[Co-management of tuberculosis and diabetes: an integrative reviewManejo integrado de la tuberculosis y la diabetes: revisión integrativa]. / Manejo integrado de tuberculose e diabetes: uma revisão integrativa.

OBJECTIVE: To identify the evidence regarding the co-management of tuberculosis and diabetes available in the literature for the Latin-American context. METHOD: An integrative literature review was performed in the LILACS, Web of Science, and PubMed databases. The search strategy employed the terms "tuberculosis", "diabetes mellitus," and "integrated management." Open access articles reporting studies performed in Latin America, published from 2011 to 2017 in English, Spanish or Portuguese were included. The following information was collected: authors, design, sample, main results, country of study, and year of publication. The studies were also classified according to level of evidence. RESULTS: Twenty studies were included, 60% of which had low level of evidence (level IV). According to these studies, patients with diabetes are at increased risk for tuberculosis, especially those with poor glycemic control. In addition, tuberculosis-diabetes patients have delayed sputum conversion and higher probability of treatment failure and death. The prevalence of tuberculosis-diabetes comorbidity is higher in males. Information about tuberculosis and diabetes is poorly recorded or absent in medical charts or electronic files. The management of tuberculosis-diabetes comorbidity is associated with high cost. The multidisciplinary health care team plays a crucial role in the prevention and promotion of health at all levels of care. CONCLUSION: Bidirectional screening of tuberculosis-diabetes may facilitate the control of these disorders, especially in developing countries and endemic tuberculosis areas.

OBJETIVO: Identificar la evidencia científica disponible en la bibliografía sobre el manejo integrado de la tuberculosis y la diabetes en el contexto de América Latina. MÉTODOS: Se realizó una revisión integrativa de la bibliografía con búsqueda en las bases de datos LILACS, Web of Science y PubMed. Se efectuó una búsqueda empleando los términos "tuberculosis", "diabetes mellitus" y "manejo integrado". Se incluyeron artículos científicos de estudios realizados en América Latina, publicados desde 2011 hasta 2017, disponibles en acceso libre y texto completo en inglés, español o portugués. La información recolectada incluyó datos relativos a los autores, diseño, muestra, resultados principales, país y año de la publicación. Finalmente, se clasificaron los estudios según los niveles de evidencia. RESULTADOS: Se incluyeron 20 estudios, de los cuales el 60% presentó evidencia científica baja (nivel IV). Según estos estudios, los pacientes con diabetes tienen mayor riesgo de desarrollar tuberculosis, especialmente aquellos con un control ineficaz de la glucemia. Además, los pacientes con tuberculosis y diabetes presentan un retraso en la conversión del esputo y una mayor probabilidad de fracaso terapéutico y de morir. En el sexo masculino existe mayor prevalencia de la asociación de tuberculosis y diabetes. En cuanto a los registros de tuberculosis y diabetes en las historias clínicas o fichas electrónicas de información en los servicios de salud, hay deficiencia o falta de anotaciones. Se identificó un alto costo financiero relacionado con el manejo clínico en los individuos con ambas enfermedades. El equipo multidisciplinario tiene un papel imprescindible en la prevención y la promoción de la salud en los tres niveles de atención. CONCLUSIÓN: El rastreo bidireccional de la tuberculosis y la diabetes puede implicar un mejor control de estas enfermedades, principalmente en los países en desarrollo y en las áreas endémicas para la tuberculosis.

[Communication in the coordination practices of socioeducational groups in family health]. / Comunicação nas práticas de coordena o de grupos socioeducativos na saúde da família.

The purpose of this study was to assess the forms of communication used by coordinators in socioeducational groups in family health programmes. This qualitative, descriptive and exploratory study was conducted with 25 coordinators of groups in eight basic health units from Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Data collection comprised non-participant observation and semistructured interviews with the coordinators. The theoretical basis for research was Bakhtin's formulations and references on communication and health. The gathered information showed that the body, health and disease triad was communicated in groups through different channels and at different levels of discourse. Our conclusion is that coordinators must adopt an approach that values the expression of participants, not just regarding the physical dimensions of health, but also the life of each participant, and should use various forms of communication to foster dialogical educational actions and means for interaction in groups.

[The development of public policies for elderly care in Brazil]. / O desenvolvimento de políticas públicas de atenção ao idoso no Brasil.

The objective of this documental analysis is to discuss the legal aspects involved in the development of elderly care policies in Brazil, considering the socio-historical-political context, and in view of the aspects that outline the wellbeing of an aged individual. Data collection was performed between June and September of 2010 via governmental websites. Documents were included if they complied with the proposed objective; were connected with elderly care policies, and lay within the legal accomplishments regarding elderly care policies in 2006 and the Elói Chaves Law of 1923. This analysis indicated that elderly wellbeing depends significantly on resource allocation in sectors other than the healthcare area, with emphasis on the elderly in the labor market and the feminization of old age. It is expected that the community and administrators will discuss the needs of the elderly population and the integration of care networks that remain necessary for the heterogeneity of this population.

Factors associated with frailty syndrome in elderly people with Parkinson's disease.

OBJECTIVES: to analyze the sociodemographic and clinical factors associated with frailty in the elderly with Parkinson's disease in the context of a Specialized Health Care Service for the Elderly. METHODS: documentary, analytical, correlational, cross-sectional study carried out with 230 elderly people with Parkinson's. The medical records of the patients were evaluated with a focus on two instruments: Clinical-Functional Vulnerability Index - 20; and the Multidimensional Assessment Care Plan. RESULTS: predominance of elderly people between 80 and 89 years old; women; with low education; classified as fragile. There was a correlation between frailty and the variables: sex; age; age group; schooling; motor manifestations; non-motor manifestations; Hoehn and Yahr staging and time to diagnosis. CONCLUSIONS: high simultaneity of frailty conditions and Parkinson's disease was observed. It is believed that the results will be able to help the structuring of protocols for nursing performance in a systematic way in the promotion of self-care of these individuals.

"We are humans after all": Family caregivers' experience of caring for dependent older adults in Brazil. / "A gente não é de ferro": Vivências de cuidadores familiares sobre o cuidado com idosos dependentes no Brasil.

This paper aims to understand the experiences of family caregivers with dependent older adults in Brazil and the consequences of caring for dependent older adults in the family caregiver's life. This is a qualitative multicenter study employing dialectical hermeneutics as a theoretical framework. In-depth interviews were conducted with 84 family caregivers in Brasília, Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, Fortaleza, Teresina, Porto Alegre, and Araranguá, and Manaus. The thematic analysis yielded three categories: motivations for taking on the caregiving role, influences on the family caregiver's life, coping, and self-care modalities. The care assumed is influenced by affective relationships with older adults and ethical and moral responsibilities. The influences are related to the lack of preparation for caregiving, financial hardship, restricted freedom, and physical and mental health problems. Coping strategies were religion, spirituality, turn-taking between family caregivers, and learning about the tasks. Women predominate in caregiving due to cultural, ethical, and moral reasons. However, family caregivers often lack guidance and require protection and a support network.

O artigo visa compreender a vivência dos(as) cuidadores(as) familiares com a pessoa idosa dependente no Brasil, bem como entender as consequências dos cuidados de idosos dependentes na vida do cuidador familiar. Estudo multicêntrico, de caráter qualitativo, com referencial teórico hermenêutico-dialético. Foram realizadas entrevistas em profundidade com 84 cuidadores familiares nas cidades de Brasília, Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, Fortaleza, Teresina, Porto Alegre, Araranguá e Manaus. Da análise temática, emergiram três categorias: motivações para assumir o papel de cuidador; influências na vida do cuidador familiar; e modalidades de enfrentamento e de cuidado de si. O cuidado assumido é influenciado pelas relações afetivas com o idoso e pela responsabilidade ética e, também, moral. As influências dizem respeito a despreparo para o cuidado, dificuldades financeiras, cerceamento da liberdade e problemas de saúde física e mental. A religião, a espiritualidade, a alternância entre os cuidadores familiares no cuidado e o aprendizado sobre essas tarefas foram estratégias de enfrentamento. A mulher predomina no ato de cuidar por motivações culturais, éticas e morais. Mas frequentemente falta orientação aos cuidadores familiares, que precisam de uma rede de apoio e proteção.

Older adults frailty in Primary Health Care: a geoprocessing-based approach. / Fragilidade em idosos na Atenção Primária à Saúde: uma abordagem a partir do geoprocessamento.

This paper aimed to analyze the spatial distribution of older adults' frailty in primary health care, spatially identifying areas with a concentration of seniors, comparing the demand for care. This is an analytical study that employed spatial analysis with older adults who are frail or at risk of frailty enrolled in Primary Health Care, distributed in 32 census tracts. Concerning geolocation, we used Google Earth Pro software and "C7 GPS Data app", to elaborate the thematic and cadastral maps Qgis 2.16. In total, 43% of seniors were classified as at risk of frailty, of which 79.5% were female, with a mean age of 75 years. The organization of the services showed an unequal distribution of the facilities in the territory, and the three health care settings present or not in some tracts and the concentration of older adults where services were difficult to access. The spatial analysis pointed out the distribution and concentration areas of frailty, favoring the comparison of social vulnerability with the possible care of health services, supporting planning actions and management of the distribution of establishments or projects to visit those in need. Thus, geoinformation tools can strengthen access to health services and provide better living conditions for seniors.

O objetivo foi analisar a distribuição espacial da fragilidade em idosos na atenção primária à saúde identificando espacialmente áreas com concentração de idosos comparando a demanda por atendimento. Estudo analítico que utilizou análise espacial com idosos frágeis ou em risco de fragilização cadastrados na Atenção Primária à Saúde, distribuídos em 32 setores censitários. Para geolocalização utilizou-se software Google Earth Pro e "app C7 GPS Dados", para elaboração dos mapas temático e cadastral o Qgis 2.16. Classificou-se em risco de fragilização 43% dos idosos, sendo 79,5% do sexo feminino, com média de idade 75 anos. A organização dos serviços apresentou distribuição desigual das unidades no território, com os três cenários de atenção à saúde presentes ou não em alguns setores, e concentração de idosos onde os serviços tinham difícil acesso. A análise espacial apontou a distribuição e áreas de concentração da fragilidade, favorecendo a comparação da vulnerabilidade social com a potencialidade de atendimento por parte dos serviços de saúde, dando suporte a ações de planejamento e gestão de distribuição de unidades ou projetos de visita aos necessitados. Assim, as ferramentas de geoinformação são potenciais ao fortalecimento do acesso a serviços de saúde e melhores condições de vida do idoso.

Brazilian public policy for chronic kidney disease prevention: challenges and perspectives.

Chronic kidney disease is a pathology with exponential increasing prevalence worldwide. This trend derives mainly from population aging and the growth of chronic conditions, making prevention a priority in public health. Thus, this observation instigates debates on the advances and challenges in public policies aimed at facing the progression of this disease and its risk factors in a contemporary reality that requires changes in the management models of chronic conditions. Brazilian and international experiences show that actions to prevent chronic kidney disease in risk groups remain incipient, especially in low-income countries. This area requires investment, supporting planning individualized, interdisciplinary and shared care with primary health care, as well as the user's responsibility for their care, with proactivity and establishment and monitoring of goals to achieve satisfactory results.

Quality of life of older adults admitted to a Medical Clinic Unit of a Public Hospital in Brazil.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the quality of life of older adults admitted to the Medical Clinic Unit of a public hospital in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, to correlate the quality of life with the functionality proposed by the Katz index, and to characterize the clinical and epidemiological profile of the studied population. METHOD: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach. Data collection was performed through applying the Nottingham Health Profile instrument and the Katz Index instrument. RESULTS: 116 older adults participated. The quality of life found in the study was considered good. It correlated with the Katz index (the more dependent, the worse the quality of life), the number of comorbidities (the higher the number of comorbidities, the worse the quality of life) and the family structure who lived with the older adults (there was worse quality of life for older adults who lived with their children). CONCLUSION: In this study it was found that the quality of life in the evaluated sample was good and that it is related to functionality, the number of comorbidities and with whom the older adult lives. Thus, poor quality of life cannot be associated with hospitalization in this sample.

[The conception of aging based on Kurt Lewin's psychological field theory and group dynamics]. / A concepção de envelhecimento com base na teoria de campo de Kurt Lewin e a dinâmica de grupos.

The study sought to reflect on the applicability of Kurt Lewin's psychological field theory to the conception of aging. It involved a reflexive approach to the use of Kurt Lewin's field theory to define and legitimize the experience of aging, and as a strategy for qualifying health professionals as mediators in the dynamics of elderly people's groups. It made it possible to observe that the elderly behave according to their perceptions and not in accordance with reality, react according to what is comfortable or not with their cognitions. Stimulating the elderly to make positive subjective interpretations of other people, things and the aging process induces the idea of satisfaction. And the dynamics of groups can foster the development of a collective action of discussion and reflection on aging. In this sense, the applicability of this theory to the experience of aging can enhance the perception of the elderly themselves as protagonists of interventions and endowed with judgments about well-being and the quality of life.

O estudo objetivou refletir sobre a aplicabilidade da teoria de campo de Kurt Lewin na concepção de envelhecimento. Trata-se de uma abordagem reflexiva sobre o uso da teoria de campo de Kurt Lewin para definir e legitimar a experiência de envelhecer, e como estratégia para a qualificação de profissionais de saúde como mediadores em dinâmicas de grupos de idosos. Pôde-se observar que o idoso comporta-se de acordo com suas percepções e não de acordo com a realidade, reage conforme aquilo que é confortável ou não com suas cognições. Estimular os idosos a realizarem interpretações subjetivas positivas acerca de outras pessoas, coisas e o processo de envelhecimento lhe induzirão a ideia de satisfação. E as dinâmicas de grupos podem proporcionar o desenvolvimento de uma ação coletiva de discussão e reflexão sobre o envelhecimento. Nesse sentido, a aplicabilidade dessa teoria na experiência de envelhecer pode valorizar a percepção dos próprios idosos como protagonistas de intervenções e dotados de julgamentos sobre bem-estar e qualidade de vida.

Vulnerabilidade clínico funcional e condições de saúde de idosos com doença de Parkinson / Clinical functional vulnerability and health conditions of elderly people with Parkinson's disease / Vulnerabilidad clínica funcional y condiciones de salud de personas mayores con enfermedad de Parkinson

Objetivo: caracterizar a vulnerabilidade clinico funcional e as condições de saúde de idosos com Parkinson de um serviço de atenção especializada de um município de grande porte brasileiro. Método: trata-se de um estudo documental, transversal, realizado com 230 idosos com diagnóstico de Doença de Parkinson. Foram avaliados os prontuários dos pacientes com enfoque nos instrumentos.: Índice de Vulnerabilidade Clínico Funcional-20 e o Plano de Cuidados da avaliação multidimensional. As análises estatísticas foram realizadas utilizando o software R. Resultados: predomínio de idosos entre 80 e 89 anos, sexo feminino e baixa escolaridade. Apresentaram como principais marcadores de vulnerabilidade clinico funcional o comprometimento da mobilidade, incontinência urinária, sarcopenia, marcha/quedas, distúrbio de humor, comorbidade múltipla e polifarmácia. Conclusão: os achados mostraram alta prevalência de comprometimento funcional na doença de Parkinson. Acredita-se que os resultados possam contribuir na melhoria do cuidado a essa população, possibilitando aos profissionais da enfermagem atuarem na promoção do autocuidado

Objective: to characterize the clinical-functional vulnerability and health conditions of elderly people with Parkinson's in a specialized care service in a large Brazilian city. Method: this is a documentary, cross-sectional study, carried out with 230 elderly people diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Patient records were evaluated focusing on the instruments: Functional Clinical Vulnerability Index-20 and the multidimensional assessment Care Plan. Statistical analyzes were carried out using the R software. Results: predominance of elderly people between 80 and 89 years old, female and with low education. The main markers of clinical-functional vulnerability were mobility impairment, urinary incontinence, sarcopenia, gait/falls, mood disorder, multiple comorbidities and polypharmacy. Conclusion: the findings showed a high prevalence of functional impairment in Parkinson's disease. It is believed that the results can contribute to improving care for this population, enabling nursing professionals to work to promote self-care

Objetivos:caracterizar la vulnerabilidad clínico-funcional y las condiciones de salud de personas mayores con Parkinson en un servicio de atención especializada de una gran ciudad brasileña. Método: se trata de un estudio documental, transversal, realizado con 230 personas mayores diagnosticadas con Enfermedad de Parkinson. Se evaluaron los expedientes de los pacientes centrándose en los instrumentos: Índice de Vulnerabilidad Clínica Funcional-20 y Plan de Cuidados de la evaluación multidimensional. Los análisis estadísticos se realizaron mediante el software R. Resultados: predominio de personas mayores entre 80 y 89 años, del sexo femenino y con baja escolaridad. Los principales marcadores de vulnerabilidad clínico-funcional fueron la alteración de la movilidad, la incontinencia urinaria, la sarcopenia, la marcha/caídas, los trastornos del estado de ánimo, las comorbilidades múltiples y la polifarmacia. Conclusión: los hallazgos mostraron una alta prevalencia de deterioro funcional en la enfermedad de Parkinson. Se cree que los resultados pueden contribuir para mejorar la atención a esta población, permitiendo a los profesionales de enfermería trabajar para promover el autocuidado

Translation and content validation of the Geriatric Institutional Assessment Profile for Brazil.

OBJECTIVE: to describe the process of content adaptation and validation of the Geriatric Institutional Assessment Profile (GIAP) for nurses working in the health care for older adults in Brazilian hospitals. METHOD: methodological study conducted in five stages: initial translation, synthesis of initial translation, back translation, evaluation by committee of judges, and pre-test for cultural adaptation of the instrument. RESULTS: the instrument evaluation had good agreement between the judges, with general content validity of 0.94. The items of the translated version evaluated as unsatisfactory by the judges were reformulated from the professionals' considerations in each group. Thirty-one subjects participated in the study. They considered the instrument easy-to-understand and suggested minor adjustments in some items. CONCLUSION: the content of the Brazilian version of the GIAP is considered adapted and validated, with potential use in hospital institutions. The next stage will be to submit the instrument to the evaluation process of its psychometric properties for use in Brazilian populations.

Factors associated with metabolic syndrome in older adults: a population-based study.

OBJECTIVE: To estimate the prevalence of the metabolic syndrome and clusters of its components and to identify possible associated factors in older adults. METHOD: Cross-sectional and population-based study, involving 271 older people. We collected sociodemographic, behavioral, clinical, biochemical, and anthropometric data. Data were analyzed by descriptive and logistic regression techniques. RESULTS: The prevalence of metabolic syndrome was 59% and was associated with women, overweight/obesity, and the C-reactive protein. Concerning the clusters, 11.4% of the sample had all the components of the metabolic syndrome, and only 5.2% of individuals did not have any of its components. CONCLUSION: We found there is a high prevalence of metabolic syndrome and clusters of its components in older adults. It is important to deepen studies on this matter, considering clinical aspects in relation to sex and healthy behavioral habits for creating public policies as well as emphasizing actions aimed at promoting self-care in all cycles of life.

Risk strata and quality of care for the elderly in Primary Health Care. / Estratos de risco e qualidade do cuidado à pessoa idosa na Atenção Primária à Saúde.

OBJECTIVE: to identify patterns of associations between the degree of compliance to laboratory test requests by risk strata and the parameters of quality of care outcomes in primary health care (PHC). METHOD: a cross-sectional study involving 108 elderly patients with hypertension and/or diabetes treated in PHC. A semi-structured questionnaire and electronic medical record data were used. To evaluate the quality of care, the Patient Assessment of Chronic Illness Care (PACIC) questionnaire was used. Descriptive analysis, multiple correspondence analysis and k-means grouping were performed. RESULTS: it was observed low compliance of the care practice, standing out as the worst parameter the evaluation of the diabetic foot (2.2%). Three clusters were identified, with cluster 1 having the highest number of individuals (37.0%), with better indicators of quality of care, evidenced by above 50% of compliance with laboratory tests (75.0%), high PACIC score (47.2%), control of blood pressure (70.0%) and metabolic levels (95.0%), and satisfaction with health (92.5%) and health access (90.0%). In contrast, cluster 3 (29.6%) was made up of individuals with worse outcomes of care. CONCLUSION: low compliance of care practice and asymmetries among health actions and users' needs were observed, indicating failures in the care process in PHC.

Assessment of the quality of primary care for the elderly according to the Chronic Care Model.

OBJECTIVE: to evaluate the quality of care provided to older people with diabetes mellitus and/or hypertension in the Primary Health Care (PHC) according to the Chronic Care Model (CCM) and identify associations with care outcomes. METHOD: cross-sectional study involving 105 older people with diabetes mellitus and/or hypertension. The Patient Assessment of Chronic Illness Care (PACIC) questionnaire was used to evaluate the quality of care. The total score was compared with care outcomes that included biochemical parameters, body mass index, pressure levels and quality of life. Data analysis was based on descriptive statistics and multiple logistic regression. RESULTS: there was a predominance of females and a median age of 72 years. The median PACIC score was 1.55 (IQ 1.30-2.20). Among the PACIC dimensions, the "delivery system design/decision support" was the one that presented the best result. There was no statistical difference between the medians of the overall PACIC score and individual care outcomes. However, when the quality of life and health satisfaction were simultaneously evaluated, a statistical difference between the medians was observed. CONCLUSION: the low PACIC scores found indicate that chronic care according to the CCM in the PHC seems still to fall short of its assumptions.

Temporal analysis of the functional status of older people in the state of Paraíba, Brazil.

OBJECTIVE: To verify the profile and the functional status of older people living in the state of Paraíba, Brazil, from a temporal perspective. METHOD: This was a descriptive study with secondary analysis of data from the Health Indicator and Aging Policy Monitoring system (SISAP-Idoso - Sistema de Indicadores de Saúde e Acompanhamento de Políticas do Idoso) between 2000 and 2010. RESULTS: Over the analyzed period, there was a growth of older women, people older than 85 years, residents of urban areas, older people who live alone and who are not responsible for the household. There was also a decrease of illiterate older people, with monthly income of up to one minimum wage and in poverty situations. Concerning the functional status, the proportion of older people who reported any permanent mental, motor, visual or hearing disabilities has increased. CONCLUSION: We suggest that the assistance must be directed towards environmental variables that can influence the functional state, such as illiteracy, low income and disabilities that contribute to the weakening of older people and must be overcome.

Factors associated with frailty syndrome in elderly people with Parkinson's disease / Factores relacionados a la síndrome de fragilidad en ancianos con enfermedad de Parkinson / Fatores associados à síndrome de fragilidade em idosos com doença de Parkinson

ABSTRACT Objectives: to analyze the sociodemographic and clinical factors associated with frailty in the elderly with Parkinson's disease in the context of a Specialized Health Care Service for the Elderly. Methods: documentary, analytical, correlational, cross-sectional study carried out with 230 elderly people with Parkinson's. The medical records of the patients were evaluated with a focus on two instruments: Clinical-Functional Vulnerability Index - 20; and the Multidimensional Assessment Care Plan. Results: predominance of elderly people between 80 and 89 years old; women; with low education; classified as fragile. There was a correlation between frailty and the variables: sex; age; age group; schooling; motor manifestations; non-motor manifestations; Hoehn and Yahr staging and time to diagnosis. Conclusions: high simultaneity of frailty conditions and Parkinson's disease was observed. It is believed that the results will be able to help the structuring of protocols for nursing performance in a systematic way in the promotion of self-care of these individuals.

RESUMEN Objetivos: analizar factores sociodemográficos y clínicos relacionados a la fragilidad en ancianos con enfermedad de Parkinson en el contexto de un Servicio de Atención Especializada en Salud del Anciano. Métodos: estudio documental, analítico, correlacional, de cohorte transversal, realizado con 230 ancianos con Parkinson. Fueron evaluados prontuarios de los pacientes basados en dos instrumentos: Índice de Vulnerabilidad Clínico-Funcional - 20; y el Plan de Cuidados de la evaluación multidimensional. Resultados: predominio de ancianos entre 80 y 89 años; sexo femenino; con baja escolaridad; clasificados como frágiles. Hubo correlación entre la fragilidad y las variables: sexo; edad; franja etaria; escolaridad; manifestaciones motoras; manifestaciones no motoras; estadios de Hoehn y Yahr y tiempo de diagnóstico. Conclusiones: constatado alta simultaneidad de las condiciones de fragilidad y enfermedad de Parkinson. Considerado que los resultados podrán auxiliar la estructuración de protocolos para actuación de la enfermería de manera sistematizada en la promoción del autocuidado de eses indivíduos.

RESUMO Objetivos: analisar os fatores sociodemográficos e clínicos associados à fragilidade em idosos com doença de Parkinson no contexto de um Serviço de Atenção Especializada em Saúde do Idoso. Métodos: estudo documental, analítico, correlacional, de corte transversal, realizado com 230 idosos com Parkinson. Foram avaliados os prontuários dos pacientes com enfoque em dois instrumentos: Índice de Vulnerabilidade Clínico-Funcional - 20; e o Plano de Cuidados da avaliação multidimensional. Resultados: predomínio de idosos entre 80 e 89 anos; sexo feminino; com baixa escolaridade; classificados como frágeis. Houve correlação entre a fragilidade e as variáveis: sexo; idade; faixa etária; escolaridade; manifestações motoras; manifestações não motoras; estadiamento de Hoehn e Yahr e tempo de diagnóstico. Conclusões: constatou-se alta simultaneidade das condições de fragilidade e doença de Parkinson. Acredita-se que os resultados poderão auxiliar a estruturação de protocolos para atuação da enfermagem de forma sistematizada na promoção do autocuidado desses indivíduos.

As relações da enfermagem no cuidado ao idoso na atenção primária / Nursing relations in the care of the elderly in primary care primaria / Relaciones de enfermería para el cuidado de ancianos en atención primaria

Objetivo: Compreender as relações da enfermagem no cuidado ao idoso na Atenção Primária na perspectiva do referencial teórico-filosófico de Foucault. Método: Estudo qualitativo de análise de conteúdo. Os sujeitos foram os enfermeiros da Atenção Primária de Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brasil. Para coleta de dados realizou-se cinco grupos focais com 8 participantes. Resultados: Emergiram as categorias: o suporte adequado para o cuidado ao idoso, o enfermeiro define a trajetória de cuidados ao idoso, as relações de poder-saber no atendimento ao idoso. Conclusão: O cuidado ao idoso a partir da Atenção Primária implica na compreensão das relações da enfermagem permeadas por poderes e saberes. Esta compreensão é importante para o desenvolvimento de interações qualificadas que potencializem as práticas de enfermagem como ações sociais consolidadas na rede de atenção para a saúde da pessoa idosa.

Objective: To understand the nursing relationships in the care of the elderly in Primary Care from the perspective of Foucault's theoretical-philosophical framework. Method: Qualitative study of content analysis. The subjects were Primary Care nurses from Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil. For data collection, five focus groups were held with 8 participants. Results: The following categories emerged: adequate support for the care of the elderly, the nurse defines the trajectory of care for the elderly, the power-knowledge relationships in the care of the elderly. Conclusion: Elderly care based on Primary Care implies the understanding of nursing relationships permeated by powers and knowledge. This understanding is important for the development of qualified interactions that enhance nursing practices as social actions consolidated in the health care network for the elderly.

Objetivo: Comprender las relaciones de enfermería en el cuidado del anciano en la Atención Primaria desde la perspectiva del marco teórico-filosófico de Foucault. Método: Estudio cualitativo de análisis de contenido. Los sujetos fueron enfermeros de Atención Primaria de Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brasil. Se realizaron cinco grupos focales con 8 participantes. Resultados: Surgieron las siguientes categorías: apoyo adecuado para el cuidado del anciano, la enfermera define la trayectoria del cuidado de los ancianos, las relaciones de poder-saber en el cuidado del anciano. Conclusión: El cuidado del anciano a partir de la Atención Primaria implica la comprensión de las relaciones de enfermería permeadas por competencias y saberes. Esta comprensión es importante para el desarrollo de interacciones cualificadas que potencien las prácticas de enfermería como acciones sociales consolidadas en la red de atención a la salud del anciano.

Self-care competence in the administration of insulin in older people aged 70 or over1.

OBJECTIVE: to analyze the self-care competence in the administration of insulin performed by older people aged 70 or over. METHOD: cross-sectional study carried out with 148 older people aged 70 or over, who performed self-administration of insulin. Data collection was carried out using a structured questionnaire and an adapted guide for the application of the Scale to Identify Self-Care Competence of Patients with Diabetes, at the participants' home. Data analysis included descriptive and inferential statistical tests, with forward logistic regression. RESULTS: the prevalence of self-care competence in the administration of insulin was 35.1%. Handwashing error was the most frequent in self-administration of insulin. Self-care competence was negatively associated with retirees and positively associated with senior patients who performed capillary blood glucose monitoring and skin pinching during insulin application. CONCLUSION: there was low self-care competence and it was associated with both the sociodemographic and the clinical characteristics with regard to self-application of insulin by the older people.

Validação psicométrica da versão brasileira do Geriatric Institutional Assessment Profile / Validación psicométrica de la versión brasileña del Geriatric Institutional Assessment Profile / Psychometric validation of the Brazilian version of the Geriatric Institutional Assessment Profile

Resumo Objetivo Avaliar as propriedades psicométricas do instrumento Geriatric Institutional Assessment Profile em uma amostra de enfermeiros brasileiros que atuam em instituições hospitalares. Métodos Estudo metodológico e transversal, realizado em uma amostra de 301 enfermeiros que atuavam na assistência a pacientes de cinco hospitais, localizados nos estados do Piauí e Minas Gerais. Foi utilizada a análise fatorial exploratória com a extração dos fatores pelo método dos componentes principais. Em seguida, aplicou-se a rotação Varimax. Foram avaliados os seguintes constructos correlatos: conhecimento geriátrico (escala Geriatric Nursing Knowledge/Attitudes); um que envolve barreiras institucionais e facilitadores de melhores práticas (escala Geriatric Care Environment) e outro que enfatiza a relação interpessoal e aspectos coordenativos da prática profissional (subescalas Professional Issues). Resultados A análise fatorial exploratória indicou que na versão brasileira da escala Geriatric Nursing Knowledge/Attitudes, 30 itens apresentaram cargas fatoriais adequadas (>=0,40) e definiram seis fatores. O total de variância explicada foi de 40,5%. Na escala Geriatric Care Environment, 28 itens foram adequados e definiram cinco fatores. O total de variância explicada foi de 59,27%. Nas subescalas Professional Issues, 45 itens foram adequados e definiram seis fatores. O total de variância explicada foi de 57,78%. Conclusão A versão brasileira do Geriatric Institucional Assessment Profile é válido e confiável e pode ser aplicada para avaliar as percepções, atitudes e conhecimentos acerca de distúrbios geriátricos mais comuns e identificar as barreiras enfrentadas por enfermeiros no desenvolvimento de uma assistência com qualidade.

Resumen Objetivo Evaluar las propiedades psicométricas del instrumento Geriatric Institutional Assessment Profile en una muestra de enfermeros brasileños que trabajan en instituciones hospitalarias. Métodos Estudio metodológico y transversal, realizado en una muestra de 301 enfermeros que trabajaban en la atención a pacientes de cinco hospitales ubicados en los estados de Piauí y Minas Gerais. Se utilizó el análisis factorial exploratorio con la extracción de los factores por el método de los componentes principales. A continuación, se aplicó la rotación Varimax. Se evaluaron los siguientes constructos correlacionados: conocimiento geriátrico (escala Geriatric Nursing Knowledge/Attitudes); uno que incluye barreras institucionales y facilitadores de mejores prácticas (escala Geriatric Care Environment) y otro que enfatiza la relación interpersonal y los aspectos de coordinación de la práctica profesional (subescalas Professional Issues). Resultados El análisis factorial exploratorio indicó que, en la versión brasileña de la escala Geriatric Nursing Knowledge/Attitudes, 30 ítems presentaron cargas factoriales adecuadas (>=0,40) y definieron a seis factores. El total de varianza explicada fue del 40,5 %. En la escala Geriatric Care Environment, 28 ítems fueron adecuados y definieron cinco factores. El total de varianza explicada fue del 59,27 %. En las subescalas Professional Issues, 45 ítems fueron adecuados y definieron a seis factores. El total de varianza explicada fue del 57,78 %. Conclusión La versión brasileña del Geriatric Institucional Assessment Profile es válida y confiable y se puede aplicar para evaluar las percepciones, actitudes y conocimientos sobre los disturbios geriátricos más comunes e identificar las barreras enfrentadas por enfermeros en el desarrollo de una atención de calidad.

Abstract Objective To evaluate the psychometric properties of the Geriatric Institutional Assessment Profile instrument in a sample of Brazilian nurses working in hospitals. Methods Methodological and cross-sectional study, carried out with a sample of 301 nurses who worked in the care of patients in five hospitals, located in the states of Piaui and Minas Gerais. Exploratory factor analysis was used with the extraction of factors by the mean components' method. Then, the Varimax rotation was applied. The following correlated constructs were evaluated: geriatric knowledge (Geriatric Nursing Knowledge/Attitudes scale); one that involves institutional barriers and facilitators of best practices (Geriatric Care Environment scale) and another one that emphasizes the interpersonal relationship and coordinating aspects of professional practice (Professional Issues subscales). Results Exploratory factor analysis indicated that in the Brazilian version of the Geriatric Nursing Knowledge/Attitudes scale, a total of 30 items had adequate factor loadings (>=0.40) and defined six factors. The total explained variance was 40.5%. In the Geriatric Care Environment scale, 28 items were adequate and defined five factors. The total explained variance was 59.27%. In the Professional Issues subscales, 45 items were adequate and defined six factors. The total explained variance was 57.78%. Conclusion The Brazilian version of the Geriatric Institutional Assessment Profile is valid and reliable and can be applied to assess perceptions, attitudes and knowledge about the most common geriatric disorders and identify barriers faced by nurses in the development of quality care.

Autorrelato da saúde de pacientes com tuberculose e diabetes: contribuição ao manejo integrado das comorbidades / Autoinforme de la salud de pacientes con tuberculosis y diabetes: contribución al manejo integrado de las comorbilidades / Self-report on the health of patients with tuberculosis and diabetes: contribution to the integrated management of comorbidities

RESUMO Objetivo: analisar o autorrelato da saúde de pacientes com tuberculose e com diabetes mellitus, por meio da procura por atendimento, identificação de sintomas e realização de exames diagnósticos pelos mesmos, visando contribuir com o manejo integrado das comorbidades. Métodos: estudo quantitativo, analítico, ocorrido em município de Minas Gerais, Brasil. Os dados foram coletados por meio de contato telefônico a pessoas com diabetes, já diagnosticadas, por meio de 10 equipes de saúde da família do município; e a pessoas com tuberculose, em tratamento, identificadas no Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação. Resultados: Foram contactados 411 pacientes com diabetes, com 159 respondentes, e entre os 72 pacientes com tuberculose, 16 atenderam às ligações telefônicas. Por meio do autorrelato foram identificados 34% de pacientes com diabetes e tosse concomitantes, maioria mulheres, 72%; Entre os pacientes com tuberculose, 37% realizaram glicemia de jejum nos três últimos meses, 12% possuíam diabetes autodeclarada. Considerações finais: os resultados mostraram fragilidades no atendimento prestado nos serviços de saúde relacionadas com o manejo integrado tuberculose-diabetes. Conhecer a relação entre essas doenças faz-se necessário a fim de contribuir para o enfrentamento das mesmas como problema de saúde pública. A enfermagem tem função importante na propagação do conhecimento e de ações que vislumbrem o manejo integrado da tuberculose e diabetes na busca da especificidade do cuidado.

RESUMEN Objetivo: analizar el autoinforme de la salud de pacientes con tuberculosis y diabetes mellitus, con base en la demanda por atención, identificación de síntomas y realización de exámenes diagnósticos, con finalidad de contribuir para el manejo integrado de las comorbilidades. Métodos: estudio cuantitativo y analítico ocurrido en municipio de Minas Gerais, Brasil. Los datos fueron recolectados de personas con diabetes ya diagnosticadas, vía contacto telefónico por diez equipos del programa Salud de la Familia del municipio, y de pacientes con tuberculosis en tratamiento, identificados en el Sistema de Información de Agravios de Notificación. Resultados: fueron contactados 411 pacientes con diabetes, con devolución de 159 encuestados, y 72 pacientes con tuberculosis, con devolución de 16. El autoinforme permitió identificar que 34% de pacientes presentaban diabetes y tos concomitantes y que 72% eran mujeres, mientras que de los pacientes con tuberculosis 37% realizaron glucemia de ayuno en los tres últimos meses y 12% poseían diabetes autodeclarada. Consideraciones finales: los resultados mostraron fragilidades en la atención prestada en los servicios de salud relacionados con el manejo integrado tuberculosis-diabetes. Es necesario conocer la relación entre esas enfermedades si se pretende contribuir al enfrentamiento de esas enfermedades como problema de salud pública. La enfermería tiene la importante función de propagar el conocimiento y las acciones que tienen por objetivo el manejo integrado de la tuberculosis y diabetes en la búsqueda de la especificidad del cuidado.

ABSTRACT Objective: to analyze the self-report of the health of patients with tuberculosis and diabetes mellitus, through the search for care, identification of symptoms and diagnostic tests performed by them, in order to contribute to the integrated management of comorbidities. Methods: quantitative, analytical study, carried out in a municipality of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Data were collected through telephone contact with people with diabetes, already diagnosed, through 10 family health teams in the municipality; and people with tuberculosis, under treatment, identified in the Notifiable Diseases Information System. Results: 411 patients with diabetes were contacted, with 159 respondents, and among the 72 patients with tuberculosis, 16 answered the phone calls. Through self-report, 34% of patients with concomitant diabetes and cough were identified, most of them women, 72%; Among patients with tuberculosis, 37% had fasting blood glucose in the last three months, 12% had self-reported diabetes. Final considerations: the results showed weaknesses in the care provided in health services related to the integrated management of tuberculosis-and diabetes. Knowing the relationship between these diseases is necessary in order to contribute to facing them as a public health problem. Nursing plays an important role in the propagation of knowledge and actions that envision the integrated management of tuberculosis and diabetes in the search for the specificity of care.