bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Guthrie test: pregnant women's perception during prenatal care
Authors: Silva Maria Paula Custódio , Contim Divanice , Ferreira Lúcia Aparecida , Marqui Alessandra Bernadete Trovó de
Published: July 2017

Abstract Objectives: to investigate pregnant women's perception on Guthrie test and verify how this matter is approached during prenatal care. Methods: this study is an exploratory - descriptive, cross-sectional and quantitative approach design, carried out with 160 pregnant women who attended the Prenatal Care service at the Primary HealthCare in the city of Uberaba-MG. Data collection was performed between December 2014 and February 2015, using a semi-structured questionnaire. A bivariate descriptive statistics was applied by using the Pearson´s Chi-square test. Results: 75% of the pregnant women could not report which pathologies were to be screened, 16.3% reported that the diseases detected by Guthrie test had etiology genetic, 82% mentioned it was necessary to have more information on Guthrie test, 60% referred the necessity on focusing which diseases to be diagnosed. Only 36% of the pregnant women indicated the correct period (3rd to 7th day of the newborn life) for exam collecting. An average of 50% of the participants did not know about this prenatal test. Conclusions: pregnant women showed a low understanding regarding the test; there was a lack of understanding about prenatal matters. The nursing personnel play an important role in this stage to demonstrate their abilities in health education.
Relationship between the mothers' nutritional status with that of a child population from São Tomé Principe, "Africa"
Authors: Silva Diana e , Valente Ana , Borges Andreia , Dias Cláudia , Almeida Feliciana , Cruz José Luís , Neves Edgar , Afonso Caldas , Guerra António
Published: July 2017

Abstract Objectives: analyse the relation between the nutritional status of children with 0 to 60 months in São Tome and Principe (STP) and their mothers. Methods: characterization of the nutritional status of 1,169 children for the weight / length ratio (W/L) (≤24months) and Body Mass Index (BMI) for age (>24months) and their mothers. The Chi Square or Fisher tests were used for the study on the relation between the nutritional status of the mother and children, as appropriate. Results: fifty-five percent (55%) of the children are female (median = 21 months). There was a high percentage of global acute malnutrition in the children aged0≤24months (30.2%) and 24≤60months (22%) as well as global chronic malnutrition (32% and 41.1% respectively). We observed a high percentage of overweight /obese mothers (31.6%), with 16.5% of them being of a low height. We observed a significantly higher percentage of children with global acute malnutrition 47.5%) when compared with that which was reported for children of normal mothers (27.9%) or overweight /obese (22%) (p<0,001) mothers. Conclusions: It was observed a high prevalence of acute and chronic global malnutrition in the children studied and a high prevalence of overweight /obese mothers. We observed a statistically significant association between maternal and acute global malnutrition of the children.
Prevalence of rapid repeat pregnancy and associated factors in adolescents in Caruaru, Pernambuco
Authors: Albuquerque Ana Paula dos Santos , Pitangui Ana Carolina Rodarti , Rodrigues Poliana Maria Gaspar , Araújo Rodrigo Cappato de
Published: July 2017

Abstract Objectives: to determine the prevalence and factors associated with the rapid repeat pregnancy (RRP) in pregnant adolescents. Methods: a cross-sectional study was carried out with pregnant adolescents assisted at the Family Health Strategies in Caruaru-PE from March to August 2013. A questionnaire with sociodemographic, economic, schooling, gynecological, obstetric and contraceptive characteristics was used. The data were analyzed in the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), version 20. Binary logistic regression models were used. Results: among the 204 pregnant adolescents interviewed, the data of 26.5% (n = 54) multiparous were analyzed. The occurrence of RRP was 42.6% (n = 23) [95% CI 29.23-56.79]. The variables associated with RRP were non-use of contraceptive methods [OR 7.40 (CI95% 1.56-3.49)] and no previous pregnancy planning [OR 0.19 (95% CI 0.05-0.78)]. Conclusions: the percentage of RRP in adolescents was high. The non-use of contracep-tive methods increased the chances of RRP, while the no previous pregnancy planning decreased the chances of adolescents getting pregnant again without previous program-ming.
Quality of life in women with breast cancer, after surgical intervention, in a city in the zona da mata region in Minas Gerais, Brazil
Authors: Barbosa Priscila Almeida , Cesca Rhodrigo Goldner , Pacífico Thatiana Egizi Dias , Leite Isabel Cristina Gonçalves
Published: July 2017

Abstract Objectives: To evaluate health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in women with breast cancer, after surgical intervention, attended at the regional Oncology Referral Hospital in Juiz de Fora (MG). Methods: 121 women were evaluated and the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer, Breast Cancer-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLC 30 BR23) was applied. After the descriptive analysis, a multiple linear regression model was created. The SPSS 14 was used to build the database and to conduct the analysis. Results: the mean values of the EORTC QLC 30 BR23 showed a tendency for good HRQoL, thus, the functional scale showed the most impairment with the worst mean scores observed. There was statistical significance among the symptoms scale and obese women who underwent adjuvant radiotherapy and those who had a greater number of dissected lymph nodes. The subjective perceptions influenced all the EORTC QLC 30 BR23domains. Conclusions: after controlling the variable by functional hand, and time of surgery, the BMI variables, breast reconstruction, heavy feeling in the arm, range of motion (ROM) reduction of the shoulder, and the tight shirt-sleeve sensation proven capable of explaining HRQoL. HRQoL appears to be relatively good, but negatively influenced by subjective perceptions, in addition to treatment factors.
Mulheres e homens jovens: gozos e interdições, poder e desigualdades
Authors: Adrião Karla Galvão , Menezes Jaileila de Araujo , Souza Leyllyanne Bezerra de , Falcão Raissa
Published: July 2017

Resumo Este artigo discute sobre as relações de poder e desigualdades que atravessam os modos de subjetivação de homens e mulheres jovens participantes de um projeto de pesquisa-intervenção em um território em “desenvolvimento econômico”. Referenciamo-nos nos campos da Psicologia Social e das Teorias Feministas e de Gênero Pós-Estruturais, em uma perspectiva teórico-metodológica de trabalho com grupos. Analisamos dois recortes temáticos de oficinas acerca de sexualidade e sociabilidade/trabalho-lazer. Os sentidos a respeito de sexualidade ganharam forte conotação de gênero, com destaque para o uso da qualificação moral “safadeza” quando a dinâmica sexual das mulheres rompe com o comportamento de comedimento. Tais desigualdades atravessaram também os sentidos sobre trabalho-lazer; os homens são posicionados como aqueles que merecem gozar de tempo livre. Apesar da aparente rigidez, outros sentidos ligados às dinâmicas de gênero foram construídos pelo grupo, o que tornou possível a produção de posicionamentos mais críticos e subversivos.
OS SENTIDOS DO RISCO NO CAMPO DA SAÚDE MENTAL
Authors: Rodrigues Luna
Published: July 2017

Resumo Na segunda metade do século XX, a noção de risco adquire centralidade nas pesquisas biomédicas e nas práticas em saúde. No campo da saúde mental, identificamos um deslocamento dos discursos preventivos sobre o louco, tratado como indivíduo perigoso, para a consideração dos fatores de risco que podem, de forma probabilística, representar risco de desenvolver transtornos mentais. Neste artigo, a partir das considerações históricas e sociológicas de Robert Castel e Nikolas Rose, analisamos a passagem da noção de risco entendida como periculosidade para o risco entendido como probabilidade de desenvolver transtornos mentais. Neste percurso, destacamos a tendência de expansão da aplicação da noção, os desafios e críticas à sua utilização e as possíveis consequências subjetivas decorrentes das alterações nas fronteiras do que designamos como patológico.
ANÁLISE DO CLAMOR POR PUNIÇÃO E REDUÇÃO DA IDADE PENAL
Authors: Tavares Gilead Marchezi , Silva Gustavo Roberto da , Capelini Thalita Calmon , Aragão Elizabeth Maria Andrade
Published: July 2017

Resumo Tendo como disparador da escrita o livro “Capitães de Areia”, de Jorge Amado, objetivamos discutir o encarceramento de adolescentes no Brasil e no Espírito Santo, tomando como campo de análise a produção do clamor pelo controle/punição dos “perigosos”. A análise baseia-se em revisão da literatura científica sobre o tema e a discussão se pauta em matérias jornalísticas e em documentos oficiais de sítios governamentais. A discussão assinala a importância de atentarmo-nos para a judicialização da vida, guiada por práticas de julgamento e culpabilização, que engrena a produção de violência. O discurso punitivo e de extermínio é compreendido a partir da difusão da ideia binária de mundo, da disseminação do medo e da insegurança como política para a segregação e identificação daqueles que devem ser descartados da sociedade. Aponta-se como urgente a visibilidade de questões que possibilitem a mudança de rumo no qual nos encontramos de clamor por segurança penal.
CLÍNICA DO TRABALHO NO SUS: POSSIBILIDADE DE ESCUTA AOS TRABALHADORES
Authors: Bottega Carla Garcia , Merlo Alvaro Crespo
Published: July 2017

Resumo Este artigo discute a saúde do trabalhador e mais especificamente os aspectos relativos à saúde mental relacionada ao trabalho, a partir de entrevistas com 24 trabalhadores e trabalhadoras em situação de sofrimento e adoecimento. A utilização de um roteiro de entrevistas e o uso conjunto do SRQ-20 possibilitaram o entendimento da história do trabalhador, sua relação com o trabalho e de sua saúde em intrínseca associação com o vivido no espaço laboral. A proposta é que a discussão e os instrumentos utilizados possam servir para profissionais da saúde que necessitam fazer investigação diagnóstica da relação saúde mental e trabalho, além de trazer importantes questionamentos para construir uma proposta de acompanhamento terapêutico para o trabalhador ou trabalhadora que busca o serviço. O objetivo maior é o de subsidiar a construção de propostas para uma clínica em saúde mental e trabalho para os serviços do Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS).
A POTÊNCIA DE VIVER: DELEUZE E A ARTE
Authors: Vivar Rodrigo Diaz de , Kawahala Soler e Edelu
Published: July 2017

Resumo Apresentamos neste artigo nossas considerações acerca da leitura empreendida por Deleuze em torno do pensamento estético dos artistas Carmelo Bene e Samuel Beckett. Nosso objetivo foi o de pensar, juntamente com Deleuze, na arte como uma potência de viver, isto é, um modo específico de tentar compreender os efeitos produzidos pelos objetos estéticos cujos impactos refletem em formas de subjetividade que não cessam de proliferar linhas de fuga responsáveis por escapar da normatividade dos dispositivos. Seu método de trabalho orienta-se pela perspectiva de uma composição jazzística na qual Deleuze trata de escrever sobre a arte com a finalidade de rastrear no interstício de um pensamento não conceitual os traços da diferença como estratégia política. Nossas considerações finais são dedicadas a apresentar os trabalhos de Carmelo Bene e Samuel Beckett num modo específico de se compreender a emergência de novos processos de subjetivação marcados pela filosofia da diferença.
A RUA COMO PALCO: ARTE E (IN)VISIBILIDADE SOCIAL
Authors: Delfin Lucas , Almeida Lara Aparecida Machado de , Imbrizi Jaquelina Maria
Published: July 2017

Resumo O fenômeno da população em situação de rua e sua (in)visibilidade é uma construção social composta por processos que se cruzam e se intensificam mais ou menos em determinados momentos históricos. Este artigo objetiva apresentar a pesquisa de iniciação científica, fomentada pela FAPESP, que investigou os entrecruzamentos entre as artes e os regimes de visibilidade entre 2014 e 2015 na cidade de Santos (SP). Seguimos algumas pistas do método da cartografia em diversas frentes investigativas, sendo as principais a análise de experiências, a revisão bibliográfica, entrevistas com moradores de rua que participaram de oficinas teatrais e com atores de rua. Entendemos arte não somente como objeto de estudo, mas como instrumento de pesquisa e de aproximação entre pessoas, posto que ela pode auxiliar na apreensão e na produção de outras convivências na cidade, garantindo uma ressonância das vozes da rua para espaços pouco sensíveis a elas.
Influence of different treatments of the ceramic surface and thermal cycling on the bond strength of brackets to ceramic
Authors: SÁEZ Fernando Guerra , COSTA Ana Rosa , LUCATO Adriana Simoni , GODOI Ana Paula Terossi de , CORRER-SOBRINHO Lourenço , VEDOVELLO Silvia Amélia Scudeler
Published: July 2017

Abstract Objective To evaluate in vitro the effect of different treatments of the ceramic surface and thermal cycling on the shear bond strength (SBS) of metallic brackets bonded to feldspathic ceramic. Material and method Ceramic cylinders were divided into four groups (n=4) according to the treatment of ceramic surface: G1-Clearfil Ceramic Primer silane and Transbond XT (CCPT); G2-etched with 10% hydrofluoric acid (HFA) for 60 s, CCP and Transbond XT (ACCPT); G3-etched with 10% HFA for 60 s, Ambar Adhesive and Transbond XT (AAAT); and, G4 - etched with 10% HFA for 60 s, RelyX Ceramic Primer silane -RCP, adhesive primer Transbond and Transbond XT (ACPPT). Brackets were bonded to the cylinders with Transbond XT and light-activated for 40 s with LED Radii Plus. All specimens were stored in deionized water at 37 °C for 24 h, and two cylinders from each group were subject to 7,000 thermal cycles in a thermal cycler (5 °C/55 °C). After storage and thermal cycling, the SBS test was performed at a crosshead speed of 1 mm/min. Data were subjected to two-way ANOVA and Tukey’s post hoc test (α=0.05). Result The SBS of ACCPT was significantly higher than the other groups (p<0.05). The specimens submitted to thermal cycling showed significantly lower SBS than those without thermal cycling (p<0.05), regardless the ceramic surface treatment. The ARI showed predominance of score 0 for all groups. Conclusion Acid etching, CCP silane and Transbond XT method obtained the best results for bracket bonding. Thermal cycling reduced SBS for all groups. Score 0 was predominant for ARI in all groups.
Interference of mouth breathing with orthodontic treatment duration in Angle Class II, Division 1
Authors: RODRIGUES Jéssica Antunes , SOUZA-SILVA Bianca Núbia , BALDRIGHI Sílvia Elaine Zuim de Moraes , PARANHOS Luiz Renato , CÉSAR Carla Patrícia Hernandez Alves Ribeiro
Published: July 2017

Abstract Introduction Several factors can interfere with orthodontic treatment, and it is important to verify which ones may hinder its success. Objective To compare the duration of orthodontic treatment between nasal and mouth breathers with Angle Class II, Division 1 malocclusion. Material and method This is an analytical observational study which used the records of orthodontic patients cared at a higher education institution in Sao Paulo state, Brazil, between 1999 and 2009. Data from the following variables were analyzed: age, gender, breathing mode (nasal or oral breathing), and treatment duration (beginning and end). Patients were matched for age and treatment used. The ANOVA test was applied to analyze the study data at 5% significance level (p<0.05). Result The study sample consisted of 36 individuals, 16 female (10 nasal breathers and six mouth breathers) and 20 males (eight nasal breathers and 12 mouth breathers), aged nine to 15 years (mean age=13.021). As for orthodontic treatment duration, individuals in the nasal breathing group remained between 27 and 74 months (mean duration=39.61) under treatment, whereas treatment of individuals in the mouth breathing group lasted between 29 and 50 months (mean duration=36.66). No statistically significant differences were observed between the study groups. Conclusions We conclude that the variable altered breathing mode does not interfere with treatment duration.
Utility of the Neuropsychiatric Inventory Questionnaire (NPI-Q) in the assessment of a sample of patients with Alzheimer's disease in Chile
Authors: Musa Gada , Henríquez Fernando , Muñoz-Neira Carlos , Delgado Carolina , Lillo Patricia , Slachevsky Andrea
Published: July 2017

ABSTRACT The Neuropsychiatric Inventory Questionnaire (NPI-Q) is an informant-based instrument that measures the presence and severity of 12 Neuropsychiatric Symptoms (NPS) in patients with dementia, as well as informant distress. Objective: To measure the psychometric properties of the NPI-Q and the prevalence of NPS in patients with Alzheimer's disease (AD) in Chile. Methods: 53 patients with AD were assessed. Subjects were divided into two different groups: mild AD (n=26) and moderate AD (n=27). Convergent validity was estimated by correlating the outcomes of the NPI-Q with Neuropsychiatric Inventory (NPI) scores and with a global cognitive efficiency test (Addenbrooke's Cognitive Examination - Revised - ACE-R). Reliability of the NPI-Q was analysed by calculating its internal consistency. Prevalence of NPS was estimated with both the NPI and NPI-Q. Results: Positive and significant correlations were observed between the NPI-Q, the NPI, and the ACE-R (r=0.730; p<0.01 and 0.315; p<0.05 respectively). The instrument displayed an adequate level of reliability (Cronbach's alpha=0.783). The most prevalent NPS were apathy/indifference (62.3%) and dysphoria/depression (58.5%). Conclusion: The NPI-Q exhibited acceptable validity and reliability indicators for patients with AD in Chile, indicating that it is a suitable instrument for the routine assessment of NPS in clinical practice.
Planning ability impairments in probable Alzheimer's disease patients: Evidence from the Tower of London test
Authors: Satler Corina , Guimarães Luiza , Tomaz Carlos
Published: July 2017

ABSTRACT Alzheimer's disease (AD) is associated with progressive impairment of higher-level cognitive abilities. Previous research suggests that early impairment of executive functions occurs during the course of the disease, but few studies have specifically investigated planning ability in an AD population. Objective: The purpose of the current study was to examine whether AD patients retain the ability to plan ahead, by analyzing specificities of their behavior in successfully achieving a pre-established goal. Methods: Twenty-one AD patients and thirty-three elderly controls underwent a problem-solving assessment using the Tower of London (TOL) test. Results: AD patients were less accurate and less efficient than controls. AD patients also committed more mistakes. This indicates a decline in working memory and inhibitory deficits, resulting in impulsive and inappropriate behaviors. Conclusion: These results are in agreement with previous studies, showing executive function problems in patients with AD. Specifically, this study demonstrates the presence of planning ability deficits in AD, considering both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The wide range of analysis presented in this study can aid clinicians in identifying the nature of the poor performance of AD patients during a planning task.
Sundown syndrome and symptoms of anxiety and depression in hospitalized elderly
Authors: Silva Marcello Weynes Barros , Sousa-Muñoz Rilva Lopes , Frade Heitor Cabral , Fernandes Priscilla Alencar , Magalhães Andrêssa de Oliveira
Published: July 2017

ABSTRACT Sundown syndrome is characterized by the sudden appearance of neuropsychiatric symptoms such as agitation, confusion and anxiety in a chronologic fashion, usually during late afternoon or early evening. Objective: To evaluate the prevalence of sundown syndrome in university hospital wards and its relationship with anxiety/depression symptoms, cognitive decline, and clinical and demographic variables. Methods: We evaluated 70 patients admitted to the Lauro Wanderley University Hospital (HULW), João Pessoa-PB, Brazil. Data collection instruments were the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM), the Mini-Mental State Exam (MMSE) and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). Results: Mean patient age was 68.4±6.4 years, 55.7% were male, 67.1% were illiterate or had incomplete primary education. It was observed that 14.3% of patients had delirium, 15.7% had cognitive deficits, while 21.4% and 18.6% had anxious and depressive symptoms, respectively. The age of patients with delirium (71.9±8.7) was significantly higher than those without (67.8±5.8). At 95% confidence, there was a significant difference in the groups with and without delirium for the MMSE and HADS-D scales. Conclusion: We verified the occurrence of delirium compatible with the sundown syndrome and associated with depressive symptoms and cognitive deficit, with no apparent relationship with infectious processes or fever, number of drugs used, hospital stay or anxious symptomatology.
Comparative analysis of the electroencephalogram in patients with Alzheimer's disease, diffuse axonal injury patients and healthy controls using LORETA analysis
Authors: Ianof Jéssica Natuline , Fraga Francisco José , Ferreira Leonardo Alves , Ramos Renato Teodoro , Demario José Luiz Carlos , Baratho Regina , Basile Luís Fernando Hindi , Nitrini Ricardo , Anghinah Renato
Published: July 2017

ABSTRACT Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a dementia that affects a large contingent of the elderly population characterized by the presence of neurofibrillary tangles and senile plaques. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a non-degenerative injury caused by an external mechanical force. One of the main causes of TBI is diffuse axonal injury (DAI), promoted by acceleration-deceleration mechanisms. Objective: To understand the electroencephalographic differences in functional mechanisms between AD and DAI groups. Methods: The study included 20 subjects with AD, 19 with DAI and 17 healthy adults submitted to high resolution EEG with 128 channels. Cortical sources of EEG rhythms were estimated by exact low-resolution electromagnetic tomography (eLORETA) analysis. Results: The eLORETA analysis showed that, in comparison to the control (CTL) group, the AD group had increased theta activity in the parietal and frontal lobes and decreased alpha 2 activity in the parietal, frontal, limbic and occipital lobes. In comparison to the CTL group, the DAI group had increased theta activity in the limbic, occipital sublobar and temporal areas. Conclusion: The results suggest that individuals with AD and DAI have impairment of electrical activity in areas important for memory and learning.
Actively station: Effects on global cognition of mature adults and healthy elderly program using eletronic games
Authors: Ordonez Tiago Nascimento , Borges Felipe , Kanashiro Camila Sato , Santos Carolina Carneiro das Neves , Hora Samara Santos , Lima-Silva Thais Bento
Published: July 2017

ABSTRACT Studies show that aging is accompanied by decline in cognitive functions but also indicate that interventions, such as training on electronic games, can enhance performance and promote maintenance of cognitive abilities in healthy older adults. Objective: To investigate the effects of an electronic game program, called Actively Station, on the performance of global cognition of adults aged over 50 years. Methods: 124 mature and elderly adults enrolled in the "Actively Station" cognitive stimulation program of São Caetano do Sul City, in the State of São Paulo, participated in training for learning of electronic games. Participants were divided into two groups: training group (TG) n=102 and control group (CG) n=22. Protocol: a sociodemographic questionnaire, the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), the Addenbrooke's Cognitive Examination Revised (ACE-R), the Memory Complaint Questionnaire (MAC-Q), the scale of frequency of forgetfulness, the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS-15), the Geriatric Anxiety Inventory (GAI), the Global Satisfaction with Life Scale, and two scales on learning in the training. Results: The cognitive performance of the TG improved significantly after the program, particularly in the domains of language and memory, and there was a decrease on the anxiety index and frequency of memory complaints, when compared to the CG. Conclusion: These findings suggest that the acquisition of new knowledge and the use of new stimuli, such as electronic games, can promote improvements in cognition and mood and reduce the frequency of memory complaints.
Lewy and his inclusion bodies: Discovery and rejection
Authors: Engelhardt Eliasz , Gomes Marleide da Mota
Published: July 2017

ABSTRACT Fritz Jacob Heinrich Lewy described the pathology of Paralysis agitans [Parkinson disease] and was the first to identify eosinophilic inclusion bodies in neurons of certain brain nuclei, later known as Lewy bodies, the pathological signature of the Lewy body diseases. In 1912, he published his seminal study, followed soon after by an update paper, and 10 years later, in 1923, by his voluminous book, where he exhaustively described the subject. The publication provided extensive information on the pathology of Paralysis agitans, and the entirely novel finding of eosinophilic inclusion bodies, which would become widely recognized and debated in the future. His discovery was acknowledged by important researchers who even named the structure after him. However, after his last publication on the issue, inexplicably, he never mentioned his histopathological discovery again. Despite several hypotheses, the reasons that led him to neglect (reject) the structure which he so preeminently described have remained elusive.
Catatonia, beyond a psychiatric syndrome
Authors: Figueiredo Nathália Stela Visoná de , Angst Débora Bartzen Moraes , Lima Neto Antônio de Matos , Machado Michel Ferreira , Rocha Maria Sheila Guimarães , Brucki Sônia Maria Dozzi
Published: July 2017

ABSTRACT Although catatonia is a well-known psychiatric syndrome, there are many possible systemic and neurological etiologies. The aim of this case report was to present a case of a patient with cerebral venous sinus thrombosis and infarction in which catatonia was the clinical manifestation of a possible nonconvulsive status epilepticus. To our knowledge, only one such case has been reported in the literature, which had a simplified diagnostic investigation. It is important to correctly recognize the organic cause underlying catatonia in order to treat the patient as soon as possible thereby improving outcome. Therefore, physicians need to update their knowledge on catatonia, recognizing that it can be part of a psychiatric or neurologic condition.
Intradialytic exercise and postural control in patients with chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis
Authors: Carletti Carla Oliveira , Rosa Clara Suemi da Costa , Souza Giovana Damasceno e , Ramirez Ariane Pereira , Daibem Célio Guilherme Lombardi , Monteiro Henrique Luiz
Published: July 2017

Abstract Introduction: Exercise promotes physiological improvements that reflect better quality of life and survival among chronic kidney disease patients. However, little is known about the effect of exercise on postural control of hemodialysis patients. Objective: To evaluate the effect of intradialytic aerobic exercise on postural balance in patients on hemodialysis. Methods: a pilot study with seven individuals was conducted at the Hemodialysis Center of Bauru State Hospital. The Berg Balance Scale evaluated balance and postural balance was evaluated by the force platform Advance Mechanical Technology Inc. (AMTI - AccuGait). Trunk mean sway amplitude in the anterior-posterior (AP) and medial-lateral (ML) directions and mean velocity in the AP and ML directions were assessed. Secondary outcomes about functional capacity and body composition (DEXA) were evaluated. The aerobic exercise was performed with a ergometric bicycle during the first two hours of hemodialysis session for 50-60 minutes (BORG >12), three times a week for 12-weeks. Results: Four men and three women, 52.86 ± 11.08 years, participated in the study. There was no difference between pre and post-test of postural balance outcomes. Although the results were not statistically significant, except for the lean body mass and leg lean mass, the presented pilot study suggests improved functional balance and lower limb strength. Conclusion: The 12-weeks of aerobic exercise protocol during hemodialysis despite inducing gains in lean body mass and leg lean mass, was not able to promote improvements in postural control of chronic renal failure patients on hemodialysis.
Prevalence and factors associated to back pain in adults from the northeast of São Paulo, Brazil: a population-based study
Authors: Vitta Alberto De , Conti Marta Helena Souza De , Maciel Nicoly Machado , Trize Débora de Melo , Corrente José Eduardo , Ruiz Tânia
Published: July 2017

Abstract Introduction: Back pain has become a serious public health problem. Objective: To determine the prevalence of back pain in a population-based sample of subjects over 20 years old living in the city of Bauru (São Paulo, Brazil) and to analyze the associations to variables- sociodemographic, ergonomic and lifestyle-related - and to morbidity. Methods: a cross-sectional study which evaluated 600 adults over 20 years old, both gender and living in the city. We used a structured protocol and the Nordic questionnaire. Also, we developed a descriptive analysis, bivariate and multivariate by binary logistic regression. Results: The prevalence of back pain was of 50.3% (CI 46.3 to 54.3), since 42.3% (CI 36.9 to 48.0) in men and 57.6% (CI 51.9 to 63.0) in women, with statistical significant difference (p = 0.001). Different variables remained in final models when assessed by gender. For male to be widowed and divorced and smoking habits and, for women to be widowed and divorced, to work in seated position and to perform occupational activities that demand carrying and lifting weight. Conclusion: We verified high prevalence in back pain in the population of Bauru and high association to widowed/divorced in both gender, with women performing occupational activities usually or always in seated position, those who carry or lift weight in work and men who smoke.
Clinical profile of patients with fibromyalgia syndrome
Authors: Pernambuco Andrei Pereira , Silva Lorena Rodrigues Terra da , Fonseca Angélica Cristina Souza , Reis Débora d’Ávila
Published: July 2017

Abstract Introduction: The new diagnostic criteria for fibromyalgia (FM) include the presence of chronic, widespread pain associated with other symptoms such as fatigue, sleep disturbance, anxiety and depression. All these symptoms should be considered when thinking and clinical decision making of physiotherapists dealing with FM. However, it is clear that the other symptoms that accompany the pain are often neglected. Objective: To measure the levels of fatigue, sleep disturbances, anxiety and depression in patients with FM and compare them to levels found in healthy controls. Methods: Forty-six women diagnosed with FM and 30 healthy controls participated in the study. The levels of each of the symptoms were assessed by four validated questionnaires in Brazil (Piper Fatigue Scale - Revised, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Beck Anxiety Inventory and the Beck Depression Inventory). Statistical analysis was performed using GraphPad Prism software and all tests used a significance level of 5% (α = 0.05). Results: FM patients had significantly elevated levels of fatigue (p = 0.0005), sleep disturbances (p = 0.003), anxiety (p = 0.0012) and depression (p = 0.0003) compared to healthy controls. Symptoms fatigue and depression correlated strongly and positively with one another and with other symptoms evaluated. Conclusion: The other symptoms that comprise the clinical picture of FM need be considered not only in order to recover the health of patients, but above all in an attempt to preserve it and promote it.
Prevalence and factors associated with low back pain in elderly registered in the Family Health Strategy
Authors: Quintino Natasha Mendonça , Conti Marta Helena Souza De , Palma Roger , Gatti Márcia Aparecida Nuevo , Simeão Sandra Fiorelli Almeida Penteado , Vitta Alberto De
Published: July 2017

Abstract Introduction: Low back pain has varied etiology and complex discussed and can be triggered by various factors. Objective: Was to assess the prevalence of low back pain in individuals 60 years or more of the areas of the Family Health Strategy “Vila Sao Paulo” in the city of Bauru, São Paulo, and its association with demographic and socioeconomic variables, relating to work, lifestyle and morbidity. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study with 363 elderly sampled by the technique of two-stage cluster, which were interviewed at home using a multidimensional instrument (demographic, socio-economic, featuring work; lifestyle; morbidity) and the Nordic questionnaire. Conducted descriptive analysis, bivariate and Poisson regression. Results: It was noted more frequently in the elderly age group between 60 and 69 years old, married, with low education and income from two to five. The prevalence of low back pain was 55.8% of elderly patients studied, 52.2% in men and 47.8% women and, the variables load and carry weight (p = 0.001) and the number of diseases referred to (p = 0.04) showed association with the presence of low back pain. Conclusion: The elderly respondents show a high prevalence of low back pain associated with the loading and transport weight and the number of diseases referred.
Observational methods for biomechanical risk assessment in workers: a systematic review
Authors: Lamarão Andressa Marques , Costa Lucíola da Cunha Menezes , Compera Maria Luiza Caires , Padula Rosimeire Simprini
Published: July 2017

Abstract Introduction: Among the methods of measurement of the biomechanical risk factors available in the literature, the observational methods have greater applicability in occupational practice. Objective: To identify observational methods used in Brazilian workers to identify and to evaluate their translation/cross-cultural adaptation procedures and measuring property tests. Methods: Three search strategies were used in MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, LILACS and SCIELO. After a review of titles and abstracts, potential articles were read in full for inclusion and subsequent extraction of data related to translation, cross-cultural adaptation and measurement properties of the observational methods. Results: 5349 potential studies were found and 29 were eligible for inclusion. The methods used in Brazilian workers were: AET, NIOSH, OCRA, OWAS, QEC, RARME, REBA and RULA. All procedures regarding the translation and cross-cultural adaptation were positive for the QEC and REBA. The translation, synthesis of the translations and review committee procedures were doubtful for the OCRA method. The QEC measuring properties showed negative reliability, doubtful internal consistency, and positive agreement and construct validity. The REBA showed negative reliability and agreement. The RARME presented positive reliability and negative construct validity. Conclusion: For most observational methods used in Brazilian workers, the translation and cross-cultural adaptation procedures were not performed and their measurement properties were not performed, highlighting the need to perform these procedures before using them.
Therapeutic exercise for pregnancy low back and pelvic pain: a systematic review
Authors: Colla Cássia , Paiva Luciana Laureano , Thomaz Rafaela Prusch
Published: July 2017

Abstract Introduction: During pregnancy, a woman’s body goes through many changes, and lower back and pelvic pain are common and may persist after pregnancy. Although the literature point physical therapy as an effective therapeutic tool, there are few studies on the effects of physical therapy intervention through exercises for this purpose. Objective: To perform a systematic review on the use of Physiotherapy, through therapeutic exercises, for the prevention and treatment of pregnancy low back and pelvic pain. Methods: A systematic search for randomized trials (RCTs) was conducted on the databases PubMed, PEDro, Cochrane, EMBASE, LILACS and Periódicos Capes. There was no date or language restriction. The terms included in the search were: “pregnancy”, “low back pain”, “pelvic pain”, “exercise therapy” and their descriptors in Portuguese. Methodological quality was assessed using the PEDro scale and a descriptive analysis of the studies was performed. Results: Eight studies, including 1781 pregnant women, were selected. Among them, one study addressed the issue of low back pain, two focused on pelvic pain and five on low back and/or pelvic pain. Seven studies presented high methodological quality, and only one study had low methodological quality. Limited evidence on low back pain was found, and conflicting evidence on pelvic pain, and low and/or pelvic pain. Conclusion: RCTs on the subject are scarce and heterogeneous, making it impossible to reach a consensus or any conclusions about which protocol of therapeutic exercise is more effective in the use of physiotherapy for pregnancy low back and pelvic pain.
O PNLD E OS GUIAS DOS LIVROS DIDÁTICOS DE CIÊNCIAS (1999 - 2014): UMA ANÁLISE POSSÍVEL
Authors: Gramowski Vilmarise Bobato , Delizoicov Nadir Castilho , Maestrelli Sylvia Regina Pedrosa
Published: July 2017

Resumo: Este trabalho propõe-se a uma análise dos Guias do Livro Didático (GLD) de Ciências para os anos finais do ensino fundamental. O objetivo é apresentar dados relativos às orientações contidas nos GLDs do Programa Nacional do Livro Didático (PNLD), tendo como foco a fragmentação dos conteúdos presentes nas obras. Da análise realizada nos GLDs foi possível observar que, apesar de os documentos oficiais apontarem para um ensino de Ciências que articule conhecimentos das diferentes áreas, o PNLD segue aprovando, em sua maioria, coleções que apresentam conteúdos organizados de modo fragmentado, limitando, dessa maneira, as opções dos professores para escolha de livros com estrutura diferenciada da tradicional.
Significados atribuídos ao tema “Mudanças Climáticas” em Livros Didáticos de Ciências Naturais do Ensino Fundamental II Aprovados pelo PNLD de 2014
Authors: Rumenos Nijima Novello , Silva Luciano Fernandes , Cavalari Rosa Maria Feiteiro
Published: July 2017

Resumo: Esta investigação teve como objetivo identificar e analisar os significados atribuídos ao tema Mudanças Climáticas presentes nos livros didáticos de Ciências do ensino fundamental II, indicados pelo PNLD 2014. Analisamos dezenove das vinte coleções aprovadas pelo programa de acordo com os procedimentos da Análise de Conteúdo. A sistematização dos dados nos possibilitou a construção de cinco categorias. De modo geral, podemos indicar que as coleções apresentam considerações sobre as Mudanças Climáticas. Parte destas estão baseadas em informações atuais retiradas de textos de divulgação científica. Todavia, é interessante indicar que os livros analisados não abordam esse tema a partir de controvérsias e/ou complexidades. A abordagem das controvérsias e complexidades do tema poderia vir a ser uma inovação didática significativa para esses materiais.
LIVROS DIDÁTICOS DE FÍSICA E SUA (SUB)UTILIZAÇÃO NO ENSINO MÉDIO
Authors: Zambon Luciana Bagolin , Terrazzan Eduardo Adolfo
Published: July 2017

RESUMO: Apresentamos uma síntese dos resultados de uma investigação sobre a utilização de Livros Didáticos (LD) de Física em Escolas Públicas de Educação Básica (EPEB). Para a coleta de informações, utilizamos questionários e realizamos entrevistas com professores de Física de EPEB na cidade de Santa Maria/RS. Podemos afirmar que os professores não costumam ficar presos aos LD, mas parecem ficar presos a uma certa “forma de ensinar Física” que se constitui em parte pela tradição já naturalizada de como ensinar Física e em parte pela sua própria experiência profissional docente. Essa forma de ensinar tem os exercícios como ponto central, e a presença de LD no cotidiano escolar, reafirmada de modo mais intenso a partir do PNLD, não tem contribuído para modificá-la.
O lugar dos pobres nas cidades: exploração teórica sobre periferização e pobreza na produção do espaço urbano Latino-Americano
Authors: Santos Alexandre Pereira , Polidori Maurício Couto , Peres Otávio Martins , Saraiva Marcus Vinícius
Published: July 2017

Resumo Os processos de formação de áreas de pobreza nas periferias urbanas são fenômenos multifacetados, compostos pela influência de numerosos agentes com ações estratégicas e vinculados à diferenciação e à segregação socioespacial. Ciclos de crescimento e redefinição do valor da terra inserem a forma urbana nesse contexto, ampliando a segregação, influenciando a configuração dos processos sociais e espaciais em momentos posteriores e compondo fenômenos efetivamente dinâmicos. A teoria articulada para descrever esses fenômenos tem apresentado caminhos diversos que, geralmente, ignoram convergências, as quais este trabalho busca favorecer. Para tanto, articula-se a teoria da urbanização contemporânea com relatos empíricos da urbanização latino-americana, de um lado, e, de outro, busca-se vincular a economia urbana heterodoxa de Abramo com ferramentas da teoria da complexidade para descrever processos sociais dinâmicos de formação de pobreza e periferias em cidades latino-americanas. Indicam-se, ao final, diretrizes para avanço no tema da pesquisa, considerando redes socioespaciais complexas, emergência da base para o topo e heterogeneidade dos agentes.
La cuenca del río Reconquista en la planificación metropolitana de Buenos Aires (Argentina). Ámbito, problemas y propuestas
Authors: Potocko Alejandra
Published: July 2017

Resumen La cuenca del río Reconquista es una de las tres grandes cuencas de la Región Metropolitana de Buenos Aires (Argentina) gravemente afectada por las inundaciones y por la contaminación. En tanto pieza territorial de la ciudad metropolitana, la cuenca Reconquista fue abordada en los documentos de planificación urbana que se elaboraron para la región durante la segunda mitad del siglo XX: el Plan Regulador de Buenos Aires, el Esquema Director Año 2000, el Estudio del Sistema Metropolitano Bonaerense y el Proyecto 90. Independientemente de que se hayan concretado o no, esas instancias de planificación ilustran las formas de pensar y operar en la cuenca, como un ámbito dentro de la ciudad, como un problema de alcance metropolitano y como una propuesta de transformación territorial, en tres momentos: el de las inundaciones y la hidráulica, el del medio ambiente y la calidad de vida, y el de la ecología y el paisaje, donde cambian las relaciones que se establecen entre la urbanización, el urbanismo y las cuencas hídricas.
Quality of organically produced bell pepper seeds
Authors: Nogueira José Luiz , Silva Bruna Ariane da , Mógor Átila Francisco , Grzybowski Camila Ribeiro de Souza , Panobianco Maristela
Published: July 2017

Abstract: The production of bell pepper seeds may be affected by the plant management and harvesting point of fruits. The goal of this study was to evaluate the quality of organically produced bell pepper seeds according to free plant growth, branch thinning and ripening stage. The experiment was conducted in a greenhouse with randomized block design; plants were tutored to parallel tape supports, with and without branch thinning, and fruits were harvested at three ripening stages (completely green, green/reddish and red). The following determinations were made: seed moisture content of at the time of harvest and after post-harvest rest, number of seeds per fruit, seed germination, and seedling emergence. It is possible to conclude that the production of bell pepper seeds in an organic system is viable, resulting in seeds with a germination percentage and seedling emergence above 90%. The management system of plants without branch thinning results in the production of seeds with greater viability and higher quantity per fruit. The cultivation of bell peppers for seed production may be carried out with fruits at the green ripening stage (51 days after anthesis), without any quality loss.
Embryonic dormancy in seeds of Bactris gasipaes Kunth (peach-palm)
Authors: Nazário Patricia , Ferreira Sidney Alberto do Nascimento , Borges Eduardo Euclydes de Lima
Published: July 2017

Abstract: Bactris gasipaes is a domesticated palm whose fruits are of great importance for the Amazonian people and whose heart of palm is also receiving economic interest in other brazilian and Latin America regions. The aim of this study was verify embryonic dormancy and its correlation with first cataphyll emergence in B. gasipaes seeds collected from four plants at Manaus city and four others at Coari city, both in the Amazonas state, Brazil. After extraction and cleaning, some of the seeds (4 replications of 25 per plant) were sown in a seedbed with a sawdust and sand mixture as substrate, and embryos (4 replications of 10 per plant), after extraction, were inoculated into half strength Murashige and Skoog cultures. Were used 100 seeds and 40 embryo per treatment. Whole seed and embryo germination varied between the different source plants and locations, with the greatest difference observed for the emergence of first cataphyll from seeds in the seedbed. For the most part of variables, results of seed and embryo were positively associated, namely, as one went up the other also, and vice versa. These results suggesting that, at least in part, seed dormancy in Bactris gasipaes is associated with embryonic dormancy.
Effect of the seed coat on dormancy and germination in Stylosanthes humilis H. B. K. Seeds
Authors: Chaves Izabel de Souza , Silva Nilo Cesar Queiroga , Ribeiro Dimas Mendes
Published: July 2017

Abstract: Seed of Townsville stylo (Stylosanthes humilis H.B.K.) is known to exhibit a hard seed coat and when freshly harvested also show a physiological dormancy, however, the nature of the co-actions between seed coat and embryo growth that determine dormancy is poorly understood. In this study, physical dormancy of Townsville stylo seeds was not reduced during natural ageing at room temperature, in contrast to the physiological dormancy, which is gradually overcome during after-ripening. Furthermore, the permeability of seed coat was affected by scarification treatments as well as by low-pH solutions. Together, these data indicate that physical dormancy overcome of seed is prerequisite for radicle protrusion and physiological dormancy of Townsville stylo seeds contribute to its timing.
Changes in desiccation tolerance and respiratory rates of immature Caesalpinia echinata Lam. Seeds
Authors: Araujo Ana Clara Ferreira Baptista , Barbedo Claudio José
Published: July 2017

Abstract: Seed storage is an important tool for ex situ conservation. Orthodox seeds can be stored for long periods, but recalcitrant seeds generally only for short periods. There is wide variation in the degree of desiccation tolerance between orthodox and recalcitrant seeds, leading authors to suggest levels of recalcitrance and, more recently, that there are variations in the stage of maturity at seed dispersal. Thus, recalcitrant behavior would be a result of premature dispersal from the mother plant. In this study, we sought to establish physiological relationships between different stages of development of immature orthodox Caesalpinia echinata seeds and the stages described for recalcitrant seeds to verify similarity of behavior. Therefore, we analyzed the desiccation tolerance of seeds collected at different ages, with and without PEG treatment, at different levels of drying (40%, 30%, 20% and 10% water content, wet basis). Changes in water potential, germination, vigor, and respiratory rates of the seeds were analyzed, and the results showed that: 1) desiccation tolerance increased as maturation proceeded; 2) PEG treatment did not induce desiccation tolerance; and 3) PEG treatment decreased the seed oxidation rate, which is the main factor in rapid seed deterioration of C. echinata in storage.