Patients and the general public are under insurmountable psychological pressure which may lead to various psychological problems, such as anxiety, fear, depression, and insomnia, causing, consequently, the impaired quality of life. Psychological crisis intervention plays a pivotal role in the overall deployment of health-related quality of life and disease control. A novel Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARSCoV-2), a pathogen of the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19), has affected several sector activities, including people's health. To enhance infection control methods, appropriate interventions, and public health policies, the present study aims to assess the fear and peri-traumatic stress during the Covid-19 in Brazil. Method: A cross-sectional survey has been conducted from April 12th to 18th using the Peri-Traumatic Distress Scale (CPDI) and the Fear Scale (FCV-19S) aiming to measure the peri-traumatic stress and fear as psychological reactions during the COVID-19 pandemic. For that purpose, an online spreadsheet was used to send the questionnaire and scales to a sample of 1844 participants as a collecting information tool. After the data analysis, the individuals were separated into 4 groups: Group 1 (1232) population without chronic health conditions; group 2 (298) patients with previous psychological suffering, group 3 (229) patients with cardiovascular diseases, group 4 (71) patients with diabetes. For analysis, G1 and were considered control for comparison with groups 2, 3 and 4 in accordance with One-Way Anova followed by Bonferroni test. Results: All the groups showed the CPDI and FCV-19S increased in comparison with the G1 group. Concerning CPDI, the G 3 was increased when compared to G1, G2 and G4. The G3 had the FCV-19S higher in comparison with G1, G2 and G4. The Wilcoxon-Mann-Whitney test showed a statistical difference between the control group in comparison with 2 and 3 groups (Mann-Whitney p< 0.05). Conclusion: The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the Brazilian population, with patients with heart disease and hypertension presenting the highest numbers of stress and fear, with numbers comparable and even higher than those who reported previous psychological distress.

Covid-19 pandemic continues to spread exponentially worldwide, especially in America. By mid-June, 2020, Brazil is one of the most affected countries with more than one million cases and up to 50,000 deaths. This study aims to assess the fear and peri-traumatic stress during the Covid-19 pandemics in Brazil, to enhance infection control methods, appropriate interventions, and public health policies. A cross-sectional survey has been conducted from April 12th to 18th using the Peri-Traumatic Distress Scale (CPDI) and the Fear Scale (FCV-19S) aiming to measure the peri-traumatic stress and fear as psychological reactions during the Covid-19 pandemic. For that purpose, an online spreadsheet was used to send the questionnaire and scales to a sample of 1844 participants as a collecting information tool. Both scales showed a correlation factor of (r=0,660). Results highlight significant gender differences as in both scales women’s mean scores are higher showing that it is paramount that women’s voices were represented in policy spaces as socially constructed gender roles place them in a strategic position to enhance multi-level interventions (primary and secondary effects of Covid-19), equitable policies, and new approaches to control the pandemic.

Resumen Este trabajo se propone analizar aspectos relativos al Componente Contextual y su relación con el nivel morfosintáctico en la instauración de la modalidad volitiva en español con base en los discursos del Papa Francisco en viajes apostólicos. Para ello, adoptamos el modelo teórico de la Gramática Discursivo-Funcional (GDF) de Hengeveld y MacKenzie (2008) considerando que el Componente Contextual puede influir en la codificación morfosintáctica de las expresiones lingüísticas. Con base en Connolly (2014) y en Hengeveld y MacKenzie (2014), que presentan al contexto como una estructura compleja y multifuncional, proponemos algunas categorías de análisis relativas al Componente Contextual para el análisis de la modalidad volitiva en español. El análisis de los datos muestra que la codificación morfosintáctica para la expresión de la modalidad volitiva presenta diferencias, teniendo en cuenta el tipo de ambiente y el tipo de oyente a quien se dirige el Papa Francisco.

Abstract: This work aims to analyze aspects related to the Contextual Component and its relationship with the Morphosyntactic Level for the expression of the volitive modality in Spanish language, based on the speeches of Pope Francis on apostolic journey. For this we adopted the theoretical model of Functional Discourse Grammar (FDG) by Hengeveld and Mackenzie (2008) considering that the Context Component can influence the morphosyntactic coding of linguistic expressions. Based on Connolly (2014) and Hengeveld and Mackenzie (2014) which present the context as a complex and multifunctional structure, we propose some categories of analysis related to the Contextual Component for the coding of the volitive modality in Spanish language. The analysis of the data shows that the morphosyntactic codification for the expression of the volitive modality presents differentiations, considering the type of environment and the type of listener to whom Pope Francisco directs his discourse.

Resumo Este trabalho objetiva analisar aspectos relativos ao Componente Contextual e sua relação com o Nível Morfossintático na instauração da modalidade volitiva em língua espanhola, com base nos discursos do Papa Francisco em viagem apostólica. Para isso, adotamos o modelo teórico da Gramática Discursivo-Funcional (GDF), de Hengeveld e Mackenzie (2008), considerando que o Componente Contextual pode influenciar na codificação morfossintática das expressões linguísticas. Com base em Connolly (2014) e em Hengeveld e Mackenzie (2014), que apresentam o contexto como uma estrutura complexa e multifuncional, propomos algumas categorias de análise relativas ao Componente Contextual para a codificação da modalidade volitiva em língua espanhola. A análise dos dados mostra que a codificação morfossintática para a expressão da modalidade volitiva apresenta diferenciações, tendo em vista o tipo de ambiente e o tipo de ouvinte a quem o Papa Francisco direciona o seu discurso.

INTRODUCTION: Sudden hearing loss (SHL) is an ENT emergency defined as sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) > 30 dB HL affecting at least 3 consecutive tonal frequencies, showing a sudden onset, and occurring within 3 days. In cases of SHL, a detailed investigation should be performed in order to determine the etiology and provide the best treatment. Otoacoustic emission (OAE) analysis, electronystagmography (ENG), bithermal caloric test (BCT), and vestibular evoked myogenic potential (VEMP) assessments may be used in addition to a number of auxiliary methods to determine the topographic diagnosis. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the contribution of OAE analysis, BCT, VEMP assessment, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to the topographic diagnosis of SHL. METHOD: Cross-sectional and retrospective studies of 21 patients with SHL, as defined above, were performed. The patients underwent the following exams: audiometry, tympanometry, OAE analysis, BCT, VEMP assessment, and MRI. Sex, affected side, degree of hearing loss, and cochleovestibular test results were described and correlated with MRI findings. Student's t-test was used for analysis of qualitative variables (p < 0.05). RESULTS: The mean age of the 21 patients assessed was 52.5 ± 15.3 years; 13 (61.9%) were women and 8 (38.1%) were men. Most (55%) had severe hearing loss. MRI changes were found in 20% of the cases. When the audiovestibular test results were added to the MRI findings, the topographic SHL diagnosis rate increased from 20% to 45%. CONCLUSION: Only combined analysis via several examinations provides a precise topographic diagnosis. Isolated data do not provide sufficient evidence to establish the extent of involvement and, hence, a possible etiology.

Este ensaio tem como objetivo a compreensão e o estudo do papel da afetividade no processo de cognição, sob uma perspectiva voltada para valorização de aspectos indissociáveis do sujeito epistêmico, admitindo que este se constrói e constrói conhecimento em diversos domínios de raciocínio, inclusive emocionais. Para subsidiar a discussão no âmbito da Educação Científica e Matemática, reunimos relatos de docentes nos quais fica evidente que a afetividade influenciou o processo de ensino e aprendizagem. Partindo das narrativas e de diversas contribuições teóricas, buscamos evidenciar discursos epistemológicos e configurá-los como princípios de racionalidade para a Educação Científica e Matemática, sustentando como tese principal a imbricação da razão com a afetividade no caminho do conhecer.

This essay aims to analyze and study the role of affection in cognitive processes from a perspective focused on appreciation of inseparable aspects of the epistemic subject, acknowledging that he develops himself and develops knowledge in various reasoning levels, including emotional ones. To support the discussion in Science and Mathematics Education, we gathered teacher reports that show that affection influenced both teaching and learning processes. From narratives and several theoretical contributions, we aimed to emphasize epistemological discourses and establish them as principles of rationality for Science and Mathematics Education, supporting the thesis of the overlap between reason and affection in the path of knowing.

O camarão de água doce Macrobrachium equidens, nativo da região do Indo-Pacífico, foi registrada pela primeira vez na costa da Amazônia Brasileira. Esta espécie foi encontrada habitando o mesmo ambiente que duas espécies nativas do gênero Macrobrachium: M. amazonicum e M. acanthurus, e é morfologicamente muito similar à última. A identificação dessa espécie foi confirmada pela análise da seqüência genética do gene mitocondrial Citocromo Oxidase (COI). Uma descrição detalhada das características morfológicas e biologia reprodutiva de M. equidens neste novo ambiente é apresentada.

The freshwater prawn Macrobrachium equidens, which is native species of the Indo-Pacific Region, was recorded for the first time on the Amazon coast of Brazil. This species was found to inhabit the same environment as two native Macrobrachium species, M. amazonicum and M. acanthurus, and is morphologically very similar to the latter. The identification of the species was confirmed by the genetic analysis of sequences of the mitochondrial Cytochrome Oxidase (COI) gene. A detailed description of the morphological features and reproductive biology of M. equidens in this new environment is presented.

Resumo: A atenção à saúde materno-infantil no período neonatal exige dos profissionais uma compreensão integral do binômio mãe-filho. Os conhecimentos estudados pela Obstetrícia e pela Neonatologia são intimamente relacionados e devem ser abordados de forma integrada, sobretudo durante a graduação médica, quando o futuro médico constrói a base de seus raciocínio clínico. Os alunos do 6o período do curso médico da UFPE realizam as atividades práticas de Obstetrícia e Neonatologia integradas em maternidades-escola, acompanhadas de monitores. A concepção teórica e a concretização prática deste ensino integrado contaram com algumas dificuldades no início de seu funcionamento. A dificuldade de compreensão da importância da prática integrada e a falta de motivação de alguns professores foram relatadas como dificuldades menores. O maior problema desde o início tem sido a infra-estrutura e demanda de pacientes atendidos nas maternidades. O trabalho democrático e participativo de construção coletiva do projeto de ensino realizado por alunos, monitores e a coordenação do estágio tem-se mostrado uma estratégia eficiente para a superação das dificuldades.

Abstract: Mother-child health care during the prenatal period demands that health care professionals have an integral understanding of the mother-child dyad. The bodies of knowledge studied by Obstetrics and Neonatology are intimately related and should receive an integrated approach, especially during basic medical training, when future physicians build the basis for their clinical reasoning. Sixth-semester students in the school of Medicine at UFPE perform integrated practical activities in Obstetrics and Neonatology at teaching maternity hospitals, accompanied by monitors. The theoretical concept and practical implementation of the integrated teaching process enconuntered several difficulties in its early stages. Difficulty in understanding the importance of integrated practice and lack of motivation on the part of some professors were reported as minor problems. The greatest problems have been with the infrastructure and patient demand served at the maternity hospitals. A democratic and participatory work process involving collective development of teaching proposal by students, monitors, and the rotation coordinators has proven be an efficient strategy for overcoming difficulties.