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Aprendizagens no cuidado informal: Uma análise reflexiva do Estatuto do Cuidado...
Moura, Ana; Castanheira Pais, Sofia; Alves, ElisabeteEmbora as consequências do trabalho não remunerado de reprodução social tenham sido debatidas nos últimos anos, foi apenas em 2019 que os/as cuidadores/as informais romperam a “clandestinidade legal”, através da aprovação do Estatuto do Cuidador Informal. Apesar do inegável contributo deste estatuto, são várias as fragilidades apontadas, questionando-se essencialmente a falta de apoios económicos e sociais. Con...
Programmes Addressed to Informal Caregivers’ Needs: A Systematic Literature Rev...
Gemito, L; Alves, Elisabete; Moreira, J; Marques, MF; Caldeira, E; Ferreira, R; Bico, I; Pinho, L; Fonseca, C; Sousa, L; Lopes, MBackground: Addressing informal caregivers' needs is essential for ensuring quality healthcare and promoting citizen-centred care. This systematic review assessed current knowledge about programmes aimed at meeting the needs of informal caregivers of adults who are dependent on others for daily life activities. Methods: Following the PRISMA guidelines, the electronic databases EBSCOhost Research Platform, MEDLI...
Health-related outcomes of structured home-based rehabilitation programs among ...
Alves, Elisabete; Gonçalves, C; Oliveira, H; Ribeiro, R; Fonseca, CThe aging population reveals the need to develop self-care interventions that promote autonomy and well-being. The current systematic review aimed to assess the association between the implementation of structured home-based rehabilitation programs to promote self-care in older adults and health-related outcomes among people aged 60 years or older. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews ...
The effect of professional reintegration of stroke survivors on their quality o...
Matos, J; Teixeira, F; Alves, ElisabeteBackground: Professional reintegration is an indicator of recovery and a common goal for many stroke survivors. However, data on the effect of professional reintegration on the quality of life (QoL) of stroke survivors is scarce. Aims: To assess and synthesize the available evidence, and identify the gaps on the effect of professional reintegration on the QoL of stroke survivors. Methods: A scoping review was p...
Spiritual Care Interventions for Adult Patients in Intensive Care Units: A Scop...
Gomes, Aramid; Rosinhas, Ana; Silva, Rosa; Riklikiene, Olga; Alves, Elisabete; Sampaio, FranciscoCaring for patients in intensive care units (ICUs) requires healthcare workers to recognize the importance of a spiritual care approach in these settings. Moving toward a holistic and patient-centered care model that incorporates spiritual care is essential for enhancing patients’ healing process. The disease-centered approach of ICU and the perceived deficit of spiritual care highlight the need to add knowledg...
The Functional Profile, Depressive Symptomatology, and Quality of Life of Older...
Fonseca, César; Morgado, Bruno; Alves, Elisabete; Ramos, Ana; Silva, Maria; Pinho, Lara; João, Ana; Lopes, ManuelBackground: Europe's aging population presents challenges such as a shrinking labor force, pressure on health services, and increased demand for long-term care. This study assesses the functional profile, depressive symptoms, and quality of life of older adults in the Central Alentejo region of Portugal. Methods: A cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted with a convenience sample of 868 older adults in...
Are Healthcare Organizations Healthy Work Ecosystems? Health and Well-Being of ...
Gaspar, Tânia; Sousa, Bárbara; Alves, Elisabete; Coelho, AnabelaBackground: Health professionals are at high risk of poor mental health and well-being. Faced with this challenge, healthcare organizations must be healthy and safe work environments. Objectives: This study aims to take an in-depth, systemic look at whether healthcare organizations are healthy workplaces. Methods: The study involved 2190 participants aged between 19 and 71 (M = 44.73, SD = 10.29) and data were ...
Knowledge and Consequences of Violence Against Health Professionals in Southern...
Zangão, M; Gemito, L; Serra, I; Cruz, D; Barros, M; Chora, M; Santos, C; Coelho, A; Alves, ElisabeteBackground: Violence against health professionals is a global and growing problem, with significant impacts on the quality of care and the mental health of workers. Objectives: To analyze the level of knowledge, reporting practices and consequences of violence against health professionals in the Alentejo region (southern Portugal). Methods: This was an observational, cross-sectional study involving 440 health p...
A Cross-Sectional Study of the Perception of Individualized Nursing Care Among ...
Ramos, A; Pires, S; Sá, E; Gomes, I; Alves, Elisabete; Fonseca, César; Coelho, AnabelaBackground/Objectives: Individualized nursing care allows for systematic assessment and intervention; considers a patient’s preferences, values, and context; and contributes to a positive care trajectory. However, its operationalization has proven to be challenging. This research aimed to evaluate nurses’ perceptions of individualized care and analyze their relationship with sociodemographic variables. Methods:...
Functional capacity of institutionalized older people and their quality of life...
Cano, F; Alves, Elisabete; Pinho, L; Fonseca, CésarBackground: The increasing number of institutionalized older individuals worldwide stresses the need to evaluate the association between the functional profile of institutionalized older adults and their quality of life (QoL), depressive symptoms and feelings of loneliness. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 19 residential facilities in Alentejo, Portugal. Between March and September 2023, all in...