Development Of Daily Activities Research Articles

Intersectionality and access to visual rehabilitation services: Experiences of people with low vision, a qualitative study

Low vision is a condition of visual impairment, generated by an underlying pathology that affects visual functioning and the development of daily activities. In the field of visual impairment, the developments in the analysis of access to rehabilitation services are scarce and incipient. The study approaches the understanding of the experiences of people with low vision in Medellín, Colombia, in their search for visual rehabilitation services. Ethnographic collective case study was conducted. Intersectionality was adopted to explore people’s experiences with low vision management health services. Five women and four men with low vision who attended the healthcare center participated in the study. Twenty-nine interviews and 16 participant observation exercises were carried out. Three categories emerged in the study: (1) I had never heard of low vision services; (2) Interaction with the health system: A path of struggles; and (3) Barriers that are exacerbated by the intersection of multiple identities and systems of oppression. The Colombian health system acts as an axis of structural oppression that interacts with the economic condition, educational level, and geographical location to generate greater difficulties for the identification of low vision management options, which also interact with the multiple and dynamic identities of each subject.

TEAHING CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPETRUM DISORDERS NOSE BLOWING

The impairments that are present in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may lead to deficits in the development of daily activities, such as personal care and personal hygiene skills that are essential for independence. We used shaping procedure to teach three children with ASD nose blowing skills and this is the first ever research addressing this procedure application in children with ASD. We divided the skill into five steps and we used modeling prompt. All three participants mastered the nose blowing skill in 17 or 21 sessions. The first participant had the most difficulty with steps three and five, because of the transition from exhaling through the mouth to forceful exhaling from the nose. Shaping procedure was proven to be a successful as a teaching tool with children with ASD. These results are significant because the participants will be able to use the acquired skill every day and it will prevent possible future health issues. We believe it is necessary that both special educators and parents or caregivers of children with ASD implement personal hygiene teaching procedures in school or home environments.

PREVALENCE AND FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH CONSTIPATION IN PREMENOPAUSAL WOMEN: A COMMUNITY-BASED STUDY.

Intestinal constipation is characterized by problems related to evacuation, and presents high prevalence in the female gender. This condition has demonstrated negative effects on the development of daily activities, causing damage to the physical and emotional well-being of individuals who are diagnosed with it. Studies that investigate what health impairments intestinal constipation can cause are scarce in the literature. This study aimed to verify the prevalence and factors associated with intestinal constipation in premenopausal women living in Northeastern Brazil. It is a cross-sectional study. This was carried out in the northeast of Brazil. Participated 195 women, adult and middle age. Social conditions, habits and lifestyle, clinical aspects and obstetric history were investigated. Constipation was diagnosed using the Rome III Criteria. Multivariate analysis was conducted using Poisson Regression with robust variance to analyze the relationship between intestinal constipation and independent variables. A statistical significance level of P<0.05 was considered. Most of the women were between 25 and 39 years old (49.2%) and had an income of up to one minimum wage (79.5%). The intestinal constipation prevalence was 35.4%. In the final multivariate regression model, hemorrhoid clinical aspects (P=0.01), pain (P=0.001) and a burning sensation (P=0.01) on bowel movement, and sexual dysfunction (P=0.03) remained associated with constipation. The present study found a significant prevalence of constipation among premenopausal women and clinical factors such as hemorrhoids, pain and a burning sensation, and sexual dysfunction were associated with intestinal constipation.

The Use of Exergames in the Neurorehabilitation of People with Parkinson Disease: The Impact on Daily Life.

Introduction Parkinson disease (PD) is a progressive degeneration characterized by motor disorders, such as tremor, bradykinesia, stiffness and postural instability. Objective To evaluate the independence, confidence and balance in the development of daily activities in patients with PD before and after rehabilitation. Methods A descriptive, retrospective cross-sectional study was carried out with 16 patients (mean 57.6 ± 18.7 years), submitted to anamnesis, otolaryngological evaluation and vestibular assessment. The Vestibular Disorders Activities of Daily Living (VADL) and the Activities-Specific Balance Confidence (ABC) scales were applied before and after rehabilitation with virtual reality. Results a) The instrumental subscale of the questionnaire showed statistically significant result ( p = 0.022; 95% CI 1.21; 2.21) between the first and second assessments; b) The correlation between the questionnaires showed statistically significant result in the ambulation subscale ( p = 0.011; 95% CI −0.85; −0.17) first and ( p = 0.002, 95% CI −0.88; −0.31) second assessments, and the functional subscale was only verified in the second assessment ( p = 0.011, 95% CI −0.85; −0.17); and c) The patients presented clinical improvement in the final assessment after rehabilitation with significant result for the tightrope walk ( p = 0.034, 95% CI −12.5; −0.3) and ski slalom games ( p = 0.005, 95% CI −34.8; −6.6). Conclusions Our results showed that the VADL and ABC questionnaires, applied before and after rehabilitation, were important tools to measure the independence, confidence and balance while developing daily activities. The VADL and ABC questionnaires may effectively contribute to quantify the effect of the applied therapeutics and, consequently, its impact on the quality of life of patients with PD.

The use of exergames in neurorehabilitation

Introduction Parkinson's disease (PD) is a chronic disorder with progressive degeneration of the dopamine-producing cells in brain structures, including the substantia nigra. Objective To evaluate the independence, confidence and balance in the development of daily activities in patients with Parkinson's disease before and after rehabilitation. Material and methods A descriptive, retrospective cross-sectional study was carried out with 16 patients (mean 57.6 ± 18.7 years), submitted to anamnesis, otolaryngological, and vestibular assessment. The Vestibular Disorders Activities of Daily Living Scale (VADL) and the Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale (ABC) were applied before and after rehabilitation with virtual reality. Results (a) The Instrumental sub-scale of the questionnaire showed significant difference (P = 0.022, 95% CI: 1.21; 2.21) between the 1st and 2nd assessments; (b) The correlation between questionnaires showed significant result in the Ambulation sub-scale (P = 0.011, 95% CI: −0.85; −0.17) 1st assessments and (P = 0.002, 95% CI: −0.88; −0.31) 2nd assessments and the Functional sub-scale was only verified in the 2nd assessment (P = 0.011, 95% CI: −0.85; −0.17); and (c) There was patients’ clinical improvement in the final assessment after rehabilitation with significant result for the Tightrope Walk (P = 0.034, 95% CI: −12.5; −0.3) and Ski Slalom games (P = 0.005, 95% CI: −34.8; −6.6). Conclusions Our results showed that VADL and ABC questionnaires, applied before and after rehabilitation, were important tools to measure the independence, confidence and balance while developing daily activities. VADL and ABC questionnaires may effectively contribute to quantify the effect of the applied therapeutics and, consequently, its impact on the quality of life of patients with PD.

App design android smart house ITSRV, home automation control via wifi

Introduction. Currently the lifestyle is associated with the development of daily activities in dependence on technology. For this reason, in order to facilitate the coexistence of people with disabilities, an application has been designed to control the home from a mobile device. Objective. Design an Android application that integrates the sensors and controls of the house with the Arduino board, through WiFi internet. Materials and methods. The application will be developed using the APP INVENTOR tool in version 2 and will have the following functions: turning the lights on and off in different areas of the house. Opening and closing of the main door. Voice command to give instructions on turning on the lights and opening the door. The application will send an email to the owner of the house, when the gas sensor detects the presence of smoke.

Control interno en los costos de fabricación de los productos lácteos en la Cooperativa de Producción Agropecuaria “Chone Ltda”

&lt;p style="text-align: justify;"&gt;This research work consists of carrying out an analysis of the accounting processes that are executed in the Cooperative of Agricultural Production of Chone Ltda, through the application of the internal control system and thus be able to identify which are the strengths and weaknesses of the company. The same will allow to know what are the errors that should improve and change, so that this entity is a leader in the market in the processing of dairy products. In order to achieve better control, it was necessary to elaborate a procedure manual for the internal accounting control system, obtaining transparent information that helps decision-making preventing future risk.&lt;/p&gt;&#x0D; &lt;p style="text-align: justify;"&gt;In order to achieve the stated objective, the analysis methods were used, and the techniques as a support tool for interviews and surveys, which are aimed at the manager and the employees of the company. The present work is structured in three chapters detailing each process; in the first CHAPTER, it is the fundamental part where the theoretical framework is described investigating a scientific study focused on the theories (content, importance, characteristic, objectives, elements, among others), which complements the work of the research, fulfilling the objectives proposed.&lt;/p&gt;&#x0D; &lt;p style="text-align: justify;"&gt;In the second CHAPTER where the study carried out in the research field is described, tabulating data by means of statistical graphs on the current situation of the Cooperativa Agropecuaria de Chone Ltda. Applying the basic techniques such as the interview and survey to verify the hypothesis presented in the present work.&lt;/p&gt;&#x0D; &lt;p style="text-align: justify;"&gt;In the third CHAPTER proceeds to develop the manual of procedures to the internal accounting control system as a proposal for the Agricultural Cooperative which will improve internal processes in the development of daily activities in the development of a product.&lt;/p&gt;&#x0D; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;

Um olhar demográfico sobre a constituição da macrometrópole paulista: fluxos populacionais, integração e complementaridade

Resumo Este estudo tem por objetivo analisar a formação de novas morfologias urbanas a partir do olhar demográfico que passa, não apenas pela formação dos vetores de expansão da população, mas também e, principalmente, pelos fluxos populacionais, sejam eles motivados por mudança de residência ou mesmo para o desenvolvimento de atividades cotidianas. Busca, também, contribuir para o debate sobre a constituição de uma nova forma urbana, a macrometrópole paulista, que ainda carece de melhor e mais ampla discussão e delimitações teóricas e empíricas. De maneira resumida, busca-se mostrar que essa nova forma urbana tem uma clara contrapartida no processo de redistribuição espacial e mobilidade da população.

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The objective of this study is to present through a literature review, we raised about the practice ofResistance Training during pregnancy, with special focus on the benefits and effect on the health of the mother before, during andafter pregnancy. Data analysis was carried out through a literature textbook review of different periods and articles published inthe Scielo databases, the search was limited to periods or a year of works consulted for clarification on Physical Exercisessettings and gestation. In the face of considerations it is concluded that the practice of Physical Exercise is recommended, givingwomen physiological benefits pregnant women, psychological and social improvement of a healthy and balanced pregnancy andimproving the development of daily activities, whereas an exercise program physical for pregnant women is essential, and thatphysical education professionals emphasize targeted exercises for each pregnancy through periodic evaluations in order toreduce risks and develop health in pre- and post-pregnancy.

Experiences of community health agents in the care of the elderly affected by chronic diseases

Objective: to understand which are the experiences of community health agents in the care of patients with chronic diseases. Methods: qualitative research carried out through the interview of 20 community health agents. Data were analyzed following the steps of content analysis. Results: the care for the elderly has limitations due to their low educational level, resistance to adhere to drug therapy and low frequency of visits to health facilities. Another reason is the aging process in itself that may compromise the ability of self-care and the development of daily activities. Conclusion: difficulties of community health agents were identified in the care of elderly people with chronic diseases due to low adherence to treatment and to the health service.

Development of daily activities in school-age children with cerebral palsy

The purpose of this study was to describe the course of capabilities in self-care, mobility, and social function in school-age children with cerebral palsy (CP) and to investigate associations with CP-, child-, and family-characteristics. A clinic-based sample of children with CP ( n = 116; 76 males, 40 females; mean age 6 y 3 mo, SD 12 mo) was followed longitudinally in three yearly measurements. Children's capabilities were assessed with the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory Functional Skills Scale (PEDI-FSS). Averaged for the total group, significant increases over time were shown in PEDI-FSS scores in all three domains. For self-care, the course was best predicted by a model including level of gross motor function (measured by the Gross Motor Function Classification System) and intellectual capacity (measured by Raven's Coloured Progressive Matrices). For mobility, the course was best predicted by a model containing only level of gross motor function. For social function, the course was best predicted by a model comprising level of bimanual function (measured by the Manual Ability Classification System) and paternal educational level. Generally, the increase in capabilities was greater if level of functioning was higher, except for level of paternal education. The findings indicate that there are different sets of determinants for the course of different domains of daily activities. Such different sets of determinants may help to set realistic expectations and to create appropriate treatment plans for different domains of daily activities in school-age children with CP.

Ação da TENS acupuntural em acupontos na dor induzida pela hipotermia local (0-2º C)

INTRODUÇÃO: A dor é um fenômeno multidimensional que dificulta o desenvolvimento das atividades cotidianas. A aplicação de estimulação elétrica nervosa transcutânea (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation - TENS) está entre uma das modalidades mais usadas para o tratamento da dor. OBJETIVO: O objetivo deste estudo foi verificar se a TENS acupuntural (baixa frequência) influencia a dor aguda produzida pela hipotermia local em indivíduos saudáveis, quando os eletrodos estão localizados nos acupontos TA5 e CS6 e na aplicação placebo. MÉTODOS: Trinta e dois voluntários, de ambos os gêneros, foram alocados, aleatoriamente, nos grupos TENS e placebo. O estudo consistiu em três momentos: hipotermia sem eletroanalgesia, hipotermia com eletroanalgesia ou placebo, e hipotermia pós-eletroanalgesia ou placebo, para avaliar o efeito da TENS e do placebo na latência do limiar de dor e na intensidade da dor. RESULTADOS: Os resultados mostraram que a latência do limiar de dor aumenta significativamente quando comparados os momentos antes e depois do uso da TENS, enquanto o grupo placebo não mostrou significância entre seus ciclos de experimentação. A intensidade da dor não sofreu influencia da TENS e do placebo. CONCLUSÃO: Nossos resultados sugerem que a TENS acupuntural aplicada sobre a área dos acupontos TA5 e CS6 é eficaz em aumentar a latência do limiar de dor, mas não interfere na intensidade da dor.

Aplicación de conceptos físicos en la construcción de proyectos

The main objective of this work is to promote knowledge construction from designing projects with students, based on everyday situations or problems, in order to ensure that there is an interest by students to develop the study of a physics concept that allows them to understand the operation of some key element in the development of daily activities. In this proposal we create alternative work environments to the traditional classroom, seeking greater commitment on the part of the students.