Representações sociais da autoproteção profissional e pessoal para Enfermeiros no contexto da COVID-19 / Social Representations of Professional and Personal Self-Protection for Nurses in the COVID-19 Context / Representaciones sociales de la autoprotección profesional y personal para enfermeros en el contexto del COVID-19

Objetivo: analisar as representações sociais da autoproteção profissional e pessoal dos enfermeiros no contexto da Covid-19. Método: estudo descritivo, com abordagem qualitativa, pautado na Teoria das Representações Sociais, abordagem processual. Participaram 30 enfermeiros que realizaram cuidados de enfermagem a pacientes com Covid-19, no Estado do Rio de Janeiro. A coleta de dados ocorreu por meio de entrevista semiestruturada entre abril e maio 2021, realizada em plataforma online. O tratamento dos dados foi realizado com a técnica de análise de conteúdo temático-categorial. Resultado: a análise resultou em quatro categorias: Representações sociais e práticas relativas a Covid-19; Representações sociais da autoproteção; Desafios no enfrentamento da Covid-19: autoproteção pessoal e profissional; e Estrutura e fluxo de atendimento e sua relação com a autoproteção profissional. Considerações finais: houve engajamento dos profissionais no uso dos EPI na pandemia, o que aponta uma preocupação quanto à autoproteção na prestação de cuidados à pacientes com a Covid-19.

Objective: to analyze the social representations of professional and personal self-protection among nurses in the context of Covid-19. Method: a descriptive study with a qualitative approach, based on the Social Representations Theory, using a procedural approach. Thirty nurses who provided nursing care to Covid-19 patients in the State of Rio de Janeiro participated in the study. Data collection took place through semi-structured interviews between April and May 2021, conducted on an online platform. Data analysis was performed using the thematic-categorical content analysis technique. Results: The analysis resulted in four categories of social representations and practices related to challenges in coping with Covid-19: personal and professional self-protection; Care structure and flow and its relationship with professional self-protection. Final considerations: There was engagement of professionals in the use of PPE during the pandemic, indicating a concern regarding self-protection in providing care to patients with Covid-19.

Objetivo: analizar las representaciones sociales de la autoprotección profesional y personal de los enfermeros en el contexto del Covid-19. Método: estudio descriptivo, con enfoque cualitativo, basado en la Teoría de las Representaciones Sociales, enfoque procesal. Participaron 30 enfermeros que brindaron cuidados de enfermería a pacientes con Covid-19 en el Estado de Río de Janeiro. La recolección de datos se llevó a cabo a través de entrevistas semiestructuradas entre abril y mayo de 2021, realizadas en una plataforma online. El procesamiento de los datos se realizó mediante la técnica de análisis de contenido temático categorial. Resultado: del análisis surgieron cuatro categorías: Representaciones sociales y prácticas relacionadas con el Covid-19; Representaciones sociales de la autoprotección; Desafíos de enfrentar el Covid-19: autoprotección personal y profesional; y Estructura y flujo de atención y su relación con la autoprotección profesional. Consideraciones finales: los profesionales demostraron compromiso en el uso de EPP durante la pandemia, lo que indica que se preocupaban por autoprotegerse durante la atención a pacientes con Covid-19.

A closer observation of the dedicated responsibilities of nurses at public hospitals in Bangladesh

Background: Nurses are important health caregivers in Bangladesh. They help to improve health-facilities every day and reach it to helpless people. This study aimed to assess the responsibilities of professional nurses in public health hospitals. Methods: The descriptive cross-sectional study conducted at Rajshahi Medical College (RMCH), Bangladesh from 18 September 2018 to 19 February 2019 included 300 individuals with following inclusion and exclusion criteria. A pre-tested questionnaire was used as a tool for data collection. Results: Majority of participants age range of 31-40y 46.33%, 41-50y 27%, 20-30y, and 51-60y 19% and 7.67%, respectively. Moreover, Female are 96.33% and males constitute only 7.74%. Based on religion, Muslim 87%, Hindu 10%, Christian 1.67%, and Buddhist 1.33%. Beginning of education, diploma was compared to very few with advanced training for instance Master's and Ph.D. 38.67% nurses were 1-5 years of experience. But only 11 had ?21 years of experience. A significant portion, 48.02%, had a good level of assessment of patients and 36.67% of individuals excelled at a high level of proficiency. While only 2% showed an inferior level of patient assessment. Improvement of quality care, the majority of respondents 48.33% good, 17.67% excellent, 21.67% average, and 3.33% poor quality care. Conclusions: Nurses are the key element of the healthcare system. The study outcomes showing their best to provide quality service despite of lack of resources. If the responsible authority has a deep look at this domain, in the future they could make a role model in Bangladesh.

Os enfermeiros e a síndrome de burnout no contexto da pandemia da COVID-19 / Nurses and burnout syndrome in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic

Introdução: A pandemia da COVID-19 tem impactado signicativamente a saúde mental dos profissionais de saúde, especialmente dos enfermeiros que estão na linha de frente do combate à doença. Nesse contexto, a síndrome de Burnout é um fenômeno que tem recebido destaque, pois pode levar ao esgotamento físico e emocional desses profissionais. Objetivo: Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar a relação entre enfermeiros e a síndrome de Burnout diante da pandemia da COVID-19. Método: Trata-se de revisão de literatura cientíca que abordam a temática em questão. Resultados: Os resultados apontam que a pandemia da COVID-19 aumentou a sobrecarga de trabalho dos enfermeiros, que têm enfrentado condições adversas de trabalho, como falta de equipamentos de proteção individual e o medo de contaminação. Essas condições têm levado a um aumento dos níveis de estresse e ansiedade entre os enfermeiros, o que pode contribuir para o desenvolvimento da síndrome de Burnout. Portanto, é necessário que sejam implementadas medidas de proteção aos profissionais de saúde, como a oferta de suporte emocional e psicológico, além de uma carga de trabalho adequada. Conclusão: A pandemia da COVID-19 teve um impacto signicativo na saúde mental dos profissionais da equipe de enfermagem, com aumento da prevalência de sintomas de depressão, ansiedade e estresse. É essencial fornecer suporte psicológico e emocional, melhorar as condições de trabalho e garantir o acesso a equipamentos de proteção adequados. Investir na saúde mental desses profissionais é fundamental para o bem-estar individual e a qualidade do cuidado aos pacientes. Instituições de saúde, gestores e profissionais devem reconhecer essa importância e trabalhar juntos para fornecer o suporte necessário durante e após a pandemia.(AU)

ntroduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has signicantly impacted the mental health of health professionals, especially nurses who are on the front lines of ghting the disease. In this context, the Burnout syndrome is a phenomenon that has been highlighted, as it can lead to physical and emotional exhaustion of these professionals. Objective: This article aims to analyze the relationship between nurses and the Burnout syndrome in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Method: For this purpose, books and scientic articles that address the subject in question were consulted. Results: The results show that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the workload of nurses, who have been facing adverse working conditions, such as lack of personal protective equipment and fear o f contamination. These conditions have led to increased levels of stress and anxiety among nurses, which may contribute to the development of the Burnout syndrome. Therefore, it is necessary to implement protective measures for health professionals, such as offering emotional and psychological support, in addition to an adequate workload. Conclusion: The COVID-19 pandemic had a signicant impact on the mental health of nursing staff, with an increased prevalence of symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress. It is essential to provide psychological and emotional support, improve working conditions and ensure access to adequate protective equipment. Investing in the mental health of these professionals is essential for individual well-being and the quality of patient care. Health institutions, managers and professionals must recognize this importance and work together to provide the necessary support during and after the pandemic.(AU)

Introducción: La pandemia de COVID-19 ha impactado signi cativamente la salud mental de los profesionales de la salud, especialmente las enfermeras que están en primera línea luchando contra la enfermedad. En este contexto, el síndrome de Burnout es un fenómeno que ha recibido atención, ya que puede provocar agotamiento físico y emocional de estos profesionales. Objetivo: Este artículo tiene como objetivo analizar la relación entre enfermeras y síndrome de Burnout ante la pandemia de COVID-19. Método: Se trata de una revisión de la literatura cientí ca que aborda el tema en cuestión. Resultados: Los resultados indican que la pandemia de COVID-19 ha aumentado la carga de trabajo de las enfermeras, quienes han enfrentado condiciones laborales adversas, como falta de equipos de protección personal y miedo a la contaminación. Estas condiciones han provocado mayores niveles de estrés y ansiedad entre las enfermeras, lo que puede contribuir al desarrollo del síndrome de Burnout. Por ello, es necesario implementar medidas de protección para los profesionales sanitarios, como ofrecer apoyo emocional y psicológico, además de una carga de trabajo adecuada. Conclusión: La pandemia de COVID-19 tuvo un impacto signi cativo en la salud mental de los profesionales del equipo de enfermería, con aumento en la prevalencia de síntomas de depresión, ansiedad y estrés. Es fundamental brindar apoyo psicológico y emocional, mejorar las condiciones laborales y garantizar el acceso a equipos de protección adecuados. Invertir en la salud mental de estos profesionales es fundamental para el bienestar individual y la calidad de la atención al paciente. Las instituciones, gestores y profesionales de la salud deben reconocer esta importancia y trabajar juntos para brindar el apoyo necesario durante y después de la pandemia. (AU)

Relação enfermeiro-pessoa afetada pela Tuberculose fundamentada na teoria do alcance de metas de imogene king / La relación enfermería-Persona afectada por la Tuberculosis, según la Teoría del logro de objetivos de imogene king / The nurse-tuberculosis patient relationship according to Imogene King's theory of goal achievement

Resumo Introdução: As ações desenvolvidas na Atenção Primária à Saúde são um dos pontos fortes de combate à tuberculose. Nesse nível de atenção, o contato contínuo do enfermeiro por meio da consulta de enfermagem permite manter relação com a população adoecida. Diante da relação enfermeiro-pessoa cuidada para o estabelecimento do vínculo e adesão ao tratamento contra tuberculose, compreende-se a importância do referencial teórico de Imogene King para estruturar a interação enfermeiro-pessoa cuidada e oferecer uma dinâmica para esse processo. Objetivo: Analisar a relação enfermeiro-pessoa afetada pela tuberculose fundamentada na Teoria do Alcance de Metas de Imogene King. Método: Estudo descritivo com abordagem qualitativa, com 14 enfermeiros da APS, selecionadas por conveniência. A coleta de dados ocorreu de agosto a novembro de 2018, por meio de entrevista semiestruturada, elaborada com base no Registro Meta-Orientado de Enfermagem de Imogene King. Os dados foram analisados de forme qualitativa pelo Software IRAMUTEQ. A pesquisa foi aprovada pelo Comitê de Ética. Resultados: Após a análise, emergiram quatro classes: 1) relação estabelecida com base no acolhimento; 2) relação enfermeiro-pessoa com tuberculose e o apoio de outros profissionais e familiares; 3) relação estabelecida com vistas ao cumprimento do tratamento; e 4) relação estabelecida para enfrentamento do preconceito diante da tuberculose. Conclusão: O acolhimento, a família e o vínculo entre profissional, paciente e equipe da Atenção Primária à Saúde fortalecem o enfrentamento da doença e reforçam a adesão ao tratamento medicamentoso.

Resumen Introducción: Uno de los puntos fuertes de la lucha contra la tuberculosis son las acciones desarrolladas en la atención primaria de salud. En este nivel asistencial, el contacto continuo de las enfermerías a través de la consulta de enfermería permite mantener una relación con la población enferma. Frente a la relación enfermería-persona para el establecimiento del vínculo y la adherencia al tratamiento contra la tuberculosis, se entiende la importancia del referente teórico de Imogene King para estructurar la interacción enfermería-persona y ofrecer una dinámica para este proceso. Objetivo: Análisis de la relación entre el personal de enfermería y las personas afectadas por la tuberculosis, a partir de la teoría del logro de objetivos de Imogene King. Método: Estudio descriptivo con abordaje cualitativo, con 14 enfermeras de atención primaria de salud, seleccionadas por conveniencia. La recolección de datos ocurrió de agosto a noviembre de 2018, a través de una entrevista semiestructurada, elaborada con base en el registro meta-orientado de enfermería de Imogene King. Los datos fueron analizados cualitativamente utilizando el software IRAMUTEQ. La investigación fue aprobada por el Comité de Ética. Resultados: Después del análisis, surgieron cuatro clases: 1) relación establecida con base en la recepción, 2) relación enfermería-persona con tuberculosis y apoyo de otras personas profesionales y familiares, 3) relación establecida con miras al cumplimiento del tratamiento y 4) relación establecida para combatir los prejuicios contra la tuberculosis. Conclusión: La acogida, la familia y el vínculo entre profesional, paciente y equipo de atención primaria de salud fortalecen el afrontamiento de la enfermedad y refuerzan la adherencia al tratamiento farmacológico.

Abstract Introduction: One of the main aspects in the fight against tuberculosis are the actions developed in Primary Health Care (PHC). At this level of care, the nurse's continuous contact through the nursing consultation allows them to maintain a relationship with the sick population. Regarding the nurse-patient relationship for establishing a bond and the compliance with tuberculosis treatment, we understand the importance of Imogene King's theoretical framework for structuring the nurse-patient interaction and offering a dynamic for this process. Objective: To analyze the nurse-tuberculosis patient relationship based on Imogene King's Theory of Goal Achievement. Method: A descriptive study with a qualitative approach, with 14 PHC nurses, selected by convenience. Data were collected from August to November 2018 through semi-structured interviews based on Imogene King's Meta-Oriented Nursing Record. The data were analyzed qualitatively using the IRAMUTEQ software. The research was approved by the Ethics Committee. Results: After the analysis, four classes emerged: 1) relationship established on the basis of welcoming; 2) nurse-tuberculosis patient relationship and the support of other professionals and family members; 3) relationship established towards treatment compliance; and 4) relationship established to confront prejudice associated with tuberculosis. Conclusion: The welcoming, the family, and the bond between the professional, the patient and Primary Health Care team strengthen the coping with the disease and reinforce the compliance with the pharmacological treatment.

Factores condicionantes de las varices en miembros inferiores y medidas preventivas en profesionales de enfermería de un hospital público del Perú / ConditioningfactorsofvaricoseveinsinlowerlimbsandpreventivemeasuresinnursingprofessionalsofapublichospitalinPerú

Objetivo: Analizar los factores condicionantes de las varices en miembros inferiores y el nivel de medidas preventivas en profesionales de enfermería del Hospital San Juan de Dios ­Pisco 2022. Material y métodos: Estudio cuantitativo, descriptivo, no experimental y transversal, con muestra de 92 profesionales de enfermería, con técnica de encuesta y como instrumento un cuestionario validado. Resultados: El 58,7% tuvo regular proporción de factores condicionantes de las várices, 47,8% con alta proporción, y 19,5% con baja proporción, por dimensiones se halló en cuanto a factores no modificables que el 55,4% tenía antecedentes familiares, 68,5% tuvo más de dos embarazos, y 79,3% con labor asistencial mayor de 5 años en factores modificables el 90,2% permanece 5 o más horas de pie, y 55,4% no realiza actividad física al menos 30 minutos diario. Las medidas preventivas fueron regulares en el 69,6%, buenas 20,7% y deficientes en el 9,7%, por dimensiones la alimentación fue mayormente regular 71,7%, actividad física deficiente 67,4%, y cuidados personales regulares 56,5%. Conclusiones: Los factores condicionantes de las várices son de regular proporción en los profesionales de enfermería del Hospital San Juan de Dios de Pisco, y las medidas preventivas son con mayor predominio regulares, existiendo brechas significativas que muestran la necesidad de mejorar las medidas preventivas a un nivel bueno para hacer frente a la gran proporción de factores condicionantes de las várices en este grupo de la población.

Objective: Analyze the determining factors of varicose veins in the lower limbs and the level of preventive measures in nursing professionals at the San Juan de Dios Hospital -Pisco 2022. Material and methods: Quantitative, descriptive, non-experimental and cross-sectional study, with a sample of 92 nursing professionals, using a survey technique and a validated questionnaire as an instrument. Results: 58.7% had a regular proportion of conditioning factors for varicose veins, 47.8% with a high proportion, and 19.5% with a low proportion, by dimensions it was found in terms of non-modifiable factors that 55.4% had a family history, 68.5% had more after two pregnancies, and 79.3% with care work for more than 5 years, in non-modifiable factors, 90.2% remain 5 or more hours on their feet, and 55.4% do not perform physical activity for at least 30 minutes daily. Preventive measures were regular in 69.6%, good in 20.7% and deficient in 9.7%. By dimensions, food was mostly regular 71.7%, physical activity deficient 67.4%, and regular personal care 56.5%. Conclusions: The conditioning factors of varicose veins are of a regular proportion in nursing professionals at the San Juan de Dios Hospital in Pisco, and preventive measures are more prevalently regular, with significant gaps showing the need to improve preventive measures at a good level to deal with the large proportion of conditioning factors of varicose veins in this population group.

Nurses' perceptions about management practices of nurse managers during pandemics: a descriptive and cross-sectional study

INTRODUCTION: Hospitals may not be able to manage the chaotic environment during pandemics through classical management principles. Management can only be achieved with the help of effective leadership, appropriate flow of crisis management systems, teamwork, and collaboration. Nurse managers should have effective management skills. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the perception of the nurse managers' practices by nurses such as resource management, organization, communication, psychosocial, care-training, and decision-making practices in the management of the pandemic based on the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS: A quantitative, cross-sectional method was used, and a web-based online questionnaire was applied to collect data. This study included 182 nurses working in a public and private hospital in Istanbul. RESULTS: The nurses perceived the management practices of their managers at a moderate level. The leaders' resource management practices as low (16.5%), and medium (78.6%) perceive. There was a statistically significant difference (p<0.01) between the communication and team relations (p<0.05), resource management (p<0.01), care-training (p<0.05), and decision-making scores (p<0.01) of the nurses working in the private hospitals compared to those working in the public hospital. CONCLUSION: To effectively manage a complex and chaotic environment, nurse managers should trust their team, have speed and adaptation skills, be based on human factor principles, and provide a safe working environment. Education should be emphasized so that nurses can work in specialized areas and nurse managers can improve their management skills.

O impacto da capacitação do enfermeiro na inserção do dispositivo intrauterino de cobre TCU 380a / The impact of nurses training on the insertion of the TCU 380a copper device / El impacto de la capacitación de enfermeras en la inserción del dispositivo de cobre TCU 380a

Objetivo: Relatar o impacto da capacitação teórica e prática dos enfermeiros para realização da consulta de enfermagem com ênfase no Planejamento Reprodutivo e Sexual e na inserção de Dispositivo Intrauterino de cobre. Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo descritivo do tipo relato de experiencia que foi desenvolvido a partir do projeto de Consulta de Enfermagem Ginecológica com ênfase na inserção do dispositivo intrauterino por enfermeiros, idealizado pelo Conselho Regional de Enfermagem de Alagoas (Coren-AL). Resultados: Foi possível analisar o aumento dos números de inserções do Dispositivo Intrauterino de cobre na Atenção Básica de Saúde. Ao todo foram 1016 inserções em todo o estado de Alagoas, sendo os municípios de Penedo e Arapiraca responsáveis por 660 inserções, somando-se os dados do período de 2016 ao início de 2021. Observou-se o impacto que a capacitação dos enfermeiros ocasionou. Conclusão: O projeto ampliou a disponibilidade do Dispositivo Intrauterino no Sistema Único de Saúde, garantindo os direitos das mulheres ao acesso dos métodos contraceptivos. Possibilitou acessibilidade e ampliou o escopo de ações do enfermeiro na atenção primária em saúde, aspecto importante da resolutividade. (AU)

Objective: To report the impact of theoretical and practical training for nurses to carry out nursing consultations with an emphasis on Reproductive and Sexual Planning and the insertion of an Intrauterine Device of copper. Methods: This is a descriptive study of the experience report type that was developed from the Gynecological Nursing Consultation project with emphasis on the insertion of copper intrauterine device by nurses, conceived by the Regional Nursing Council of Alagoas (Coren-AL). Results: It was possible to analyze the increase in the number of insertions of the copper intrauterine device in primary health care. In all, there were 1016 insertions throughout the State of Alagoas, with the municipalities of Penedo and Arapiraca being responsible for 660 insertions, adding data from the period from 2016 to the beginning of 2021. The impact caused by the training of nurses was observed. Conclusion: The project expanded the availability of the IUD in the Unified Health System, guaranteeing women's rights to access contraceptive methods. Enabled accessibility; and expanded the scope of nurses' actions in primary health care; important aspect of resoluteness. (AU)

Objetivo: Informar el impacto de la formación teórica y práctica de enfermeras para la realización de consultas de enfermería con énfasis en Planificación Sexual y Reproductiva y la inserción de un Dispositivo Intrauterino de cobre. Métodos: Se trata de un estudio descriptivo del tipo relato de experiencia que se desarrolló a partir del proyecto Consulta de Enfermería Ginecológica con énfasis en la inserción del dispositivo intrauterino de cobre por enfermeras, concebido por el Consejo Regional de Enfermería de Alagoas (Coren-AL). Resultados: Se pudo analizar el aumento del número de inserciones del dispositivo intrauterino de cobre en la atención primaria de salud. En total, se realizaron 1016 inserciones en todo el Estado de Alagoas, siendo los municipios de Penedo y Arapiraca los responsables de 660 inserciones, sumando datos del período de 2016 a inicios de 2021. Se observó el impacto provocado por la formación de enfermeras. Conclusión: El proyecto amplió la disponibilidad del DIU en el Sistema Único de Salud, garantizando el derecho de las mujeres a acceder a métodos anticonceptivos. Accesibilidad habilitada; y amplió el alcance de las acciones de las enfermeras en la atención primaria de salud; aspecto importante de la resolución. (AU)

Qualidade de vida no trabalho dos enfermeiros da atenção primária à saúde / Quality of life at work of nurses in primary health care / Calidad de vida en el trabajo del enfermero en atención primaria de salud

Objetivo: Analisar a qualidade de vida no trabalho dos enfermeiros assistenciais da Atenção Primária à Saúde de um município baiano. Métodos: Pesquisa observacional, descritiva, transversal e de abordagem quantitativa. Aplicou-se o questionário Total Quality of Work Life (Qualidade de Vida no Trabalho Total), por meio de ligação telefônica. Os dados foram transcritos para o software Microsoft Excel® e analisados por estatística descritiva. Resultados: Os 34 enfermeiros que aceitaram participar compuseram amostra de maioria feminina (97,1%), com idade maior ou igual a 40 anos (67,5%) e estado conjugal casado(a)/união estável (58,8%). Quanto à escolaridade, prevaleceu o nível de pós-graduação lato sensu (85,3%), com maior parcela atuando no município há mais de 4 anos (67,7%), por meio de vínculo efetivo (70,6%). No tocante à avaliação da qualidade de vida no trabalho, a esfera que obteve pior avaliação foi a "Econômica política" e a melhor avaliada foi a "Psicológica e comportamental". Além disso, a avaliação geral apontou classificação "insatisfatória". Conclusão: A melhoria da qualidade de vida no trabalho dos enfermeiros pode trazer repercussões que vão além da satisfação do profissional, pois fatores motivacionais, de satisfação, físicos e psicológicos influenciam diretamente sua produtividade no trabalho e a qualidade do serviço prestado. (AU)

Objective: To analyze the quality of life at work of nurses working in Primary Health Care in a city in Bahia. Methods: Observational, descriptive, cross-sectional research and with a quantitative approach. The Total Quality of Work Life questionnaire was applied through telephone call. The search results were transferred to the Microsoft Excel® software and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: 34 nurses who agreed to participate comprised a sample of mostly female (97,1%), aged 40 years or older (67,5%) and marital status married or stable union (58,8%). About education, the majority had a lato sensu postgraduate degree (85,3%), with a greater portion working in the city for more than 4 years (67,7%), having an effective contract (70,6%). Regarding the evaluation of quality of life at work, the sphere that obtained the worst assessment was "Economic policy" and the best assessed the "Psychological and behavioral" sphere. Furthermore, the general evaluation pointed to an "unsatisfactory" rating. Conclusion: It is believed that the improvement in the quality of life at work of the nurses can bring repercussions that go beyond professional satisfaction, due to motivation, satisfaction, physical and psychological factors directly influence their productivity at work and the quality of the service provided. (AU)

Objetivo: Analizar la calidad de vida en el trabajo de enfermeros que actúan en la Atención Primaria de Salud de un municipio de Bahía. Métodos: Esta es una investigación observacional, descriptiva, transversal y con enfoque cuantitativo. Durante la encuesta se aplicó el cuestionario Total Quality of Work Life a través de una llamada telefónica. Los datos se transcribieron al software Microsoft Excel® y se analizaron mediante estadística descriptiva. Resultados: Las 34 enfermeras que aceptaron participar eran, en su mayoría, del sexo femenino (97,1%), con edad igual o superior a 40 años (67,5%) y casado o en unión estable (58,8%). Acerca de la educación, predominó el nivel de posgrado lato sensu (85,3%), con una mayor parte de los encuestados trabajando en el municipio por más de 4 años (67,7%), a través de un contrato efectivo (70,6%). Sobre la evaluación la valoración de la calidad de vida en el trabajo, el ámbito que obtuvo la peor valoración fue "Política Económica" y el mejor valorado fue "Psicológico y conductual". Además, la evaluación general apuntó a una calificación "insatisfactoria". Conclusión: Se cree que la mejora en la calidad de vida en el trabajo de estos enfermeros puede traer repercusiones que van más allá de la satisfacción profesional, ya que factores motivacionales, de satisfacción, físicos y psicológicos influyen directamente en su productividad en el trabajo y en localidad del servicio prestado. (AU)

Effectiveness of William’s Flexion Exercises on Non-Specific Low Back Pain Among Nurses

Background: Spinal Cord Injury is one of the severe injuries results in loss of sensory and motor function below the level of injury which deteriorates the quality of life. The bio-psycho-social model also emphasizes on the improving the quality of life than enhancing the physical function as the primary goals of SCI rehabilitation. Many authors have reported that there is significant positive effect on activities of daily living. Therefore, improving the quality of life in individuals with SCI. Aim: To study the Relationship between Functional Status and Quality of Life in Patients with Spinal Cord Injury. Methodology: Ten subjects were enrolled according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria of the study. WHOQOL-BREF and SCIM was administered at 3rd, 6th and 9th month of injury to assess the Quality of life and Functional Status of the individuals with Spinal Cord Injury. Result: There was significant correlation between SCIM Vs Psychological domain (r=-0.66, p= 0.03*) at 3rd month, SCIM Vs Social domain (r= 0.57, p= 0.08*) at 3rd month, SCIM Vs Environmental domain (r= 0.57, p= 0.07*) at 9th month post injury. Conclusion: The study concluded that there was a positive association between the functional status and quality of life in patients with spinal cord injury at 3, 6 and 9 months of injury.

Doralice Ayres: uma vida dedicada à Enfermagem / Doralice Ayres: a life dedicated to Nursing / Doralice Ayres: una vida dedicada a la Enfermería

A reportagem publicada na Revista Enfermagem Moderna em julho/agosto/setembro de 1983, por Verônica Cobas, retrata a trajetória de Doralice Regina Ayres, enfermeira formada pela Escola Anna Neri. Embora a Enfermagem não fosse seu sonho inicial, tornou-se sua paixão. O texto destaca sua carreira na Santa Casa de Santos, no Hospital dos Servidores do Estado do Rio de Janeiro e na Escola Anna Neri, além de aspectos pessoais. A narrativa é envolvente e reflete com sensibilidade as memórias e vivências de Doralice, oferecendo uma visão rica e autêntica sobre sua experiência profissional e pessoal.

The report published in the Revista Enfermagem Moderna in July/August/September 1983, by Verônica Cobas, portrays the career of Doralice Regina Ayres, a nurse who graduated from the Escola Anna Neri. Although Nursing was not her initial dream, it became her passion. The text highlights her career at Santa Casa de Santos, the Hospital dos Servidores do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, and Escola Anna Neri, as well as personal aspects. The narrative is engaging and sensitively reflects Doralice's memories and experiences, providing a rich and authentic view of her professional and personal life.

El reportaje publicado en la Revista Enfermagem Moderna en julio/agosto/septiembre de 1983, por Verônica Cobas, retrata la trayectoria de Doralice Regina Ayres, enfermera graduada en la Escola Anna Neri. Aunque la Enfermería no era su sueño inicial, se convirtió en su pasión. El texto destaca su carrera en la Santa Casa de Santos, en el Hospital dos Servidores do Estado do Rio de Janeiro y en la Escola Anna Neri, así como aspectos personales. La narrativa es cautivadora y refleja con sensibilidad los recuerdos y vivencias de Doralice, ofreciendo una visión rica y auténtica sobre su experiencia profesional y personal.

Marcos de Competência para a formação de enfermeiros no Brasil: revisão de escopo / Competency milestones for the training of nurses in Brazil: a scoping review / Hitos de competencia para la formación de enfermeros en Brasil: una revisión del alcance

O ensino superior em Enfermagem está em constante transformação, ensejando o uso de metodologias ativas que colaborem para o desenvolvimento de competências. Objetivou-se apresentar o panorama dos marcos de competência para formação de enfermeiros no Brasil. Trata-se de uma Revisão de Escopo, realizada nas bases de dados Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS), PubMed, Portal da Capes e Biblioteca Eletrônica Científica Online (SciELO), no período de 2012 a 2022. Foram utilizados os descritores "Educação Baseada em Competências", "Perfil de Competências de Enfermeiros"; "Educação do Enfermeiro" e "Competência" nos idiomas inglês e espanhol, com o booleano "AND". Os 11 estudos selecionados evidenciaram a mudança de paradigma de formação baseada em competências, a partir das Diretrizes Curriculares Nacionais, clareamento do conceito de competência e marco de competências. Na realidade brasileira o tema é incipiente, com iniciativas baseadas em perfis de competências de gestão, liderança, promoção e educação em saúde.

Higher education in Nursing is constantly changing, stimulating the use of active methodologies that contribute to the development of competencies. The objective was to present an overview of the competency milestones for nurse training in Brazil. This is a Scoping Review, carried out in the Virtual Health Library (VHL), PubMed, Capes, Portal and Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO) databases, from 2012 to 2022. The descriptors "Based Education Skills", "Profile of Nurses' Skills"; "Nurse Education" and "Competency" were used in English and Spanish, with the Boolean "AND". The 11 selected studies showed a change in the paradigm of competency-based training, using the National Curriculum Guidelines, clarifying the concept of competency and the competency milestones. In the Brazilian reality, the theme is incipient, with initiatives inscribed in records of management skills, leadership, promotion and health education.

La educación superior en Enfermería está en constante cambio, promovendo el uso de metodologías activas que contribuyan al desarrollo de competencias. El objetivo fue presentar un panorama de los hitos competenciales para la formación de enfermeros en Brasil. Se trata de una Revisión de Alcance, realizada en las bases de datos Biblioteca Virtual en Salud (BVS), PubMed, Portal Capes y Biblioteca Electrónica Científica en Línea (SciELO), de 2012 a 2022. Se utilizaron los descriptores "Educación Basada en Habilidades", "Perfil de Competencias del Enfermero"; "Educación de enfermería" y "Competencia" en inglés y español, con el booleano "AND". Los 11 estudios seleccionados evidenciaron un cambio en el paradigma de la formación por competencias, tomando como base los Lineamientos Curriculares Nacionales, aclarando el concepto de competencia y el marco de competencias. En la realidad brasileña, el tema es incipiente, con iniciativas inscritas en registros de habilidades de gestión, liderazgo, promoción y educación en salud.

Práticas de enfermagem: contexto ambiental e a relação com o materialismo histórico dialético / Nursing practices: environmental context and the relationship with dialectical historical materialism / Prácticas de enfermería: contexto ambiental y la relación con el materialismo histórico dialéctico

Objetivo: Descrever as práticas dos enfermeiros em nossa sociedade e sob as circunstâncias que podem contribuir para a inclusão das práticas avançadas. Métodos: Estudo descritivo, de abordagem qualitativa e delineamento transversal, sob a perspectiva da teoria do materialismo histórico-dialético de Karl Marx, estruturada pela utilização do instrumento COREQ. Resultados: O campo de atuação do enfermeiro na atenção primária à saúde é diversificado, extrapola os muros do consultório. Muitas vezes o dinamismo das atividades traduz o empenho de obter os melhores resultados por meio de sua assistência. E o materialismo histórico-dialético reflete justamente a busca por uma assistência de qualidade e as mudanças no ambiente laboral, onde a interação de diversos fatores contribuem de forma direta no ambiente laboral e social. Conclusão: Os enfermeiros da atenção primária à saúde brasileira atuam nos mais diversos territórios, desse modo, precisam dinamizar os seus atendimentos para contemplar as necessidades sociais. Perante esses aspectos, as diversidades sociodemográficas brasileiras demonstraram que a escassez de recursos em regiões remotas é um dos fatores que fortalece a inclusão das práticas avançadas de enfermagem na atenção primária à saúde no Brasil. (AU)

Objective: To describe the practices of nurses in our society and under circumstances that may contribute to the inclusion of advanced practices. Methods: Descriptive study, with a qualitative approach and cross-sectional design, from the perspective of Karl Marx's dialectical historical materialism theory, structured by using the COREQ instrument. Results: The nurse's field of action in primary health care is diverse, it goes beyond the walls of the office. Often the dynamism of activities translates the effort to obtain the best results through their assistance. And dialectical historical materialism precisely reflects the search for quality care and changes in the work environment, where the interaction of several factors directly contribute to the work and social environment. Conclusion: Brazilian primary health care nurses work in the most diverse territories, therefore, they need to streamline their care to address social needs. In view of these aspects, Brazilian sociodemographic diversity has shown that the scarcity of resources in remote regions is one of the factors that strengthens the inclusion of advanced nursing practices in primary health care in Brazil. (AU)

Objetivo: Describir las prácticas de los enfermeros en nuestra sociedad y en circunstancias que puedan contribuir a la inclusión de prácticas avanzadas. Métodos: Estudio descriptivo, con enfoque cualitativo y diseño transversal, desde la perspectiva de la teoría del materialismo histórico dialéctico de Karl Marx, estructurado mediante el uso del instrumento COREQ. Resultados: El campo de actuación del enfermero en la atención primaria de salud es diverso, va más allá de las paredes del consultorio. Muchas veces el dinamismo de las actividades se traduce en el esfuerzo por obtener los mejores resultados a través de su asistencia. Y el materialismo histórico dialéctico refleja precisamente la búsqueda de cuidados de calidad y cambios en el ambiente laboral, donde la interacción de varios factores contribuyen directamente al ambiente laboral y social. Conclusión: Las enfermeras brasileñas de atención primaria de salud actúan en los más diversos territorios, por lo tanto, necesitan optimizar su atención para atender las necesidades sociales. Frente a estos aspectos, la diversidad sociodemográfica brasileña ha demostrado que la escasez de recursos en regiones remotas es uno de los factores que fortalece la inclusión de prácticas avanzadas de enfermería en la atención primaria de salud en Brasil. (AU)

Enfermeiras da atenção primária à saúde: olhares para aspectos trabalhistas em municípios urbanos / Nurses in primary health care: looks at labor aspects in urban municipalities / Enfermeras de atención primaria de salud: mira a aspectos laborales en los municipios urbanos

Objetivo: Caracterizar os aspectos trabalhistas das enfermeiras da Atenção Primária à Saúde nos municípios de tipologia urbana do estado da Bahia. Métodos: Estudo descritivo através de abordagem quantitativa a partir de informações obtidas com 32 enfermeiras, no período entre novembro de 2020 a maio de 2021, nos três maiores municípios do estado da Bahia. Resultados: Enfermeiras em sua maioria possuem vínculo trabalhista do tipo estatutário, com carga horária de 40 horas, atua há mais de um ano em unidades de saúde de modelo da Estratégia Saúde da Família, com diferenças salariais entre os municípios. Conclusão: Identificar aspectos trabalhistas das enfermeiras é de suma relevância, pois trazem implicações para melhoria das políticas de pessoal na Atenção Primária à Saúde. (AU)

Objective: To characterize the labor aspects of Primary Health Care nurses in urban municipalities of the state of Bahia. Methods: A descriptive study through a quantitative approach based on information obtained from 32 nurses, in the period between November 2020 and May 2021, in the 3 largest municipalities of the state of Bahia. Results: Most of the nurses have a statutory employment contract, work 40-hour shifts, and have been working for more than 1 year in health care units that follow the Family Health Strategy model, with wage differences among the municipalities. Conclusion: Identifying labor aspects of nurses is of utmost relevance, since they bring implications for improving personnel policies in Primary Health Care. (AU)

Objetivo: Caracterizar los aspectos laborales de las enfermeras de Atención Primaria de Salud en los municipios urbanos del estado de Bahia. Métodos: Estudio descriptivo a través de un enfoque cuantitativo basado en la información obtenida de 32 enfermeras, en el período comprendido entre noviembre de 2020 y mayo de 2021, en los tres mayores municipios del estado de Bahia. Resultados: La mayoría de las enfermeras tienen un contrato de trabajo legal, trabajan 40 horas y llevan más de 1 año en unidades sanitarias del modelo de la Estrategia de Salud Familiar, con diferencias salariales entre municipios. Conclusión: La identificación de los aspectos laborales de las enfermeras es de máxima relevancia, ya que aportan implicaciones para la mejora de las políticas de personal en Atención Primaria. (AU)

A cross sectional study to assess the anxiety, stress and depression among nurses during COVID-19 at selected hospitals, Udaipur

Background: This study aims to assess anxiety, stress, and depression levels among nurses working during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A quantitative non-experimental approach was employed, utilizing a descriptive cross-sectional design with 300 nurses selected through simple random sampling. Data collection included demographic and clinical variables. Anxiety, stress, and depression levels were measured using the Beck anxiety inventory (BAI), perceived stress scale, and Hamilton depression rating scale, respectively. Pearson's correlation and Chi-square tests were used for analysis in statistical package for the social sciences (SPSS). Results: A majority of staff nurses experienced mild anxiety (53.7%), stress (64.3%), and depression (71.7%). Scores indicated mean anxiety (14.42, SD=4.46), stress (13.74, SD=3.13), and depression (18.23, SD=4.23). Positive correlations were found between stress-anxiety (p=0.002, r=0.376) and anxiety-depression (p=0.040, r=0.119). A weak correlation existed between stress and depression (p=0.068, r=0.105). Anxiety correlated with age, professional experience, and marital status (p<0.05), while stress correlated with age and professional experience (p<0.05). Depression correlated with professional experience and marital status (p<0.05). Work-related variables and fears were associated with anxiety and stress but not depression among staff nurses during COVID-19. Conclusions: The study underscores widespread mild anxiety, stress, and depression among nurses during the pandemic, emphasizing their interconnection. Age, professional experience, and marital status influenced mental health outcomes. Tailored interventions and targeted support are crucial to address these challenges and enhance nursing well-being. Healthcare institutions should prioritize implementing such strategies to bolster nurses' resilience and effectiveness in navigating ongoing and future challenges.

Awareness of hemiplegic shoulder in hospital nurses: a cross-sectional study

Background: The hemiplegic shoulder, characterized by pain, weakness, and limited range of motion, is a common complication affecting individuals who have experienced hemiplegia due to stroke or other neurological conditions. It significantly impacts the quality of life of patients and hampers their rehabilitation progress. In the context of healthcare, nurses play a pivotal role in the holistic care of patients with hemiplegia. Their knowledge, assessment skills, and interventions contribute to the prevention and management of hemiplegic shoulder, thereby aiding in the overall recovery of patients, awareness of this condition is crucial because early identification and timely interventions can prevent its progression and associated complications. Furthermore, comprehensive knowledge of hemiplegic shoulder management can contribute to patient comfort, better rehabilitation outcomes, and improved patient satisfaction. Methods: A self-made questionnaire was validated and circulated via Google Forms to hospital nurses of all age groups. 60 participants who fit the inclusion criteria and gave consent to participate in the study were selected. Their responses were recorded, data analysis was done and results were obtained. Results: 60 responses were recorded via Google Forms. The average age of the population was 32 years. Out of the entire population, only 30.77% of the entire population were aware of the hemiplegic shoulder condition. Conclusions: According to this study there is a lack of awareness about the hemiplegic shoulder in the population of nurses in India, they need to be made more aware of the safe practices of handling stroke patients.

Association between loneliness and mental health among nurses: a cross-sectional research in China

This study explored the association between loneliness and mental health among nurses in China during the COVID-19 pandemic. This cross-sectional study was conducted from March to April 2022. We enrolled 2,811 nurses from a tertiary hospital in China. Demographic characteristics, lifestyle factors, work-related factors, and psychological characteristics were collected from participants via a self-reported questionnaire. Loneliness was measured with the three-item short form of the Revised UCLA Loneliness Scale, and the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) and the General Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) scale were used to measure mental health. Adjusted odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were determined using binary logistic regression. Among participants in this study, 12.0% (337) experienced loneliness, and 7.8% (219) and 6.7% (189) reported depression and anxiety, respectively. The loneliness scores were categorized into three levels (3, 4-6, and 7-9). For depression, compared with the lowest reference, the ORs and 95% CI across the tertile were 1.31 (0.69-1.84) and 2.53 (1.11-5.76) after adjustment, respectively, and the P-value for trend was 0.045. For anxiety, compared with the lowest reference, the ORs and 95%CI across the tertile were 1.84 (1.28-2.63) and 2.52 (1.57-4.10) after adjustment, respectively; the P-value for trend was 0.004. This study showed that loneliness was significantly associated with poor mental health among nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic. These findings suggested that medical establishments should offer interventions for nurses to prevent mental health problems by targeting this modifiable risk factor.

Atuação do enfermeiro perfusionista na cirurgia cardíaca / Role of the perfusion nurse in cardiac surgery / La actuación del enfermero perfusionista en la cirugía cardíaca

Objetivo: Analisar a atuação do enfermeiro perfusionista na cirurgia cardíaca. Método: Estudo exploratório com abordagem qualitativa, desenvolvida em ambiente virtual no período de 1 a 30 de junho de 2022. Amostra intencional, não probabilística, constituída de 14 enfermeiros perfusionistas. Os dados foram analisados por meio da análise de conteúdo de Bardin. Resultados: Emergiram duas categorias temáticas: Atuação do enfermeiro perfusionista na circulação extracorpórea e A relevância da interação do enfermeiro com os membros da equipe durante a cirurgia cardíaca com circulação extracorpórea. Os relatos identificaram que o enfermeiro perfusionista realiza inúmeras atribuições que vão desde o histórico de enfermagem, até o preparo e a escolha de materiais, circuitos, dispositivos e maquinários para a condução da circulação extracorpórea. Destaca-se a interação desse profissional com os demais membros da equipe no tocante à comunicação a fim de minimizar riscos e obter resultado cirúrgico positivo para o paciente. Conclusão: A atividade do enfermeiro perfusionista é complexa e necessita de um rigoroso preparo teórico-prático, especializações reconhecidas pelos órgãos competentes, bem como frequentes atualizações mesmo já sendo um profissional experiente. (AU)

Objective: To analyze the role of the perfusionist nurse in cardiac surgery. Method: Exploratory study with a qualitative approach, conducted in a virtual environment from June 1st to June 30th, 2022. The sample consisted of 14 perfusionist nurses, selected intentionally and non-probabilistically. Data were analyzed through Bardin's content analysis. Results: Two thematic categories emerged: the role of the perfusionist nurse in extracorporeal circulation and the relevance of the nurse's interaction with team members during cardiac surgery with extracorporeal circulation. The reports identi-fied that the perfusionist nurse performs numerous tasks ranging from nursing history to the preparation and selection of materials, circuits, devices, and machinery for extracorporeal circulation. The interaction of this professional with other team members regarding communication stands out, aiming to minimize risks and achieve positive surgical outcomes for the patient. Conclusion: The activity of the perfusionist nurse is complex and requires rigo-rous theoretical-practical preparation, recognized specializations by competent bodies, as well as frequent updates even for experienced professionals

Objetivo: Analizar el papel del enfermero de perfusión en la cirugía cardíaca. Método: Estudio exploratorio con enfoque cualitativo, desarrol-lado en ambiente virtual durante el período del 1 al 30 de junio de 2022. Muestra intencional, no probabilística, compuesta por 14 enfermeros de perfu-sión. Los datos fueron analizados mediante el análisis de contenido de Bardin. Resultados: Surgieron dos categorías temáticas: El papel del enfermero perfusionista en circulación extracorporea y la relevancia de la interacción del enfermero con los miembros del equipo durante la cirugía cardíaca con circulación extracorporea. Los informes identificaron que el enfermero perfusionista desempeña numerosas atribuciones que van desde el historial de enfermería hasta la preparación y elección de materiales, circuitos, dispositivos y maquinaria para la conducción de la circulación extracorporea. Se des-taca la interacción de este profesional con los demás miembros del equipo en lo que respecta a la comunicación para minimizar riesgos y obtener resulta-dos quirúrgicos positivos para el paciente. Conclusión: La actividad del enfermero de perfusión es compleja y requiere una preparación teórico-práctica rigurosa, especializaciones reconocidas por los órganos competentes, así como actualizaciones frecuentes incluso siendo un profesional experimentado

Primary health care: Nurses' meanings in a Colombian municipality

Introduction: Primary health care is a strategy that involves the different health professionals and other agents in the system who can influence the social determinants that affect human wellbeing. Objective: To know the meanings about primary health care of nursing professionals practicing in this field in a municipality of Colombia. Materials and Methods: Qualitative, exploratory, descriptive study. The research was conducted in a State Social Company (ESE for its acronym in Spanish) that provides primary health care services. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews. The sample consisted of 13 professionals. IRaMuTeQ software was used to help data interpretation. Results: 'Nurse' was the most frequent word. The content analyzed was categorized into four classes: 'Meanings about primary health care', 'nursing activities in primary health care', 'barriers encountered in primary health care', 'primary health care organization and work team'. Conclusions: Primary health care meaning is understood as the entry point of users into the health system and the one responsible for coordinating their passage through other points of the healthcare network according to users' health needs. In addition, primary health care is understood as the level of care at which essential health actions focused on the early detection of health risks and complications are carried out, so that health interventions can be planned, implemented, and evaluated on that basis.

Femoral fracture in the elderly: dependence on nursing care

Introduction: Due to the aging of the population, nursing processes have been adapted to these patients, who require a high level of care and guidance. Objective: Analyzing the degree of dependence on nursing care by elderly patients (65 years or older) with femur fractures. Materials and Methods: retrospective, with a quantitative approach, carried out in a private hospital from April 2021 to April 2022. The sample comprehends 41 patients, analyzed epidemiological data and degree of dependence Study of nursing care during hospitalization, environment of hospitalization and discharge, according to the SCP. Results: Composed of 41 patients, mean age of 84 years and female predominance (75.61%). With regard to fractures, there was a greater occurrence due to falls from standing height and predominance of neck fractures, with an average time until surgery of less than 16 hours. Systemic Arterial Hypertension and Diabetes Mellitus were predominant. The average of the SCP estimates presented 24.26 in the 1st, 26.12 in the 2nd and 26.24 in the 3rd. The length of hospital stay was 7 days and no deaths were reported. Discussion: The findings on sociodemographic data, reasons for falls, location, comorbidities, degree of dependence and length of hospital stay are similar to those available in databases. They differ, in better quality, under time until surgery and clinical. Conclusions: The study presents specific knowledge to carry out the care of the intra-hospital nursing process, thus allowing the systematization of the team's assistance.

Knowledge and practices of nurses on the prevention and control of healthcare-acquired infections in a Private Tertiary Hospital in Baguio City

Background@#Healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) are adverse events brought about by non-compliance of the healthcare staff to set of infection prevention and control (IPC) standards. Consequently, additional medical costs, increased mortality and morbidity rates, and decreased quality of life among patients can happen. As valuable players in preventing and controlling HAIs, nurses must have good knowledge and strict compliance with infection control; however, recent evidence suggests that nurses may need more knowledge or better integration into practice. Nurses' degree of knowledge and practice in preventing and controlling HAIs and factors influencing them should be determined to provide solutions appropriately.@*Objectives@#The study specifically sought answers to the following questions: (1) What is the level of knowledge of nurses in the prevention and control of HAIs? (2) What is the degree of practice of nurses in the prevention and control of HAIs? (3) Is there a significant relationship between nurses' knowledge level and degree of practice in the prevention and control of HAIs? (4) What are the facilitating and hindering factors that affect nurses' practice in the prevention and control of HAIs?@*Methods@#The study utilized a quantitative descriptive correlational design. The study was conducted from May to June 2023 at a private tertiary hospital in Baguio City. The study included 128 nurses who fit the inclusion criteria. The respondents were asked to answer three questionnaires, and the data were statistically treated using mean, Spearman Rank correlation, frequency, percentage, and rank distribution.@*Results@#The study found that nurses possess good knowledge and a suboptimal degree of practice in preventing and controlling HAIs. The results showed that no significant relationship existed between nurses' knowledge level and degree of practice in preventing and controlling HAIs. Perceived personal benefits and organizational encouragement were seen to primarily facilitate the prevention and control practices of nurses. The primary hindrance identified was workload due to staff shortage, poor dissemination of guidelines, and personal discomfort associated with the use of PPE.@*Conclusions@#A good level of knowledge is a derivative of learnings obtained through various educational modalities and these strategies are considered effective means of knowledge formulation. However, created knowledge without actual application into practice results in overuse of unhelpful interventions. To avoid the unnecessary effects of ineffective knowledge translation, a multifactorial consideration is necessary to identify other factors that may influence the practices of nurses on HAI prevention and control because knowledge does not solely improve or worsen actual practices. Identified facilitating factors should be supported, and hindering factors should be addressed. Further recommendations based on the study results include strengthening existing programs and policies, and developing accessible materials to improve the present practices of nurses.