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Resumo Objetivo Identificar a percepção de pessoas idosas que cuidam de outras pessoas idosas sobre o cuidado oferecido, assim como as estratégias de enfrentamento de dificuldades nesse processo sob a ótica da Teoria de Coping no contexto da covid-19. Método Trata-se de um estudo fenomenológico, com pessoas idosas e participantes do Programa Universidade Aberta à Maturidade da Universidade Estadual da Paraíba, que também são cuidadoras de pessoas idosas. Os instrumentos de coleta de dados foram: questionário sociodemográfico e roteiro semiestruturado. Foram realizadas entrevistas por meio de videochamada e os dados foram avaliados pela Análise do Conteúd Resultados Participaram 17 idosos cuidadores com idades entre 60 e 79 anos. Foram elencadas três categorias temáticas: 1) Dificuldades enfrentadas no período da pandemia; 2) Estratégias de enfrentamento utilizadas na época da pandemia; 3) Necessidades de melhoria na execução da função de cuidador. Conclusão Houve evidência de aumento do estresse, presença de ansiedade e risco de sobrecarga. Nessas circunstâncias, desenvolveram estratégias de enfrentamento através da educação, uso de redes sociais e de busca por apoio.

Abstract Objective To identify the perception of older adults who are caregivers for other older adults about the care offered, as well as the strategies for coping with difficulties in this process from the perspective of Coping Theory in the context of COVID-19. Method This is a henomenological study, with elderly people and participants in the Universidade Aberta à Maturidade, Program of the State University of Paraíba. Data collection instruments were a sociodemographic questionnaire, and semi-structured script. Interviews were carried out via video call and the data was evaluated by Content Analysis. Results 17 elderly caregivers aged between 60 and 79 years participated. Three thematic categories were listed: 1) Difficulties faced during the pandemic period; 2) Coping strategies used during the pandemic; 3) Needs for improvement in the performance of the caregiver role. Conclusion we found evidence of increased stress, presence of anxiety and risk of overload. In these circumstances, the participants developed coping strategies through education, use of social networks and seeking support.

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Rabies transmitted by wildlife is the main source of human rabies mortality in Latin America and considered an emerging disease. The common marmoset Callithrix jacchus of Brazil is the only known primate reservoir of rabies worldwide. We tested whether alive free-ranging C. jacchus were exposed to rabies in four northeast states that have previously reported rabies-positive dead C. jacchus (Pernambuco and Bahia) or not (Paraíba and Rio Grande do Norte). Our results show no evidence of rabies antibodies or infection in the sampled C. jacchus, suggesting that apparently healthy marmosets are not widely exposed to rabies over their natural range.

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Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is necessary to prevent the fatal onset of rabies but requires optimization to avoid overuse in populations at risk of rabies. In Brazil, the incidence of dog bites remains high, with almost half of dog-bite patients not receiving the PEP recommended by the Ministry of Health guidelines between 2008 and 2017. In this study, we aimed to identify the factors that limit the appropriate prescribing of PEP by interviewing health professionals responsible for PEP administration and completion of the 'Information System on Diseases of Compulsory Declaration' (SINAN) form reporting human anti-rabies care for patients seeking health care after a dog bite. We conducted 147 questionnaires (45 questions each) in three Brazilian states (i.e., Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Norte) including questions related to the criteria used by professionals to classify a dog as "suspect" or "rabid", knowledge on PEP prescription guidelines, SINAN and communication with veterinarians. Our analyses showed that most health professionals delivering PEP in these three states struggle to identify a rabies "suspect" dog according to the Ministry of Health guidelines, and to indicate the adequate PEP regimen, with only 11% of professionals prescribing the appropriate PEP under various dog-bite patient scenarios. PEP knowledge score was higher among professionals trained on PEP guidelines and working in facilities with the highest incidence of dog bites. In contrast, PEP knowledge scores did not vary significantly between states, and were not correlated to the professional's level of experience, the number of colleagues available at the health unit or the professional's confidence on prescribing appropriate PEP. Our results suggest that knowledge gaps in PEP administration among health professionals of Brazil can be reduced by implementing training programs to differentiate among rabies risk scenarios, prescribe the corresponding appropriate PEP and improve communication between health and veterinary authorities.

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O objetivo do presente estudo foi analisar o efeito da facilitação neuromuscular proprioceptiva (FNP), realizada em meio terrestre e aquático, na flexibilidade de posteriores da coxa e extensores do quadril em adultos saudáveis. Trata-se de um ensaio clínico aleatorizado. A amostra foi composta por 16 adultos (18 a 35 anos) de ambos os sexos, randomizados em dois grupos: experimental (GE, n=08), submetido ao alongamento por FNP no meio aquático; e controle (GC, n=08), que recebeu a FNP no meio terrestre. A intervenção foi realizada durante seis semanas, com duas sessões semanais. Pré e pós-intervenção a flexibilidade do quadril foi avaliada pela amplitude de movimento (ADM) utilizando um goniômetro posicionado sobre essa articulação. E para determinar a flexibilidade dos músculos posteriores da coxa foi utilizado o teste sentar e alcançar. Ambas as intervenções, propiciaram um aumento significativo na flexibilidade do GE e GC (p<0,05), entretanto não houve efeito significativo de ambiente (p>0,05).

The aim of the present study was to analyze the effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), performed in land and aquatic environments, on the flexibility of the posterior thigh and hip extensors in healthy adults. This is a randomized clinical trial. The sample was composed of 16 adults (18 to 35 years old) of both sexes, randomized into two groups: experimental (EG, n=08), submitted to PNF stretching in the aquatic environment; and control (CG, n=08), which received PNF on land. The intervention was performed during six weeks, with two weekly sessions. Before and after the intervention, hip flexibility was assessed by range of motion (ROM) using a goniometer positioned over this joint. And to determine the flexibility of the posterior thigh muscles, the sit and reach test was used. Both interventions provided a significant increase in flexibility in the EG and CG (p<0.05), however there was no significant effect on the environment (p>0.05).

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Objective: to analyze the prevalence of depressive symptoms and health conditions in the elderly treated in Primary Health Care. Method: cross-sectional observational research, with a quantitative approach, carried out with 130 elderly people from a Brazilian municipality. Data collection occurred between November 2019 and March 2020, using the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS-15) and a questionnaire, including sociodemographic data. Results: prevalence of depressive symptoms present in 78 elderly (63.1%). The associated independent variables were: female gender, age between 60 and 69 years, monthly income from 1 to 3 minimum wages, greater than nine years of schooling, mental and physical domain at risk, with more than three self-reported diseases and more than five medications used. Conclusion: the high prevalence of depressive symptoms in the elderly population studied requires investment in prevention actions, noting the need for practices that promote active aging and life satisfaction.

Objetivo: analizar la prevalencia de síntomas depresivos y condiciones de salud en ancianos tratados en Atención Primaria de Salud. Método: investigación observacional transversal, con enfoque cuantitativo, realizada con 130 ancianos de un municipio brasileño. La recolección de datos ocurrió entre noviembre de 2019 y marzo de 2020, utilizando la Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS-15) y un cuestionario, incluyendo datos sociodemográficos. Resultados: prevalencia de síntomas depresivos presentes en 78 ancianos (63,1%). Las variables independientes asociadas fueron: sexo femenino, edad entre 60 y 69 años, ingresos mensuales de 1 a 3 salarios mínimos, mayor a nueve años de escolaridad, dominio mental y físico en riesgo, con más de tres enfermedades autoinformadas y más de cinco medicamentos utilizados. Conclusión: la alta prevalencia de síntomas depresivos en la población anciana estudiada requiere inversión en acciones de prevención, señalando la necesidad de prácticas que promuevan el envejecimiento activo y la satisfacción con la vida.

Objetivo: analisar a prevalência de sintomas depressivos e as condições de saúde em idosos atendidos na Atenção Primária à Saúde. Método: pesquisa observacional do tipo transversal, de abordagem quantitativa, realizada com 130 idosos de um município brasileiro. Coleta de dados ocorreu entre novembro de 2019 e março de 2020, utilizando Escala de Depressão Geriátrica (GDS-15) e questionário, contemplando dados sociodemográficos. Resultados: prevalência de sintomas depressivos presentes em 78 idosos (63,1%). As variáveis independentes associadas foram: sexo feminino, idade entre 60 e 69 anos, renda mensal de 1 a 3 salários-mínimos, maior que nove anos de escolaridade, domínio mental e físico com risco, com mais de três doenças autorreferidas e mais de cinco medicamentos utilizados. Conclusão: a alta prevalência de sintomas depressivos na população idosa estudada requer investimento em ações de prevenção, atentando para a necessidade de práticas que promovam o envelhecimento ativo e a satisfação com a vida.

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Abstract Aim: To determine whether the change of direction (COD) deficit can represent the time of the change of direction in professional under 17 years old (U-17) soccer players. Methods: Sixteen young soccer athletes performed the adapted 505 agility test with the stationary stance (2 straight lines of 5 m) and the 10 m linear running test (LR). In both tests, the partial and total times were recorded every 2.5 m by time gates (0-2.5 m; 2.5-7.5 m; 7.5-10 m). The best performances were recorded and used to determine the COD deficit (difference between the time for the LR and 505 tests). The paired t-test compared the initial acceleration (0-2.5 m) time, the COD time (2.5-7.5 m), and the COD deficit among the tests. Results: Times in the LR test were significantly shorter in the initial acceleration phase (0-2.5 m), and the change of direction deficit was also lower than the change of direction time (2.5-7.5 m) for both sides (p = 0.005). Conclusion: When an athlete is aware of an upcoming change of direction, a lower initial acceleration results in biases for determining the change of direction deficit. Therefore, acceleration capacity might not be suitable to assess using the 505 agility test.

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ABSTRACT. We reported a case of a 61-year-old male patient with anacusis, cerebellar syndrome, myoclonus, and frontal signs. The brain magnetic resonance imaging showed bilateral striated hyperintensity of the fluid-attenuated inversion recovery and restricted diffusion in the diffusion-weighted imaging and hypointense areas corresponding to the apparent diffusion coefficient in the cerebral cortex. The autopsy revealed positive immunohistochemistry for the PrPSc protein. Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease presenting with hearing loss is unusual.

RESUMO. Relatamos o caso de um paciente do sexo masculino, 61 anos, com anacusia, síndrome cerebelar, mioclonia e sinais frontais. A ressonância magnética cerebral mostrou hiperintensidade estriada bilateral do fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (FLAIR) e difusão restrita no diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) e áreas hipointensas correspondendo ao coeficiente de difusão aparente no córtex cerebral. A autópsia revelou imuno-histoquímica positiva para a proteína PrPSc. A doença de Creutzfeldt-Jakob que se apresenta com perda auditiva é incomum.

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OBJECTIVE: To analyze the risk of violence associated to functional capacity and sociodemographic characteristics of hospitalized elderly. METHOD: Quantitative, cross-sectional, multicenter study conducted with elderly receiving care at university hospitals of the municipalities of João Pessoa and Campina Grande, in the state of Paraíba, Brazil. The scales Katz and Hwalek-Sengstock Elder Abuse Screening Test were applied. The data was analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics using Chi-squared Pearson test, Spearman correlation test, and multiple logistic regression. RESULTS: The participating elderly amounted to 323. The risk of violence was predominant among female elders aged 60 to 70 who are unable to read or write, live with someone, perform no labor activity, and whose income is higher than a minimum wage. Elders who were dependent for basic and instrumental activities presented a 2.11 score (Confidence Interval = 1.22-3.64; p = 0.000) and 1.70 (1.01-2.85; p = 0.044) and a higher risk of violence. CONCLUSION: Elders who depended on other people to perform both complex and basic activities are the most exposed to situations of violence.

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