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Impact of clinical governance in nursing: a literature systematics review
Ferreira,Maria Teresa; Ramalho,Sílvia; Silva,Tiago; Oliveira,Fernando; Gonçalves,Rui; Araújo,NunoAbstract Introduction: Improving quality in health implies obtaining better results for patients, thus requiring the full involvement of professionals and the health organization. Through Clinical Governance, health organizations are responsible for the continuous improvement of the quality of their services and results. Objective: To analyze whether Clinical Governance in Nursing has an impact on care practice...
Preparedness to act in a disaster: the perspective of nurses in the emergency d...
Ferreira,Maria Teresa; Sousa,Clementina; Gonçalves,RuiAbstract Introduction: The occurrence of disasters has been increasing all over the world and Portugal is no exception, with a significant impact on the health of populations. On the other hand, scientific evidence shows that the current training system does not prepare health professionals to respond to catastrophic events. The recently faced COVID-19 pandemic has clearly shown that even the best health system...
Vivências de profissionais de saúde durante a primeira vaga COVID-19
Ferreira,Ricardo; Marques,Andréa; Marques,Mariana; Meneses,Sofia; Pimentel,Georgina; Gonçalves,Rui; Loureiro,Luís; Marques,AntónioResumo A pandemia COVID-19 impôs aos profissionais de saúde (PS) uma sobrecarga inédita, mas existe pouca evidência sobre o seu impacto no contexto profissional do cuidar e nas suas vidas. Este estudo teve como objetivo descrever as vivências dos PS infetados com COVID-19 ou que tiveram contactos de alto risco durante a atividade profissional. Realizou-se um estudo qualitativo fenomenológico, com entrevistas se...
The Kidney Genetics Clinic: delivering precision medicine for kidney patients
Calado,Joaquim; Barata,Rui; Lucas,Rita; Francisco,Telma; Gonçalves,Rui; Ribeiro,Nuno Carrilho; Nolasco,FernandoABSTRACT Molecular genetic testing in human traits has traditionally relied on affiliated academic facilities, been focused on specific phenotypes and supported by research funding. We report the experience of the Kidney Genetics Clinic (“consulta de Doenças Renais Hereditárias”) for the past 5 years, a period during which we have outsourced genetic testing. We evaluated the impact of molecular testing in patie...
Validação da Escala Physical Performance Test para a População Geriátrica Portu...
Almeida,Ana; Antunes,Andreia; Ramos,Inês; Vicente,Joana; Gonçalves,Rui; Pedro,LuísaIntrodução: A demência é uma patologia neurodegenerativa caraterizada pela deterioração cognitiva associada ao declínio funcional. Em Portugal, existe escassez de instrumentos de medida para avaliar o desempenho físico destes pacientes. A escala Physical Performance Test (PPT) avalia a funcionalidade. O objetivo do estudo é validar as duas versões da escala - PPT-7 e 9 itens - para idosos com demência na popula...
Cutaneous leiomyomatosis in a mother and daughter
Lencastre,André; Cabete,Joana; Gonçalves,Rui; João,Alexandre; Fidalgo,AnaA 34-year-old woman with no known medical history was evaluated for multiple painful brown nodules and papules on the anterior aspect of the trunk. She mentioned a history of similar cutaneous findings on her mother. Biopsies of three lesions revealed piloleiomyomata. Renal and adrenal ultrasound revealed an isolated simple cortical cyst, and pelvic and endovaginal ultrasound revealed two uterine myomata. The c...