E-Acadêmica

Complications of gestational hypertension

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Gestational hypertension represents a public health problem with high rates of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality and is present in 6% to 30% of pregnant women. It is known that HAG complications can be prevented through early diagnosis for high-risk pregnancies, regular prenatal care, individualized assistance, and an effective and rapid referral system. This study aimed to identify the complications of gestational hypertension. An integrative review was conducted based on studies published in journals indexed in the LILACS and EBSCO databases. At the end of the study, it was evident that pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, gestational hypertension, and HELLP syndrome are the most frequent complications of HAG. In this way, the nurse is essential in implementing a specialized and individual care plan, with the aim of humanizing care, aiming at prevention, promotion, and recovery of the health of these pregnant women.

Palliative care in Pediatric Nursing

Michele Fernandes da Silva — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Over the years, childhood cancer has shown a significant improvement in overall survival rates. However, despite this progress, it remains a major cause of death in this population. However, it is often not a question of diseases that cannot be cured, and the best way to promote quality of life during cancer treatment is to introduce palliative care early, aiming to provide attention and care to the child's physical and psychosocial needs and from your family. The purpose of this study is to identify, in scientific productions, nursing interventions for pediatric palliative care, through a narrative literature review through the SCIELO database, carried out between November 2020 and January 2021. The following inclusion criteria were defined: articles in Portuguese, addressing the theme of Palliative Care in Pediatric Oncology, using a time frame from 2012 to 2020, available in the SCIELO databases. Eight articles that met the inclusion criteria were analyzed.

The contribution of Information Technology in the Promotion of preventive behaviors against HIV: An analysis of the youth engagement strategy through the SMS BIZ service in the city of Maputo

Francelino Edson Manuel Murela; Gohlmén Ribaué — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to investigate the relationship between the use of information technology in HIV prevention and the efficacy of SMS BIZ as means of promoting health among young residents in Maputo. The research seeks to understand how this service impacts the adoption of preventive practices by examining the factors for its acceptance, and the challenges faced within the Mozambican context. Furthermore, the study assesses the effectiveness of this technology in disseminating accessible information and its potential to overcome geographical and social barriers. A qualitative approach was adopted, combining direct observation and structured interviews with users, technical staff, and service managers. The data were analyzed through thematic analysis, enabling the recognition of trends, insights, and challenges in young people's interactions with technology. These findings helped shape the strategy for enhancing the implementation and operation of the service. User experiences emphasize that, although information technology contributes significantly to delivering accessible and reliable information on sexual and reproductive health, ongoing technological oversight is required to maintain the service's efficiency. Therefore, it is concluded that, despite advancements in information accessibility, the reduction of taboos, and broader availability of the service, the effectiveness of SMS BIZ still faces operational barriers that hinder its impact. Thus, investing in technological infrastructure, strengthening response capacity, and enhancing technical support are key measures to boost the service and ensure a more consistent impact on preventive behaviors against HIV.

Main challenges and recommendations in the design, implementation and evaluation of Educational Policies in Mozambique

Paula Cristina Sixpence de Sousa; Yazalde Viana Serafina de Sousa — Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This article aims to examine the challenges faced in the design, implementation and evaluation of educational policies in Mozambique, highlighting the difficulties that negatively affect the development of the educational system in the country. Using a qualitative approach based on a literature review, the main barriers faced were analyzed, such as precarious infrastructure, lack of adequate funding, gaps in teacher training, regional and socioeconomic inequalities, and deficient evaluation and monitoring systems. Furthermore, recommendations are provided to overcome these challenges and improve the effectiveness of education policies in Mozambique, such as increasing resources, institutional strengthening, stakeholder engagement, improving monitoring and evaluation systems, and reducing regional disparities.

Internal communication strategy to motivate employees in the performance of their duties

Muanarifa Ali Mussa; Grécia da Nina Eugénio — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The internal communication strategy is to motivate employees to perform their duties. The topic has gained traction within organizations, particularly due to its ability to motivate and encourage employee job satisfaction, which leads to higher levels of commitment and more positive results. Internal communication is now understood from a strategic perspective within contemporary organizations, as it is through communication that information regarding the organization's objectives is transmitted to employees, given their role in achieving them, and systematically influencing the attitudes and behaviors of employees, building a mutual relationship to improve the organization's results. This research aimed to analyze the internal communication strategies for employee motivation. Specific objective: To identify the internal communication strategies used in the institution; to describe the actions that contribute to employee motivation; to relate the internal communication strategies and the motivational actions. Therefore, the methodology used in this article sought to analyze and interpret the existing literature, such as the pathology of shoulder impingement syndrome, and used secondary sources such as research in articles in databases in social sciences, which addressed the proposed theme. For data collection, bibliographic research was used, which was done from the survey of theoretical references already analyzed and published in written and electronic media, such as books, and scientific articles, among others.

Contributions of the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) to the Success of SMEs

Yazalde Viana Serafina de Sousa; Paula Cristina Sixpence de Sousa — Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The general objective of this article is to describe the impact of the contributions of the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) to the success of SME’s. Methodologically, this research is essentially basic, adopting a purely qualitative approach. The interpretation of preferences and attribution of meanings play a crucial role in the research process, in this context, not requiring the application of statistical methods and techniques, since the composition of the present work is based on previously published literary materials, from sources by recognized authors in the field. This allows the researcher to be in direct contact with relevant information, already conditional on the topic, enabling a more in-depth and detailed analysis. Regarding the objectives, this research can be defined as descriptive, as it seeks to understand the relevance of the Balanced Scorecard as a tool for the success of SME’s, explore the benefits of implementing the Balanced Scorecard for the success of SME’s, explain the process the implementation of the Balanced Scorecard for the success of SME’s. Emerging as a necessary approach for the strategic management of SME’s, by providing a structured system that integrates financial and non-financial objectives, ensuring greater alignment between strategy and operations. The BSC application makes it possible to identify organizational priorities, improve internal and external communication, and create an environment conducive to continuous learning and innovation.

Involvement of local leaders in the decision-making process for selecting areas for the implementation of corporate social responsibility projects to adjust priorities: case of the K-Moz quarry in Ribáuè, Nampula, 2020-2023

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aimed to analyze a case study of the involvement of local leaders in the decision-making process regarding the choice of areas for implementing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects at Pedreira K-Moz in Ribáuè, Nampula, between 2020 and 2023. The research investigates how the participation of leaders can influence the adjustment of priorities, ensuring that the company's actions meet the community's real needs. The investigation contains four chapters, namely: Chapter I presents the theoretical framework on Corporate Social Responsibility and community participation, discussing concepts and models of social involvement. Chapter II describes the methodology used, combining qualitative and quantitative approaches, with interviews and questionnaires applied to managers and community leaders. Chapter III is dedicated to analyzing and interpreting the data, demonstrating that, although local leaders participate in discussions, there are still challenges, such as the lack of effective communication and the need for greater inclusion in project planning. Finally, Chapter IV presents suggestions and recommendations, indicating strategies for a more participatory management model aligned with the community's needs. The results indicate that collaboration between companies and communities strengthens the reach of CSR initiatives, improves social impact and contributes to sustainable development.

The Influence of Public sector Reform on the Quality of Service delivery in Baú municipality in Mozambique

Chibalonza Mpenda; Grécia da Nina Eugénio — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study analyzes the impact of public sector reform on the quality of service provide to citizens. the research seeks to understand how structural, organizational, and technological changes affect public services, considering the perspectives of users and employees. In this context, it investigates how administrative reforms influence service quality in the public sector. For this, it uses a qualitive approach based on document analysis and semi-structured interviews with public employees and users/citizens. The results indicate that, although reforms promote efficiency and modernization, challenges related to training, financial resources, and resistance to change still limit improvements in service quality. Reforms may improve operational aspects, but service quality depends on factors such as investment training adequate infrastructure, and policies that ensure equity. The user experience showed that technological changes, although positive, need to be accompanied by implementation still faces obstacles related to professional training, equal access to services, and investment in training. Promoting employee participation in planning changes and ensuring sufficient resources are fundamental strategies for achieving more consistent results.

Digital technologies in Education: Advantages, challenges, and strategies for efficient integration in the Brazilian context

Cidália Alves do Monte — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The present study addresses the advantages, benefits, risks, and strategies for optimizing the use of the digital environment in education, analyzing its implications within the Brazilian educational context. The central objective was to investigate how digital technologies can contribute to the teaching-learning process, identifying both the benefits and challenges associated with their implementation. Methodologically, the research adopted a qualitative approach, with a literature review based on academic sources published between 2019 and 2024, drawing references from databases such as Google Scholar, SciELO, and CAPES Journals. The results showed that digital technologies provide expanded access to information, teaching flexibility, personalized learning, and the development of essential 21st-century skills, such as autonomy, critical thinking, and problem-solving. However, significant challenges persist, including unequal access to technology, inadequate teacher training, data privacy and security risks, and excessive reliance on electronic devices. To overcome these obstacles, strategies such as continuous teacher training, inclusive public policies, effective digital literacy, and the adoption of innovative pedagogical methodologies were suggested. It is concluded that, although digital technologies alone cannot solve the structural problems of education, when critically and sustainably planned and implemented, they have the potential to positively transform the Brazilian educational landscape, preparing students to face contemporary challenges.