Examinando por Materia "LILACS"

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Adherence factors involved in the treatment of cancer patients
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-09) Saravia Reyes, Mabel Magaly; Vilca Huallanca, María Esperanza; Gamarra Bustillos, Carlos
Objective: Determine the adherence factors that intervene in the treatment of cancer patients. Methodology: It is a systematic review in different Medline databases - Pubmed, Lilacs, Scielo and Science direct, following the PICO format, the inclusion criteria were: scientific articles published between 2006 and 2016 in Spanish and English, with selection final of 12 articles. Results: Of the 12 articles reviewed, 100% (12/12 articles) that intervened were the sociocultural factor, which had 59% (7/12), while the factor of adverse effects to treatment had 50% (6/12) and the economic factor has 17% (2/12). The quality of the articles was mostly moderate at 75% (9/12). In the most searched articles it was in the country of Nigeria (3/12) with 25.6%, in which the dimension that most intervened for non-adherence to treatment was the economic factor. Conclusions: The associated adherence factor was, according to this review, multifactorial and involves sociocultural factors, adverse effects of treatment, and economic factors. Strategies and alternatives must be generated to develop early interventions that allow for better therapeutic adherence in cancer patients.
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Criteria and standards for nursing staffing
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-09) Aranda Tuanama, Jessica Mercedes; Rodríguez Porras, Betsy Yvonne; Gómez Gonzales, Walter Edgar
Objective: Establish the criteria and standards for the provision of nursing staff. Materials and Methods: Systematic Reviews are an observational and retrospective research design, which synthesizes the results of multiple primary investigations. They are an essential part of evidence-based nursing due to their rigorous methodology, identifying relevant studies to answer specific questions of clinical practice. Results: 7 scientific articles were reviewed, whose main topic was the criteria and standards for the provision of nursing staff. Of all the articles that were found, the most relevant articles were included according to the level and quality of evidence, evaluating the agreement. and the discrepancy between the articles, and the least relevant ones were excluded. The articles were located in the databases: Scielo, Lilacs Lipecs, Medline. Conclusions: There are several diversified criteria and standards in Peru for the provision of nursing staff, which make coordinated work necessary at the level of the representative entities of Peruvian nurses. Health care companies or institutions do not apply a standardized model in the human resources management process. Said management is conditioned by the type of organizational system used, applied technology, action policy, work philosophy and existing human resources policy, purpose and functions of the personnel.
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Determination of the appropriate concentration for oral hygiene with Chlorhexidine in the prevention of pneumonia in intubated patients in the intensive care unit
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-09) Chavalía Cóello, Diana Elizabeth; Menacho Vergara, Lissette Carolina; Gómez Gonzales, Walter Edgar
Objective: Determine the best concentration of chlorhexidine used to perform oral hygiene to prevent pneumonia in intubated patients. Materials and Methods: Systematic reviews are an observational and meta-analysis research design, which synthesizes the results of multiple primary investigations. They are an essential part of evidence-based nursing due to their rigorous methodology, which is why a systematic review was carried out with articles in English and Spanish indexed in Cochrane, Embase, Lilacs, Pubmed, Medline, identifying relevant studies to answer specific questions of clinical practice. Results: The SCHEFFE statistical test indicated that of oral hygiene, chlorhexidine showed a statistically significant difference over other forms of hygiene in the reduction of the number of bacterial colonies (p<0.001). The only effect on reducing VAP was found when 0.12% chlorhexidine was used, used in cardiovascular surgery, where Chlorhexidine is used from preoperatively. Conclusions: Oral care, cleaning and antisepsis is a useful strategy for the prevention of pneumonia associated with intubated patients; It was also determined that 0.12% chlorhexidine was effective in reducing colonization of the oropharynx and the incidence of pneumonia associated with intubated patients.
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Effective interventions for the control of congestive heart failure in emergency units
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-09) Avila Salazar, Jesela; Huaman Grandez, Maria Liseth; Gamarra Bustillos, Carlos
Objective: Establish effective interventions for the control of congestive heart failure in emergency units. Materials and methods: A systematic review was carried out, which synthesizes the results of multiple primary investigations. They are an essential part of evidence-based nursing due to their rigorous methodology, identifying relevant studies to answer specific questions of clinical practice. Results: 10 systematically reviewed scientific articles on effective interventions for the control of congestive heart failure in emergency units were included in the review. The articles were located in the Lilacs, Medline, Ebsco and Pubmed databases; 70% (n = 07/10) of the articles reviewed agree and show that the administration of ASA diuretics, which act on the medullary portion of the loop of Henle, inhibiting sodium reabsorption in the thick ascending portion of the loop of Henle, Henle; belonging to Group II such as: furosemide, bumetanide, torsemide, ethacrynic acid, in bolus or infusion, are the most used; on the other hand, 30% of the articles reviewed (03/10) of the authors agree that educational interventions based on formative education is effective in improving the control of congestive heart failure. Conclusion: The articles reviewed show that the most effective intervention for heart failure in older adults is ASA diuretics and educational interventions based on training education are effective in improving the control of congestive heart failure in emergency units. .
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Effective nursing interventions for the prevention of pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-09) Cusi Delgado, Libia; Solis Ramos, Melody; Bonilla Asalde, César Antonio
Objective:Analyze the evidence on effective nursing interventions for the prevention of pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation.Methodology:The search was carried out in the Pubmed, Cochrane, Elsevier, Lilacs, Scielo and Google Scholar database of articles published between 2012 and 2017 whose main theme is effective nursing interventions in the prevention of pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation. Results: Of 10 scientific reviews, 100% are of quality high, of the total of systematic reviews, 6 articles conclude that oral hygiene with chlorhexidine reduces the incidence of pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation, 4 articles conclude that elevation of the head of 30|-60° reduces the incidence of pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation. mechanical ventilation, 3 articles conclude that aspiration and management of secretions reduces pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation and 1 article concludes that abdominal massage and post-pyloric feeding reduce the risk of pneumonia associated with ventilation. mechanics.Conclusion:Effective nursing interventions for the prevention of pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation include oral cavity hygiene with chlorhexidine, elevation of the head of the head 30°-60°, aspiration and management of secretions, post-pyloric feeding and the abdominal massage.
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Effective strategies to improve communication among health personnel in a surgical center
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-09) Huarcaya Vaca, Clarissa Domitila; Chung Luna, Jackeline; Remuzgo Artezano, Anika
This is a systematic review of 10 scientific articles that respond to articles published in Spanish, English and Portuguese no older than 5 years. Data collection was carried out through a bibliographic review of both national and international research articles. and where they were found in the following databases Scielo, Pubmed, Elsevier, Scielo, BvsPeru, Lilacs. The main theme was effective strategies to improve communication among surgical center health personnel; Of all the articles that were found, the most important ones were included according to the level of experience and the least relevant ones were excluded. The selected articles were subjected to critical reading, using the grade system to assign the strength of recommendation.
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Effectiveness of an educational intervention to improve adherence to treatment and lifestyle in reducing the level of glycosylated hemoglobin in adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2019-09-29) Olortegui Galiano, Rosa María; Ventura Diaz, Patricia; Bonilla Asalde, César Antonio
Objective: Analyze the evidence of the effectiveness of an educational intervention to improve adherence to treatment and lifestyles in reducing the level of glycosylated hemoglobin in adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Material and methods: Systematic review in 10 scientific articles. found in effectiveness of an educational intervention to improve adherence to treatment and lifestyles in reducing the level of glycosylated hemoglobin, in adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, were cited in the following Pubmed databases, lilacs, Scielo and Regional Portal of the Virtual Health Library; all analyzed according to the Grade scale to determine strength and quality of evidence. Results: Of 10 articles reviewed and analyzed, 40% (n= 4/10) systematic reviews, 40% (n= 4/10) randomized controlled trials, 10% (n= 1/10) quasi-experimental studies and the 10% (n= 1/10) pre-experimental. Of the 10 articles found, 100% demonstrate that the educational intervention in adherence to treatment and healthy lifestyles is effective in reducing glycosylated hemoglobin in patients with type 2 diabetes. Conclusion: 10 of the 10 articles found indicate that the educational intervention in adherence to treatment and healthy lifestyles is effective in reducing glycosylated hemoglobin in patients with type 2 diabetes.
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Effectiveness of an educational program on knowledge and practices about healthy eating in parents of school-age children
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-09) Robles Bocanegra, Tania Liz; Gamarra Bustillos, Carlos
Objectives: Determine the effectiveness of an educational program on knowledge and practices about healthy eating in parents of school-age children and make recommendations based on the evidence found. Materials and Methods: The search was carried out in Scielo, Lilacs, Lipecs, Medline, the information was oriented using the keywords effectiveness, educational program, knowledge, practices, food and nutrition. Where original articles published in journals were found between January 2006 and September 2016. Of a total of 25 articles, 10 articles that met the eligibility criteria were analyzed, including experimental, pre-experimental and quasi-experimental studies that met the inclusion criteria. and exclusion. The levels of evidence and strength of recommendation were then evaluated. Results: In the final selection, 10 were chosen, we found that 100% (n=10/10) of them affirm that the educational programs aimed at parents are effective in knowledge and practices about healthy eating. Conclusions: The application of an educational program has a positive impact on the knowledge and practices about healthy eating for parents of school-age children, generating healthy practices for parents in food preparation and children with adequate healthy growth and development. .
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Effectiveness of an intervention program in early family care for the development of psychomotor capacity and adaptation to the environment in children under 5 years of age
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2019-09-29) Miraval Sosa, Carola Margarita; Rojas Collazos, Lady Karina; Bonilla Asalde, César Antonio
Objective: Analyze the scientific evidence about the effectiveness of an intervention program in early family care for the development of psychomotor capacity and adaptation to the environment in children under 5 years of age. Material and methods: It is a systematic review of 10 scientific articles of interest for the study, which were found in databases: Scielo, Lilacs, Cochrane, Pubmed, Google Scholar; All of them were analyzed according to the Grade scale to determine their strength and quality of evidence. Results: Of the 10 articles reviewed, 3 are systematic reviews (30%), 2 are randomized controlled trials (20%), 2 are cohort studies (20%), 1 meta-analysis (10%), 1 case-control studies (10% ) and 1 randomized clinical trial (10%). All of them point out the effectiveness of an intervention program in early family care to improve psychomotor development and adaptation to the environment. Conclusion: 100% of the articles reviewed show effectiveness in an intervention program in early family care to improve psychomotor development and adaptation to the child's environment, which should be started as soon as possible to improve development, maximizing their abilities. and integrating the family in this process.
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Effectiveness of changing the peripheral venous catheter in the prevention of phlebitis
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-09) Cachi Sanchez, Bertha Elizabeth; Sanches Huisa, Mirian Marcela; Mendigure Fernández, Julio
Objective: Systematize the available evidence on the effectiveness of changing the peripheral venous catheter for the prevention of phlebitis. Methodology: The study carried out is a Systematic Review of 10 articles in the LILACS, SCIELO, MEDLINE, and PUBMED databases, whose search has been restricted to articles with full text, and the selected articles were subjected to a critical reading, using the Jover's evaluation to identify its level of evidence. Results: In the review of the Articles, the effectiveness of changing the peripheral venous catheter to prevent phlebitis is observed; However, in the latest studies carried out, the permanence time of peripheral devices does not show the cause of the origin of vascular complications such as phlebitis, in relation to the systematic change and replacement due to clinical indication in adult patients with intravenous treatment. Conclusion: The evidence shows that to prevent phlebitis in hospitalized patients, changing the peripheral venous catheter does not necessarily require routine change every 72 hours, but rather when clinically indicated. Most of the studies reviewed provide input to the nursing professional and health institutions shared benefits. patient safety, reduction in procedures and time in care and reduction in costs
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The effectiveness of educational intervention programs for the prevention of HIV and STIs in healthy adolescents in primary health care
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2019-09-22) Merlin Contreras, Dzhámilia Gaby; Aguilar Rueda, Edith Nancy; Matta Solis, Hernán Hugo
Objective: Systematize evidence on the effectiveness of educational intervention programs for the prevention of HIV and STIs in healthy adolescents in primary health care. Material and Method: The systematic review is a synthesis of the literature, which attributes high evidence on the effectiveness of interventions on related topics in the area of health, subjected to critical selection, using the GRADE evaluation system for the identification of the degree of evidence, disseminated in the following databases Scielo, Lilacs, Medline, Ebsco, Pubmed. Of the 10 scientific articles systematically reviewed, 20% (n=2/10) are systematic reviews and 80% (n=8/10) are quasi-experimental studies. According to the results obtained from the systematic review carried out in the present study, they come from the countries of Brazil (10%), Spain (10%) and Cuba (80%). Results: 10/10 of the articles reviewed show that an education program is effective for the prevention of HIV and STIs in healthy adolescents. Conclusions: an education program is effective for the prevention of HIV and STIs in healthy adolescents using participatory methodology that includes recreational activities, role plays, debates, use of technology, educational games and reflective activities. conferences, videos, round tables, posters, brochures, audiovisual spot programs.
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Effectiveness of high-level disinfection as a safe reprocessing method for endoscopes
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-09) Soto Espinoza, Miriam Giovanna; Aranguren Hernandez, Nacy Melania; Gómez Gonzales, Walter Edgar
Objective: Determine the effectiveness of high-level disinfection as a safe reprocessing method for endoscopes. Materials and Methods: A systematic review was carried out, which synthesizes the results of multiple primary investigations. They are an essential part of evidence-based medicine due to their rigorous methodology, identifying relevant studies to answer specific questions of clinical practice. Results: The systematic review of the 06 scientific articles on the effectiveness of high-level disinfection as a safe reprocessing method for endoscopes correspond to the Lipecs, Lilacs, Scielo and Medline databases. The DAN in an endoscope after having been used when there are traces of organic secretions is not sufficient. Conclusion: Every endoscope, after having been used, when there are organic secretions, must be sterilized after high-level disinfection has been carried out.
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Effectiveness of immobilization using the cervical collar in the transfer of polytraumatized patients
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2019-05-19) Vicente Yataco, Wilmer Fernando; Yanamango León, Jose Luis; Pretell Aguilar, Rosa María
Objective: Systematize the evidence on the effectiveness of the use of cervical collar in polytraumatized patients to prevent sequelae and disabilities. MATERIAL AND METHOD: Systematic observational and retrospective review, the search has been restricted to articles with full text, using Jover's evaluation to identify its level of evidence. The systematic review of the 10 scientific articles evidenced on the effectiveness of the use of cervical collar in polytraumatized patients to prevent sequelae and disabilities, were obtained from the following databases Pubmed, Medline, Embase, Cochrane Library, Dialnet, Scielo, and Lilacs . They were analyzed according to the Grade scale to determine the strength and quality of the evidence. Of the 10 articles, 80% (8/10) correspond to the methodological design of a systematic review, and 20% (2/10) are randomized studies. Results: Of the 10 articles reviewed, 70% (7/10) demonstrate that the effectiveness of the use of cervical collar in polytraumatized patients in the short term prevents sequelae and disabilities, in immobilization and transportation from the scene of an accident to the hospital; and 30% (3/10) show that the use of cervical collar in long-term polytraumatized patients produces cerebral edema, pressure ulcers, muscle exhaustion, jugular and tissue venous pressure. Conclusions: Of the 10 articles reviewed, 7 of 10 show that the use of cervical collar in polytrauma patients in the short term is effective for immobilization and transportation from the scene of an accident to the hospital; and 3 out of 10 show that the use of the cervical collar in long-term polytraumatized patients produces cerebral edema, pressure ulcers, muscle exhaustion, jugular and tissue venous pressure.
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Effectiveness of music therapy for pain management in patients undergoing surgery
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-08) Guzmán Moreno, Sisy Cecilia
Material and methods: The PICO instrument was applied and a systematic bibliographic search was carried out through recognized search engines such as LILACS, PubMED, ELSEIVER, etc. Classifying the information through the use of Caspe templates and the level of evidence and degree of recommendation by the GRADE system. Results: 100% of the articles show evidence of the positive influence that music exerts in the different stages of the perioperative period, showing not only the significant decrease in pain but also the decrease in the level of anxiety, 2 articles found showed patients with functional stable vital signs, decreased administration of analgesics and anesthetics, even when the patient is under general anesthesia. Conclusions: Music can be used and implemented as a simple, safe and effective method of reducing potentially harmful physiological responses caused by pain in patients during the perioperative period.
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Effectiveness of negative pressure therapy in the healing of chronic foot wounds in patients with diabetes
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2020-01-25) Rodríguez Chula, Elsa del Milagro; García Carmona, María Eugenia; Arevalo Marcos, Rodolfo Amado
Material and methods: The studies are systematized through a review of international research articles and existing scientific literature. These are subjected to a selection using the Grade evaluation system in order to assign the degree of evidence, using the basis LILACS, DECS, SCIELO, COCHRANE, PUBMED, ELSEVIER AND MESH data; for the search in Spanish and English respectively. The selection of articles was carried out using previously established inclusion and exclusion criteria. Only randomized clinical trials were included in this review. Conclusion: 10/10 of the articles analyzed agree that negative pressure therapy is an effective adjuvant therapeutic modality since it reduces the time of the healing process with a minimum rate of complications, of chronic foot wounds of patients with diabetes. and therefore the decrease in the number and time of hospitalizations and additional surgical interventions, which consequently reduces costs.
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Effectiveness of Oral Hygiene with Chlorhexidine in the Prevention of Pneumonia Associated with Mechanical Ventilation in the Intensive Care Unit
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 1905-07-09) Llancari Tutaya, Saul; Meza Durán, Vanessa; Gómez Gonzales, Walter Edgar
Objectives: Determine the effectiveness of oral hygiene with chlorhexidine in the prevention of pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation. Material and methods: A review of the medical literature was carried out, which consists of a review of 5 systematic reviews and 5 clinical trials indexed in scientific databases, which respond to articles published in Spanish and English. A search was carried out for articles indexed in Lipecs, Lilacs, Scielo, Cochrane Plus, IntraMed, using the keywords: Effectiveness of oral care AND prevention of pneumonia AND mechanical ventilation AND intensive care, Effectiveness of oral care OR prevention of pneumonia OR ventilation mechanical OR intensive care, Oral care AND prevention of pneumonia NOT mechanical ventilation, Effectiveness oral care OR prevention of pneumonia NOT mechanical ventilation, Oral care OR chlorhexidine AND ventilator-associated pneumonia. Results: 5 systematic reviews and 5 clinical trials were found, which met the inclusion criteria. It was noted that nine of the 10 reviews substantiate and show the effectiveness of chlorhexidine in the prevention of pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation, only one mentions that it does not prevent or completely reduce chlorhexidine. . Conclusions: Oral hygiene with chlorhexidine is effective in preventing pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation.
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Effectiveness of palliative care to improve the quality of life of children with cancer
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2020-01-25) Velasquez Palma, Diana Noemí; Maynaza Machaca, Inés; Uturunco Vera, Milagros Lizbeth
Objective: Systematize evidence on the effectiveness of palliative care to improve the quality of life in children with cancer. MATERIAL AND METHOD: The study is a systematic observational and retrospective review of articles with full text, in which their grade or quality of evidence was identified according to the Grade System. The population was made up of 10 articles obtained from the following databases in Pubmed, Medline, Embase, Cochrane Library, Dialnet, Scielo, and Lilacs search engines. Of which 90% (9/10) correspond to systematic reviews and 10% (1/10) to literature reviews, of these 60% (6/10) correspond to the United States, 10% to the United Kingdom ( 1/10), Germany 10% (1/10), Canada 10% (1/10), and Colombia 10% (1/10). Results: Of the 10 articles reviewed, 100% demonstrate that palliative care is effective in improving the quality of life in children with cancer. Conclusions: 100% of the articles show that palliative care is effective in improving the quality of life in children with cancer; helping in the prevention and relief of pain, anguish, reducing stress levels, anxiety, and fear associated with the disease; raising their quality of life, both for the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of the child and their family.
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Effectiveness of Prehospital Spine Motion Restriction in Penetrating Trauma
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2019-08-25) Rios Prado, Magali Cristina; Yauri Yauri, Magale Yole; Calsin Pacompia, Wilmer
Objective: Systematize the evidence on the effectiveness of prehospital spinal movement restriction in penetrating trauma to prevent neurological complications. MATERIAL AND METHOD: The study was quantitative, with a systematic, observational and retrospective review design; of articles with full text, which identified their grade or quality of evidence and strength of recommendation according to the GRADE System. Likewise, the population was made up of 25 articles and the sample included 10 most relevant articles, obtained from the following databases Pubmed, Medline, Embase, Cochrane Library, Dialnet, Scielo, and Lilacs. Results: Of the articles found, 40% Spain, 40% United States, 10% England, and 10% Iran. Likewise, the systematic review was the study design used in 70% of the investigations; and followed by 30% were retrospective studies. Of the 10 articles reviewed, 60% demonstrate that prehospital spinal movement restriction in penetrating trauma is not effective in preventing neurological complications; and 40% demonstrate that prehospital spinal movement restriction in penetrating trauma is effective in preventing neurological complications. Conclusions: 60% showed that prehospital restriction of movement of the spine in penetrating trauma is not effective in preventing neurological complications, presents harmful effects, increases risks of neurological disability and possible deaths in the short or long term depending on the patient's condition and 40 % showed that prehospital restriction of spinal column movement in penetrating trauma is effective in preventing neurological complications; because during the pre-hospital transfer it avoids or prevents traumatic and neurological injuries, disabilities, sequelae, paraplegics and even the death of the patient.
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Effectiveness of sedoanalgesia protocols to reduce time on mechanical ventilation in intubated patients in intensive care units
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2020-08-02) Sarmiento Villavicencio, Fabiola; Vásquez Vera, Karim Janet; Uturunco Vera, Milagros Lizbeth
Objective: Systematize the evidence on the effectiveness of the management of sedoanalgesia protocols by nursing to reduce the time on mechanical ventilation in intubated patients in intensive care units (ICU). Material and Method: The systematic review of the 10 scientific articles about the effectiveness of the management of sedoanalgesia protocols by nursing for the reduction of time in mechanical ventilation in intubated patients in the ICU located in the following databases Cochrane, Lilacs, Scielo , Medline Pubmed, Google Scholar being analyzed according to the Grade scale to determine its strength and quality of evidence. Results: Of the 10 articles, 40% (4/10) correspond to systematic reviews (2) and clinical trials (2), 30% (3/10) cohort studies and 30% (3/10) studies control. 80% of the reviewed articles demonstrate the effectiveness of nursing sedation protocol management to reduce time on mechanical ventilation in intubated patients. Conclusions: 80% of the articles demonstrated that the management of sedoanalgesia protocols by nursing is effective in reducing time in mechanical ventilation, highlighting the important role that the nurse plays in this process according to an assertive assessment.
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Effectiveness of the administration of Omega-3 fatty acids in reducing the adverse effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2019-08-25) Rodríguez Zambrano, Johanna Elizabeth; Pretell Aguilar, Rosa María
Objective: Systematize the evidence on the effectiveness of the administration of omega-3 fatty acids in reducing the adverse effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients. MATERIAL AND METHOD: The study is quantitative, with a systematic, observational and retrospective review design; of articles with full text, which identified their grade or quality of evidence according to the Grade System. Likewise, the population was made up of 10 most relevant scientific articles that were obtained from the following databases Pubmed, Medline, Embase, Cochrane Library, Dialnet, Scielo, and Lilacs. Of which 70% correspond to the methodological design of systematic review and 30% to randomized clinical trials, corresponding to the countries of the United States 20% (02/10), Holland 10% (01/10), Iran 10% (01 /10), Portugal 10% (01/10), Italy 10% (01/10), Colombia 10% (01/10), South Korea 10% (01/10), Mexico 10% (01/10), and Spain 10% (01/10). Results: Of the 10 articles reviewed, (10/10), 100% demonstrate effectiveness of the administration of omega-3 fatty acids in reducing the adverse effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients. Conclusions: 10 of 10 reviewed articles demonstrate evidence of the effectiveness of the administration of omega-3 fatty acids in reducing the adverse effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients; That is, evidence suggests a role for omega-3 fatty acid supplementation in cancer treatment, but they have been shown to preserve muscle mass and function in cancer patients.