Nursing Students' Perceptions of Flipped Classroom and Continuous Assessment in the Nursing-Management Classroom

Abstract: Introduction: Although the training of nurses in administration and leadership has an important repercussion on the present and the future of the profession, teaching methods are still traditional in many cases. Flipped classroom is a widely used method in nursing education but studies about its application to Nursing Administration and Management are limited. Method: Qualitative study by means of anonymous survey (dichotomous and open questions). Results: 92 % of students were shown to be satisfied with the teaching methodology and 92.9 % with the assessment. Only 31.5 % had used it previously but 83 % would like to use it in more subjects. The students showed that the methodology used had improved their opinion about the content and had increased their perception its usefulness. Conclusion: The participating students have been shown to be satisfied with flipped method and continuous assessment. These teaching strategies can help motivate nursing students towards the subject of Nursing Administration and Management, which can encourage them to pursue postgraduate training and professional practice in this area

Resumen: Introducción: Si bien la formación de enfermeros en Administración y Gestión tiene una importante repercusión en el presente y el futuro de la profesión, los métodos de enseñanza siguen siendo tradicionales en muchos casos. El aula invertida es un método ampliamente utilizado en la educación de enfermería, pero los estudios sobre su aplicación a la administración y gestión de enfermería son limitados. Método: Estudio cualitativo mediante cuestionario anónimo (preguntas dicotómicas y abiertas). Resultados: El 92 % de los estudiantes se mostró satisfecho con la metodología de enseñanza y el 92,9 % con la evaluación. Solo el 31,5 % lo había usado anteriormente, pero al 83 % le gustaría usarlo en más sujetos. Los estudiantes demostraron que la metodología utilizada había mejorado su opinión sobre el contenido y había aumentado su percepción útil del mismo. Conclusión: Los estudiantes participantes han demostrado estar satisfechos con el método de aula invertida. Estas estrategias de enseñanza pueden ayudar a motivar a los estudiantes de enfermería hacia la asignatura de Administración y Gestión de los Servicios de Enfermería, lo que puede animarlos a realizar una formación de posgrado y una práctica profesional en esta área.

Resumo: Introdução: Embora a educação de Enfermagem em Administração e Gestão tenha um grande impacto no presente e futuro da profissão, os métodos de ensino continuam a ser tradicionais em muitos casos. A sala de aula invertida é um método amplamente utilizado na educação em Enfermagem, mas os estudos sobre a sua aplicação à Administração e Gestão de Enfermagem são limitados. Método: Estudo qualitativo utilizando um questionário anônimo (perguntas dicotômicas e abertas). Resultados: 92% dos estudantes ficaram satisfeitos com a metodologia de ensino e 92,9% com a avaliação. Apenas 31,5% já o tinha utilizado antes, mas 83% gostariam de utilizá-lo em mais assuntos. Os estudantes mostraram que a metodologia utilizada havia melhorado a sua opinião sobre o conteúdo e aumentado a sua percepção útil do conteúdo. Conclusão: Os estudantes participantes mostraram-se satisfeitos com o método invertido e com a avaliação contínua. Estas estratégias de ensino podem ajudar a motivar os estudantes de Enfermagem para a disciplina de Administração e Gestão de Enfermagem, o que pode encorajá-los a empreender uma educação de pós-graduação e prática profissional nesta área.

Percepciones de estudiantes de enfermería con el uso de la herramienta "Libro" de Moodle / Perceptions of Nursing Students regarding the Use of the "Libro" Moodle Tool

Introducción: La formación de las enfermeras en administración y liderazgo tiene una importante repercusión sobre el presente y el futuro de la profesión. Sin embargo, la docencia y la evaluación realizadas en el nivel de pregrado, en su primer contacto con la materia, pueden generarles insatisfacción. Objetivo: Describir las percepciones de estudiantes de Enfermería sobre una innovación docente basada en el uso del "Libro" de Moodle como herramienta pedagógica, dentro de un enfoque general de clase invertida. Métodos: Estudio mixto exploratorio, realizado entre octubre y diciembre de 2020 en la Universidad de Huelva (España), mediante encuesta anónima sobre una muestra de 140 alumnos (del total de 145 estudiantes del 3º curso). Los datos fueron procesados en Excel y analizados de forma descriptiva (datos cuantitativos) y por categorías (datos cualitativos). Resultados: La valoración media del uso de la herramienta "Libro" fue de 9,10 sobre 10. El 92,00 por ciento de los estudiantes se mostró satisfecho con la metodología de enseñanza y 92,90 por ciento con la evaluación. Los estudiantes manifestaron haber mejorado su opinión sobre los contenidos gracias a la metodología empleada. Conclusión: La mayoría de los estudiantes participantes en este estudio se han mostrado satisfechos con el uso de la herramienta de Moodle dentro de un contexto de docencia a través de clase invertida(AU)

Introduction: The training of nurses in management and leadership has an important impact on the present and future of the profession. However, the teaching and evaluation carried out in the undergraduate level, in their first contact with the subject, can generate dissatisfaction. Objective: To describe the perceptions of students of Nursing Administration and Management regarding a teaching innovation based on using the "Libro" tool in the framework of teaching by means of a flipped classroom. Methods: Exploratory and mixed study carried out between October and December 2020 at the University of Huelva, Spain, by means of an anonymous survey conducted with a sample of 140 students (of the total of 145 students from the third academic year). The data were processed in Excel and analyzed descriptively (quantitative data) and by categories (qualitative data). Results: The average evaluation of using the "Libro" tool was 9.10 out of 10. 92.00 percent of the students were satisfied with the teaching methodology and 92.90 percent were satisfied with the evaluation. The students stated that their opinion of the contents had improved thanks to the methodology used. Conclusion: Most of the students participating in this study were satisfied with the use of the Moodle tool within a teaching setting of flipped classroom(AU)

Factores de estrés percibidos entre los recién ingresados a la carrera de enfermería / Fatores de estresse percebidos entre carreiras de enfermagem recém entradas / Perceived stress factors among newcomers to the nursing career

Resumen: Objetivo: Conocer los factores de estrés más prevalentes en el alumnado novel de las Facultades de Enfermería de las Universidades de Cádiz, Córdoba, Huelva y Sevilla, así como su relación con sus características sociodemográficas, académicas, socioeconómicas, de orientación y de salud. Diseño: Estudio observacional, descriptivo, transversal. Metodología: Se encuestó a un total de 617 estudiantes (tasa de respuesta del 95,66 %) del primer curso del grado en Enfermería. Los participantes completaron dos cuestionarios: uno sociodemográfico y de salud; y un cuestionario de estrés percibido por alumnos noveles. Se realizó un análisis descriptivo de los factores de estrés con frecuencia, media y desviación típica. Las relaciones se examinaron con análisis diferencial a través de estudios no paramétricos U Mann-Whitney y Kruskal-Wallis. Resultados: Las situaciones que más estrés causan a los nuevos universitarios son: "hacer frente a los exámenes" y "la cantidad de trabajo que tengo que afrontar". En consecuencia, el factor más estresante es el "estrés académico" y el menos estresante el "sentimiento de soledad". Los estudiantes que perciben mayor estrés en varios factores son: mayores de 25 años, mujeres, el alumnado que procede de otras provincias y los que viven de alquiler durante el curso académico. Conclusiones: La entrada a la universidad produce factores de estrés en el alumnado de enfermería, que pueden afectar a su salud, su calidad de vida y su rendimiento académico. Hacer frentes a los exámenes y la alta carga académica son las principales determinantes de estrés. Sin embargo, sería conveniente indagar más en esta línea con el fin de conocer las posibles causas de este problema y poder desarrollar estrategias de prevención que mejoren la calidad de vida de estos estudiantes.

Resumo: Objetivo: Conhecer os fatores de estresse mais prevalentes em novos alunos das Faculdades de Enfermagem das Universidades de Cádis, Córdoba, Huelva e Sevilha, bem como sua relação com suas características sociodemográficas, acadêmicas, socioeconômicas, de orientação, educacionais e saúde. Delineamento: Estudo observacional, descritivo, transversal. Metodologia: Foram pesquisados ​​617 alunos (taxa de resposta de 95,66 %) do primeiro ano do curso de Enfermagem. Os participantes responderam a dois questionários: sociodemográfico e de saúde; e questionário de estresse percebido por alunos iniciantes. Foi realizada análise descritiva dos fatores de estresse com frequência, média e desvio padrão. Os relacionamentos foram examinados com análise diferencial por meio de estudos não paramétricos de U Mann-Whitney e Kruskal-Wallis. Resultados: As situações que mais estressam os novos estudantes universitários são "fazer exames" e "a quantidade de trabalho que tenho que enfrentar". Conseqüentemente, o fator mais estressante é o "estresse acadêmico" e o menos estressante são os "sentimentos de solidão". Os alunos que percebem o maior estresse em vários fatores são: maiores de 25 anos, mulheres, alunos que vêm de outras províncias e aqueles que vivem de aluguel durante o ano letivo. Conclusões: O ingresso na universidade produz fatores estressantes nos estudantes de enfermagem, que podem afetar sua saúde, sua qualidade de vida e seu desempenho acadêmico. A realização de exames e a alta carga acadêmica são apontados como os principais determinantes do estresse. No entanto, seria conveniente aprofundar as investigações nesse sentido para conhecer as possíveis causas desse problema e poder desenvolver estratégias de prevenção que melhorem a qualidade de vida desses alunos.

Abstract: Objective: To determine the prevalent stress factors among new students to the Faculties of Nursing at the Faculties of Nursing at the Universities of Cadiz, Cordoba, Huelva and Seville, and the influence of socio-demographic, academic, socio-economic, orientation and health factors. Design: A descriptive, observational and cross-sectional study. Methodology: 617 first year nursing students were surveyed (with a 95.66 % response rate) by means of two questionnaires, one for socio-demographics and health, the other for the stress perceived by new students. A descriptive analysis of the stress factors was then carried out for the frequency, mean and standard deviation. The relation between factors was examined through differential analysis by means of the Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis non-parametric tests. Results: The situations of greatest anxiety among new undergraduates are "taking examinations" and "the amount of work I have to do". Consequently, the most stressful factor is "academic stress" whilst the least stressful is "feelings of loneliness". The students who feel most stress across various factors can be identified as: over 25, women, studying outside their home province, and living in rented accommodation during the academic year. Conclusions: Starting a degree in nursing is a stressful time, and students can find their health, quality of life and academic performance negatively affected. The main determinants of stress among new undergraduates are the joint demands of examinations and workload. It would undoubtedly be enlightening to examine this issue further in order to find the possible causes of the problem and to develop strategies that can help in its prevention and so improve the students' experience of university.

Impact and Effectiveness of Group Strategies for Supporting Breastfeeding after Birth: A Systematic Review.

Despite the multiple benefits of breastfeeding both for the mother and for the infant, during the first months there is a progressive decline in the number of mothers who continue breastfeeding, with most countries reporting lower than recommended figures. The objective of this review is to analyse the most effective group support practices for breastfeeding, as well as the characteristics associated to their success in maintaining breastfeeding. A systematic review has been conducted in the 2015-2020 period, in the following databases: MedLine, Scopus, Web of Science, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Cochrane Library and LILACS. The findings were summarized in narrative and table formats. A total of thirteen articles were included, eight of them being experimental studies and five observational. The findings show high heterogeneity regarding the characteristics of the interventions and their periodicity. The most successful group strategies to support and maintain breastfeeding during postpartum are those that combine peer support with the leadership or counselling of a health professional or IBCLC. However, more studies are necessary, randomized and with interventions of similar characteristics, which allow for better data comparison.

Mechanistic Insights into Alzheimer's Disease Unveiled through the Investigation of Disturbances in Central Metabolites and Metabolic Pathways.

Hydrophilic metabolites are closely involved in multiple primary metabolic pathways and, consequently, play an essential role in the onset and progression of multifactorial human disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease. This review article provides a comprehensive revision of the literature published on the use of mass spectrometry-based metabolomics platforms for approaching the central metabolome in Alzheimer's disease research, including direct mass spectrometry, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, hydrophilic interaction liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, and capillary electrophoresis-mass spectrometry. Overall, mounting evidence points to profound disturbances that affect a multitude of central metabolic pathways, such as the energy-related metabolism, the urea cycle, the homeostasis of amino acids, fatty acids and nucleotides, neurotransmission, and others.

Components of the nursing role as perceived by first-year nursing students.

BACKGROUND: Identifying and acquiring the nursing role is key to the development of nurses' professional identity. Understanding nursing students' perceptions in this regard will enable nursing educators to choose teaching strategies that lead to positive development of their students' professional identity. OBJECTIVES: To describe how nursing students perceive the different components of the nursing role at the beginning of the nursing degree. DESIGN: Cross-sectional, descriptive, observational study. PARTICIPANTS/SETTINGS: 106 first-year nursing students at the University of Huelva, Spain. METHODS: Data on social and academic variables and variables relating to the instrumental and expressive roles were collected via an adapted, pilot-tested questionnaire assessed by experts. RESULTS: For participants, caregiving is the core of the nursing role in the clinical setting, including both technical execution and patient care aspects. They highlighted the disease prevention, health promotion, restoration, and education profiles of nurses rather than their teaching, professional, and technical profiles. They were acquainted with the concept of postgraduate professional development, but were unaware of the academic pathways leading to it. They considered nurses to be decision-makers, who are nevertheless subordinate to doctors. CONCLUSIONS: Students did not consider nursing to be an autonomous profession, although they highlighted its decision-making capacity. They placed greater emphasis on the traditional profile of primary care nurses than on their technical profile, and were able to identify the members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Menstrual Migraine Among Spanish University Students.

PURPOSE: This study sought to determine the prevalence of menstrual migraine among female university students at the Nursing Faculty of Ciudad Real and to determine possible risk factors. DESIGN AND METHODS: A cross-sectional observational study was performed using a self-report questionnaire. Two hundred and ninety-nine female university students participated in the study; all were enrolled in the 2017/2018 academic year at the Faculty of Nursing. Participants were over the age of 18 years and without any diagnosed gynecological pathology. The main measurement tools were menstrual migraine between days -2 and +3 of the menstrual cycle, over the previous six cycles. RESULTS: The prevalence of menstrual migraine was 45.15%, identifying the following possible risk factors: dysmenorrhea (OR 9.19; 1.62-6.28% CI), use of hormonal contraceptive methods (OR 2.60; 95% CI 1.30-5.20), menstrual irritability (OR 2.34; 95% CI 1.25-4.40), menstrual dizziness (OR 2.05; 95% CI % 1.12-3.75) and daily consumption of cola beverages (OR 1.85; 95% CI % 1.04-3.32). CONCLUSIONS: The prevalence of this problem is high among our population and the approach is complex. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: It is necessary to continue to research the pharmacological measures and methods of pharmacological pain relief as well as interventions directed at lifestyle modifications considering the potential risk factors involved in menstrual migraine.

Satisfacción de gestantes y acompañantes en relación con el Programa de Educación Maternal en Atención Primaria / Pregnants and partners satisfaction with Prenatal Education Program in Primary Care

OBJETIVO: Analizar la satisfacción percibida por las gestantes y sus acompañantes en relación con el contenido de las sesiones del Programa de Educación Maternal y su utilidad respecto al proceso de embarazo, parto y crianza. Personas y métodos: Estudio observacional, descriptivo, transversal y ampliado con metodología cualitativa, realizado en el Centro de Salud de Lepe (Huelva). Se midió cuantitativamente la satisfacción a través de un cuestionario semiestructurado de elaboración propia, previamente validado. Se hizo una valoración cualitativa con cuatro grupos de discusión de 10 personas (tres con gestantes y uno con acompañantes). Se efectuó un análisis estadístico con el programa SPSS y un análisis cualitativo con MaxQda 10. Las consideraciones éticas se establecieron según la legislación vigente. RESULTADOS: Participaron 378 gestantes y 82 acompañantes. Según el análisis cuantitativo, el 77,5% de las mujeres y el 70,7% de los acompañantes mostraron un nivel de satisfacción muy alto. El análisis cualitativo corroboró los altos resultados obtenidos en satisfacción. CONCLUSIÓN: El Programa de Educación Maternal fue percibido por las usuarias y los usuarios como muy satisfactorio y afirmaron que respondía a sus necesidades. Entre las áreas de mejora se destacó la demanda de un mayor número de sesiones y un aumento de los contenidos de las mismas, así como una mejor adecuación del lugar donde se impartían las sesiones y los recursos utilizados, y la coordinación entre los niveles de atención especializada y primaria

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the satisfaction of pregnant women and their partners regarding the content and level of usefulness of Maternal Education in order to improve the process of pregnancy and childbirth. METHODOLOGY: Transversal descriptive study between November 2010 and November 2013, with qualitative methodology added, in the Health Center of Lepe (Huelva), Public Andalusian Health Service. Data were collected from performed a quantitative measure of satisfaction through a semi-structured questionnaire and a qualitative assessment through four focus groups (three with pregnants, one with partners). RESULTS: 378 pregnant women and 82 partners. High levels of satisfaction in pregnant and partners were observed. 77.5% of women and 70.7% of partners showed a very high level of satisfaction. The analysis of qualitative data showed a significant overlap with the quantitative results. CONCLUSION: Antenatal education is perceived by users as a high quality activity, sufficiently responsive to their needs. Survey is a useful, valid and reliable instrument to measure satisfaction with prenatal education. Among the areas for improvement identified in their contributions highlights: the demand for a greater number of classes and an increase in the content thereof; a better location for classes and resources used, as well more coordination between primary and specialized care

Acercamiento a las necesidades de salud de la mujer en una población multicultural / Approach to health needs in women belonging to a multicultural population

Resumen:

Objetivo: este trabajo pretende, desde una visión enfermera, acercarse a las necesidades de salud de la población multicultural actual. Los objetivos son conocer el perfil sociodemográfico que presentan las mujeres atendidas por la Unidad de Gestión Clínica de Tocoginecología y describir los motivos de ingreso y el tiempo de estancia media que presentan las mujeres inmigrantes y autóctonas en dicha unidad. Método: se ha realizado un estudio descriptivo transversal utilizando un enfoque cuantitativo. La población de estudio han sido las mujeres procedentes de diferentes regiones asistidas en la UGC de Tocoginecología del Hospital Juan Ramón Jiménez de Huelva, España.

Resultados: el tratamiento y análisis de los datos se ha realizado con el programa Spss 15. Los resultados evidencian que el mayor porcentaje de mujeres atendidas después de las autóctonas, corresponde a las procedentes de Marruecos y Rumanía, cuyos principales motivos de ingreso han sido obstétricos. La estancia media hospitalaria se encuentra en torno a los 2 o 3 días.

Abstract:

Objectives: The present work is aimed at approaching, from a nursing point of view, current health needs in a multicultural population. We set out at establishing socio-demographic profiles in women presenting at an Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinical Management Unit, and at describing the reasons for admission and mean stay duration in immigrant and autochthonous women in the Unit. Method: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted, based on a quantitative approach. Study population consisted of women from various regions attending the Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Hospital Juan Ramón Jiménez, Huelva, Spain. Results: Data management and analysis were performed with software package SPSS v. 15. Results show the following decreasing order for the proportion of women receiving care: autochthonous followed by women from Morocco and Rumania, mainly admission reasons being obstetrical. Mean hospital stay is about 2 to 3 days.

Objetivo: este trabalho procura, com a perspectiva de abordagem da Enfermagem, conhecer as necessidades de saúde da população multicultural atual. Os objetivos são: identificar o perfil sócio-demográfico das mulheres atendidas pela Unidade de Gestão Clinica de Obstetrícia e Ginecologia; descrever os motivos para a admissão e o tempo de permanência média apresentados pelas mulheres imigrantes e pelas mulheres espanholas. Método: foi realizado um estudo descritivo, transversal, com abordagem quantitativa. A população do estudo é constituída por mulheres de diferentes regiões, que são atendidas na UGC de Obstetrícia e Ginecologia do Hospital Juan Ramón Jiménez da cidade de Huelva. Resultados: o processamento e análise dos dados foram realizados usando o programa SPSS 15. Os resultados mostram que a maior porcentagem de mulheres atendidas corresponde às autóctones, seguidas de mulheres imigrantes provenientes de Marrocos e Romênia, respectivamente, cujos principais motivos para admissão foram os obstétricos. A média de tempo de internação hospitalar é de 2 a 3 dias.

Simulacro de congreso científico como entrenamiento en competencias comunicativas en enfermería / Mock scientific congress as training in communication skills in nursing

Resumen:

Objetivos: este trabajo pretende mostrar los resultados obtenidos en una experiencia docente de comunicación científica en enfermería, a través del uso de un simulacro de congreso científico. Método: basándose en un modelo de investigación-acción, se planificó un programa de trabajo para alumnos de Enfermería. Durante un mes los estudiantes trabajaron sus habilidades comunicativas a la vez que los contenidos de la asignatura. Los criterios de evaluación se plasmaron en una rúbrica que a su vez les sirvió como guía de aprendizaje. Resultados: la docencia fue valorada por el alumnado como innovadora y motivadora en las encuestas de evaluación. Además, se produjo una mejora notable en las competencias comunicativas de los participantes, que queda reflejada en la evolución positiva de la mayoría de ellos, en las evaluaciones seriadas realizadas en clase con la rúbrica. Discusión: el programa de entrenamiento consiguió los objetivos propuestos, resultando estimulante y atractivo para profesores y alumnos, y facilitando al tiempo un abordaje innovador de los contenidos y la capacitación en competencias comunicativas. Por todo ello, el simulacro de congreso es una herramienta pedagógica muy útil para la docencia de comunicación científica en Enfermería.

Abstract:

Objectives: this paper aims to show the results of a teaching experience in nursing science communication, through the use of a mock scientific congress.

Method: based on an action research model, we planned a work program for nursing students. For a month, students worked on their communication skills as well as the contents of the subject. Evaluation criteria were set out in an item which in turn served them as a learning guide. Results: teaching was valued by students in the evaluation surveys as innovative and motivating. There was also a significant improvement in communication skills of the participants, which is reflected in the positive development of most of them in serial assessments made in class. Discussion: the training program achieved its objectives; it was stimulating and attractive to teachers and students, while providing an innovative approach to the content and training in communication skills. Therefore, the mock congress is a valuable teaching tool for teaching scientific communication in nursing.

Objetivos: um dos objetivos do ensino no Espaço Europeu do Ensino Superior é proporcionar conhecimento de qualidade aos alunos, bem como ferramentas para pesquisa e divulgação dos resultados.

Metodologia: este trabalho tem como objetivo mostrar os resultados da experiência de ensino na formação da transferência de conhecimento, através do uso de uma conferência de simulação científica. Baseado num modelo de investigaçao-ação, planejamos um programa de trabalho para os alunos num curso para o Diploma em Enfermagem da Universidade de Huelva (Espanha) em 2009/10.

Resultados: o ensino foi avaliado pelos estudantes como innovador e motivador nas pesquisas de avaliação. Houve também uma melhoria significativa nas habilidades de comunicação dos participantes.

Discussâo: assim, o congresso de simulação aparece como uma estratégia útil pedagógica para atingir os objetivos, é estimulante e atraente para professores e alunos.

El Blog como herramienta promotora de un aprendizaje enfermero más significativo / Blog: original tool for more meaningful learning in nursing

La utilización de las herramientas que las nuevas tecnologías nos ofrecen presenta diversas ventajas e inconvenientes que merece la pena analizar para su mejor uso en el aula y su óptimo aprovechamiento didáctico-docente. El objetivo es presentar el uso del blog como herramienta motivadora de aprendizaje para alumnos universitarios, concretada en la experiencia de impartir un taller formativo en Cuidados para la Diabetes. Se han usado herramientas metodológicas convencionales como la lección magistral, experiencias, consulta de documentación en soporte papel y digital, dramatización y trabajo en grupos, valoradas positivamente. Pero destacamos la creación de un blog sobre Diabetes como herramienta vehicular, con un aporte para el aprendizaje de gran valor porque potencia el proceso de comprensión, elaboración, asimilación y adaptación de los contenidos. Y porque les ha permitido 'aprender a enseñar', es decir, mostrar su trabajo y producción como posteriormente se requerirá en su actividad profesional como Facultativos en Enfermería (AU)

The use of tools, that new technologies show us, offer a lot of advantages and drawbacks which should be analized for a better use of them in the classroom, and didactic-teaching achievemente. The purpose of it is to show a blog as a motivating learning tool for university students, just in the experience of a classroom workshop for Diabetes care. Methodological tools have been used such as: lectures, true experiences, getting information on paper or digital access, rol-play and teamwork, whose assesment has been constructive. But we want to emphasize the use of a blog about Diabetes developed by nursing students like an innovative learning tool wich is very important because it improves the understanding, development, assimilation and adjustment of the contents. And it has allowed them 'to learn how to teach' that is, to show a piece of their work and results as in the future they will be demanded in their jobs like Doctors (AU)

"Humanización", ¿un término adecuado para la atención perinatal? / "Humanization", an appropriate term for perinatal care?

Introducción: el Proyecto de Humanización de la Atención Perinatal de Andalucía (PHAPA) es una iniciativa de la Junta de Andalucía que está suponiendo una importante transformación de la atención sanitaria que prestan las matronas. Sin embargo, el término "humanización", que da nombre al proyecto, ha producido controversia entre estos profesionales. Objetivo: describir qué opinión tienen las matronas andaluzas sobre el término "humanización". Material y método: estudio observacional descriptivo transversal. Se diseñó una encuesta estructurada que fue administrada a 63 matronas de los hospitales públicos de Andalucía en abril de 2010.Resultados: el 100% de las matronas consultadas conocía el PHAPA. El50,8% de las mismas opinó que el término "humanización" expresaba adecuadamente los objetivos del mismo. No obstante, un 47,6% de las matronas consultadas reconoció sentir como una ofensa el uso del término humanización. Al preguntar sobre la capacidad de este término para motivar en los profesionales una mejora de la calidad de la atención, un 66,6% de las matronas respondió afirmativamente. Conclusiones: en torno a la percepción del término "humanización" se observa una clara división de las matronas andaluzas en dos grupos de similares proporciones: el de los profesionales favorables al mismo y el de los que lo consideran una ofensa. Por tanto, parece que el término "humanización" no ha sido el más adecuado para dar nombre a un proyecto de las características del PHAPA (AU)

Introduction: the Andalucía Perinatal Care Humanization Project (from its acronym in Spanish PHAPA) is an initiative of the regional government, which means a major transformation of the health care rendered by midwives. However, the term "humanization", which gives the name to the project, has raised controversy among these professionals. Objective: to describe the opinion Andalusian midwives have on the term "humanization."Methods: descriptive study. We designed a structured questionnaire that was administered to 63 midwives in public hospitals of Andalusia in april 2010.Results: 100% of the surveyed midwives knew about the PHAPA project.50,8% of them felt that the term "humanization" adequately expressed objectives. However, 47,6% of the surveyed midwives recognized as an offense the use of the term humanization. When asked about the capacity of this term to motivate an improvement in the quality of care inthe professionals, 66,6% of midwives rated it as positive. Conclusions: regarding the term "humanization" a clear division of Andalusian midwives is observed in two groups of similar proportions: those professionals who favor the terms and those who see it as an insult.It therefore appears that the term "humanization" has not been themost appropriate term to name a project of the characteristics of the PHAPA project (AU)