Sistema de indicadores para evaluar la calidad de los servicios generales de la Clínica Central Cira García / System of indicators to evaluate the quality of general services of Cira García Central Clinic

Introducción: En Cuba el sistema nacional de salud con acceso universal y cuidado de los individuos, la familia y la comunidad es una fortaleza reconocida internacionalmente. La Clínica Central Cira García es un centro de atención médica especializada de referencia internacional en la atención a pacientes extranjeros. Su calidad ha sido certificada por distintas organizaciones, no obstante, trabaja intencionadamente por elevar los estándares alcanzados. Objetivo: Proponer un sistema de indicadores para evaluar la calidad del subproceso servicios generales de la Clínica Central Cira García. Métodos: Se aplicaron métodos teóricos y empíricos, a través del análisis y la síntesis, el método sistémico-estructural-funcional y el análisis de contenido, se analizó la documentación existente relativa a la gestión de la calidad de la institución y en particular de servicios generales, se sistematizaron los resultados y se propuso el sistema de indicadores de calidad a evaluar. Se utilizaron la observación y la entrevista en la caracterización del funcionamiento de las distintas esferas de trabajo que comprende el subproceso servicios generales con lo que se obtuvieron criterios del público interno. Se aplicó una encuesta de satisfacción a pacientes no hispanohablantes de países desarrollados. Se trianguló la información y se detectaron las brechas de mejora. Resultados: Se propuso un sistema de cuatro dimensiones, 14 variables y 54 criterios para evaluar la gestión de calidad del subproceso servicios generales el cual prácticamente no era tomado en cuenta en los indicadores de calidad utilizados hasta el momento. En las encuestas de satisfacción la mayoría de los criterios establecidos recibieron niveles satisfactorios por al menos el 90 por ciento de los encuestados. El tiempo de espera para recibir la habitación y el dominio de idiomas fueron los criterios que mostraron mayor insatisfacción. Conclusiones: Para garantizar un turismo de salud competitivo que cumpla con las expectativas de pacientes que seleccionen con este fin el destino Cuba, se necesita contar con un sistema de indicadores para evaluar la calidad de los procesos no clínicos que apoyan el desarrollo de los procesos clave que puedan generalizarse a las instituciones que desarrollan turismo de salud(AU)

Introduction: In Cuba, the national health system with universal access and care for individuals, the family and the community is an internationally recognized strength. Cira García Central Clinic is a specialized medical care center of international reference in the care of foreign patients. Its quality has been certified by different organizations, however, it intentionally works to raise the standards achieved. Objective: Propose a system of indicators to evaluate the quality of the sub-process called general services in Cira García Central Clinic. Methods: Theoretical and empirical methods were applied, through analysis and synthesis, the systemic-structural-functional method and content analysis, the existing documentation related to the quality management of the institution and in particular of general services was analyzed, the results were systematized and the system of quality indicators to be evaluated was proposed. Observation and interview were used in the characterization of the functioning of the different areas of work comprising sub-process called General Services, thus obtaining criteria from the internal public. A satisfaction survey was applied to non-Spanish-speaking patients from developed countries. Information was triangulated and improvement gaps were detected. Results: A system of four dimensions, 14 variables and 54 criteria was proposed to evaluate the quality management of the sub-process general services which was practically not taken into account in the quality indicators used so far. In the satisfaction surveys, most of the established criteria received satisfactory levels by at least 90percent of the respondents. The waiting time to receive the room and the mastery of languages were the criteria that showed the biggest dissatisfaction. Conclusions: To guarantee a competitive health tourism that meets the expectations of patients who select Cuba destination for this purpose, it is necessary to have a system of indicators to evaluate the quality of non-clinical processes that support the development of key processes that can be generalized to the institutions that develop health tourism(AU)

Development and Evaluation of Vaginal Suppository Containing Althaea officinalis L. Polysaccharide Extract

Abstract Intrauterine adhesions cause several gynecological problems. Althaea officinalis L. roots known as marshmallows contain polysaccharides (M.P.) which possess anti-inflammatory and anti-ulcerogenic activities also can form a bio-adhesive layer on damaged epithelial membranes prompting healing processes. Vaginal formulations of herbal origin are commonly applied to relieve cervico-uterine inflammation. Herein, we aim to develop and evaluate vaginal suppositories containing polysaccharides isolated from the A. officinalis root. Six formulations (four P.E.G.-based and two lipid-based suppositories containing 25% and 50% M.P.) met standard requirements, which were then subjected to qualitative and quantitative evaluation. All suppositories exhibited acceptable weights, hardness, content uniformity, melting point, and disintegration time, which fall within the acceptable recommended limits. Higher concentrations of M.P. in PEG-bases moderately increased the hardness (p<0.05). PEG-formulations showed content uniformity>90% of the average content while it was 75-83% for suppocire formulations. All formulations disintegrated in<30minutes. In-vitro release test revealed that M.P. release from 25%-MP formulations was higher than that of 50%-M.P. suppositories. Overall, results revealed the feasibility of preparing P.E.G.-or lipid-based suppositories containing M.P., which met the B.P. quality requirement

Quality control and drug-drug interactions between commercially available Metoprolol and Glimepiride tablets

Abstract Quality is paramount and needs to be maintained throughout the shelf life of pharmaceuticals. The current study aimed to evaluate the quality, potency, and drug-drug interaction in an in vivo animal model by using two drugs, namely, metoprolol and glimepiride. Tablets were selected for their physical characteristics, such as shape, size, and color. Quality control tests, such as weight variation, hardness, friability, and disintegration tests, and invitro drug release studies were performed as per USP. Drug-drug interaction and in vivo studies were carried out according to the standard protocol of the animal ethics committee. Quality control tests of both the tablets were within the specified range. The cumulative release percentages of the drugs were 81.12% and 85.36% for Metoprolol Tartrate and Glimepiride, respectively, in a physiological buffer solution within 1 h. The combination of metoprolol and Glimepiride also significantly decreased the blood glucose level in diabetic animals. However, the blood glucose level increased in the group receiving metoprolol only, but the difference was not significant. The result suggested that the formulations are safe. However, the chronic use of this combination requires frequent monitoring of blood glucose level to improve its efficacy and for the patient's safety.

Formação em educação física no contexto de saúde pública nos melhores cursos do Brasil / The formation of physical education in public health in the best courses in Brazil

RESUMO O objetivo do estudo foi revisar projetos pedagógicos (PP) para identificar a formação do profissional de Educação Física (PEF) (Bacharelado) no contexto de Saúde Pública nos melhores cursos do Brasil. Foram selecionados os 10 melhores cursos de graduação em EF ranqueados em dois sistemas de avaliações nacionais (Exame Nacional de Desempenho na Educação e Ranking Universitário Folha) e as 10 melhores Universidades num ranking internacional (QS World University Rankings). Mediante revisão rápida foram extraídas informações dos PPs de 18 cursos que atenderam aos critérios de inclusão. Trinta e seis disciplinas no contexto de Saúde Pública foram localizadas nas grades curriculares. Em relação a carga horária média menos de 1% da grade eletiva dos cursos era dedicada a disciplinas sobre Saúde Pública. O estudo revelou um cenário de formação de Bacharéis em EF distante do crescimento que a área demonstrou no campo da Saúde Pública nos últimos anos. É importante que os cursos de graduação em EF considerem uma formação específica no contexto da Saúde Pública, de modo a favorecer a consolidação da atuação do PEF e a qualidade do seu serviço na Atenção Primária à Saúde.

ABSTRACT The purpose of the study was to review pedagogical projects (PP) to identify the formation of the Physical Education professionals (PEF) in the context of Public Health in the best courses in Brazil. Methods: The 10 best PE undergraduate courses ranked in two national assessment systems were selected (National Education Performance Examination and Folha University Ranking) and the 10 best Universities in an international ranking (QS World University Rankings). Through a quick review, information was extracted from the PPs of 18 courses that met the inclusion criteria. Thirty-six subjects in the context of public health were located in the curricula. Regarding the average workload, less than 1% of the elective course schedule was dedicated to subjects on Public Health. The study revealed a scenario for the formation of Bachelors in PE far from the growth that the area has shown in the field of Public Health in recent years. It is important that PE undergraduate courses consider specific training in the context of Public Health, in order to favor the consolidation of the PEF's performance and the quality of its service in Primary Health Care.

[ application of management's new theories in nursing care]

This paper investigate the application of some management's new theories in nursing care in order to determine the similarities between management and nursing. The need of Health Services to be effectively managed was a prominent features of developed countries health policy in the 1980 s and early 1990. In the recent years, four management's new theories has identified: organizational excellence, total quality management, organizational culture and empowerment. Each of these new theories has key role in nursing care. This paper identifies similarities and convergences between management profession with nursing care, using application of management's new theories. The comparison between nursing care and management's new theories has been provided the collaboration and cooperation between nurses and management professions to deliver health care services to patients effectively