Introduction: Galactorrhea is a rare symptom in childhood. The differential diagnosis is extensive, and further investigation is necessary, aided by a detailed anamnesis and physical examination. Case description: A 4-year-old boy with a history of impulsive behavior had been taking risperidone 0.20mg/day for four months. He was observed at his primary health care facility (PHCF) due to a bilateral whitish nipp...
Healthcare professionals (namely, occupational therapists) face ergonomic risk factors that may lead to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSD). Ergonomic assessments are crucial to mitigate this occupational issue. Wearable devices are a potential solution for such assessments, providing continuous measurement of biomechanical and physiological parameters. Ergo4workers (E4W) is a mobile application desi...
Neste trabalho apresenta-se um relato de prática concretizado entre as UC de Didática das Ciências Físicas e Naturais I e de Didática da Matemática I, do curso de Mestrado em Ensino do 1 º CEB e de Matemática e Ciências Naturais no 2 º CEB, da Escola Superior de Educação do Instituto Politécnico de Santarém. Essas UC procuram envolver os futuros professores em práticas interdisciplinares durante a sua formação....
A biodiversidade contempla a diversidade de espécies existentes no nosso planeta e inclui a diversidade genética dentro de uma dada espécie e a diversidade dos ecossistemas onde habitam. O Objetivo de Desenvolvimento Sustentável 15 pretende prevenir ameaças à biodiversidade, garantir a conservação, restauração e uso sustentável dos ecossistemas terrestres. A educação deve conseguir dar resposta a estas necessid...
No âmbito de finalizar o Curso de Técnico Superior Profissional em Cibersegurança no Instituto Politécnico da Guarda (IPG), foi desenvolvido o presente relatório de estágio curricular do ano letivo 2022/2023. O período de estágio decorreu no departamento de informática da ULS da Guarda, teve início no dia 13/02/2023 e terminou a 17/07/2023. A instituição acolhedora deu as condições necessárias para o desenvolvi...
This study proposes to examine which strategies organizations can focus on to effectively and sustainably grasp their employee’s potential during a pandemic and how strategic planning can be adapted to warrant the importance of human resource sustainability, using a dynamic and cyclical health action process approach. It also proposes to investigate what the longitudinal relationship and potential impact of the...
Objective: Idiopathic central precocious puberty (iCPP) is common in paediatric endocrinology. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists (GnRHa) are safe, but the effect on final height and the ideal timing for treatment remains controversial. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of GnRHa on growth outcomes in girls with iCPP treated before and after the age of 8 years old. Design and patients: This retros...
Socially Intelligent Agents (SIAs) have become increasingly popular in various contexts, including education and entertainment. However, creating complex social scenarios tailored to a designer's specific goals remains a significant challenge. The authoring burden can be substantial, limiting the potential of SIAs to deliver rich, engaging experiences. In this work, we propose leveraging the extensive knowledge...
Introduction: There are several concerns associated with gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist (GnRHa) treatment for central precocious puberty (CPP), such as obesity and changes in body mass index (BMI). We aimed to investigate whether any anthropometric differences exist and if they persist over time. Methods: We conducted an observational study of Portuguese children (both sexes) diagnosed with CPP between ...