scholarly journals Perception of oral health in home care of caregivers of the elderly

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 650-659 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karla Bonfá ◽  
Soraya Fernandes Mestriner ◽  
Igor Henrique Teixeira Fumagalli ◽  
Luana Pinho de Mesquita ◽  
Alexandre Fávero Bulgarelli
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Elderly Individuals ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Elementary School Education ◽  
Dependent Elderly

Abstract Objective: to analyze the perception of caregivers of elderly persons regarding their own oral health care and that of the elderly individuals. Method: a descriptive-exploratory study with a qualitative approach was carried out. Semi-structured interviews with 13 caregivers were conducted, recorded and transcribed, and the Content Analysis technique was applied. Results: All respondents were informal caregivers, most of whom were female, aged over 50, married, had some degree of kinship with those receiving care, an incomplete elementary school education and no other occupation or job. After analyzing the interviews, the data were grouped into the following categories: a) home visits and health professionals; b) caregiver experience and care of the elderly; and c) the caregiver and their self-care. Conclusion: knowledge of caregivers’ perception of their own oral health and that of dependent/semi-dependent elderly persons assists in planning, promotion, prevention and health recovery. The work of a multi-professional team is therefore essential in the seeking out and instruction of these individuals.

scholarly journals Training of nursing students in integrated care for the elderly

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 186-193 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wanderson Carneiro Moreira ◽  
Ana Raquel Batista de Carvalho ◽  
Eliana Campêlo Lago ◽  
Fernanda Cláudia Miranda Amorim ◽  
Delmo de Carvalho Alencar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Integrated Care ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Training Process ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
University Center ◽  
Care For The Elderly

Abstract Objective: To analyze training in integrated health care for the elderly from the perspective of nursing students. Method: A descriptive and exploratory study with a qualitative approach was carried out using the action research method with the participation of 24 nursing students from a university center in Piauí, Brazil. Data were obtained through semi-structured interviews and submitted to content analysis. Results: Two thematic categories emerged: Perspectives on aging, violence and sexuality and A holistic approach to the elderly: integrating training and care. Conclusion: The perspective of the students on integrated care for the elderly is fragmented, stemming from the limitations of the training process for such care.

scholarly journals Group of experience with the elderly: psychosocial support in health promotion

Rev Rene ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 557 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laudicéia Noronha Xavier ◽  
Isabelle Cordeiro Nojosa Sombra ◽  
Annatália Meneses de Amorim Gomes ◽  
Gisele Lopes Oliveira ◽  
Cryslany Portela de Aguiar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychosocial Support ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Health Unit ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Group Data ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
The Social ◽  
Brazilian Northeast

To analyze the perception of the elderly on the importance of a group of experience. Methods: iIt is an exploratory, descriptive research with qualitative approach, developed at a Basic Health Unit in a county of the Brazilian northeast, with 13 elderly people attending the Group. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analysis by the thematic analysis technique. Results: three empirical categories were identified: motivation to seek the group of experience, perspective concerning this group and changes perceived through participation. Conclusion: the group of experience can represent a therapeutic moment for the elderly, serving as support and strengthening the elderly in the social context, making the improvement and development of abilities as 

Nutrition and hydration during labor: a nursing care

2011 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 604
Author(s):  
Israel Esteves Dias ◽  
Silvana Regina Rossi Kissula Souza ◽  
Marilene Loewen Wall ◽  
Juliana Taques Pessoa da Silveira
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Gastric Contents ◽  
Nutrition And Hydration ◽  
Controversial Topic ◽  
Investigación Cualitativa

ABSTRACTObjective: to verify how nursing care, related to nutrition and hydration in labor, is provided to laboring women. Method: this is about an exploratory study from qualitative approach developed at the obstetric ward of a school hospital in Curitiba city, from August to November 2007, with 10 low risk primiparous, semi-structured interviews were conducted with puerperal women, and analyzed according to Bardin content analysis technique, and five categories emerged. Results: nutrition and hydration during labor is still a controversial topic. Fasting during labor has been considered necessary for many years, due to the fear of gastric contents aspiration during anesthesia, but this is being reassessed by the humanization movement. Conclusion: The humanization of labor care is still a challenge in many hospitals, and nutrition during labor is a caution that should be implemented aiming the improvement of the care for women during childbirth as part of humanized care. Descriptors: labor; nursing care; nutrition; hydration; humanization.RESUMO Objetivo: verificar como ocorre o cuidado de enfermagem à parturiente frente às necessidades de nutrição e hidratação no trabalho de parto. Método: foi realizada uma pesquisa qualitativa exploratória, desenvolvida no centro obstétrico de uma maternidade escola no município de Curitiba, no período de agosto a novembro de 2007, com 10 primíparas de baixo risco, e as entrevistas semi-estruturadas, foram realizadas no puerpério e analisadas segundo Bardin, emergindo 5 categorias. Resultados: a alimentação e hidratação no trabalho de parto é ainda um tema controverso. O jejum durante o trabalho de parto foi considerado durante muito tempo, devido ao receio da aspiração do conteúdo gástrico na anestesia, porém com o movimento de humanização, esta prática está sendo reavaliada.  Conclusão: A humanização no trabalho de parto ainda é um desafio em muitas instituições hospitalares e a prática da alimentação no trabalho de parto é um cuidado que deve ser implementado buscando a melhoria da assistência à parturiente como parte do cuidado humanizado. Descritores: trabalho de parto; cuidado de enfermagem; alimentação; hidratação; humanização.RESUMENObjetivo: determinar cómo ocurre el cuidado de la enfermaje a la parturienta frente las necesidades de la nutrición y la hidratación en el trabajo del parto. Método: una investigación cualitativa, de carácter exploratorio, desarrollado en un centro obstetricio de una escuela maternidad en el municipio de Curitiba, en el periodo de agosto hasta septiembre de 2007, con diez primiparas de bajo riesgo. Las encuestas semi-estructuradas, se realizaron en el puerperio y, analisadas según Bardin, surgieron cinco categorías. Resultados: la alimentación y la hidratación en el trabajo del parto sigue siendo un tema controvertido. El ayuno durante el trabajo de parto fue considerado por mucho tiempo, debido al miedo de la aspiracion del contenido gastrico de la anestesia, pero con el movimiento de la humanización, esta pratica sigue en revalorización. Conclusión: la humanización en el trabajo del parto sigue siendo un reto en muchos hospitales y la práctica de la alimentacion en el trabajo del parto es todavia una precaución que se deben implementar con el objetivo de mejorar la assistência y la atención a la parturienta como parte del cuidado humanizado. Descriptores: trabajo del parto; cuidado de enfermería; alimentación; hidratación; humanización.

scholarly journals Home-based oral healthcare strategies of elderly people with Alzheimer's disease

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 851-860 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alessandra Martins Ferreira Warmling ◽  
Silvia Maria Azevedo dos Santos ◽  
Ana Lúcia Schaefer Ferreira de Mello
Keyword(s):  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Elderly Person ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Oral Health Care ◽  
University Graduates ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Home Based

Abstract Objective: To identify strategies used in the oral health care of elderly persons with Alzheimer's disease in the home. Method: an exploratory, descriptive study with a qualitative approach to collecting and analyzing data was performed. Data was collected through interviews with 30 caregivers and analyzed by the content analysis technique. Results: The majority of subjects were female, daughters of the elderly person, university graduates and aged 32-77 years. The strategies identified were grouped into categories according to the participation of the caregiver: does not participate in care actions or oral health assessments; reminds the elderly person about oral hygiene, demonstrates movements and assists with some procedures; directly carries out actions of care. Conclusion: The strategies employed are related to the degree of dependence of the elderly person, as the caregiver acts based on the need for oral health care and the difficulties in carrying out such care.

scholarly journals Idosos atendidos em unidade básica de saúde: experiências sobre polimedicação

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (14) ◽  
pp. 245
Author(s):  
Cathia Valadão Silva ◽  
Elza de Fátima Ribeiro Higa ◽  
Maria José Sanches Marin ◽  
Flávia Cristina Goulart ◽  
Carlos Alberto Lazarini
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Health Center ◽  
Health Resources ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Health Unit ◽  
Basic Health ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Elderly Users ◽  
Excessive Quantity

Resumo: O envelhecimento acarreta múltiplas alterações e doenças, intensificando, assim, a necessidade de recursos de saúde. A literatura aponta que, nesta fase da vida, é frequente a polimedicação, caracterizada pelo uso de cinco ou mais medicamentos. Logo, objetivou-se compreender as experiências de idosos sobre o significado da polimedicação. Pesquisa com abordagem qualitativa, a partir de entrevistas com 14 idosos, atendidos em Unidade Básica de Saúde, as quais foram gravadas, transcritas e, posteriormente, submetidas à técnica de Análise de Conteúdo, modalidade temática. Na análise, emergiram três categorias temáticas: Saúde e longevidade, Quantidade excessiva, e Confiança no médico. Idosos usuários de Unidade Básica de Saúde, ao serem estimulados a refletir sobre o significado do uso diário de cinco ou mais medicamentos, expressaram experiências acerca da polimedicação.Palavras-chave: Idosos; Polimedicação; Centros de Saúde. Elderly attended in the basic health unit: experiences on polymedicationAbstract: Aging brings multiple changes and diseases, thus intensifying the need for health resources. The literature indicates that, at this stage of life, polymedication is frequent, characterized by the use of five or more drugs. Therefore, it was aimed to understand the experiences of the elderly about the meaning of the polymedication. Research with a qualitative approach, based on interviews with 14 elderly people, attended at a Basic Health Unit, which were recorded, transcribed and later submitted to the Content Analysis technique, thematic modality. In the analysis, three thematic categories emerged: Health and longevity, Excessive Quantity, and Trust in the physician. Elderly users of the Basic Health Unit, when being stimulated to reflect on the meaning of the daily use of five or more medications, expressed experiences about the polymedication.Keywords: Elderlies; Polypharmacy; Health Center. 

scholarly journals Scientific production on housing for autonomous elderly persons: an integrative literature review

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 713-721 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roberta de Miranda Henriques Freire ◽  
Nivaldo Carneiro Junior
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Public Housing ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Scientific Production ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Housing Policies ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Housing For The Elderly

Abstract Objective: To analyze Brazilian scientific production on housing for autonomous elderly persons. Method: A descriptive, analytical integrative review type study was carried out. The following guiding question was defined: what is the Brazilian scientific production relating to housing for autonomous elderly persons in indexed on-line periodicals from 2000 to 2015? Results: Thirty-three articles were identified in total, of which only 13 met the inclusion criterion. Using the Content Analysis technique, the following categories were formed: Modalities of housing for the elderly; Public housing policies for the elderly and Housing and quality of life. Conclusion: Most of the studies discussed types of housing for the elderly, falling into the category "Modalities of housing for the elderly", and identifying a tendency towards one-person dwellings. In relation to the category "Public housing policies for the elderly", the articles reflected on the rights and the guarantees of the elderly in relation to a suitable home. The "Housing and quality of life" category aimed to compare the quality of life of elderly people living alone or with a partner, as well as their perception of exclusive condominium developments for this population. There is a need for research on the issue in question, since there is an increase in the number of elderly people without housing, making it necessary for the state to meet this demand.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Related to Oral Care Among the Elderly in Hong Kong Community

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (21) ◽  
pp. 8088
Author(s):  
Florence M.F. Wong
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Oral Care ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Risk Groups ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Elderly Individuals ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Education Levels ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background: The oral health of elderly populations is a significant concern, as it is closely linked to general health and health-related quality of life. Poor oral health exacerbates oral diseases, leading to an increased risk of non-communicable diseases and self-care dependence, particularly in the elderly, worldwide. Knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) play influential roles in individual oral care. However, the evidence of KAP related to oral care among the elderly is still inadequate. Objective: This study aimed to examine KAP and their associated factors related to oral care among the elderly community. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive design was used. The eligible subjects were recruited, using convenience sampling and snowball sampling. Results: A total of 385 elderly individuals were included, and 51.4% were women. The mean age was 71.66 (SD 6.28). Knowledge was reportedly poor, as more than 50% elderly answered several questions incorrectly. The mean attitude and practices scores were 44.94 (SD 6.33) and 68.90 (SD 10.44), respectively. There was a significant correlation among knowledge, attitudes, and practices (p < 0.001). Multivariable regression analysis revealed numerous factors had remarkably significant association with knowledge [R2 = 0.30, F (4,380) = 11.96, p < 0.001], attitudes [R2 = 0.28, F (6,378) = 9.27, p < 0.001], and practices [R2 = 0.31, F (5,379) = 12.34, p < 0.001], particularly education levels, full-time employment, and self-care independence. Conclusions: Based on the KAP theoretical model, KAP are closely interrelated. Identified factors associated with KAP are useful to understand at-risk groups. Elderly individuals at lower education levels, with poor family support and inadequate self-care independence, have poor KAP related to oral care. Therefore, this study improves insight for health promotion developers, suggesting that more attention should be paid to at-risk elderly groups’ oral health. To enhance participation in dental care and improve oral care performance in the elderly, educational program containing oral health knowledge should be offered to at-risk groups. Family support and involvement are also important for improving oral care among elderly individuals.

Les motifs du suicide gériatrique: une étude exploratoire

2003 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 197-205
Author(s):  
Luc Legris ◽  
Michel Préville
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care System ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Basic Needs ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Need To Belong ◽  
Psychological Autopsy ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Care System

ABSTRACTFive semi-structured interviews were conducted, using the psychological autopsy method, in order to document the causes of geriatric suicide and to describe the interaction among suicidal elderly persons, their personal and social environments, and health care professionals. The results of this study support our hypothesis that elderly persons view suicide as a means of alleviating the psychological suffering associated with the frustration they experience on account of their inability to satisfy their basic needs. Three types of basic needs that affect the suicidal tendency of elderly persons were identified: the need to self-actualize, the need to belong, and the need to feel safe. The results also show that the people who make up the social and personal environment of elderly persons have a limited role in the prevention of suicide. This is due to their unfamiliarity with the problems surrounding the fulfilment of the basic needs of the suicidal elderly. Furthermore, as revealed in the cases studied here, the intervention of the health care system has centred mainly on the use of medication as a treatment for symptoms of psychological distress. The health care system pays little attention to the dissonance associated with the frustration suicidal elderly persons experience on account of their inability to satisfy their basic needs. Finally, the outcome of this qualitative study suggests that understanding the basic needs of the elderly can be very useful in understanding geriatric suicide.

scholarly journals Dental Functionality: construction and validation of an oral health indicator for institutionalized elderly persons in the city of Natal, Rio Grande do Norte

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 389-396
Author(s):  
Natália Cristina Garcia Pinheiro ◽  
Yan Nogueira Leite de Freitas ◽  
Tamires Carneiro de Oliveira ◽  
Vinícius Carlos Duarte Holanda ◽  
Paulo Sérgio Silva Pessoa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Rio Grande ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Term Care ◽  
Institutionalized Elderly ◽  
Care Facilities ◽  
The City

Abstract Objective: to suggest a composite indicator that identifies the oral health condition of institutionalized elderly persons. Method: an observational and cross-sectional study was performed. A total of 315 elderly persons were investigated in long-stay care facilities for the elderly in the city of Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. Such individuals underwent an epidemiological evaluation of their oral health conditions, based on the DMFT index, CPI and the PAL (periodontal attachment loss) index. Factor analysis was used to identify a relatively small number of common factors by principal component analysis. Results: five oral health variables were included in factor analysis, and using the Kaiser criterion, which considers the percentage of variance explained by the factors, a single factor which together explained 79.7% of the total variance of the variables included in the analysis model was selected. This factor was analyzed and interpreted according to the dimension to which it related, and was entitled the factor of Dental Functionality. Conclusion: this factor generated an objective indicator to characterize the oral health of the elderly in long-term care facilities for the elderly of Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, and represents a parameter for studies of the oral health outcomes of this elderly population. It also revealed a change in the dental profile of this population with more teeth present in the mouth and a reduction in edentulism.

scholarly journals Therapeutic Group of The Elderly: Knowledge About Diabetes Mellitus and Arterial Hypertension

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 243-247
Author(s):  
Thalita Araújo dos Santos ◽  
Murilo Silva Alves ◽  
Thais Silva Pereira Campos ◽  
Mônica Pinchemel Nascimento
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Food Control ◽  
Therapeutic Group ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Data Collection Technique

AbstractControl and the care are continuous challenges in the treatment of chronic diseases, and it is necessary to know the users’ realities in order to seek intervention alternatives. The study aimed to identify the participants’ knowledge in a therapeutic group of the elderly regarding diabetes mellitus and systemic arterial hypertension. Descriptive and exploratory study with a qualitative approach, conducted with 12 elderly in the therapeutic group. Semi-structured interviews were used as data collection technique. Data were transcribed and analyzed using the content analysis technique. In the results the category about the participants’ knowledge on the diseases emerged, namely: etiological factors; main signs, symptoms and complications; drug therapy; use of herbal medicines; food control; lifestyle and regular follow-up at the health unit. It was concluded that the participants have knowledge about the diseases; however, they cultivate habits that can trigger complications. Knowledge from experience should not be neglected, but should be directed towards achieving the goal of the therapeutic group, helping to improve the understanding of the elderly about their disease (s) and stimulating self-care.Keywords: Therapeutics. Health Education. Chronic Disease. Self-Care. ResumoO controle e o cuidado são desafios contínuos na terapêutica das doenças crônicas, sendo necessário conhecer as realidades dos usuários para buscar alternativas de intervenção. O estudo objetivou identificar o conhecimento dos participantes de um grupo terapêutico de idosos em relação ao diabetes mellitus e hipertensão arterial sistêmica. Estudo descritivo e exploratório, com abordagem qualitativa dos dados. A pesquisa foi realizada no munícipio de Itabuna na Bahia, na Unidade de Saúde da Família Simão Fitterman, no ano de 2014. Participaram do estudo 12 idosos do Sistema de Cadastramento e Acompanhamento de Hipertensos e Diabéticos (HIPERDIA), que participaram das reuniões do grupo terapêutico de idosos. A técnica utilizada para coleta de dados foi a entrevista com roteiro semiestruturado, realizadas nas reuniões do grupo terapêutico da unidade referida. O instrumento de coleta foi composto por dados sócio demográficos, conceitos e fatores desencadeantes das doenças estudadas, tratamento não farmacológico, complicações, prevenção e noções de autocuidado. Concluiu-se que os participantes possuem conhecimento sobre as doenças, entretanto cultivam hábitos que podem desencadear complicações. O conhecimento advindo da experiência, não deve ser negligenciado, mas direcionado ao alcance do objetivo do grupo terapêutico, contribuindo na melhoria do entendimento dos idosos sobre sua (s) doença (s), e estimulando o autocuidado.Palavras-chave: Terapêutica. Educação em Saúde. Doença Crônica. Autocuidado.

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