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Open science and ethics: issues and dilemmas

Open Science (OS) is a set of principles and practices that aims to make all areas of scientific research accessible, bringing benefits to both researchers and society. In a health context, OS can accelerate the dissemination and disclosure of research results, offering advantages for researchers, health professionals, and society. This short communication aims to analyze the contribution of OS to the dissemina...

Barriers to preventing pressure ulcers in intensive care units: a scoping revie...

Introduction: Pressure ulcers remain a persistent and significant clinical problem, with a substantial impact on the well-being and quality of life of affected individuals. Prevention in healthcare settings, particularly in intensive care units, is a complex process influenced not only by nurses’ knowledge and attitudes but also by multiple environmental and organizational factors. Understanding the barriers th...

Instruments to assess knowledge about the prevention of pressure ulcers in inte...

Introduction: Pressure ulcers represent a significant healthcare challenge, impacting quality of life and increasing costs associated with care. Understanding the factors that influence prevention strategies is crucial for improving outcomes. However, gaps in healthcare professionals' knowledge remain a major barrier, underscoring the need for a reliable tool to assess their understanding of pressure ulcer prev...

Decoding urinary tract infection trends: A 5-year snapshot from Central Portugal

Introduction: This study analyzes urinary tract infections (UTIs) in a hospital in Central Portugal over a five-year period, focusing on bacterial prevalence, patient demographics, and antibiotic resistance patterns. This investigation aims to provide insights that can guide improved infection control and treatment strategies. Methods: A total of 6161 positive urine cultures collected over five years were exami...

Palliative home needs towards comprehensive nursing care - basic support model ...

Promoção da autonomia e tomada de decisão partilhada em cuidados paliativos-rev...

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PREVALENCE OF HYPERTENSION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF VILA VELHA DE RÓDÃO

Introduction: Cerebrocardiovascular diseases are a major global scourge, being responsible for huge deaths. These are chronic, non-infectious diseases that develop silently throughout life. The high prevalence and incidence of Cerebrocardiovascular diseases are directly linked to several risk factors that contribute to uncontrolled blood pressure. Along these lines, the Beira Baixa Blood Pressure Program was cr...

Cardiovascular risk stratification in young and master athletes: preparticipati...

Background: for any preparticipation evaluation, a questionnaire that reviews personal history of signs and symptoms and family history can identify athletes at cardiovascular risk of sudden cardiac death. Objectives: cardiovascular risk stratification using a pre-participation questionnaire in young and master athletes; evaluation of the perception of the importance of preparticipation screening among these tw...

Influence of Sports on the Quality of Sleep of Athletes and Non-Athletes

Background: Several studies have addressed the issue of sleep and its importance for physical and mental recovery, which is particularly important for team sports athletes. Objective: to compare the quality of sleep of athletes with non-athletes. Methodology: prospective and quantitative study, comprising a sample of 62 participants (31 athletes and 31 non-athletes) who had access to a questionnaire for self-co...