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Validity and reliability of the Brazilian version of the Caregiver Reaction Assessment

Rev. bras. enferm; 71 (supl.2), 2018
ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the validity based on the internal structure and reliability of the Brazilian version of the Caregiver Reaction Assessment (CRA) applied to informal caregivers of dependent elderly. Method: A methodological study with 120 informal caregivers of the elderly. Validity based...

Factors associated to the dependence of older adults with diabetes mellitus type 2

Rev. bras. enferm; 71 (supl.2), 2018
ABSTRACT Objective: to identify factors associated to the dependence of older adults with Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 Method: analytical and epidemiological study with 99 older adults. The Brazilian Multidimensional Functional Assessment Questionnaire and a questionnaire composed by socio-demographic and...

Causes of drop out from a physical exercise supervised program specific to older adults

Abstract Introduction: Physical exercise when performed regularly brings several health benefits, especially for older adults. However, there are barriers that induce these individuals to withdraw from exercise. Objective: This study investigated the causes of drop out from a supervised physical exerci...

Clinical functional evaluation of female's pelvic floor: integrative review

Abstract Introduction: The effectiveness of pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) depends on the correct prescription of intensity, repetition and endurance of muscle contractions, which are provided by an adequate assessment of pelvic floor muscle. Objective: Verify the techniques, resources and strateg...

Questionnaire on body awareness of postural habits in young people: construction and validation

Abstract Introduction: The postural deviations associated with the changes in the habits of young people have increased over the last decades. Investigating the subject by way of a self-perception questionnaire allows one to understand the level of awareness the individual has concerning his/her postura...

Psychometric properties of the Brief-COPE for the evaluation of coping strategies in the Chilean population

Psicol. reflex. crit; 31 (), 2018
Abstract The Brief-COPE is an abbreviated version of the COPE (Coping Orientation to Problems Experienced) Inventory, a self-report questionnaire developed to assess a broad range of coping responses. Currently, it is one of the best validated and most frequently used measures of coping strategies. The a...

Avaliação da qualidade de vida, perda de peso e comorbidades de pacientes submetidos à cirurgia bariátrica

Rev. Col. Bras. Cir; 45 (3), 2018
RESUMO Objetivo: mensurar a eficácia da perda de peso, analisar a evolução de comorbidades, investigar a qualidade de vida e avaliar o protocolo BAROS (Bariatric Analysis and Reporting Outcome System) no pós-operatório de pacientes submetidos à cirurgia bariátrica. Métodos: estudo transversal e...

In-person and telemedicine course models for disaster preparedness: a comparative analysis

Rev. Col. Bras. Cir; 45 (3), 2018
ABSTRACT Objective: to compare the students' performance in face-to-face and telemedicine courses for the training and necessary action in disasters, using telemedicine as an effective training tool. Methods: online research conducted after the end of the course of preparation in disasters, carried out...

Elaboração de protocolo de condutas em traqueostomias no hospital referência de tratamento do câncer do Amazonas

Rev. Col. Bras. Cir; 45 (4), 2018
RESUMO Objetivo: criar um manual de rotina multidisciplinar de condutas em traqueostomias para pacientes adultos e pediátricos da Fundação Centro de Controle de Oncologia do Estado do Amazonas. Métodos: o protocolo foi desenvolvido por meio do método Delphi modificado, que consistiu na aplicação...

Sucio y despreciado. Riesgo psicosocial en trabajadoras de casa particular en Chile

INTRODUCCIÓN: El trabajo doméstico remunerado se encuentra socialmente muy desvalorado y se estima que es una actividad con alto riesgo psicosocial laboral (RPSL). OBJETIVO: Verificar el nivel de RPSL y su asociación con variables de salud, sociodemográficas y de empleo en trabajadoras de casa partic...