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Evidence-based practice in peripheral intravenous catheterization: The road ahe...
Santos-Costa, Paulo; Ray-Barruel, Gillian; Ángel Rodríguez-Calero, Miguel; Blanco-Mavillard, Ian; Hernon, Orlaith; J. Carr, PeterBackground: Vascular access is a rapidly evolving field in modern healthcare that presents challenges across diverse clinical settings. Recent data indicate shortcomings in peripheral vascular access care for patients and nurses in Portugal. Objective: Given the ongoing challenges faced by Portuguese nurses in providing quality care to patients requiring peripheral intravenous access, we aim to identify and dis...
Efetividade de um programa de estimulação cognitiva individual na pessoa idosa ...
Rodrigues, Joana Filipa Cunha; Santos, Diana Gabriela Simões Marques; Rocha, Susana Maria Moreira; Carvalho, Carla Isabel Mota; Santos-Costa, PauloEnquadramento: O número de pessoas com demência aumenta significativamente com o processo de envelhecimento, contudo, este pode ser retardado através de intervenções não farmacológicas, como a estimulação cognitiva. Objetivo: Avaliar a efetividade da Estimulação Cognitiva Individual na cognição, qualidade de vida, sintomas neuropsiquiátricos, bem como na qualidade da relação entre a pessoa com demência e cuidad...
Nursing Students' Perceptions of a Novel Education Approach to Prevention and C...
Santos-Costa, Paulo; Paiva-Santos, Filipe; Graveto, João; PrevInf GroupHealthcare-associated infections (HAIs) pose a significant global threat, particularly in developing regions such as Southeast Asia. International bodies emphasize the role of formal undergraduate training in the prevention and control of HAIs. To address this, we aimed to explore the perceptions of Southeast Asian nursing students regarding a novel educational approach developed by a European–Southeast Asian p...
Effectiveness of an individual cognitive stimulation program for older adults w...
Rodrigues, Joana Filipa Cunha; Santos, Diana Gabriela Simões Marques dos; Rocha, Susana Maria Moreira da; Carvalho, Carla Isabel Mota deBackground: The number of people with dementia increases significantly with age. However, non-pharmacological interventions, such as cognitive stimulation, can slow this process down. Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of individual cognitive stimulation interventions on the cognition, quality of life, and neuropsychiatric symptoms of older adults with dementia, as well as on the quality of the relationsh...
Evidence-based practice in peripheral intravenous catheterization: The road ahe...
Santos-Costa, Paulo; Ray-Barruel, Gillian; Rodríguez-Calero, Miguel Ángel; Blanco-Mavillard, Ian; Hernon, Orlaith; Carr, Peter J.Vascular access is a rapidly evolving field in modern healthcare that presents challenges across diverse clinical settings. Recent data indicate shortcomings in peripheral vascular access care for patients and nurses in Portugal. Objective: Given the ongoing challenges faced by Portuguese nurses in providing quality care to patients requiring peripheral intravenous access, we aim to identify and discuss potenti...
Rehabilitation strategies and footwear recommendations for nurses in standing e...
Alves Bernardes, Rafael; Caldeira, Sílvia; Stolt, Minna; Santos-Costa, Paulo; Cruz, ArménioIntroduction: Prolonged standing can lead to tendon and ligament damage, particularly in the feet and ankles, if preventive measures are not taken. Ill-fitting shoes are associated with increased foot pain and disorders, especially among nurses. This narrative review aims to comprehensively synthesize existing literature on footwear recommendations for nurses in prolonged standing positions, emphasizing healthc...
Empowering nursing educators' pedagogical practices in Healthcare-Associated In...
Santos-Costa, Paulo; Paiva dos Santos, Filipe Manuel; Parreira, Pedro; Salgueiro-Oliveira, Anabela; Lomba, Lurdes; Pardal, João; Silén-Lipponen, MarjaBackground: Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) pose a significant challenge in Southeast Asia. Despite various reforms in the curricula of this region, health courses have not adequately addressed the prevention of HAIs. Objective: To evaluate the perceptions of nursing educators in Southeast Asia regarding an innovative educational approach developed by the PrevInf project consortium. Methods: A pilot stu...
Simulation as a teaching method for nursing education in healthcare-associated ...
Thi Thu Hien, Do; Thi Dieu Hang, Dinh; Thi Cam Hung, Pham; Thi Thuy, Dam; Thi Hue, Nguyen; Thi Hai, Vu; Thi Thanh Phuong, Pham; Thi Xuyen, DinhBackground: Applying simulation for nursing education, especially in healthcare-associated infection prevention and control (HAI-PC) in developing countries has limited evidence. The study was conducted to explore educators’ perceptions of simulation as a teaching method for nursing education in HAI-PC in two Vietnamese and two Cambodian universities. Methods: An exploratory qualitative design was applied. A fo...
Experiences of the nursing student in learning HAI prevention and control in As...
Em, Sovannarith; Song, Chhiay; Korhonen, Ulla; Silén-Lipponen, Marja; Nhem, Vannarith; Eam, Mao; Sek, Sophon; Ouch, Bory; Koponen, LeenaBackground: Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) have posed a major threat to both patients and to the safety healthcare personnel worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, 10% of hospitalized patients are affected by HAIs worldwide. Objective: The objective of this study was to explore the experiences of nursing students in learning HAIs prevention and control by the application of the scenario...
Nursing students’ learning experience with healthcare-associated infection prev...
Nget, Manndy; Neth, Barom; Y, Sokchhay; Vouch, Phisith; Kry, Chhay; Soksombat, Toun; Gnan, Channoeun; Thida, Dam; Koponen, Leena; Silén-Lipponen, MarjaBackground: Healthcare-associated infection prevention and control (HAI-PC) education programs in Asian countries seem limited and require improvement and support. Objective: This study explored students’ learning experiences with HAI-PC education programs in Asian countries (two Vietnamese and two Cambodian universities) to support a pedagogical model in HAI-PC. Method: A qualitative exploratory study design w...