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Int. j. cardiovasc. sci. (Impr.) ; 35(3): 364-372, May-June 2022. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1375640

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Abstract Background: Among the various pathologies that affect the elderly, Heart Failure (HF) stands out. Recently, an attempt has been made to verify the existence of cognitive impairment associated with HF. Objectives: To compare the cognitive performance of elderly people with heart failure with that of age-matched individuals without this pathology. Check the existence of marked impairment in some cognitive functions in the clinical group. Methods: The sample consisted of 78 elderly people, whose inclusion criterion was the presence of HF and no HF (control group); age over 60 years, both sexes, and any level of education. The control group consisted of 37 individuals (with a median age of 68 years - Interquartile range of 12) and the HF group, with 41 individuals (with a median age of 67 years - Interquartile range of 11). The subjects were matched in terms of education level, with a predominance of elderly people with 0 to 4 years of education (65.9% in the Clinical Group and 59.5% in the Control Group). Eleven neuropsychological tests covering cognitive functions were used: attention, language, memory, mood, and executive function. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS software, version 23, with a significance level of 5%. The Chi-square test and the Mann-Whitney test were applied. Results: The results showed significant differences between the groups, mainly in executive functions, which include the ability to plan, switch, and recall previously stored information. Conclusion: Our study showed differences between the cognitive performance of elderly people with HF and elderly people without HF. The main alteration was found in the so-called executive functions, attention, and memory.


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Humans , Male , Female , Middle Aged , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Attention , Aging , Executive Function , Cognitive Dysfunction , Heart Failure , Memory , Anxiety , Cross-Sectional Studies , Depression , Nervous System Diseases , Neuropsychology
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Article in Portuguese | LILACS, SES-GO, CONASS, ColecionaSUS | ID: biblio-1290791

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Introdução: Cuidados Paliativos (CP) designam uma abordagem para melhoria da qualidade de vida de pacientes e familiares que enfrentam uma doença ameaçadora da vida, através da prevenção e alívio do sofrimento, da identificação precoce e impecável avaliação e tratamento da dor e outros problemas, físicos, psicossociais e espirituais2. Objetivo: Avaliar a compreensão de CP pelos familiares de pacientes que recebem este tratamento no Centro Estadual de Reabilitação e Readaptação Dr. Henrique Santillo (CRER). Metodologia: Participaram do estudo os familiares de 08 (oito) pacientes em CP em regime de internação na instituição. Como instrumento de pesquisa foi utilizada a entrevista semiestruturada, elaborada pela pesquisadora, contendo dados sociodemográficos e questões relacionadas ao entendimento dos participantes quanto aos CP. Análise de dados: Foi utilizada a Análise de Conteúdo de Laurence Bardin34. Resultados: A amostra apontou um predomínio de mulheres, com média de 44,6 anos, responsáveis pelo cuidado junto aos pacientes em CP. A partir das entrevistas foram organizadas categorias, como conhecimento prévio de CP. Com relação a esta categoria, a maioria dos participantes relatou não ter informações sobre CP antes da internação do paciente. Quanto a reações à notícia fica evidente a dificuldade da família em receber tal notícia. Em relação ao conceito de CP, o aspecto mais evidente foi a necessidade de cuidado e conforto do paciente. Na categoria expectativa foi possível identificar as subcategorias: medidas de conforto, melhora clínica e finitude. Discussão e conclusão: Verificou-se nesta pesquisa que a quantidade de tempo que o paciente se encontra em CP não interfere diretamente no entendimento do familiar acerca do tema. Percebe-se que os participantes com grau de escolaridade superior tinham mais informações sobre CP, entretanto, a maioria não tinha conhecimento prévio do conceito. A promoção do conhecimento, comunicação efetiva e conscientização dos familiares no processo que envolve os CP são indispensáveis para a melhor condução das propostas da equipe e coesão do tratamento


Introduction: Palliative Care (PC) designates an approach to improve the quality of life of patients and family members who face a life threatening disease, through the prevention and relief of suffering, the early identification and impeccable assessment and treatment of pain and other physical, psychosocial and spiritual2. Objective: to evaluate the understanding of palliative care of family members of patients receiving this treatment. Methodology: family members of 08 palliative care patients participated in this study while in hospital. As instruments were used: semi-structured interview, prepared by the researcher, containing sociodemographic data and questions related to the participants' understanding of Palliative Care. Data analysis: Content Analysis by Laurence Bardin34. Results: the sample showed a predominance of women responsible for care, with an average of 44.6 years. From the interviews, categories were organized, such as Previous knowledge of PC, where most participants, reported not having information about PC before the patient's hospitalization. As for Reactions to the news, the difficulty in receiving such news is evident. Regarding the Concept of Palliative Care, the most evident aspect was the patient's need for care and comfort. In the Expectation category, there were the following subcategories: comfort measures, clinical improvement and finitude. Discussion and conclusion: It was found that in this research the amount of time the patient is in palliative care does not directly interfere with the family member's understanding of the topic, it is clear that the participants with higher education had more information about Palliative Care, however, most had no prior knowledge of the concept. The promotion of knowledge, effective communication and awareness of family members in the palliative care process is indispensable for the better conduction of the team's proposals and treatment cohesion


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Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Middle Aged , Palliative Care , Quality of Life , Caregivers/psychology
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Article in Portuguese | LILACS, CONASS | ID: biblio-1292007

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Introdução: A Lesão Medular (LM) é uma condição que afeta homens e mulheres, podendo ser traumática ou não, sendo ela grave e incapacitante. Objetivos: Compreender determinadas alterações emocionais para o indivíduo após receber esse diagnóstico. Participantes: 10 pacientes que passaram pelo Centro Estadual de Reabilitação e Readaptação Dr. Henrique Santillo (CRER) e que atualmente estão, ou já estiveram, em acompanhamento ambulatorial. Análise de dados: Análise de Conteúdo de Laurence Bardin. Resultados: Revelaram-se as seguintes categorias relacionadas à lesão medular: humor (subcategoria: irritabilidade), autoestima, tristeza, esperança, reação ao diagnóstico, coping (subcategoria: dificuldade de aceitação do diagnóstico, adaptação e espiritualidade) e dependência do outro. Discussão e considerações finais: Dentro da população pesquisada, os participantes conseguiram desenvolver estratégias de enfrentamento funcionais e adaptativas, sendo a sintomatologia, em sua maioria, reativa


Introduction: Spinal cord injury is a condition that affects men and women, and it can be traumatic or not, being severe and disabling. Objectives: To understand certain emotional changes for the individual after receiving this diagnosis. Participants: 10 patients who went through the Dr. Henrique Santillo Rehabilitation and Readaptation post and who are currently or have been under outpatient follow-up. Data analysis: Content Analysis by Laurence Bardin. Results: The following categories related to spinal cord injury were revealed: mood (subcategory: irritability), self-esteem, sadness, hope, reaction to the diagnosis, coping (subcategory: difficulty in accepting the diagnosis, adaptation and spirituality) and dependence on the other. Discussion and conclusion: Within the researched population, the participants were able to develop functional and adaptive coping strategies, the symptoms being mostly reactive


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Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Middle Aged , Spinal Cord Injuries/psychology , Depression , Self Concept , Spinal Cord Injuries/therapy , Adaptation, Psychological , Affective Symptoms , Spirituality , Hope , Sadness
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