In a country of continental size such as Brazil, the presence of marked regional, fauna, flora and cultural differences is natural and exerts impact on the various ways of being and living in the Brazilian nation. In addition to these differences, class, race and gender differences also exist, and in a capitalist, racist, classist and xenophobic society, these become the core of inequalities, that is, a different way of being and existing in the world establishes hierarchical power relations, and […]

Abstract Objective To identify how care for children with special health care needs and their families was addressed during training, from the perspective of future health professionals, and whether they feel prepared to provide such care. Methods A descriptive, cross-sectional, quantitative study with the participation of 141 graduating students from health courses at a federal university in São Paulo, using an online questionnaire. Results The topic was addressed theoretically (53.4%), practically (2.9%), and both theoretically and practically (43.7%) during undergraduate […]

Abstract Objective To map palliative care training strategies to prepare the healthcare team working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Methods A scoping review carried out in the Pubmed, BDENF, Medline and LILACS databases between June and August 2023, based on the inclusion criteria: scientific articles published and available in Portuguese, English or Spanish, published between 2018 and 2023 and available in full for online access. The review followed the JBI recommendations and used the PRISMA extension. Results Seven studies […]

Abstract Objective: To identify the information needs of family members regarding the care of children undergoing ventricular shunt. Methods: This survey-type study was carried out at a university hospital in the city of São Paulo from May 2022 to July 2023. Data collection included information on the indication of the device, signs of complications, surgical procedure, care, and guidance received. Results: Thirteen family members participated in the study. Around half (53.8%) of the participants were able to explain the indication […]

Abstract The objective of this study was to reflect on the importance of preparing the family to identify and treat the pain of children with intellectual disabilities. This is a reflection article which discusses the concept of a child with intellectual disabilities, the assessment tools available in the literature, the difficulty of the families to assess and treat the pain of these children and the assumptions of the Interactional Family Care Model to support the actions of nurses. This reflection […]

Abstract Objective To carry out the construction and the content validation of digital educational material in e-book format about first aid in the care of children and adolescents. Methods Quantitative methodological study, developed in two phases: the development of the digital educational material, based on updated scientific literature, aimed at laypeople, with the purpose of providing essential knowledge on Basic Life Support in urgent and emergency situations involving the pediatric population; and the content validation by a Committee of Judges, […]

Abstract This thematic article addresses expert opinion on the role of the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the United States of America. The publication highlights the historical context, the specific scope of advanced practice for pediatric nurses, the paths to Pediatric Nurse Practitioner certification, the education, accreditation, and licensing system, as well as the practice of this professional and its current challenges. The text offers insights into the multifaceted nature of the role, showing the diversity of clinical, educational and research […]

Abstract Objective To describe and relate individual, family and environmental characteristics, sleep time and 6-sulfatoxymelatonin levels in schoolchildren. Methods This is a cross-sectional and prospective study, carried out in a private educational institution, with children ≥6 years old, after ethical approval. An actigraph and sleep diary were used to assess sleep for 15 days. On the last night, urine was collected to measure 6-sulfatoxymelatonin levels. Descriptive analysis and non-parametric tests were carried out on correlations, considering p<0.05 for significance. Results […]

Abstract Objective To describe the eating difficulties and changes in sensory motor aspects of feeding in the first three years of corrected age of premature infants. Methods Cross-sectional study with 49 premature with corrected age (GA) between 24 and 36 months, born between 2015/2017. A specific assessment instrument was used, which includes about food, assessment of the stomatognathic system and feeding. To analyze the observed effect, the sample was divided into those born with GA <32 weeks and GA> 32 […]

Abstract Objective To identify and synthesize how access to healthcare for refugee children occurs, and to discuss gaps and directions for future research. Methods A systematic scoping review was conducted in five stages: (1) identification of the research question, (2) detection of relevant studies, (3) study selection, (4) data extraction and summarization, and (5) reporting of results. Results Eight international studies were included in the analysis. The addressed topics focused on sexual health, mental health, cardiovascular care, respiratory care, and […]

Abstract Objective Identify and synthesize the experience of being a mother of a child with congenital syphilis expressed in the literature and discuss research gaps. Methods Scope review with search in PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Cinahl, Virtual Health Library, Web of Science and Academic Google databases, of publications until 23 and 26 the July 2021. Articles were included according to the criteria: qualitative methodologies, mothers of children with congenital syphilis as participants and studies published in Portuguese, English or Spanish. The […]

Abstract Objective Develop a folder for caregivers of pediatric patients newly diagnosed with neurofibromatosis type 1 and for adolescents and young adults living with the disease. Methods Non-experimental descriptive study, using empirical action research. The process of creating the material occurred in three stages: identification of the problem; team discussion; and compilation of knowledge and production of the folder. Results The folder prepared presented basic information about the disease, with concepts and figures. It also warned the reader about searching […]