This study intended to assess the prevalence and main associated factors of caregiver burden among Portuguese informal caregivers. Between 2021 and 2022, all informal caregivers of patients with chronic diseases (participation rate=84.8%) were invited to answer the Zarit Burden Interview Scale. Linear regression models with the respective 95% confidence intervals (95%CI) were computed. The prevalence of moderat...
Background Falls are a complex problem for the health and quality of life of older persons. Risk assessment is important for identifying people at risk and planning preventive measures. Few studies have focused on how health professionals learn to assess this risk. Objective The aim of this study was to explore how nursing undergraduate students learn to assess fall risk in older adults/people during their hosp...
Purpose The Portuguese Society of Hypertension is responsible for the Mission 70/26 Project, a movement that aims to achieve 70% control of hypertensive patients aged 18-65 years old, under Primary Healthcare by 2026. To reach the general population, different activities were done, in this article we will describe one in particular, the campaign called 'Pela Saude de Portugal'. Materials and methods From Decemb...
This study intended to assess the prevalence and main associated factors of caregiver burden among Portuguese informal caregivers. Between 2021 and 2022, all informal caregivers of patients with chronic diseases (participation rate=84.8%) were invited to answer the Zarit Burden Interview Scale. Linear regression models with the respective 95% confidence intervals (95%CI) were computed. The prevalence of moderat...
Background: The aging population is increasing, leading to a greater need for home care for older adults, often provided by informal caregivers (ICs). These caregivers face numerous challenges, requiring adequate training and support. Objectives: This study aimed to map the main interventions performed by the Rehabilitation Nursing Specialist in empowering ICs of older adults at home. Methods: A scoping review ...
Background: Breast cancer is one of the main causes of mortality among women, and mastectomy has a significant effect on the body image, sexuality and psychology of women. The aim of postmastectomy rehabilitation is to improve functionality, minimize complications and promote well-being and quality of life. Objectives: This study aimed to understand the role of nurses specializing in rehabilitation nursing in t...
Background: Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent neoplasms among women, often requiring mastectomy, a procedure with a significant impact on functionality, self-esteem, and quality of life. Objective: This study aimed to map the main interventions performed by the Rehabilitation Nursing Specialist in the follow-up care of mastectomised women. Methods: A review was conducted according to the Joanna Briggs ...
Background: The literature review notes that people in need of care from Rehabilitation Programs do not always see their continuity ensured. Objective: This study aim to analyze the perspective of Specialists Nurse in Rehabilitation Nursing in relation to the organization and specialized intervention of transitional care for older people in need of rehabilitation programs. Methods: This is a qualitative study w...
Introdução: A translação do conhecimento para os contextos clínicos, em saúde, enfrenta desafios complexos com os resultados de investigação a demorarem a influenciar as políticas de saúde e as intervenções. A Organização Mundial de Saúde consciente da necessidade de se desenvolverem ecossistemas de evidência clínicos aponta uma série de recomendações; Objetivos: Este artigo pretende responder à questão: ‘Quais...
Objetivo: Explorar o modo como as competências de investigação, desenvolvidas através da pós-graduação em enfermagem, transferem-se para a prática clínica. Método: estudo qualitativo, exploratório e descritivo, desenvolvido com base em um grupo focal em outubro de 2021, utilizando uma amostra intencional de oito enfermeiros pós-graduados de uma instituição de saúde da região do Baixo Alentejo, Portugal. Para a ...