henriques
Summary: This research identified the needs of older persons waiting for elective open-heart surgery through qualitative exploratory design methodology and focus groups. The study found three themes: the need for health information, emotional support, and access to care.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Cristina Lavareda Baixinho, Carla Madeira, Silvia Alves, Maria Adriana Henriques, Maria dos Anjos Dixe
Summary: The present study explores the bio-physiological factors of falls among the older adult population and introduces prevention measures and personalized cognitive-behavioral strategies by investigating the safety and self-care practices of institutionalized older adults and their relationship with falls. The study found that the prevalence of falls among institutionalized older adults was 41.6%, with 38.3% being recurring episodes. Older adults with cognitive decline showed lower mean scores for safety practices.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Andreia Costa, David de Sousa Loura, Paulo Nogueira, Graca Melo, Idalina Gomes, Isabel Ferraz, Laura Viegas, Maria Adriana Henriques
Summary: This nurse-led research project aimed to assess informal caregivers' health literacy levels and associated factors in Lisbon county, as well as develop a local-specific health literacy strategy. The survey results showed that the majority of caregivers had sufficient health literacy levels, but had limited health literacy regarding health promotion. Caregivers with low health literacy levels tended to be older, have less education, and have limited knowledge of community resources, leading to decreased wellbeing.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Catarina Maia, Paulo Nogueira, Maria Adriana Henriques, Carla Farinha, Andreia Costa
Summary: This study analyzes the differences between Portugal and Denmark in terms of long-term informal care, specifically focusing on personal care received by older people. The findings indicate that older people from Portugal are more likely to receive long-term informal care from both non-household caregivers and household caregivers. Additionally, their availability to receive long-term informal care from non-household caregivers increases as they age and are from Portugal.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maria Adriana Henriques, David de Sousa Loura, Paulo Nogueira, Graca Melo, Idalina Gomes, Isabel Ferraz, Laura Viegas, Andreia Costa
Summary: The increasing overload of chronic conditions poses challenges for healthcare systems. Informal caregivers play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of life for the cared-for individuals, despite the lack of resources to meet their needs. This article presents the findings from a nurse-led research project aimed at developing an informal caregiver profile to facilitate tailored interventions. The study identified 639 caregivers, with the majority living with the cared-for person. Only a small percentage of caregivers had planned to take on the role, and a low percentage had access to support programs. About half of the respondents reported negative impacts on their caregiver role due to COVID-19. Collaborative efforts between healthcare professionals, academics, and community partners are essential in developing localized and personalized strategies to provide meaningful support to caregivers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Neuza Reis, Maria Jose Costa Dias, Luis Sousa, Ines Agostinho, Miguel Toscano Ricco, Maria Adriana Henriques, Cristina Lavareda Baixinho
Summary: This study aims to identify the aspects/components to be considered in the planning and implementation of telerehabilitation interventions for people with long COVID-19, as well as to identify the positive aspects of telerehabilitation. A focus group with specialized nurses in rehabilitation nursing was conducted and the findings were analyzed through content analysis. Four categories were identified: coordination between care levels, transitional care telerehabilitation intervention, advantages of telerehabilitation, and opportunities. The findings contribute to the reorganization of transitional care for people with long COVID-19.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Armando David Sousa, Cristina Lavareda Baixinho, Maria Helena Presado, Maria Adriana Henriques
Summary: This study aims to explore the different interventions used to prevent musculoskeletal disorders related to work in nurses and compare their effectiveness. The results show that training patient-handling devices and ergonomics education are the most effective interventions for preventing these disorders in nurses.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Helga Rafael Henriques, Diana Sousa, Jose Faria, Joana Pinto, Andreia Costa, Maria Adriana Henriques, Maria Candida Durao
Summary: This study aimed to systematically review the available evidence on the effect of measures to minimize the risk of COVID-19 transmission in LTCFs during outbreaks since 2021. Three levels of interventions (strategic, tactical, and operational measures) were summarized to prevent disease transmission.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Neuza Reis, Maria Jose Costa Dias, Luis Sousa, Filipa Canedo, Miguel Toscano Rico, Maria Adriana Henriques, Cristina Lavareda Baixinho
Summary: This study evaluated the results of a telerehabilitation intervention for people with injuries associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection. The intervention helped improve functionality, reduce symptoms, and enhance quality of life.
Article
Nursing
Nisa Rubina Pereira Souto Rosa, Maria Adriana Pereira Henriques, Maria Alice dos Santos Curado
Summary: The study aimed to culturally adapt and psychometrically validate a test instrument for assessing the health literacy levels of Portuguese parents with children under 12 months. The findings revealed that the adapted instrument demonstrated adequate semantic and content equivalence for Portuguese parents. Psychometric validation confirmed that the PHLAT-8-PT is a reliable and valid tool that can be utilized by healthcare teams to measure health literacy levels and enhance health education.
Review
Dermatology
Filipe Jose Paulo Gomes, Maria Adriana Pereira Henriques, Cristina Lavareda Baixinho
Summary: Venous ulcers have a significant impact on the global population, with high recurrence rates. Interventions promoting self-care, such as compression therapy and educational methods, are effective in preventing recurrence.
INTERNATIONAL WOUND JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Cleson Moura, Katia Moreira, Andreia Costa, Cristina Lavareda Baixinho, Maria Adriana Henriques, Marcelle Miranda da Silva
Summary: Primary healthcare must ensure the health and well-being of the entire community. Continuing education in health plays a crucial role in improving work processes and empowering healthcare professionals.
EDUCATION SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Ana Almeida Ribeiro, Madalena Cunha, Paulo Monteiro, Diana Nunes, Raquel Rodrigues, Catia Assis, Maria Adriana Henriques
Summary: This study assessed the emotional states and quality of life in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. The findings showed that anxiety and depression are predictors of lower quality of life in these patients.
ACTA PAULISTA DE ENFERMAGEM
(2022)
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Biomedical
Fernanda Daniela Moura Silva, Maria de Fatima Mendes Carvalho Fernandes, Sonia Marisa Silva Teixeira, Andreia Costa, Maria Adriana Pereira Henriques
Summary: The aging population in Portugal has led to an increased reliance on informal caregivers in families. This study aims to improve the knowledge and support available to these caregivers. Findings show that there is a lack of awareness and understanding among caregivers regarding their rights, duties, and available support.
GERONTECHNOLOGY IV
(2022)
