Abstract Objective Kidney shortage for pediatric kidney transplantation (PKT) entails the need to use low-weight and age donors, despite the apprehension. The aim of this study was to analyze the pediatric deceased donor kidney transplantations (pDDKT) outcomes in the first year after the procedure, stratified by donor age. Method Retrospective cohort of pDDKTs carried out between January 2013, and January 2018, at a PKT reference hospital in Southern Brazil. Donors were divided into group 1 (≤ 6 years), and group 2 (> 6 years); the analysis of the outcomes was carried out in the same period. Results There were 143 pDDKTs; 51 (35.66%) in group 1; and 92 (64.34%) in group 2. In both groups there were 17 graft losses (11.8%), with vascular thrombosis as the main cause (group 1: 5; group 2: 4). Among the complications, renal artery stenosis (RAS) with indication for angioplasty and stenting was more frequent in group 1 (7.8%; group 2: 2.2%). The 1-year Renal Transplant Recipients' and graft survival did not show significant differences between the groups, (p= = 0.95). However, the Glomerular Filtration Rate analysis was higher in group 2, reaching, in the 12th month, 79.3 mL/min/1,73m2, compared to 69.7 mL/min/1,73m2 in group 1(p= = 0.033). Conclusions Small donors can be considered for pDDKTs, as long as there is an expert team to perform the transplantation.

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate autoinflammatory diseases (AID) according to age at diagnosis and sex, and response to therapy in a large population. Methods: This is a cross-sectional observational study of a Latin American registry using a designed web system for data storage, collected between 2015 and 2018. Any altered findings during follow-up were recorded. The forms were translated into Portuguese and Spanish, including demographic, clinical, laboratory, genetic and treatment characteristics. Results: We included 152 patients, 51.3% male and 75% Caucasian. The median age at disease onset was 2.1 years (0–15.6 years) and median age at diagnosis 6.9 years (0–21.9 years); 111 (73%) were children (0–9 years old), and 41 (27%) were adolescents and young adults (AYA) (10–21 years old). Periodic fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, and adenitis syndrome (PFAPA) occurred in 46/152 (30%), chronic non-bacterial osteomyelitis (CNO) in 32/152 (21%), and familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) in 24/152 (15.7%). PFAPA was significantly higher in young children than in AYA (38.7% vs. 7.3%, p<0.001), while CNO were lower (13.5% vs. 41.5%, p<0.001). The frequency of females was significantly higher in CNO (28.4% vs. 14.1%, p=0.031) and lower in FMF (8.1% vs. 23.1%, p=0.011). The most used drugs were glucocorticoids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), and colchicine. Glucocorticoids and colchicine treatment were used in all AID with good to moderate response. However, cryopyrin-associated periodic syndromes (CAPS) seemed unresponsive to glucocorticoids. NSAIDs and methotrexate were the main medications used to treat CNO. Conclusions: Differences among AID patients were observed in the LA population regarding sex and age at disease diagnosis.

RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar as doenças autoinflamatórias (DAI) de acordo com sexo e idade no momento do diagnóstico e a resposta terapêutica em uma grande população. Métodos: Este é um estudo observacional transversal de um registro latino-americano que usou um sistema de dados coletados entre 2015 e 2018. Quaisquer achados alterados ao longo do acompanhamento foram registrados. Os formulários foram traduzidos para os idiomas português e espanhol, incluindo características demográficas, clínicas, laboratoriais, genéticas e de tratamento. Resultados: Incluímos 152 pacientes, sendo 51,3% do sexo masculino e 75% da raça branca. A média de idade de início da doença foi de 2,1 anos (0–15,6 anos) e a média de idade de diagnóstico 6,9 anos (0–21,9 anos); 111 (73%) eram crianças (0–9 anos) e 41 (27%) adolescentes/adultos jovens (10–21 anos). A síndrome de febre periódica, estomatite aftosa, faringite e adenite (PFAPA) ocorreu em 46/152 (30%), osteomielite não bacteriana crônica (CNO) em 32/152 (21%) e febre familiar do Mediterrâneo (FMF) em 24/152 (15,7%). A PFAPA foi significativamente maior em crianças pequenas (38,7 vs. 7,3%, p<0,001), e a CNO, em adolescentes/adultos jovens (13,5 vs. 41,5%, p<0,001). A frequência do sexo feminino foi significativamente maior na CNO (28,4 vs. 14,1%, p=0,031) e menor na FMF (8,1 vs. 23,1%, p=0,011). Os medicamentos mais utilizados foram glicocorticoides, anti-inflamatórios não esteroidais (AINE) e colchicina. O tratamento com glicocorticoides e colchicina foi usado em todas as DAI com resposta boa a moderada. No entanto, as síndromes periódicas associadas à criopirina (CAPS) pareciam não responder aos glicocorticoides. AINE e metotrexato foram os principais medicamentos utilizados no tratamento da CNO. Conclusões: Diferenças de pacientes com DAI foram observadas na população latino-americana em pacientes agrupados por sexo e idade ao diagnóstico da doença.

Objective: to evaluate the waste generated from processing surgical instruments consigned in elective orthopedic surgeries and propose a model for calculating waste associated with processing consigned surgical instruments. Method: a quantitative, descriptive-exploratory case study carried out in a large university hospital in two phases: (1) retrospective by consulting administrative records of canceled elective orthopedic surgeries, with provision for the use of consigned materials for identification of the sub-specializations with the greatest demand; and (2) prospective through direct, non-participant observations of processing consigned surgical instruments prepared for the identified surgeries and proposition of a model for calculating waste associated with processing these materials. Results: hip arthroplasty, spine arthrodesis and knee arthroplasty surgeries were identified as presenting the greatest demand, resulting in 854 boxes of consigned surgical instruments processed and unused. Processing waste was estimated at R$34,340.18 (US$6,359.30). Conclusion: the proposed equation made it possible to calculate the waste related to the production and non-use of boxes of surgical instruments consigned for orthopedic procedures and can equip nurses for planning based on institutional, care and financial data, aiming to make better use of resources through waste identification.

Objetivo: evaluar el desperdicio generado por el procesamiento de instrumental quirúrgico consignado en cirugías ortopédicas electivas y proponer un modelo para el cálculo del desperdicio asociado al procesamiento de instrumental quirúrgico consignado. Método: estudio de caso, cuantitativo, descriptivo-exploratorio, realizado en un hospital universitario grande, en dos fases: (1) retrospectiva, mediante la consulta de registros administrativos de cirugías ortopédicas electivas canceladas, con previsión de uso de materiales consignados, para identificar las subespecialidades con mayor demanda; y (2) prospectiva, por medio de observaciones directas, no participantes, del procesamiento de instrumental quirúrgico consignado preparado para las cirugías identificadas, y de la propuesta de un modelo para el cálculo del desperdicio asociado al procesamiento de estos materiales. Resultados: se identificaron las cirugías de artroplastia de cadera, artrodesis de columna y artroplastia de rodilla con mayor demanda, resultando en 854 cajas de instrumental quirúrgico consignado procesado y sin uso. El desperdicio del procesamiento se estimó en R$ 34.340,18 (US$ 6,359.30). Conclusión: la ecuación propuesta permitió calcular el desperdicio relacionado con la producción y la no utilización de cajas de instrumental quirúrgico consignado para procedimientos ortopédicos, y puede equipar a los enfermeros para la planificación basada en datos institucionales, asistenciales y financieros, con el objetivo de aprovechar mejor los recursos por medio de la identificación del desperdicio.

Objetivo: avaliar o desperdício gerado pelo processamento de instrumentais cirúrgicos consignados em cirurgias ortopédicas eletivas e propor um modelo de cálculo de desperdício associado ao processamento de instrumentais cirúrgicos consignados. Método: estudo quantitativo, descritivo-exploratório, do tipo estudo de caso, realizado em hospital universitário de grande porte, em duas fases: (1) retrospectiva pela consulta aos registros administrativos de cirurgias ortopédicas eletivas canceladas, com previsão de uso de materiais consignados para identificação das subespecialidades com maior demanda e (2) prospectiva por meio de observações diretas, não participantes, do processamento de instrumentais cirúrgicos consignados preparados para as cirurgias identificadas e proposição de modelo de cálculo de desperdício associado ao processamento desses materiais. Resultados: foram identificadas as cirurgias de artroplastia de quadril, artrodese de coluna e artroplastia de joelho, com maior demanda, resultando em 854 caixas de instrumentais cirúrgicos consignados processados e não utilizados. O desperdício do processamento foi estimado em R$ 34.340,18 (US$ 6,359.30). Conclusão: a equação proposta permitiu calcular o desperdício relacionado à produção e não utilização de caixas de instrumentais cirúrgicos consignados para procedimentos ortopédicos e pode instrumentalizar os enfermeiros para o planejamento pautado em dados institucionais, assistenciais e financeiros, visando ao melhor aproveitamento dos recursos através da identificação do desperdício.

ABSTRACT Objective: This study aims to investigate the ability of the six-minute walk distance (6MWD) as a prognostic marker for midterm clinical outcomes three months after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), to identify possible predictors of fall in 6MWD in the early postoperative period, and to establish the percentage fall in early postoperative 6MWD, considering the preoperative baseline as 100%. Methods: A prospective cohort of patients undergoing elective CABG were included. The percentage fall in 6MWD was assessed by the difference between preoperative and postoperative day (POD) five. Clinical outcomes were evaluated three months after hospital discharge. Results: There was a significant decrease in 6MWD on POD5 compared with preoperative baseline values (percentage fall of 32.5±16.5%, P<0.0001). Linear regression analysis showed an independent association of the percentage fall of 6MWD with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and preoperative inspiratory muscle strength. Receiver operating characteristic curve analysis revealed that the best cutoff value of percentage fall in 6MWD to predict poorer clinical outcomes at three months was 34.6% (area under the curve = 0.82, sensitivity = 78.95%, specificity = 76.19%, P=0.0001). Conclusion: This study indicates that a cutoff value of 34.6% in percentage fall of 6MWD on POD5 was able to predict poorer clinical outcomes at three months of follow-up after CABG. Use of CPB and preoperative inspiratory muscle strength were independent predictors of percentage fall of 6MWD in the postoperative period. These findings further support the clinical application of 6MWD and propose an inpatient preventive strategy to guide clinical management over time.

ABSTRACT: This study investigated the association between neurological signs as well as plausible risk factors and the seroprevalence of Toxoplasma gondii and Neospora caninum infection in dogs of the Campo Grande region of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. In this study, the dogs were divided into two groups based on the presence and the absence of neurological signs (n=30 in each group). Serological diagnosis was performed using the indirect fluorescent antibody test. In the group with neurological disorders, 23.3% and 30% of the dogs had anti-T. gondii and anti-N. caninum antibodies, respectively. Moreover, three dogs from this group showed co-infection with both protozoa. In the group without neurological signs, 16.7% and 13.3% of the dogs were seropositive for T. gondii and N. caninum, respectively. Although presence of neurological signs was not associated with T. gondii and N. caninum infections (P = 0.747 and P = 0.21, respectively), there was a statistical association between T. gondii seropositivity and peripheral neurological alteration (P = 0.016) among dogs with neurological signs. Raw meat ingestion was the only risk factor associated with the presence of anti-N. caninum antibodies (P = 0.041). Results revealed evidence of exposure to N. caninum and T. gondii in dogs irrespective of the presence of neurological signs. Moreover, this study highlighted the need for serological investigation of T. gondii in dogs with disturbances in peripheral nervous systems and not offering raw meat to animals to avoid the risk of N. caninum infection.

RESUMO: Este estudo teve como objetivo investigar a associação entre sinais neurológicos, assim como possíveis fatores de risco e soroprevalência de Toxoplasma gondii e Neospora caninum em cães de Campo Grande, região de Mato Grosso do Sul, Brasil. Nesse estudo, os cães foram divididos em dois grupos, baseado na presença ou ausência de sinais neurológicos (n = 30 em cada grupo). O diagnóstico sorológico foi realizado por meio do teste imunofluorescência indireta (RIFI). No grupo com distúrbios neurológicos, 23.3% e 30% dos cães tinham anticorpos anti-T. gondii e anti-N. caninum, respectivamente. Além disso, três cães deste grupo estavam coinfectados com ambos os protozoários. No grupo sem sinais neurológicos, 16.7% e 13.3% dos cães foram soropositivos para T. gondii e N. caninum, respectivamente. Apesar da presença de sinais neurológicos não ter sido associado a infecção por T. gondii ou N. caninum ( P = 0.747 e P = 0.21, respectivamente), houve associação estatística entre soropositividade para T. gondii e alteração neurológica periférica (P = 0.016) entre os cães com sinais neurológicos. A ingestão de carne crua foi o único fator de risco que apresentou associação com a presença de anticorpos para N. caninum (P = 0.041). Estes resultados mostraram evidência de que a exposição a N. caninum e T. gondii em cães independe da presença de sinais neurológicos. Além disso, este estudo destaca a necessidade de investigação sorológica para T. gondii em cães com distúrbios neurológicos periféricos, e o oferecimento de carne crua aos animais deve ser evitada devido ao risco de infecção por neosporose.

ABSTRACT Objective: This study aims to investigate the ability of the six-minute walk distance (6MWD) as a prognostic marker for midterm clinical outcomes three months after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), to identify possible predictors of fall in 6MWD in the early postoperative period, and to establish the percentage fall in early postoperative 6MWD, considering the preoperative baseline as 100%. Methods: A prospective cohort of patients undergoing elective CABG were included. The percentage fall in 6MWD was assessed by the difference between preoperative and postoperative day (POD) five. Clinical outcomes were evaluated three months after hospital discharge. Results: There was a significant decrease in 6MWD on POD5 compared with preoperative baseline values (percentage fall of 32.5±16.5%, P<0.0001). Linear regression analysis showed an independent association of the percentage fall of 6MWD with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and preoperative inspiratory muscle strength. Receiver operating characteristic curve analysis revealed that the best cutoff value of percentage fall in 6MWD to predict poorer clinical outcomes at three months was 34.6% (area under the curve = 0.82, sensitivity = 78.95%, specificity = 76.19%, P=0.0001). Conclusion: This study indicates that a cutoff value of 34.6% in percentage fall of 6MWD on POD5 was able to predict poorer clinical outcomes at three months of follow-up after CABG. Use of CPB and preoperative inspiratory muscle strength were independent predictors of percentage fall of 6MWD in the postoperative period. These findings further support the clinical application of 6MWD and propose an inpatient preventive strategy to guide clinical management over time.

ABSTRACT Objective: to develop educational technology for nurses on transcutaneous pacemaker management in older adults undergoing mobile pre-hospital assistance. Method: a methodological study developed with the Advanced Support Units of the Mobile Urgency Care Service of the 2nd Metropolitan Health Region of Paraná, Brazil, in three phases: 1) Pre-production - preparation of the video script; 2) Production - script validation by expert judges, storyboard development, voiceover recording and selection of images; and 3) Post-production - evaluation of the video by expert judges and diffusion. 51 specialist judge nurses took part in validation of the script; and 47 of them assessed the video. The data were collected between April and May 2022 using instruments with a Likert scale, via Google Forms. Descriptive statistics was applied for data analysis and a Content Validity Index of at least 0.78 was considered. Results: the judges suggested less technical language, inclusion of a scene and a correction referring to the positioning of the transcutaneous pacemaker adhesive pads. A 2D video lasting 8 minutes and 30 seconds was produced, which addressed actions and care measures in managing pacemakers in older adults. The following items were considered adequate: language, images, voiceover, duration, guidelines proposed and memorization of the messages (CVI=1.0). Conclusion: the educational technology developed was considered validated for nurses regarding the transcutaneous pacemaker management in older adults. The educational video can support decision-making in favor of patient and team safety and treatment efficacy, in order to qualify the assistance provided.

RESUMEN Objetivo: desarrollar una tecnología educativa para enfermeros sobre el manejo de marcapasos transcutáneos en ancianos, en el Servicio Móvil de Atención Prehospitalaria. Método: estudio metodológico desarrollado con las Unidades de Soporte Avanzado pertenecientes al Servicio Móvil de Atención de Urgencias de la 2º Región de Salud Metropolitana de Paraná, Brasil, en tres fases: 1) Pre-producción - elaboración del guión del video; 2) Producción - validación del guión a cargo jueces especialistas, elaboración del storyboard, grabación de las narraciones y selección de las imágenes; y 3) Post-producción - evaluación del video a cargo de jueces especialistas y divulgación del video. Los participantes del proceso de validación del guión fueron 51 jueces especialistas y enfermeros de profesión; y 47 de ellos evaluaron el video. Los datos se recolectaron entre abril y mayo de 2022 por medio de instrumentos con una escala de Likert, a través de Formularios Google. Se aplicó estadística descriptiva para el análisis de los datos y se consideró un Índice de Validez de Contenido de al menos 0,78. Resultados: los jueces sugirieron lenguaje menos técnico, incluir una escena y correcciones referentes a la ubicación de los parches adhesivos del marcapasos transcutáneo. El video se produjo en 2D y duró 8 minutos con 30 segundos, analizando acciones y precauciones en el manejo de marcapasos en ancianos. Los siguientes elementos se consideraron adecuados: lenguaje, imágenes, narración, duración, pautas de orientación propuestas y memorización de los mensajes (IVC=1,0). Conclusión: la tecnología educativa que se desarrolló fue considerada validada para enfermeros en relación con el manejo de marcapasos transcutáneos en ancianos. El video educativo puede asistir en el proceso de toma de decisiones en pos de la seguridad del paciente y del equipo de atención, al igual que para la eficacia del tratamiento, a fin de calificar la asistencia provista.

RESUMO Objetivo: desenvolver tecnologia educacional para enfermeiros sobre manejo do marca-passo transcutâneo em idosos, em atendimento pré-hospitalar móvel. Método: estudo metodológico, desenvolvido junto às Unidades de Suporte Avançado do Serviço de Atendimento Móvel de Urgência da 2º Regional de Saúde Metropolitana do Paraná, Brasil, em três fases: 1) pré-produção - elaboração do roteiro do vídeo; 2) produção - validação do roteiro por juízes especialistas, elaboração do storyboard, gravação das narrações e seleção de imagens; 3) pós-produção - avaliação do vídeo por juízes especialistas e divulgação do vídeo. Participaram da validação do roteiro 51 enfermeiros juízes especialistas; e 47 deles avaliaram o vídeo. Coletaram-se os dados entre abril e maio de 2022, por meio de instrumentos, com escala de Likert, via Google Formulários. Aplicou-se estatística descritiva para análise dos dados e considerou-se Índice de Validade de Conteúdo de pelo menos 0,78. Resultados: os juízes sugeriram linguagem menos técnica, inclusão de cena e correção referente ao posicionamento das pás adesivas do marca-passo transcutâneo. Produziu-se vídeo em 2D de 8 minutos e 30 segundos, que abordou ações e cuidados no manejo do marca-passo em idosos. Consideraram-se adequados os quesitos: linguagem, imagens, narração, tempo de duração, orientações propostas e memorizações das mensagens (IVC =1,0). Conclusão: a tecnologia educacional desenvolvida foi considerada validada para enfermeiros quanto ao manejo do marca-passo transcutâneo em idosos. O vídeo educacional pode subsidiar a tomada de decisões em prol da segurança do paciente, da equipe e da eficácia no tratamento, de modo a qualificar a assistência.

RESUMO Objetivos: identificar, na percepção de estudantes, as controvérsias relacionadas ao termo “agrotóxico” e sua influência na saúde. Métodos: pesquisa de campo, com análise qualitativa via análise textual discursiva. Foram realizadas entrevistas coletivas com alunos do nono ano do ensino fundamental de quatro escolas do campo da região Oeste do Paraná. Resultados: ao analisar as falas dos estudantes, identificou-se que os agrotóxicos fazem parte da realidade deles e da comunidade local. Surgiram controvérsias relacionadas aos agrotóxicos e saúde, com destaque para a forma de produção e a compreensão dos reais malefícios gerados pela exposição e uso dos agrotóxicos. Conclusões: abordar os agrotóxicos no contexto da educação e saúde é essencial para que haja um fortalecimento das discussões, de forma crítica e contextualizada, nos espaços escolares, ampliando o olhar para a temática como forma de enriquecer as compreensões e os discursos sobre o tema. Objetivos identificar estudantes agrotóxico “agrotóxico Métodos discursiva Paraná Resultados identificouse identificou se local Conclusões discussões contextualizada escolares tema

RESUMEN Objetivos: identificar, en la percepción de los estudiantes, Ias controversias relacionadas con el término “pesticida” y su influencia en la salud. Métodos: investigación de campo, con análisis cualitativo a través del análisis textual discursivo. Se realizaron entrevistas colectivas con alumnos del noveno año de Ia enseñanza fundamental de cuatro escuelas rurales de la región occidental de Paraná. Resultados: al analizar las declaraciones de los estudiantes, se identificó que los plaguicidas son parte de su realidad y de la comunidad local. Surgieron controversias relacionadas con los plaguicidas y la salud, con énfasis en la forma de producción y la comprensión del daño real generado por Ia exposición y uso de plaguicidas. Conclusiones: abordar los plaguicidas en el contexto de Ia educación y la salud es fundamental para que haya un fortalecimiento de las discusiones, de forma crítica y contextualizada, en los espacios escolares, ampliando Ia mirada sobre ei tema como forma de enriquecer comprensiones y discursos sobre el tema. Objetivos identificar estudiantes pesticida “pesticida Métodos campo discursivo Paraná Resultados local Conclusiones discusiones contextualizada escolares

ABSTRACT Objectives: to identify, according to students’ perception, controversies related to the term “pesticide” and its influence on health. Methods: field research, with qualitative analysis via discursive textual analysis. Collective interviews were carried out with students of ninth grade of elementary school from four rural schools in the western region of Paraná. Results: when analyzing students’ statements, it was identified that pesticides are part of their reality and that of the local community Controversies related to pesticides and health arose, with emphasis on the form of production and the understanding of the real harm generated by exposure and use of pesticides. Conclusions: approaching pesticides in the context of education and health is essential so that there is a strengthening of discussions, in a critical and contextualized way, in school spaces, expanding the look at the topic as a way of enriching understandings and discourses on the subject. Objectives identify perception pesticide “pesticide Methods research Paraná Results statements arose Conclusions discussions spaces subject

Abstract Introduction Inferior turbinate surgery is often performed concomitantly with rhinoseptoplasty. As inferior turbinates play a major role in allergic rhinitis, it seems reasonable to suggest that inferior turbinate surgery reduces allergy. Objective To assess the impact of nasal turbinate surgery on non-obstructive allergic symptoms (nasal discharge, sneezing, pruritus, and allergic conjunctivitis) and on the use of allergic medication in patients with allergic rhinitis undergoing rhinoseptoplasty. Methods Secondary analysis of aggregated data from two randomized controlled trials. Participants with allergic rhinitis aged 2: 16 years were recruited. Data from two groups were analyzed: patients with rhinoseptoplasty and concomitant turbinate reduction (intervention group) and patients with rhinoseptoplasty only (control group). The 90-day postoperative frequency of non-obstructive allergic symptoms and of nasal steroid and oral antihistamine use were analyzed. Results A total of 100 patients were studied. The groups were similar in terms of allergic symptom intensity and mean age. The frequency of non-obstructive allergic symptoms decreased 90 days postoperative in both groups (p < 0.01). There was no difference between the groups in the frequency of non-obstructive allergic symptoms at 90 days (p = 0.835). Topical nasal steroid and oral histamine antagonist use decreased in the intervention group at 90 days (p < 0.05). Conclusions Ninety days after the surgery, turbinate reduction performed in association with rhinoseptoplasty did not reduce the frequency of non-obstructive allergic symptoms more than rhinoplasty alone. However, the observed decrease in nasal steroid and oral antihistamine use suggests an impact of turbinate reduction on medication use in patients with allergic rhinitis undergoing rhinoseptoplasty. Trial Registration ClinicalTrials.gov database (NCT01457638 and NCT02231216).

ABSTRACT Purpose: to analyze the use of digital resources by Brazilian phonoaudiologists before and during the period of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: cross-sectional study carried out with a representative sample of Brazilian phonoaudiologists, with at least one year of practical experience. An online questionnaire consisting of 28 questions divided into eight sections was prepared. Data were analyzed and are reported as absolute and relative frequency regarding the variables: respondent’s age, highest degree and years of experience; weekly working hours; region of the country; type of service and area of expertise; use of digital means before and during the pandemic and willingness to use the same kind of resource after the pandemic. Results: telehealth technologies were used by 90% of phonoaudiologists in Brazil since before the COVID-19 pandemic. A change in the profile of technologies used was observed: after the pandemic, videoconferences gained more use in contact with patients compared to the pre-pandemic period even though contact via mobile phone and instant messaging applications are the most used, both before and during the pandemic. Conclusion: the study's findings demonstrate that 90% of phonoaudiologists who answered the questionnaire in Brazil used and still make use of telehealth technologies to contact patients.

RESUMO Objetivo: Relatar a experiência acerca da atuação da/o enfermeira/o junto às equipes de consultório na rua no município de São Paulo/SP Brasil. Método: Estudo descritivo, do tipo relato de experiência, que descreve o cuidado às pessoas em situação de rua, a partir do olhar e da vivência de uma enfermeira. Resultados: Dentre as atribuições das/os enfermeiras/os que atuavam junto às equipes de consultório na rua, destacavam-se o conhecimento acurado do território, habilidade para construção de vínculos, realização de diagnósticos das condições de saúde e epidemiológico, planejamento das ações da equipe, estabelecimento de fluxos de integração junto à Rede de Assistência à Saúde, conhecimento e compreensão sobre a chegada das pessoas às ruas, supervisão das ações dos auxiliares de enfermagem e agentes comunitários de saúde. Conclusão: Atuar como enfermeira/o na equipe de consultório na rua é uma experiência nova e desafiadora que requer dos profissionais ações dinâmicas, estratégicas, criativas e empáticas. A presença de enfermeiras/os nas equipes de Consultório na Rua contribui para a garantia do acesso aos serviços de saúde e cuidado integral, amplia as possibilidades de detecção precoce, tratamento, acompanhamento e a cura de agravos crônicos e infectocontagiosos.

ABSTRACT Objective: To report a nurse’s work experience with the street medical consultation teams in the city of São Paulo/SP Brazil. Method: Descriptive, experience report study, which describes the care for homeless people, from a nurse’s perspective and experience. Results: Among the attributions of the nurses working with the street medical consultation teams, there are the accurate knowledge of the territory, the ability to build bonds, the performance of diagnoses of health and epidemiological conditions, the planning of the team’s actions, the establishment of integration flows with the Health Care Network, the knowledge and understanding about the people ending up on the streets, the supervision of the actions of nursing assistants and community health agents. Conclusion: Acting as a nurse on the street medical consultation team is a new and challenging experience that requires dynamic, strategic, creative, and empathic actions. The presence of nurses in the Street Medical Consultation teams contributes to ensuring access to health services and comprehensive care, expanding the possibilities of early detection, treatment, monitoring, and healing of chronic and infectious diseases.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Relatar la experiencia acerca de la actuación de la/del enfermera/o con los equipos de consultorio en la calle en el municipio de São Paulo/SP, Brasil. Método: Estudio descriptivo, del tipo relato de experiencia que describe el cuidado a las personas que viven en la calle desde el punto de vista y de la vivencia de una enfermera. Resultados: Entre las atribuciones de las/de los enfermeras/os que actuaban con los equipos de consultorio en la calle se destacaban el profundo conocimiento del territorio, habilidad para construcción de vínculos, realización de diagnósticos de las condiciones de salud y epidemiológico, planificación de las acciones del equipo, establecimiento de flujos de integración con la Red de Asistencia a la Salud, conocimiento y comprensión sobre la llegada de personas a la calle, supervisión de las acciones de los auxiliares de enfermería y agentes de salud comunitaria. Conclusión: Actuar como enfermera/o en el equipo de consultorio en la calle es una experiencia nueva y retadora que requiere de los profesionales acciones dinámicas, estratégicas, creativas y empáticas. La presencia de enfermeras/os en los equipos de Consultorio en la calle contribuye para garantizar el acceso a los servicios de salud y cuidado integral, amplía las posibilidades de detección precoz, tratamiento, acompañamiento y la cura de agravios crónicos e infectocontagiosas.

Abstract Food safety, within the context of the hospital’s Food and Nutrition Units (FNU), is one of the key factors in ensuring the quality of the service. Thus, the aim of this study was to analyze the microbiological contamination of sponges and multipurpose cloths used in a hospital’s FNU, as well as the effectiveness of different disinfection methods. The materials were submitted to viable cell count for total and thermotolerant coliforms, coagulase-positive Staphylococcus, and mesophiles; in addition, efficiency tests of the disinfection methods carried out by the FNU were done by scanning electron microscopy, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, biofilm formation capacity, and virulence factors. The analysis results confirmed the contamination of these utensils, and the disinfection methods used were efficient. Electromicroscopic analysis identified high bacterial adhesion after use, and the isolates were resistant to the antimicrobial penicillin and classified as poor biofilm producers. Sponge isolates showed greater virulence than other materials. Therefore, good practices in food services must follow strict hygiene and disinfection protocols to ensure the safety of the food produced.

RESUMO Objetivo: Verificar a satisfação dos pais em relação ao cuidado prestado ao filho internado na unidade de terapia intensiva pediátrica e fatores clínicos associados. Método: Pesquisa exploratória, transversal, com 84 pais, em hospital privado de São Paulo, Brasil. A coleta de dados ocorreu de março de 2019 a janeiro de 2020, no pós-alta. Os dados foram analisados por estatística descritiva e Coeficiente de Correlação de Spearman. Resultados: A média de satisfação foi alta (5,75) (DP=0,35). Não houve correlação da satisfação dos pais com tempo de internação, gravidade e doença. Conclusão: Os pais apresentaram altos níveis de satisfação com o cuidado recebido na terapia intensiva pediátrica, independentemente da classificação da doença, tempo de internação ou gravidade. Observou-se maior satisfação nos domínios atitude profissional, cuidado e cura, informação e participação dos pais.

ABSTRACT Objective: To verify the parents’ satisfaction in relation to the care provided to their child admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit and associated clinical factors. Method: Exploratory, cross-sectional study, with a total of 84 parents, in a private hospital in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Data collection took place from March 2019 to January 2020, in the post-discharge period. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Spearman’s Correlation Coefficient. Results: Mean satisfaction was high (5.75) (SD=0.35). There was no correlation between parents’ satisfaction and length of hospital stay, severity and illness. Conclusion: Parents showed high levels of satisfaction with the care received in pediatric intensive care, regardless of disease classification, length of hospital stay or severity. Greater satisfaction was observed in the domains of professional attitude, care and cure, information and parents’ participation.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Verificar la satisfacción de los padres en relación con la atención brindada al niño ingresado en la unidad de cuidados intensivos pediátricos y los factores clínicos asociados. Método: Es una investigación exploratoria y transversal, realizada entre 84 padres en un hospital privado de São Paulo, Brasil. Los datos se recogieron entre marzo de 2019 y enero de 2020, después del alta y se analizaron mediante estadística descriptiva y el Coeficiente de Correlación de Spearman. Resultados: La media de satisfacción fue alta (5,75) (DP=0,35). No hubo correlación de la satisfacción de los padres con la duración de la estancia, la enfermedad y la gravedad. Conclusión: Los padres mostraron altos niveles de satisfacción con la atención recibida en cuidados intensivos pediátricos, independientemente del período de la hospitalización, de la clasificación de la enfermedad o de la gravedad de la misma. Se observó mayor satisfacción en los dominios de actitud profesional, cuidado y curación, información y participación de los padres.

RESUMO Vários patógenos, incluindo SARS-CoV-2, são capazes de permanecer viáveis em superfícies durante dias, o que favorece a contaminação cruzada. Medidas preventivas são essenciais para prevenir infecções e controlar a propagação da COVID- 19. A régua de Fox é um dispositivo essencial no planejamento clínico de próteses totais e é inevitável o contato com os fluidos orais do paciente, durante seu manejo. Apesar de sua importância, a régua de Fox convencional de policarbonato é facilmente danificada com o processo de esterilização. Portanto, o objetivo deste artigo é propor a utilização de uma régua Fox descartável. A confecção é feita de forma simples com palitos de madeira unidos por cola de cianoacrilato, seguindo o mesmo formato do convencional, mas com a vantagem adicional de ser produzida em tamanho individualizado de acordo com o rebordo superior. A régua Fox descartável proposta permite obter o paralelismo do rolete de cera superior com a linha bipupilar e com o plano de Camper. Portanto, o dispositivo descartável descrito neste artigo foi capaz de desempenhar as mesmas funções do convencional, de forma prática, sem riscos de contaminação cruzada e com baixo custo.

ABSTRACT Numerous pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2, can remain viable on surfaces over days, which favors cross-contamination. Preventive measures are essential to prevent infections and control the spread of COVID-19. Fox ruler is an essential device in the clinical planning of complete dentures and the contact with the patient’s oral fluids during handling is unavoidable. Despite its importance, the conventional polycarbonate Fox ruler is easily damaged in the sterilization process. Therefore, the purpose of this article is to propose the use of a disposable Fox ruler. The confection is carried out in a simple way with wooden toothpicks joined by cyanoacrylate glue, following the same shape as the conventional one, but with the additional advantage of being made in an individual size according to the upper edge. The proposed disposable Fox ruler makes it possible to obtain the parallelism of the upper wax roller with the bipupillary line and with the Camper plane. Therefore, the disposable device described in this article was able to perform the same functions as the conventional one, in a practical way, without risks of cross contamination and with low cost.