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- Abordagem histórica de enfermagem: década de 60Publication . Santos, Isabel; Mateus, Rosália; Guimarães, Tânia; Romão, Zélia
- Barriers and strategies affecting the use of assistive devices for falls prevention among people with Parkinson’s disease : a qualitative pilot studyPublication . Fernandes, Júlio Belo; Domingos, Josefa; Fernandes, Sónia; Ferreira, Noélia; Almeida, Ana Silva; Chalaça, Ana; Sousa, Natacha; Santos, Isabel; Duarte, Andreia; Godinho, CatarinaBackground: As Parkinson’s disease (PD) progresses, patients experience difficulties with gait and balance, requiring assistive devices to ensure fall prevention and safety. Despite the advantages provided by these aids, many people with PD do not adhere to their use. Objective: This study aims to explore the barriers to using assistive devices among people with PD and identify strategies to improve their adherence. Methods: We used a qualitative, exploratory, and descriptive research design. Individual semi-structured interviews were conducted from October 2021 to July 2022, with participants selected through convenience sampling. Thematic analysis was performed to analyze data. Results: Nineteen participants were interviewed, with the majority being male (63.2%) and a mean age of 72.3. This research identified several barriers to using assistive devices that were grouped under six broad themes and 14 subthemes. These themes included disease symptoms, physical limitations associated with holding the device, stigma, symbolism of the device, level of involvement of health professionals, and environmental factors. Concerning the strategies to improve adherence, they were grouped into themes that reflect different priority settings in the health sector. At the macro level, participants emphasized the significance of community education and intergenerational contact. At the meso level, participants highlighted the need for support groups, as well as prescription and training provided by health professionals. Finally, at the micro level, participants emphasized the importance of tailored care and shared decision-making. Conclusion: This study’s findings offer insights on barriers and strategies reported by people with PD, improving assistive device utilization.
- Landing wise program : feasibility study protocol for Parkinson’s diseasePublication . Fernandes, Júlio Belo; Domingos, Josefa; Família, Carlos; Santos, Cátia; Santana, Diana; Gregório, Francisco; Costa, Inês; Afonso, Joana; Matos, Lúcia; Marques, Solange; Santos, Tânia; Fernandes, Sónia; Santos, Isabel; Sousa, Natacha; Ramos, Catarina; Godinho, CatarinaRegardless of the benefits of fall prevention programs, people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) will still fall. Therefore, it is crucial to explore novel therapeutic approaches that are well-accepted and effective for addressing fall risk and the fear of falls among this population. The present study aims to assess the feasibility of the Landing Wise program as a therapeutic intervention for reducing the fear of falling in people with PD. A mixed-methods study will be conducted using convenience sampling to recruit 20 people with PD with a moderate concern of falling from a Parkinson’s Patients Association. In addition to usual care, participants will attend 2 days per week, 90 min group sessions for 8 weeks. The intervention combines group cognitive behavioral intervention with the training of safe landing strategies. Feasibility will be assessed by six key domains (recruitment strategy and rates, enrollment, retention, acceptability, reasons for decline/withdrawal, and adverse events). Quantitative data will be analyzed using descriptive statistics to characterize the sample, followed by inferential statistics to evaluate differences in the Short Falls Efficacy Scale-International Scale, Movement Disorder Society Unified Parkinson’s Disease Rating Scale, Timed Up Go, 6-Minutes Walking Distance, and fall frequency and severity scores between baseline and final assessment. Qualitative data will be analyzed using an inductive thematic analysis process. There is a growing interest in developing new effective therapeutic approaches for people with PD. If proven program feasibility, this study precedes a randomized controlled trial to establish the effectiveness of the Landing Wise program.
- Nurses’ motivations, barriers, and facilitators to engage in a peer review process : a qualitative study protocolPublication . Fernandes, Júlio Belo; Domingos, Josefa; Dean, John; Fernandes, Sónia; Ferreira, Rogério; Baixinho, Cristina Lavareda; Castro, Cidália; Simões, Aida; Bernardes, Catarina; Almeida, Ana Silva; Loureiro, Sónia; Ferreira, Noélia; Santos, Isabel; Godinho, CatarinaPeer review supports the integrity and quality of scientific publishing. However, although it is a fundamental part of the publishing process, peer review can also be challenging for reviewers, editors, and other stakeholders. The present study aims to explore the nurses’ motivations, barriers, and facilitators in engaging in a peer review process. This qualitative, descriptive exploratory study will be developed in partnerships with three research centers. Researchers followed the consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative research (COREQ) checklist to ensure the quality of this study protocol. According to the selection criteria, the purposive sampling will be used to recruit nurse researchers that act as peer reviewers for several scientific journals in various fields of knowledge. Interviews will be conducted until data have been sufficiently consistent with meeting the initial objectives. Researchers will develop a guide comprising a set of open-ended questions to collect participants’ characteristics, descriptive review behavior, and perceptions regarding their motivations, barriers, and facilitators. Researchers will analyze data using an inductive process of content analysis with the help of the QDA Miner Lite database. Findings from this study will generate knowledge that may help stakeholders identify facilitating factors and barriers and guide the development of strategies to remove or minimize these barriers.