ABSTRACT Objective: To report nine cases of pediatric patients with Acute Lymphoid Leukemia (ALL) or Acute Myeloid Leukemia who developed severe oral mucositis (SOM) at the first week of chemotherapy. Material and Methods: The cases were selected from a sample of 105 children followed for 10 consecutive weeks. Hematological and personal data were obtained from the patient's medical records. The oral cavity was examined weekly using the modified Oral Assessment Guide. Results: More of the patients were male (55.6%), had black/brown skin (55.6%), with ALL (66.7%), and the mean age was 5.55. Two patients had values below normal for leukocytes, platelets, and creatinine over the follow-up. However, all patients showed changes in the normality of hematological data in most weeks. The most used chemotherapeutic agents were aracytin, etoposide, and methotrexate, known for their high stomatotoxic potential. Patients had 2 to 6 (mean of 4) episodes of SOM and 4 to 7 (mean of 5.5) episodes of OM. One patient at week 7, one patient at week 5, and one patient at weeks 2 and 10 did not have OM. Saliva (84 times) and lips (44 times) were the most affected items. Conclusion: The patients showed oscillations in the severity of oral mucositis and hematological parameters over the follow-up. All patients were exposed to stomatotoxic drugs during the initial phase of cancer treatment.

Resumo Este artigo tem como objetivo investigar as concepções de corpo e de saúde entre os idosos, inseridos nas práticas corporais, vinculados ao grupo Esporte e Lazer, que pertence a uma Unidade Básica de Saúde em Goiânia. A pesquisa tem caráter qualitativo. Foram realizadas seis observações registradas por diário de campo com cerca de 30 integrantes e um grupo focal juntamente a cinco idosos. As informações foram submetidas à análise de conteúdo. Os resultados da investigação apontam concepções híbridas, de forma que elementos presentes na vida do indivíduo são confrontados com os vivenciados pelas práticas em saúde. As práticas corporais se conformam como experiências de vida significativas rumo a uma perspectiva integrativa. Nesse sentido, ainda que sejam evidenciados elementos entre os idosos que impulsionam a apreensão de fatores biopsicossociais, eles frequentemente apresentam aspectos que reduzem o corpo ou a saúde ao determinismo biológico. Assim, é necessário que os profissionais que acompanham o grupo de idosos realizem proposições diferenciadas.

Abstract This qualitative research investigates the concepts of body and health in body practices among older adults who attend the Esporte e Lazer (Sports and Leisure) group at a Basic Health Unit in Goiânia, Brazil. The research has a qualitative nature. Six field observations were performed (and recorded) with about 30 members, as well as a focus group with five older adults. Data underwent content analysis. Results indicate hybrid conceptions, in a way that elements present in the individual’s life are confronted with those experienced by health practices. Body practices are meaningful life experiences toward an integrative perspective. Thus, although certain elements among older adults drive the comprehension of biopsychosocial factors, they often show aspects which reduce the body or health to biological determinism. Thus, professionals who work with older adults must make different propositions.

Resumo Este artigo tem como objetivo investigar as concepções de corpo e de saúde entre os idosos, inseridos nas práticas corporais, vinculados ao grupo Esporte e Lazer, que pertence a uma Unidade Básica de Saúde em Goiânia. A pesquisa tem caráter qualitativo. Foram realizadas seis observações registradas por diário de campo com cerca de 30 integrantes e um grupo focal juntamente a cinco idosos. As informações foram submetidas à análise de conteúdo. Os resultados da investigação apontam concepções híbridas, de forma que elementos presentes na vida do indivíduo são confrontados com os vivenciados pelas práticas em saúde. As práticas corporais se conformam como experiências de vida significativas rumo a uma perspectiva integrativa. Nesse sentido, ainda que sejam evidenciados elementos entre os idosos que impulsionam a apreensão de fatores biopsicossociais, eles frequentemente apresentam aspectos que reduzem o corpo ou a saúde ao determinismo biológico. Assim, é necessário que os profissionais que acompanham o grupo de idosos realizem proposições diferenciadas.

Abstract This qualitative research investigates the concepts of body and health in body practices among older adults who attend the Esporte e Lazer (Sports and Leisure) group at a Basic Health Unit in Goiânia, Brazil. The research has a qualitative nature. Six field observations were performed (and recorded) with about 30 members, as well as a focus group with five older adults. Data underwent content analysis. Results indicate hybrid conceptions, in a way that elements present in the individual’s life are confronted with those experienced by health practices. Body practices are meaningful life experiences toward an integrative perspective. Thus, although certain elements among older adults drive the comprehension of biopsychosocial factors, they often show aspects which reduce the body or health to biological determinism. Thus, professionals who work with older adults must make different propositions.

RESUMO Objetivo: to analyze the social support network, the activities performed, and the factors associated with the presence of negative feelings of aged individuals who live alone during social distancing due to COVID-19. Método: a cross-sectional study conducted with 119 aged individuals who live alone in the Macro-region of Triângulo Sul, Minas Gerais, Brazil. The data were collected at the homes and with instruments validated in the country. Descriptive and multiple binary regression analyses were performed (p<0.05). Resultados: 97.5% had a social support network for health needs and for maintaining social distancing (79.8%). The activity most frequently performed was household chores (77.3%). The presence of negative feelings was associated with the female gender (p<0.001) and with fewer activities (p=0.012). Conclusão: the data contribute to the development of health actions, revealing situations in the daily life of aged individuals that are exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as aspects related to the negative feelings experienced by aged individuals who live alone.

ABSTRACT Objective: to identify the sociodemographic profile of interpersonal violence associated with alcohol consumption in São Paulo-SP, Brazil. Method: a cross-sectional study carried out through notifications of suspected or confirmed cases of interpersonal violence from the Notifiable Diseases Information System submitted between 2016 and 2019. Collection took place between March and June 2020. Chi-square or Fisher’s exact tests were performed in the statistical analysis. Results: 27,775 notifications were obtained, whose prevalent profile was female victims (60.6%), aged between 20 and 34 years old (41.4%), brown- or black-skinned (51%), and with complete high school (18.8%). Physical violence was more frequent (81.9%), perpetrated by an intimate partner (20.3%), motivated by sexism (9.9%) and generational conflict (11.2%). In sexual violence, rape prevailed with 69.4% and there was a low supply of emergency contraception methods (14.7%). Conclusion: the study contributes to reflections and subsidies in the planning of public policies to control the problem.

RESUMEN Objetivo: analizar la red de apoyo social, las actividades realizadas y los factores asociados a la presencia de sentimientos negativos de ancianos que viven solos durante el distanciamiento social debido al COVID-19. Método: estudio transversal realizado con 119 ancianos que viven solos en la Macro-región de Triângulo Sul, Minas Gerais, Brasil. Los datos se recolectaron en los domicilios y con instrumentos validados en el país. Se realizaron análisis descriptivos y de regresión binaria múltiple (p<0,05). Resultados: El 97,5% contaba con una red de apoyo social para necesidades de salud y para mantener el distanciamiento social (79.8%). La actividad más frecuente fue la de tareas domésticas (77,3%). La presencia de sentimientos negativos se asoció al sexo femenino (p<0,001) y a una menor cantidad de actividades realizadas (p=0,012). Conclusión: los datos contribuyen en la elaboración de acciones de salud, evidenciando situaciones en la vida diaria de los ancianos que se vieron agravadas durante la pandemia de COVID-19, como ser los aspectos relacionados a los sentimientos negativos experimentados por los ancianos que viven solos.

Objective to identify the mobile applications available for the teaching of physical examination and nursing procedures and how they have contributed to the teaching-learning process in nursing graduation. Method integrative literature review, conducted in April 2020, according to predefined protocol and PRISMA recommendations. Results the applications Oiva®, Vital Easy®, Whatsapp®, Facebook® and e-mails were identified as usable in the teaching-learning process in nursing graduation, contributing to greater interaction between students and professors, clarification of doubts and as a source of information for lookup. Conclusion the use of mobile applications is relevant in the teaching-learning process in nursing graduation, because they provide opportunities for the exchange of experiences and information between individuals belonging to different realities, expanding access to content, enabling engagement, limiting geographical barriers and adapting to specific realities.

Objetivo identificar las aplicaciones móviles disponibles para la enseñanza de los procedimientos de examen físico y procedimientos de enfermería y cómo han contribuido al proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje en la graduación en enfermería. Método revisión integrativa de la literatura, realizada en abril de 2020, de acuerdo con el protocolo predefinido y las recomendaciones PRISMA. Resultados las aplicaciones Oiva®, Vital Easy®, Whatsapp®, Facebook® y correos electrónicos fueron identificados como utilizables en el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje en la graduación enfermería, contribuyendo con una mayor interacción entre estudiantes y profesores, aclarando dudas y como fuente de información para consultas. Conclusión el uso de aplicaciones móviles es relevante en el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje en la graduación en enfermería, ya que proporciona oportunidades para el intercambio de experiencias e información entre personas pertenecientes a diferentes realidades, ampliando el acceso a los contenidos, permitiendo el compromiso, limitando las barreras geográficas y adaptándose a realidades específicas.

Objetivo identificar os aplicativos móveis disponíveis para o ensino de exame-físico e procedimentos de enfermagem e como estes têm contribuído com o processo de ensino-aprendizagem na graduação de enfermagem. Método revisão integrativa da literatura, realizada em abril de 2020, conforme protocolo pré-definido e recomendações PRISMA. Resultados os aplicativos Oiva®, Vital Easy®, Whatsapp®, Facebook® e e-mails foram identificados como utilizáveis no processo de ensino-aprendizagem na graduação em enfermagem, contribuindo com maior interação entre estudantes e professores, esclarecimento de dúvidas e como fonte de informação para consultas. Conclusão a utilização de aplicativos móveis é pertinente no processo de ensino-aprendizagem na graduação de enfermagem, por oportunizar a troca de experiências e informações entre indivíduos pertencentes a diferentes realidades, ampliando o acesso ao conteúdo, possibilitando o engajamento, limitando barreiras geográficas e adequando-se a realidades específicas.

ABSTRACT Objective to describe mean independence overall and by communication domains in older adults in the community, and to ascertain the socio-demographic and health variables associated with higher mean communication independence in elderly. Method this analytical, cross-sectional study was conducted with 808 older adults in the community. Descriptive, bivariate and multiple linear regression analyses were performed (p<0.05). Results minimum need for assistance in communication was assessed (6.43±0.77); by domains, the highest communication independence score was obtained in basic needs (6.88 ± 0.51) and the lowest in reading, writing and numerical concepts (5.96±1.63). Higher mean communication independence scores were associated with the 60├80 age group (p<0.001); level of schooling (p<0.001); income greater than one minimum wage (p<0.001); and absence of cognitive decline (p<0.001) and of indications of depressive symptoms (p=0.014). Conclusion Schooling, lower age, higher income and the absence of cognitive decline and indications of depressive symptoms contributed to greater communication independence.

RESUMEN Objetivo describir la independencia media global y por dominios de comunicación en adultos mayores de la comunidad, y conocer las variables sociodemográficas y de salud asociadas con una mayor independencia media de comunicación en adultos mayores. Método este estudio analítico y transversal se realizó con 808 adultos mayores de la comunidad. Se realizaron análisis descriptivos, bivariados y de regresión lineal múltiple (p <0,05). Resultados se evaluó la necesidad mínima de asistencia en la comunicación (6,43 ± 0,77); por dominios, la puntuación más alta de independencia comunicativa se obtuvo en necesidades básicas (6,88 ± 0,51) y la más baja en lectura, escritura y conceptos numéricos (5,96 ± 1,63). Las puntuaciones medias más altas de independencia de la comunicación se asociaron con el grupo de edad de 60 a 80 años (p <0,001); nivel de escolaridad (p <0,001); ingresos superiores a un salario mínimo (p <0,001); y ausencia de deterioro cognitivo (p <0,001) y de indicaciones de síntomas depresivos (p = 0,014). Conclusión La escolaridad, la menor edad, los ingresos más altos y la ausencia de deterioro cognitivo e indicaciones de síntomas depresivos contribuyeron a una mayor independencia comunicativa.

RESUMO Objetivo descrever a média total de independência geral e por domínios de comunicação dos idosos da comunidade e verificar as variáveis sociodemográficas e de saúde associadas à maior média de independência de comunicação entre os idosos. Método estudo transversal e analítico, desenvolvido entre 808 idosos da comunidade. Procederam-se às análises: descritiva, bivariada e regressão linear múltipla (p<0,05). Resultados verificou-se necessidade mínima de auxílio na comunicação (6,43±0,77); quanto aos domínios obteve maior escore de independência de comunicação nas necessidades básicas (6,88±0,51) e menor na leitura, escrita e conceitos numéricos (5,96±1,63). A maior média de independência de comunicação associou-se à faixa etária 60├80 (p<0,001); ter escolaridade (p<0,001); renda maior que um salário mínimo (p<0,001); à ausência do declínio cognitivo (p<0,001) e do indicativo de sintomas depressivos (p=0,014). Conclusão a escolaridade, menor idade, maior renda e a ausência do declínio cognitivo e do indicativo de sintomas depressivos contribuíram para maior independência de comunicação.

Objective: to describe the occurrence of COVID-19 and the health services used by elderly individuals living by themselves; identify the knowledge held by elderly individuals regarding the transmission, signs and symptoms of COVID-19, as well as factors associated with poor knowledge of preventive measures according to sociodemographic and clinical variables. Method: cross-sectional survey conducted by telephone or mobile with 123 elderly individuals living by themselves in the Health Macro-Region of Triângulo Sul in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Descriptive analysis was performed along with bivariate and multiple linear regression (p<0.05). Results: most elderly individuals did not present COVID-19 signs and symptoms (97.5%), were aware of how it is transmitted (86.6%), and of its signs and symptoms (90.8%). The elderly individuals were familiar with four preventive measures on average. After social distancing began, 85.7% of them left home and implemented three preventive measures on average, the most frequent of which was the use of face masks (99.0%). Being a man (p=0.001), 80 years old or older (p=0.045), and having fewer years of schooling (p=0.010) were associated with having less knowledge regarding the COVID-19 preventive measures. Conclusion: the elderly individuals were knowledgeable on COVID-19, but did not implement all the preventive measures. Male elderly individuals living by themselves with a low educational level are more vulnerable to COVID-19.

Objetivo: describir la incidencia de COVID-19 y el local de atención entre los adultos mayores que viven solos; identificar el conocimiento de los adultos mayores sobre la trasmisión, señales y síntomas y medidas preventivas de COVID-19 y comprobar los factores asociados al menor conocimiento de las medidas preventivas según variables sociodemográficas y clínicas. Método: encuesta telefónica y trasversal, desarrollada con 123 adultos mayores que viven solos en la Macroregión Sanitaria del Triângulo Sul en el estado de Minas Gerais. Fueron aplicados análisis: descriptivo, bivariado y regresión lineal múltiple (p<0,05). Resultados: la mayoría de los adultos mayores no presentaron señales y síntomas de COVID-19 (97,5%), conocía su forma de trasmisión (86,6%) y los señales y síntomas (90,8%). Los adultos mayores conocían en promedio cuatro medidas preventivas de COVID-19. Tras el inicio del distanciamiento social, el 85.7% salió del hogar y practicó en promedio tres medidas de prevención, siendo más frecuente el uso de mascarillas (99,0%). El menor conocimiento sobre las medidas preventivas de COVID-19 se asoció con el sexo masculino (p=0,001), el rango de edad de 80 años o más (p=0,045) y menor escolaridad (p=0,010). Conclusión: los adultos mayores tenían conocimiento sobre la COVID-19, pero no aplicaban todas las medidas preventivas. Además, los adultos mayores que viven solos, mayores y con baja escolaridad son más vulnerables a la COVID-19.

Objetivo: descrever a ocorrência da COVID-19 e o local de atendimento entre idosos que moram sozinhos; identificar o conhecimento dos idosos sobre a transmissão, sinais e sintomas e medidas preventivas da COVID-19 e verificar os fatores associados ao menor conhecimento das medidas preventivas segundo variáveis sociodemográficas e clínicas. Método: inquérito telefônico e transversal desenvolvido com 123 idosos que moram sozinhos na Macrorregião de Saúde do Triângulo Sul no Estado de Minas Gerais. Realizaram-se análises: descritiva, bivariada e regressão linear múltipla (p<0,05). Resultados: a maioria dos idosos não apresentou sinais e sintomas da COVID-19 (97,5%), conhecia sua forma de transmissão (86,6%) e os sinais e sintomas (90,8%). Os idosos conheciam, em média, quatro medidas preventivas da COVID-19. Após o início do distanciamento social, 85,7% saíram do domicílio e realizaram, em média, três medidas preventivas, sendo mais frequente o uso de máscaras (99,0%). O menor conhecimento sobre as medidas preventivas da COVID-19 associou-se ao sexo masculino (p=0,001), faixa etária de 80 anos ou mais (p=0,045) e menor escolaridade (p=0,010). Conclusão: os idosos possuíam conhecimento sobre a COVID-19, porém, não realizavam todas as medidas preventivas. Além disso, idosos que moram sozinhos do sexo masculino, longevos e com baixa escolaridade estão mais vulneráveis à COVID-19.

Objetivo: descrever a ocorrência da COVID-19 e o local de atendimento entre idosos que moram sozinhos; identificar o conhecimento dos idosos sobre a transmissão, sinais e sintomas e medidas preventivas da COVID-19 e verificar os fatores associados ao menor conhecimento das medidas preventivas segundo variáveis sociodemográficas e clínicas. Método: inquérito telefônico e transversal desenvolvido com 123 idosos que moram sozinhos na Macrorregião de Saúde do Triângulo Sul no Estado de Minas Gerais. Realizaram-se análises: descritiva, bivariada e regressão linear múltipla (p<0,05). Resultados: a maioria dos idosos não apresentou sinais e sintomas da COVID-19 (97,5%), conhecia sua forma de transmissão (86,6%) e os sinais e sintomas (90,8%). Os idosos conheciam, em média, quatro medidas preventivas da COVID-19. Após o início do distanciamento social, 85,7% saíram do domicílio e realizaram, em média, três medidas preventivas, sendo mais frequente o uso de máscaras (99,0%). O menor conhecimento sobre as medidas preventivas da COVID-19 associou-se ao sexo masculino (p=0,001), faixa etária de 80 anos ou mais (p=0,045) e menor escolaridade (p=0,010). Conclusão: os idosos possuíam conhecimento sobre a COVID-19, porém, não realizavam todas as medidas preventivas. Além disso, idosos que moram sozinhos do sexo masculino, longevos e com baixa escolaridade estão mais vulneráveis à COVID-19.

Objective: to describe the occurrence of COVID-19 and the health services used by elderly individuals living by themselves; identify the knowledge held by elderly individuals regarding the transmission, signs and symptoms of COVID-19, as well as factors associated with poor knowledge of preventive measures according to sociodemographic and clinical variables. Method: cross-sectional survey conducted by telephone or mobile with 123 elderly individuals living by themselves in the Health Macro-Region of Triângulo Sul in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Descriptive analysis was performed along with bivariate and multiple linear regression (p<0.05). Results: most elderly individuals did not present COVID-19 signs and symptoms (97.5%), were aware of how it is transmitted (86.6%), and of its signs and symptoms (90.8%). The elderly individuals were familiar with four preventive measures on average. After social distancing began, 85.7% of them left home and implemented three preventive measures on average, the most frequent of which was the use of face masks (99.0%). Being a man (p=0.001), 80 years old or older (p=0.045), and having fewer years of schooling (p=0.010) were associated with having less knowledge regarding the COVID-19 preventive measures. Conclusion: the elderly individuals were knowledgeable on COVID-19, but did not implement all the preventive measures. Male elderly individuals living by themselves with a low educational level are more vulnerable to COVID-19.

Objetivo: describir la incidencia de COVID-19 y el local de atención entre los adultos mayores que viven solos; identificar el conocimiento de los adultos mayores sobre la trasmisión, señales y síntomas y medidas preventivas de COVID-19 y comprobar los factores asociados al menor conocimiento de las medidas preventivas según variables sociodemográficas y clínicas. Método: encuesta telefónica y trasversal, desarrollada con 123 adultos mayores que viven solos en la Macroregión Sanitaria del Triângulo Sul en el estado de Minas Gerais. Fueron aplicados análisis: descriptivo, bivariado y regresión lineal múltiple (p<0,05). Resultados: la mayoría de los adultos mayores no presentaron señales y síntomas de COVID-19 (97,5%), conocía su forma de trasmisión (86,6%) y los señales y síntomas (90,8%). Los adultos mayores conocían en promedio cuatro medidas preventivas de COVID-19. Tras el inicio del distanciamiento social, el 85.7% salió del hogar y practicó en promedio tres medidas de prevención, siendo más frecuente el uso de mascarillas (99,0%). El menor conocimiento sobre las medidas preventivas de COVID-19 se asoció con el sexo masculino (p=0,001), el rango de edad de 80 años o más (p=0,045) y menor escolaridad (p=0,010). Conclusión: los adultos mayores tenían conocimiento sobre la COVID-19, pero no aplicaban todas las medidas preventivas. Además, los adultos mayores que viven solos, mayores y con baja escolaridad son más vulnerables a la COVID-19.

Resumo Objetivos: compreender o contexto cultural da instituição hospitalar e sua relação com a prática autônoma do enfermeiro obstetra na assistência ao parto de risco habitual. Métodos: pesquisa etnográfica desenvolvida em três maternidades públicas do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte, Brasil, com três gestores e 23 enfermeiros obstetras. Resultados: diferentes aspectos de ordem cultural, organizacional e estrutural da instituição hospitalar interferem diretamente na prática autônoma do enfermeiro obstetra. Dentre estes aspectos, a valorização profissional na assistência ao parto de risco habitual contribui para a autonomia do profissional em questão. Conclusões: constatou-se que o enfermeiro obstetra vivencia distintos contextos de atuação, os quais interferem diretamente na sua autonomia na assistência ao parto de risco habitual e no seu poder de decisão. Faz-se necessário, então, desvencilhar-se das relações de domínio e submissão, ainda impostas pela hegemonia médica.

Abstract Objectives: to understand the cultural context presented in hospitals and its relation to the obstetric nurse's autonomous practice on low-risk childbirth care. Methods: ethnographic research performed in three public maternities in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. Three managers and twenty-three obstetric nurses participated in this research. Results: distinctive on cultural, organizational and structural aspects of the hospital institution interfering directly with the obstetric nurse's autonomous practice. Among these aspects, professional appreciation on low-risk childbirth care contributes for the nurse's autonomy Conclusions: it was noticed that obstetric nurses undergo different contexts of action, which directly interfere with their autonomy on low-risk childbirth care and their decisionmaking abilities. It is necessary, then, to eradicate the relation of dominance and submission that it is still imposed by medical hegemony.

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To determine Vulnerable Elders Survey (VES-13) and WHOQOL-bref cutoff points to detect poor quality of life (QoL) in older individuals. METHODS: This is a cross-sectional study, performed in all primary health care units in Samambaia, DF, Brazil. The data were collected from August 2016 to May 2017. The sample size of 466 older individuals treated in primary health care was obtained considering a 5% margin of error, 95% confidence level, 50% prevalence, and 20% possible losses, in a population of 13,259 older individuals. The subjects answered the VES-13 and WHOQOL-bref questionnaires. They were divided into 3 subgroups: poorQoL (older individuals with self-reported very poor or poor QoL AND very dissatisfied or dissatisfied with their health), goodQoL (very good or good QoL AND very satisfied or satisfied with Health) and indeterminateQoL (NOT belonging to poorQoL or goodQoL subgroups). A receiver-operating characteristic (ROC) curve was performed with poorQoL (case) versus goodQoL (control) to determine the cutoff score in VES-13 and WHOQOL-bref. A diagnostic test using these cutoffs was carried out in all older individuals (n = 466). RESULTS: The VES-13 and WHOQOL-bref cutoff points to detect poorQoL were ≥ 2 and < 60, respectively. The area under ROC curve of VES-13 and WHOQOL-bref was 0.741 (CI95% 0.659-0.823; p < 0.001) and 0.934 (CI95% 0.881-0.987; p < 0.001), respectively. In diagnostic tests, VES-13 showed 84% sensitivity and 98.2% negative predictive value, and WHOQOL-bref, 88% sensitivity and 99% negative predictive value. CONCLUSIONS: VES-13 score ≥ 2 and WHOQOL-bref score < 60 adequately detected poorQoL in patients treated in primary health care. Our data suggest that older individuals with these scores require special treatment such as geriatrics collaborative care to improve this scenario, considering QoL impact on mortality.

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To determine Vulnerable Elders Survey (VES-13) and WHOQOL-bref cutoff points to detect poor quality of life (QoL) in older individuals. METHODS: This is a cross-sectional study, performed in all primary health care units in Samambaia, DF, Brazil. The data were collected from August 2016 to May 2017. The sample size of 466 older individuals treated in primary health care was obtained considering a 5% margin of error, 95% confidence level, 50% prevalence, and 20% possible losses, in a population of 13,259 older individuals. The subjects answered the VES-13 and WHOQOL-bref questionnaires. They were divided into 3 subgroups: poorQoL (older individuals with self-reported very poor or poor QoL AND very dissatisfied or dissatisfied with their health), goodQoL (very good or good QoL AND very satisfied or satisfied with Health) and indeterminateQoL (NOT belonging to poorQoL or goodQoL subgroups). A receiver-operating characteristic (ROC) curve was performed with poorQoL (case) versus goodQoL (control) to determine the cutoff score in VES-13 and WHOQOL-bref. A diagnostic test using these cutoffs was carried out in all older individuals (n = 466). RESULTS: The VES-13 and WHOQOL-bref cutoff points to detect poorQoL were ≥ 2 and < 60, respectively. The area under ROC curve of VES-13 and WHOQOL-bref was 0.741 (CI95% 0.659-0.823; p < 0.001) and 0.934 (CI95% 0.881-0.987; p < 0.001), respectively. In diagnostic tests, VES-13 showed 84% sensitivity and 98.2% negative predictive value, and WHOQOL-bref, 88% sensitivity and 99% negative predictive value. CONCLUSIONS: VES-13 score ≥ 2 and WHOQOL-bref score < 60 adequately detected poorQoL in patients treated in primary health care. Our data suggest that older individuals with these scores require special treatment such as geriatrics collaborative care to improve this scenario, considering QoL impact on mortality.

Objective to understand the daily work and access to health services of female sex workers. Methods qualitative research using the ethnographic method. Participant observation with record in a field journal, semi-structured interviews, and a form with sociodemographic data were used for the data collection. For data analysis, thematic analysis was associated to ethnography. Results four thematic categories emerged: insertion in prostitution; family relationships; suffering and illness; and access to health services. Conclusion the daily life of the women is marked by precarious working conditions and the search for health services to solve specific problems at their own initiative. The work routine in this context places women in situations of clinical and social fragility, exposing them to vulnerabilities in health.

Objetivo compreender o cotidiano de trabalho e o acesso aos serviços de saúde de mulheres profissionais do sexo. Métodos pesquisa qualitativa que utilizou o método etnográfico. Para a coleta de dados, foram utilizadas observação participante com registro em diário de campo, entrevista semiestruturada e formulário com dados sociodemográficos. Para a análise dos dados, associou-se à análise temática dos dados à etnografia. Resultados emergiram quatro categorias temáticas: inserção na prostituição; relações familiares; sofrimento e adoecimento; e acesso aos serviços de saúde. Conclusão o cotidiano das mulheres é marcado por condições precárias de trabalho e pela busca por serviços de saúde para resolução de problemas específicos, por iniciativa da mulher. A rotina de trabalho nesse contexto coloca as mulheres em situações de fragilidade clínica e social, expondo-as a vulnerabilidades em saúde.

The objective this study was to evaluated the influence of silica modified with protic ionic liquid (PIL) on an immobilized biocatalyst by covalent binding of Burkholderia cepacia lipase (BCL) in a PBR and in the transesterification reaction, by characterization and mass transfer of the system studied. The results showed that maximum conversion of ethyl esters was 39 ± 1.73% at 96 h (IB on control silica) and 47 ± 2.0% in 72 h (IB on modified silica). The PIL also influenced the analysis of residence time distribution (RTD) with the mean time ranging from 14.94 (control silica) to 25 min (modified silica). Variation of the reaction parameters (temperature, flow rate and molar ratio) positively influenced the mass transfer coefficient (kc) which varied from 0.95 × 10−4 to 2.39 × 10−4 m s−1 (IB on control silica) and from 1.22 × 10−4 to 3.06 × 10−4 m s−1 (IB on modified silica).

Abstract The aim of this study was to develop a methodology that uses water deficit induction to increase the frequency of hybrids in Citrus varieties that have a high and an intermediate level of polyembryony, respectively. The experiment examined the ‘Sunki Tropical’ mandarin and ‘Rangpur Santa Cruz’ lime genotypes at three water stress intensities: 20, 40 and 100% of the pot capacity (PC). The generated fruits were harvested, and the seeds were counted. After germination, the number of nucellar and hybrid seedlings was determined. For ‘Rangpur Santa Cruz’ lime genotype, the highest hybrid frequency generated was 64.2%, which occurred at a PC of 40% and exceeded by 12% that occurring at a PC of 100%. For ‘Sunki Tropical’ mandarin, the highest observed hybrid frequency was 21.75%, which occurred at a PC of 20% and was more than double the hybrid frequency of 8.57% observed at 100% of the PC.