Trends in scientific editing and good research practices: what do researchers-nurses know?

OBJECTIVE: To verify researchers-nurses' knowledge about trends in scientific publishing and good research practices. METHOD: A descriptive study carried out through an online survey with 197 nurses holding master's and/or doctoral degrees from all Brazilian regions. To raise knowledge, a validated, self-administered and anonymous questionnaire with 18 questions on the subject was used. Descriptive and inferential analyzes were performed on researchers' scores (Mann-Whitney test). RESULTS: Among the specific questions, the mean of correct answers was 7.1: 6.4 for master's and 7.4 for doctoral degree holders. There was a significant difference in the mean of correct answers between masters and doctors (p = 0.025), and between productivity scholarship holders and non-scholarship holders (p = 0.021), according to mean difference tests. Questions about predatory editorial practices were those in which researchers had the worst knowledge. CONCLUSION: We identified that, regardless of the education level (master's or doctoral degree), nurses have little knowledge about the topics studied, which can compromise the quality of production and the scientific vehicles used to disseminate this knowledge.

Trends in scientific editing and good research practices: what do researchers-nurses know? / Tendencias en la edición científica y las buenas prácticas de investigación: ¿qué saben los investigadores-enfermeros? / Tendências em editoração científica e boas práticas em pesquisa: o que conhecem os pesquisadores-enfermeiros?

Abstract Objective: To verify researchers-nurses' knowledge about trends in scientific publishing and good research practices. Method: A descriptive study carried out through an online survey with 197 nurses holding master's and/or doctoral degrees from all Brazilian regions. To raise knowledge, a validated, self-administered and anonymous questionnaire with 18 questions on the subject was used. Descriptive and inferential analyzes were performed on researchers' scores (Mann-Whitney test). Results: Among the specific questions, the mean of correct answers was 7.1: 6.4 for master's and 7.4 for doctoral degree holders. There was a significant difference in the mean of correct answers between masters and doctors (p = 0.025), and between productivity scholarship holders and non-scholarship holders (p = 0.021), according to mean difference tests. Questions about predatory editorial practices were those in which researchers had the worst knowledge. Conclusion: We identified that, regardless of the education level (master's or doctoral degree), nurses have little knowledge about the topics studied, which can compromise the quality of production and the scientific vehicles used to disseminate this knowledge.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Verificar el conocimiento de investigadores-enfermeros sobre las tendencias en la publicación científica y las buenas prácticas de investigación. Método: Estudio descriptivo, realizado a través de una encuesta en línea con 197 enfermeros con maestría y/o doctorado de todas las regiones brasileñas. Para aumentar el conocimiento se utilizó un cuestionario validado, autoadministrado y anónimo con 18 preguntas sobre el tema. Sobre la puntuación de los investigadores, se realizaron análisis descriptivos e inferenciales (prueba de Mann-Whitney). Resultados: Entre las preguntas específicas, la media de aciertos fue de 7,1, siendo 6,4 para los másteres y 7,4 para los médicos. Hubo diferencia significativa en la media de aciertos entre maestros y doctores (p = 0,025), y entre becarios de productividad y no académicos (p = 0,021), según pruebas de diferencia de medias. Las preguntas sobre prácticas editoriales depredadoras eran aquellas en las que los investigadores tenían el peor conocimiento. Conclusión: Identificamos que, independientemente del nivel de formación (maestría o doctorado), los enfermeros tienen poco conocimiento sobre los temas estudiados, lo que puede comprometer la calidad de la producción y los vehículos científicos utilizados para difundir este conocimiento.

RESUMO Objetivo: Verificar o conhecimento de pesquisadores-enfermeiros sobre tendências em editoração científica e boas práticas em pesquisa. Método: Estudo descritivo, realizado por inquéritoonlinecom 197 enfermeiros com título de mestre e/ou doutor de todas as regiões brasileiras. Para levantar o conhecimento, utilizou-se um questionário validado, autoaplicável e anônimo com 18 questões sobre o assunto. Sobre o escore dos pesquisadores, realizaram-se análises descritivas e inferenciais (Teste de Mann-Whitney). Resultados: Entre as questões específicas, a média de acertos foi de 7,1, sendo 6,4 para mestres e 7,4 para doutores. Houve diferença significativa na média de acertos entre mestres e doutores (p = 0,025), e entre bolsistas e não bolsistas de produtividade (p = 0,021), segundo testes de diferença de médias. As questões sobre práticas editoriais predatórias foram aquelas em que os pesquisadores apresentaram pior conhecimento. Conclusão: Identificamos que, independente do grau de formação (mestrado ou doutorado), os enfermeiros têm baixo conhecimento sobre os temas estudados, o que pode comprometer a qualidade da produção e dos veículos científicos utilizados para disseminação desse conhecimento.

Trends in scientific publishing and good practices in research: what do nurse-researcher know? / Boas práticas em pesquisa e editoração científica: o que conhecem os pesquisadores-enfermeiros do Brasil?

Objective: to verify the knowledge of nurse-researchers on trends in scientific publishing and good research practices, as well as to compare the results according to the degree of training. Method: descriptive study conducted through an online survey with 197 nurses with master's and/or doctorate degrees from all Brazilian regions. To raise knowledge, a validated, self-administered and anonymous questionnaire was used. Descriptive and inferential analyzes were performed on the researchers' score (Mann-Whitney test). Results: Among the 18 specific questions, the average of correct answers was 7.1; being 6.4 for masters and 7.4 for doctors. There was a statistically significant difference in the mean of correct answers between masters and doctors (p=0.025), and between productivity scholarship holders and non-scholarship holders (p=0.021), according to means difference tests. Questions about predatory editorial practices were those in which researchers performed worse. Conclusion: We identified a low level of knowledge among the participants, regardless of their level of education (master's or doctorate). The expansion of dissemination and articulation strategies for this knowledge is necessary for the production of quality scientific knowledge in the area.

Objetivo: verificar o conhecimento de enfermeiros-pesquisadores em temas relacionados a boas práticas em pesquisa e editoração científica e comparar os resultados de acordo com o grau de formação. Método: estudo descritivo realizado por inquérito on-line com 197 enfermeiros mestres ou doutores de todas as regiões brasileiras. Para levantar o conhecimento utilizou-se um questionário validado, autoaplicável e anônimo. Sobre o escore dos pesquisadores realizaram-se análises descritivas e inferenciais (Teste de Mann-Whitney). Resultados: Entre as 18 questões específicas, a média de acertos foi de 7,1; sendo de 6,4 para mestres e 7,4 para doutores. Houve diferença estatisticamente significativa na média de acertos entre mestres e doutores (p=0,025), e entre bolsistas e não-bolsistas de produtividade (p=0,021), segundo testes de diferença de médias.  As questões sobre práticas editoriais predatórias foram aquelas em que os pesquisadores apresentaram os piores escores. Conclusão: Identificamos baixo conhecimento dos participantes independente do grau de formação (mestrado ou doutorado). A ampliação das estratégias de divulgação e articulação desse conhecimento são necessárias para a produção de conhecimento científico de qualidade na área.

Estratégias para a redução de erros de medicação durante a hospitalização: revisão integrativa / Estrategias para la reducción de errores de medicación durante la hospitalización: revisión integradora / Strategies for reducing medication errors during hospitalization: integrative review

RESUMO Objetivo sintetizar o conhecimento relacionado às estratégias para redução de erros de medicação durante a hospitalização de pacientes adultos Método revisão integrativa da literatura realizada em outubro de 2020 por meio da busca de publicações nas bases de dados eletrônicas: Web of Science, Pubmed, Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde e Google Scholar Resultados amostra composta por 12 estudos, cujas estratégias para a redução de erros de medicação foram apresentadas de acordo com as categorias: envolvimento do farmacêutico clínico nas atividades clínicas, implantação de tecnologias da informação, estratégias educacionais mediadas por simulação e jogos, e redução da carga de trabalho Conclusão associado às tecnologias, o envolvimento do farmacêutico clínico com a equipe médica e de enfermagem resultará em melhorias na redução dos eventos adversos a medicamentos e na qualidade da assistência prestada ao paciente

RESUMEN Objetivo sintetizar el conocimiento relacionado a las estrategias para reducción de errores de medicación durante la hospitalización de pacientes adultos Método revisión integradora de la literatura realizada en octubre de 2020 por medio de la búsqueda de publicaciones en las bases de datos electrónicas: Web of Science, Pubmed, Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Literatura Latinoamericana y del Caribe en Ciencias de la Salud y Google Scholar Resultados muestra compuesta por 12 estudios, cuyas estrategias para reducir los errores de medicación se presentaron según las categorías: implicación del farmacéutico clínico en las actividades clínicas, implementación de tecnologías de la información, estrategias educativas mediadas por simulación y juegos, y reducción de la carga de trabajo Conclusión asociada a las tecnologías, la implicación del farmacéutico clínico con el equipo médico y de enfermería se traducirá en mejoras en la reducción de los efectos adversos de los medicamentos y en la calidad de la atención al paciente

ABSTRACT Objective to synthesize the knowledge related to strategies to reduce medication errors during the hospitalization of adult patients Method integrative literature review carried out in October 2020 through the search for publications in electronic databases: Web of Science, Pubmed, Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Latin American and Caribbean literature in Health Sciences and Google Scholar Results sample composed of 12 studies, whose strategies for the reduction of medication errors were presented according to the categories: involvement of the clinical pharmacist in clinical activities, implementation of information technologies, educational strategies mediated by simulation and games, and workload reduction Conclusion associated with technologies, the involvement of the clinical pharmacist in the medical and nursing team will result in improvements in the reduction of adverse medication events and in the quality of care provided to the patient

Nursing now and always: evidence for the implementation of the Nursing Now campaign.

OBJECTIVE: to identify the guiding axes of the documents that grounded the Nursing Now campaign and relate the recommendations of these documents to the campaign goals. METHOD: documentary research, based on the analysis of the documents that promoted the Nursing Now campaign. The data were collected between March and April 2020, using a form structured into: background, scope, challenges and potentials of health/nursing professionals and recommendations for the future. RESULTS: the challenges and the need for investments in the health and nursing workforce to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals were evidenced. The report of the High Level Commission on health Employment and Economic Growth presents important recommendations, also introduced in the Triple Impact Report and in the Strategic Directions for Nursing and Midwifery, converging to the goals of the Nursing Now campaign, stimulating a profile of nurses with technical, political and leadership skills, engaged in health policy-making, and the effectiveness of their practice is clear to the entire society. CONCLUSION: knowledge about the dynamics of the factors that converged to the development of the Nursing Now campaign may be a condition for achieving its goals. This reality reveals evidence that global health will not be ensured without strengthening Nursing first.

Profile of environmental service managers and workers in Brazilian hospitals.

INTRODUCTION: Contamination through the hands of professionals and surfaces is one of the main agents involved in health care-associated infections in health services. Flaws in the execution of hospital housekeeping can lead to the contamination of surfaces and health equipment though, representing a risk for patient safety and highlighting the need to maximize the quality of cleaning processes in these institutions. OBJECTIVE: To describe the profile of managers and environmental service workers (ESWs) in Brazilian hospitals. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was undertaken in January 2018, involving 155 participants, being 12 managers and 143 workers from the housekeeping team of two health institutions, being one private and the other public. RESULTS: Most participants were female (86%), with a mean age of 45 years and primary education level, 52% being outsourced workers. The participants positively assessed their job satisfaction, satisfaction with training, basic knowledge and performance; nevertheless, situations were identified that were perceived as risks for patient safety and occupational health. The questions involving motivational incentives received the lowest scores. CONCLUSION: Inconsistencies were found in the housekeeping professionals'. Preparation, indicating that the institutions studied do not value this type of service and that an investment policy in these workers' motivation is lacking.

Empathizing and systemizing profiles of Brazilian and Portuguese nursing undergraduates.

AIM: To analyze the empathizing and systemizing profiles of Brazilian and Portuguese nursing undergraduates. BACKGROUND: Empathy is a fundamental skill for nursing practice and should be analyzed during the student's education. METHODS: Descriptive study with cross-sectional design. Participants were 968 undergraduate students, including 215 (22.2%) Brazilians from a university in the state of São Paulo and 753 (77.8%) Portuguese students from a higher education institution in central Portugal. The Portuguese and Brazilian versions of the Empathizing/Systemizing Quotient have good internal consistency and reliability. ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS: In Brazil, approval for the study was obtained from the Research Ethics Committee of the University of São Paulo at Ribeirão Preto College of Nursing (protocol 191/2016) and in Portugal, from the Ethics Committee of the Health Sciences Research Unit: Nursing, Coimbra Higher School of Nursing (protocol P362-09/2016). RESULTS: Most (86%) participants were female and aged between 20 and 24 years. In the general profile analysis between both groups, the domains "Social Skills," "Contents," and "Processes" scored higher. Gender differences exist for the feeling of empathy and systemizing, as women scored better on the short version of the Empathy Quotient and men on the Systemizing Quotient. CONCLUSION: As demonstrated in the domain scores for "Social Skills," "Contents," and "Processes," the undergraduate nursing students analyzed have the ability to deal intuitively and spontaneously with social situations; they are also characterized as methodical people, who like to follow rules, and experience practice better than theory, and the women have a higher empathetic level than men, who in turn are more systemizing.

Nursing now and always: evidence for the implementation of the Nursing Now campaign / Enfermagem agora e sempre: evidências para a implementação da campanha Nursing Now / Enfermería ahora y siempre: evidencias para la implementación de la campaña Nursing Now

Objective: to identify the guiding axes of the documents that grounded the Nursing Now campaign and relate the recommendations of these documents to the campaign goals. Method: documentary research, based on the analysis of the documents that promoted the Nursing Now campaign. The data were collected between March and April 2020, using a form structured into: background, scope, challenges and potentials of health/nursing professionals and recommendations for the future. Results: the challenges and the need for investments in the health and nursing workforce to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals were evidenced. The report of the High Level Commission on health Employment and Economic Growth presents important recommendations, also introduced in the Triple Impact Report and in the Strategic Directions for Nursing and Midwifery, converging to the goals of the Nursing Now campaign, stimulating a profile of nurses with technical, political and leadership skills, engaged in health policy-making, and the effectiveness of their practice is clear to the entire society. Conclusion: knowledge about the dynamics of the factors that converged to the development of the Nursing Now campaign may be a condition for achieving its goals. This reality reveals evidence that global health will not be ensured without strengthening Nursing first.

Objetivo: identificar os eixos norteadores dos documentos que deram origem à campanha Nursing Now e relacionar as recomendações desses documentos aos objetivos da campanha. Método: pesquisa documental, realizada a partir de análise dos documentos que fomentaram a campanha Nursing Now. Os dados foram coletados entre março e abril de 2020, mediante formulário estruturado em background, escopo, desafios e potencialidades dos profissionais da saúde/enfermagem e recomendações para o futuro. Resultados: foram evidenciados os desafios e a imprescindibilidade de investimentos na força de trabalho em saúde e Enfermagem para o atingimento dos Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável. O Relatório da High Level Commission on Health Employment and Economic Growth apresenta recomendações importantes, também introduzidas no Triple Impact Report e nas Strategic Directions for Nursing and Midwifery, confluindo para os objetivos da Campanha Nursing Now, que estimulam um perfil de enfermeiro com competências técnicas, políticas, de liderança, envolvido na construção de políticas de saúde, cuja efetividade da prática seja evidenciada para toda a sociedade. Conclusão: conhecimento sobre a dinâmica dos fatores que convergiram para o desenvolvimento da campanha Nursing Now pode ser condição para alcançar seus objetivos. Depreendem-se, dessa realidade, evidências de que a saúde global não será garantida sem, antes, fortalecer a Enfermagem.

Objetivo: identificar los ejes orientadores de los documentos que dieron origen a la campaña Nursing Now y relacionar las recomendaciones emanadas de esos documentos con los objetivos de la campaña. Método: investigación documental, desarrollada a partir del análisis de los documentos que fomentaron la campaña Nursing Now. Los datos fueron recogidos entre marzo y abril de 2020, mediante formulario estructurado en: background, alcance, retos y potencialidades de los profesionales sanitarios/enfermeros y recomendaciones para el futuro. Resultados: fueron evidenciados los desafíos y la importancia fundamental de inversiones en la fuerza de trabajo en salud y Enfermería para el logro de los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible. El Informe de la High Level Commission on Health Employment and Economic Growth presenta recomendaciones importantes, también introducidas en el Triple Impact Report y en las Strategic Directions for Nursing and Midwifery in the Americas, confluyendo a los objetivos de la campaña Nursing Now, estimulando un perfil de enfermero con competencias técnicas, políticas, de liderazgo, involucrado en la construcción de políticas de salud, cuya efectividad de su práctica sea evidenciada para toda la sociedad. Conclusión: conocer la dinámica de los factores que convergieron hacia el desarrollo de la campaña Nursing Now puede ser una condición para alcanzar sus objetivos. Se deduce de esta realidad evidencias de que la salud global no será garantizada sin haber fortalecido la Enfermería.

Empathic profile of nursing freshmen.

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the empathic profile and the empathy scores of freshmen of the nursing course. DESIGN AND PARTICIPANTS: Descriptive study involving 399 freshmen students of two modalities of nursing courses: Bachelor and Bachelor and Teaching Diploma, in the period from 2012 to 2015. A sociodemographic questionnaire and the Empathy Inventory were applied. ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS: The research received approval from the Research Ethics Committee of the University of São Paulo at Ribeirão Preto College of Nursing. The students registered their acceptance to participate in the research by signing the Free and Informed Consent Form and anonymity was guaranteed. FINDINGS: The mean age of the participants was 19 years, being 85.5% female. The students were grouped by course modality and all groups presented high empathy scores. A significant difference (p < 0.001) was found, which indicates that students of the Bachelor and Teaching Diploma program presented a higher degree of empathy for the General Score, Domain 2 (Interpersonal Flexibility), and Domain 3 (Altruism) in relation to students in the Bachelor program. CONCLUSION: Results show that nursing undergraduate freshmen are emphatic, with minimum differences between the two courses. This profile is relevant for the development of future professionals capable to demonstrate a balance between instrumental and expressive competences.

How to measure the empathy level of undergraduate nursing students? An integrative review / ¿como mensurar el nivel de empatia de alumnos de pregrado en enfermeria? Revision integradora / Como medir o grau empático de graduandos de enfermagem? Uma revisão integrativa

ABSTRACT Objective: analyze available evidence in the literature on the measuring of empathy levels in nursing undergraduates. Method: integrative literature review developed in the databases PubMed, Web of Science, CINAHL and LILACS in September 2017. Results: among the 40 primary studies analyzed, 21 questionnaires were identified to measure the empathy levels of nursing undergraduates. Conclusion: different tools exist that are considered reliable to analyze the empathy level among nursing undergraduates.

RESUMEN Objetivo: analizar evidencias disponibles en la literatura sobre la mensuración de niveles de empatía en alumnos de pregrado en enfermería. Método: revisión integradora de la literatura desarrollada en las bases de datos PubMed, Web of Science, CINAHL y LILACS en septiembre del 2017. Resultados: entre los 40 estudios primarios analizados, fueron identificados 21 cuestionarios para mensurar los niveles de empatía de alumnos de pregrado en enfermería. Conclusión: existen diferentes herramientas que son consideradas confiables para analizar el nivel de empatía entre los alumnos de pregrado en enfermería.

RESUMO Objetivo: analisar evidências disponíveis na literatura sobre mensuração do grau empático de graduandos de enfermagem. Método: revisão integrativa da literatura realizada nas bases PubMed, Web of Science, CINHAL e LILACS, em setembro de 2017. Resultados: entre os 40 estudos primários analisados, foram identificados 21 questionários para mensuração do grau empático de graduandos de enfermagem. Conclusão: existem diversos instrumentos considerados confiáveis para a análise do perfil empático entre graduandos de enfermagem.

Characterization of caesarean deliveries in primiparous women: a cross-sectional study / Caracterização dos partos cesarianas em primíparas: um estudo transversal

The objective of the study was to describe as characteristics of caesarean births of primiparous women in a hospital in the São Francisco Valley in the year 2013. Descriptive, retrospective and cross-sectional study with 101 pregnant women undergoing caesarean section. The data were collected from the patients' medical records using a form and analyzed through the EPI INFO 3.7 program. It was observed that the mean age of the primiparous women was 21 years, 96.3% were brown, 69.3% had a partner, and 49.4% had 12 or more years of education. Pre-eclampsia (15.84%) and progression dystocia (14.85%) were the main referrals for caesarean section. Of those surveyed, 80% had no previous risk factor. However, 27.6% had hypertensive complications, 7.9% had hemorrhagic complications, and 9.9% already needed ICU admission. Characteristics of the studied population were young women with a partner, good schooling, brown and prenatal. The main referrals for a caesarean section were: pre-eclampsia and progression dystocia, although they did not have any previous risk factor, they presented hemorrhage and hypertensive disease as a complication, and were admitted to the ICU was the most frequently found maternal morbidity condition

Descrever as características dos partos cesarianos de primíparas em um hospital do Vale São Francisco no ano de 2013. Estudo descritivo, retrospectivo e transversal com 101 gestantes submetidas à cesariana. Os dados foram coletados dos prontuários por meio de um formulário, e analisados através do programa EPI-INFO 3.7. Observou-se que a idade média das primíparas era de 21 anos, 96,3% eram da cor parda, 69,3% apresentavam companheiro e 49,4% tinham 12 ou mais anos de estudo. A pré-eclâmpsia (15,84%) e a distócia de progressão (14,85%) foram as principais indicações de cesariana. Das pesquisadas 80% não apresentavam fator de risco prévio. Contudo, 27,6% tiveram complicação hipertensiva e 7,9% complicação hemorrágica. Já 9,9 % necessitaram de internação em UTI. Foram características da população estudada mulheres jovens com companheiro, boa escolaridade, de cor parda e que realizaram pré-natal. As principais indicações de cesariana foram: pré-eclâmpsia e a distócia de progressão, apesar de não possuirem fator de risco prévio, apresentaram hemorragia e doença hipertensiva como complicação e tiveram a internação em UTI foi à condição de morbidade materna mais encontrada.

O cuidado na visão de portadores de hipertensão arterial / El cuidado en la visión de pacientes con hipertensión arterial / The vision of care in hypertensive patients

Descrever como os portadores de hipertensão percebem o cuidado em uma unidade de saúde da família do norte de Santa Catarina. Métodos: Estudo exploratório descritivo, desenvolvido com um grupo de portadores de hipertensão arterial sistêmica. Na coleta de dados utilizou-se a técnica do grupo focal, a análise dos dados ocorreu a partir das falas dos participantes e das percepções da pesquisadora no grupo. Resultados: os participantes relataram sobre seu processo de adoecer e o envolvimento de sua família e da instituição de saúde como potencializadores do cuidado de si. Fatores considerados imprescindíveis para os usuários manterem a conduta terapêutica contínua e ininterruptamente. Conclusão: Com isso, cabe aos profissionais de saúde propiciar momentos de ensino e aprendizagem que incentivem usuários e familiares a cuidarem se e perceberem a importância deste cuidado para sua saúde.

Describir cómo los pacientes con hipertensión perciben el cuidado en una unidad de salud de la familia en el norte de Santa Catarina. Métodos: Estudio exploratorio descriptivo, desarrollado con un grupo de pacientes con hipertensión. En la recopilación de datos se utilizó la técnica de grupos focales, la análisis de los datos ocurrió a partir de los discursos de los participantes y las percepciones de los investigadores del grupo. Resultados: Los participantes informaron sobre su proceso de enfermar y la participación de su familia y la institución de salud como potenciadores del auto-cuidado. Factores considerados esenciales para los usuarios de mantener y continuar con el tratamiento sin interrupciones. Conclusión: Cabe a los profesionales de salud ofrecer momentos de enseñanza y el aprendizaje que animan a los usuarios y las familias para cuidar de sí mismos y darse cuenta de la importancia de cuidar su salud.

Objectives: To describe how patients perceive the care of hypertension in a family healthunit in northern Santa Catarina. Methods: A descriptive exploratory study was developed with a group of patients with hypertension. Data collection used the focus group technique, the analysis of data was from the speeches of the participants and the researcher’s perceptions of the group. Results: Participants reported on their process of disease and involvement of its family and health institutions as enhancers of self-care. Factors considered essential for users to maintain and continue the therapy without interruption. Conclusion: Thus, it is for health professionals provide teaching and learning moments that encourage users and families to care for themselves and realize the importance of caring for your health.

Atendimento pré-hospitalar a vítima de acidente automobilístico / Atención prehospitalaria a las víctimas de accidentes de automóvil / Pre-hospital care to victims of accidents automotive

Analisar as ocorrências por trauma do Atendimento Pré-Hospitalar (APH) do corpo de Bombeiros do município de Joinville/SC, entre os meses de janeiro e julho de 2008. Método: A coleta de dados foi realizada a partir da análise dos documentos arquivados do Corpo de Bombeiros no período de janeiro a julho de 2008. Resultados: O trauma por acidente automobilístico atinge principalmente jovens do sexo masculino e pode-se perceber que o corpo de bombeiros, apesar dos serviços do SAMU, ainda é considerado uma referência ao atendimento de urgências e emergências da população. Conclusões: Faz-se necessários campanhas educativas e de direção defensiva para esta população, visando minimizar os acidentes. E também capacitações para os serviços de atendimento pré-hospitalar a fim de atender de forma efetiva e eficaz as ocorrências.

Analizar la incidencia de la atención traumatológica prehospitalaria (APH) del Departamento de Bomberos del municipio de Joinville/SC, entre los meses de enero y julio de 2008. Método: La recogida de datos se realizó a partir del análisis de los documentos presentados ante el Departamento de Bomberos de enero a julio de 2008. Resultados: El trauma de un accidente automovilístico afecta principalmente a varones jóvenes y se puede ver que el cuerpo de bomberos, a pesar de los servicios del SAMU, todavía se considera una referencia a la atención de urgencia y de emergencia para la población. Conclusiones: Es necesario que las campañas educativas y de manejo defensivo para esta población con el fin de minimizar los accidentes. También de capacitación para los servicios de atención pre-hospitalaria a fin de cumplir eficaz y eficientemente los acontecimientos.

Objective: To analyze the occurrence of trauma prehospital care (APH) of the Fire Department of the municipality of Joinville/SC, between the months of January and July 2008. Method: Data collection was performed from the analysis of documents filed with the Fire Department from January to July 2008. Results: The trauma from an automobile accident affects mainly young males and can be seen that the fire department, despite the SAMU services, is still considered a reference to urgent and emergency care for the population. Conclusions: It is necessary educational campaigns and defensive driving for this population in order to minimize accidents. Also training for the services of pre-hospital care in order to meet effectively and efficiently the occurrences.