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Background: Subjective aspects such as personal growth and the development of their potential are relevant for the perception of wellbeing of older adults. These dimensions appear to be connected with meaningful group participation. Aim: To assess the perception of psychological wellbeing of older adults in a Chilean region and determine its association with socio-demographic variables and participation in organizations. Material and Methods: Ryff’s scale of psychological wellbeing perception was applied to 101 adults (43 men) from Magallanes, aged 60 and 88 years. Sociodemographic data was also collected. Results: Mean wellbeing scores reported were 193.7 ± 20 (maximum score: 234). Those older adults who participated in organizations had higher scores than those who did not take part in them. Participation in organizations appeared to be specifically associated to positive relationships (p = 0.03) and personal growth (p < 0.01). The number of organizations in which older adults participated was positively correlated with the perception of wellbeing (p < 0.01). Greater personal wellbeing was associated with leadership roles in organizations (p = 0.01). Significant differences between level of schooling and personal growth (p = 0.01) were also observed found. There were no differences associated with sex, age and marital status. Conclusions: The perception of wellbeing of older adults is influenced by their participation in organizations. Leadership is associated with the highest levels of wellbeing.
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Humans , Male , Female , Middle Aged , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Personal Satisfaction , Quality of Life/psychology , Social Participation/psychology , Psychological Tests , Self Concept , Social Perception , Socioeconomic Factors , Chile , Sex Factors , Mental Health , Cross-Sectional Studies , Statistics, NonparametricABSTRACT
Objectives: To describe the clinical encounters that occur when a palliative care team provides patient care and the features that influence these encounters and indicate whether they are favorable or unfavorable depending on the expectations and feelings of the various participants. Methods: A qualitative case study conducted via participant observation. A total of 12 observations of the meetings of palliative care teams with patients and families in different settings (home, hospital and consultation room) were performed. The visits were follow-up or first visits, either scheduled or on demand. Content analysis of the observation was performed. Results:The analysis showed the normal follow-up activity of the palliative care unit that was focused on controlling symptoms, sharing information and providing advice on therapeutic regimens and care. The environment appeared to condition the patients' expressions and the type of patient relationship. Favorable clinical encounter conditions included kindness and gratitude. Unfavorable conditions were deterioration caused by approaching death, unrealistic family objectives and limited resources. Conclusion: Home visits from basic palliative care teams play an important role in patient and family well-being. The visits seem to focus on controlling symptoms and are conditioned by available resources.
Objetivos: Conocer cómo se produce el encuentro clínico en la atención a los enfermos por parte de un equipo de Cuidados Paliativos, y qué elementos lo condicionan, indicando si son favorables o desfavorables en función de las expectativas y los sentimientos de los distintos participantes. Métodos: Estudio de casos cualitativo, realizado mediante observación participante. Se realizaron 12 observaciones de los encuentros de los equipos de cuidados paliativos con los pacientes y familiares en diferentes entornos (domicilio, hospital y consulta). El tipo de visitas fueron de seguimiento o primera visita, programadas o a demanda. Se realizó un análisis de contenido de las observaciones. Resultados: El análisis mostró una actividad normal de seguimiento de una unidad de cuidados paliativos centrada en el control de síntomas, la comunicación de información y el asesoramiento sobre pautas terapéuticas y cuidados. Se observó que los escenarios condicionan la expresión de los pacientes y el modo de relación. Como condiciones favorables del encuentro clínico destacan la afabilidad y la gratitud. Las condiciones desfavorables fueron el deterioro por la cercanía de la muerte, los objetivos poco realistas de los familiares y la escasez de recursos. Conclusión: Las visitas domiciliarias de equipos básicos en Cuidados Paliativos tienen un importante papel, y parecen estar centradas en el control de síntomas y condicionadas por los recursos disponibles.
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Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Palliative Care , Professional-Family Relations , Professional-Patient Relations , Terminal Care , Communication , Family , Caregivers , Qualitative Research , Hospitals , House CallsABSTRACT
Diagnóstico de situação utilizando metodologia científica de natureza exploratória e descritiva (observação participada com tratamento estatístico descritivo) com objectivo de identificar as práticas de enfermagem na área da promoção de saúde durante uma consulta de enfermagem de saúde infantil. Das 31 consultas observadas (n=31) a maioria das observações ocorreu em crianças com idade inferior a 2 anos sendo os temas mais abordados a alimentação com utilização predominante de metodologia expositiva. Verificou-se ainda pouca utilização de suporte informacional e quando são utilizados reportam-se aos temas segurança e alimentação. A maioria dos prestadores de cuidados colocou questões e houve um reduzido registo da interacção prestador/criança existindo um dispêndio médio de 23 minutos por consulta. Face aos resultados e reflexão sobre os mesmos destaca-se como intervenção a elaboração de um manual de promoção de saúde com integração de aspectos teóricos e evidência científica de boas práticas nesta área.
Situation diagnosis using exploratory and descriptive scientific methodology (participant observation with descriptive statistical treatment) in order to identify nursing' practices in the area of health promotion during a nursing child health consultation. The 31 consultations observed (n = 31) showed that the majority of observations occurred in children younger than 2 years being the most discussed topic feed with predominant use of expository methodology. There was also little use of informational support and when used relate to the themes of security and nutrition. Most providers raised questions and there was limited registration of the interaction between provider and child with an expenditure averaging of 23 minutes per consultation. Given the results and reflecting about them stands out as intervention the construction of a health promotion manual with the integration of theory and evidence of good practice in this area.
Diagnóstico de situación con una metodología científica de carácter exploratorio y descriptivo (observación participante con tratamiento estadístico descriptivo) con el fin de identificar las prácticas de enfermería en el ámbito de la promoción de la salud durante la consulta de enfermería para la salud infantil. De las 31 consultas observadas (n = 31) se mostró que la mayoría de las observaciones se produjeron en niños menores de 2 años siendo que el tema más discutido és alimentación con el uso predominante de la metodología expositiva. Se verificó poca utilización de apoyo informativo y cuando se utilizan se refieren a temas de seguridad y nutrición. La mayoría de los proveedores ha hecho preguntas y se verifico reducido registro de la interacción proveedores/niños con un expendio promedio de 23 minutos por consulta. Teniendo en cuenta los resultados y reflectando en ellos se destaca como intervención la elaboración de un manual para la promoción de la salud con la integración de la teoría y la evidencia de las buenas prácticas en este ámbito.