La Facultad de Salud De la Universidad de Pamplona con el apoyo del equipo de trabajo representado en los nueve (9) departamentos que la conforman, ha alcanzado Un posicionamiento en la Región gracias a las producciones académicas, científicas y de interacción social, a lo largo de sus once años de existencia; como muestra de esos desarrollos nace la revista Cuidado y Ocupación Humana que hace parte de las emergencias y consolidación de la subjetividad política que han venido adoptando los miembros de la Facultad y que sin lugar a dudas abre sus puertas para convertirse en un escenario de divulgación y visibilidad no solo de los alcances científicos de nuestra Universidad, sino de todos aquellos profesionales formados y en formación que cuenten con producciones dirigidas al análisis, valoración, resolución, innovación o perfeccionamiento del abordaje individual y colectivo en materia de salud.
Nursing care: the fruits of advance care
Nursing care is recognized as a science, discipline, and art, resulting from the interaction between nurse and patient. With the purpose of analyzing its impact on formative practice, a qualitative- descriptive study was carried out using a narrative approach, focused on the care experience provided to a pregnant patient enrolled in the early detection program for pregnancy-related alterations. Data collection was conducted through participant observation, field notes, and the application of nursing knowledge patterns, which made it possible to document actions and reflect on the nurse–patient relationship. The results show that the implementation of anticipatory care promoted significant changes in the patient’s risk behaviors, related to physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions, with a positive impact on maternal- fetal well-being. Furthermore, it was observed that both visible and invisible interventions strengthened the patient’s autonomy, adherence to recommendations, and psychological coping. In conclusion, the study reaffirms the relevance of a holistic and humanized approach in nursing care, highlighting that these practices not only impact the integral health of patients but also enrich the epistemological and disciplinary development of the profession.
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Personality and Healthy Lifestyles in Students of a University Corporation
This study analyzes the relationship between personality variables and quality of life among university students at the regional center in Cúcuta of the parte del centro regional Cúcuta de una Corporación Universitaria, considering the city's context as a border region. It is based on Eysenck's PEN model, which includes three personality dimensions: neuroticism, extraversion, and psychoticism, and incorporates Gray's contributions on behavioral activation and inhibition. A correlational approach with multivariate statistical analysis and logistic regression was applied to a sample of 360 students from various academic programs. The results reveal high levels of anxiety, impulsivity, and emotional instability, as well as denial of personal traits, especially in the neuroticism and psychoticism dimensions. Despite this, students perceive themselves as having a normal lifestyle, adapted to the challenges of the region. Their environment—characterized by poverty, informal labor, and violence—directly affects their psychological well- being and health behaviors. Nonetheless, the student population demonstrates resilience and adaptability, maintaining healthy lifestyles through academic and personal activities aimed at improving their quality of life. The findings show a clear relationship between personality traits, social context, and perceived well- being. This suggests that, despite adversity, these individuals manage to balance emotional and social demands with a positive attitude toward personal and professional development.
Relationship Between Dementia and Performance in Activities of Daily Living in Older People: A Systematic Review
The present study aimed to describe the relationship between dementia and performance in activities of daily living in older adults, considering its impact on autonomy and quality of life. A systematic review was conducted in databases such as PubMed, Scopus, and SciELO, using keywords in both English and Spanish related to older adults, dementia, independence, performance, and activities of daily living. Both institutional studies and full-text reflective articles were included, and a risk of bias assessment was performed through critical reading to ensure the methodological quality of the selected studies. A total of 50 studies that met the inclusion criteria were analyzed. The findings allowed the identification of six predominant types of dementia in the older adult population, including Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia. In addition, levels of dependency in the performance of activities of daily living were categorized, which facilitated the description of the relationship between different types of dementia and the degree of functional impairment in older adults. The results show that dementia directly influences the loss of independence and functional participation, highlighting the importance of personalized, timely, and occupation-centered interventions. These should not only aim to maintain autonomy but also to improve the overall quality of life and holistic well-being of older adults living with dementia.
Strengthening Occupational Safety: Evaluation of the OWAS Method in Administrative and Support Workers at the Paredes Ophthalmology Clinic, San Juan de Pasto.
Biomechanical risk assessment is a key tool to improve the safety and health of workers. This study focuses on the application of the OWAS (Ovako Working Posture Analyzing System) method to identify and mitigate postural risks in administrative and care workers at the Paredes Ophthalmology Clinic, San Juan de Pasto headquarters; as such, this process was developed in three phases: (1) evaluation of work postures and their classification according to the level of risk, (2) implementation of interventions such as active microbreaks, ergonomics training, and restructuring of workstations, and (3) analysis of the results and measurement of the impact of the interventions, where the findings show that 81% of workers maintain an adequate back posture, although 2% require immediate corrective interventions, and the implemented activities proved to be effective in reducing fatigue, improving posture, and decreasing the risks of musculoskeletal injuries
The experience of first-time, multi-pregnant mothers and nursing in newborn care from culture and belief
Introduction: From nursing it is essential to know how much newborn care has changed over the years and how it is provided from different cultural origins, emphasizing the experience as a first-time or multi-pregnant mother and the way in which they have been guided. in the first days of life. Objective: To analyze the experience of first-time pregnant mothers, multi-pregnant mothers and nursing mothers in the care of the newborn from culture and belief in the year 2023-2024. Method: A qualitative-ethnographic investigation was developed, using two semi-structured interviews prepared by the author. Results: It was demonstrated that there is a relationship between the company that the mothers have and the perception they have in the postpartum period, as well as the variety of omens and similarities present in the mothers. On the nursing side, there is a relationship between work experience and the perception of the evolution of care. Conclusions: The evolution of the care provided by nursing is evident, given the constant medical-scientific training and the knowledge and experiences of mothers regarding the care of the newborn is variable, being specifically adopted from the social environment and creating a deep roots. from the same.
Characterization of diagnosed leukemia in pediatric patients aged 5 to 10 years in a E.S.E in Colombia
Leukemia is a malignant disease that frequently affects the pediatric population, characterized by alterations in the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system, and it represents one of the leading causes of childhood mortality. With the purpose of contributing to the understanding of this problem, a study was conducted to characterize the types of leukemia diagnosed in pediatric patients between 5 and 10 years old, treated at the Erasmo Meoz University Hospital in the city of Cúcuta during the years 2021 to 2023, considering risk factors and prevalence in this population. The study followed a quantitative, descriptive, retrospective, and cross- sectional approach, with a non-probabilistic sample determined by previously established inclusion and exclusion criteria. Clinical and sociodemographic variables were included, such as age, weight, height, place of origin, socioeconomic status, and health insurance coverage, as well as correlations between age, type of leukemia, and clinical outcome. The findings showed that the most frequent type was acute lymphoblastic leukemia, followed by acute myeloid leukemia, with no records of chronic leukemias. The most relevant risk factors were associated with family history, genetic disorders, and exposure to viral agents. The prevalence in this group corresponded to 0.29%, with most patients being foreigners, mainly from Venezuela, which highlights the influence of the border dynamics on hospital access and care. This research underscores the need to strengthen epidemiological characterization in order to guide preventive measures and timely healthcare interventions.
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Determination of the incidence of sexually transmitted infections in pregnant women and puerperal adolescents at the erasmo meoz university hospital in the period 2024-2021
STDs are a critical global public health problem. This study sought to determine the incidence of STDs in pregnant and postpartum adolescents admitted to the obstetrics and gynecology service of the Hospital Universitario Erasmo Meoz, a strategic place at regional and international level because it serves a large migrant population, which underscores the need for research and specific interventions. Methodology: This research uses a mixed approach to analyze the incidence of STD in pregnant and postpartum adolescents at the Hospital Universitario Erasmo Meoz. It integrates quantitative and qualitative data, examining demographic and diagnostic characteristics. The aim is to correlate variables such as infectious antecedents and time of diagnosis in order to improve STD management and prevention protocols. Results: At the Hospital Universitario Erasmo Meoz, a high incidence of STD was found in pregnant and postpartum adolescents who met the inclusion criteria, where the incidence had a significant deviation towards syphilis, followed by HIV and AIDS, diagnosed mainly during pregnancy. Conclusion: This study showed a high incidence of syphilis, HIV, AIDS and other STIs in a lower proportion in pregnant and puerperal adolescents, highlighting the need to implement diagnostic tests, management and prevention strategies in this age group.
Impact of Coronavirus on the Mental Health of Collectives: A Narrative Review
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 pandemic on March 11, 2020. Government efforts have focused on implementing strategies to promote people's physical health and prevent virus transmission. However, the implications of the pandemic on the mental health of different groups have been largely overlooked. The objective is to analyze the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on various sectors of society, according to the scientific evidence available in the literature. Materials and Methods: A narrative review was conducted. Three bibliographic sources were consulted: Scielo, LILACS, and PubMed, to find documents published from December 2019 to May 20, 2020. Search equations were used in both Spanish and English: salud mental AND coronavirus, efectos del coronavirus AND salud mental. Results: Anxiety, depression, stress, sleep disorders, and distress were found to be the most frequent symptoms during the pandemic, both in the general population and among healthcare professionals. The review also gathered information on the mental health impact on people diagnosed with mental disorders and the changes in mental health care services. Conclusion: The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted the mental health of the population by disrupting everyday life, with consequences such as isolation, unemployment, and an increase in domestic violence.
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Giant Vascularized Leiomyoma, Multidisciplinary Management: A Case Report
Primary leiomyoma of the lung is a rare benign tumor, of mesodermal origin, representing approximately 2% of all benign lung tumors 1. Leiomyoma is a smooth muscle neoplasm that commonly occurs in the genitourinary system and gastrointestinal tract of the body. Primary pulmonary leiomyoma is rarely reported in the literature. We present the case of a 47-year-old male patient with a clinical picture of approximately 6 months of evolution characterized by NYHA III dyspnea, adynamia, asthenia, and mild pain in the left rib cage. A chest tomography was requested, which reported a solid left lung mass measuring 24 x 13 cm that involved 80% of the left hemithorax, highly vascularized.
Perception of Teachers in Rural Educational Institutions on the School Role of Boys and Girls from 6-11 Years Old in the Context of the Armed Conflict in Catatumbo
The armed conflict in Colombia has been a rather complex problem, affecting society in many ways, including the school environment. Approximately 75 million school-aged children live in countries affected by conflict, including 12 million refugees, whose access to education in low-resource and conflict affected contexts is crucial for their comprehensive development. Therefore, the present study aimed to describe the perception of teachers from rural educational institutions about the school role performance of children aged 6-11 in the context of the armed conflict in Catatumbo. The methodology used was a qualitative phenomenological approach and included the participation of 10 teachers who work with children aged 6 to 11 in an educational institution in Catatumbo, who were given a semi structured interview. The results allowed us to determine the perception of teachers about the school role of children in these conflict zones and to identify educational strategies that teachers apply to support children's school performance, establishing the situations that most influence said performance. In conclusion, the results of the study suggest the importance of implementing educational and psychosocial support strategies that address the specific needs of children in contexts of armed conflict.
Social Support from Nola Pender's Theory for Educational Health Promotion
Introduction: Educacional health promotion and social support emerges as a fundamental pillar for the comprehensive wellbeing of individuals and communities, encompassing a complex web of social, family and educational interactions for the development of healthy and equitable environments. Objective: To analyze social support from the theory of health promotion for the improvement of health dynamics in educational contexts. Method: The research approach is qualitative and the study design is a theoretical review of analytical scientific articles. To achieve this objective, a search was carried out in different databases such as: Sciencedirect, Scielo, Scopus, Springerlink, among others. Result: Social support seen from the perspective of health promotion, includes the formulation of programs and services designed to strengthen the wellbeing of the school community from its physical, social, cognitive and psychological dimensions that manage to mitigate the barriers to access to quality education and strengthen the social fabric of the educational community. Conclusion: Social support is a crucial resource to promote positive behaviors in young people, from the recognition of the biopsychosocial human being in the educational context, which can lead to significant changes in life habits, as a key factor to cultivate healthy individuals and communities.
Social Justice And Occupational Participation With The Diverse Population That Are Deprived Of Liberty In The Penitentiary Center Of Pamplona Norte De Santander
This study aims to identify and analyze the dependent variable in the development of social and occupational justice among individuals deprived of liberty at the Pamplona penitentiary center, located in Norte de Santander. A mixed methodological approach was used. First, a literature review was conducted, including scientific articles, doctoral theses, and undergraduate research projects found in electronic databases such as PubMed, Science Direct, Scielo, and Journal Plus, during the period from February to June 2021. Keywords were defined in both Spanish and English to guide the search. Additionally, a qualitative technique was applied using the Occupational Performance History Interview-II (OPHI-II), which allows for an in depth understanding of the occupational identity and life trajectory of the inmates. This tool includes a semi-structured interview, three rating scales (Occupational Identity, Occupational Competence, and Occupational Behavior Settings), and a format for collecting narrative data. The interview is designed to facilitate a conversational space where participants can share their occupational life stories, providing valuable insights into their social and occupational experiences. The study is framed within the discipline of Occupational Therapy and seeks to contribute to a deeper analysis of the social and occupational conditions of a diverse prison population. Ultimately, it aims to promote social justice within the penitentiary system by identifying the most prevalent needs of this group.
Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder in Primary School Children's School Performance. Document Review
ADHD is a neurobiological disorder that significantly affects the participation and academic functioning of schoolchildren. The research focused on analyzing the influence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder on the academic performance of children in primary school. A qualitative approach was used, at a descriptive level and a documentary review design. The results indicate that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of hyperactivity, impulsivity and lack of attention, which is more intense and severe than that commonly observed in children before the age of 12. These dimensions inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity, are fundamental components of the disorder, therefore, the lack of attention for prolonged periods are indicative of this disorder, manifesting also in a dispersed attention, as a consequence children who present lack of attention have difficulties to focus on a task and can get bored quickly, even after a few minutes, likewise hyperactive children have difficulties to regulate their actions according to the desires of other people or the demands of the environment, finally impulsive children have an affected self-regulation system in certain circumstances and whose actions are impulsive comma are identified as individuals with a deficit in the development of behavioral inhibitory control; In conclusion this deficit entails other elements, such as cognitive difficulties in the way of approaching the resolution of problems such as school dropouts, poor academic performance and a school performance not expected for the academic grade.
Evaluation of the implementation of the kangaroo mother program in a university hospital
The study evaluated the implementation of the Mother Kangaroo Program of the Erasmo Meoz University Hospital in Norte de Santander, Colombia, during 2021-2022. A retrospective observational methodology with a descriptive approach was used, analyzing 1,152 infants with low birth weight and/or prematurity, of which 287 were selected for the study. It was found that most of the infants entered the program with more than 48 hours of life and remained in it for more than 12 months, showing high adherence. The INFANIB neurological battery was applied in more than 50% of the cases and nutritional evaluation in 51%, although almost half of them were not evaluated. Complementary tests were performed in 85% of the cases, but alkaline phosphatase and calcium were not applied in all. Most infants had between 1 and 20 controls during the study. The conclusion suggests that the program largely complies with the parameters established by the Technical Guidelines for Mother Kangaroo Programs in Colombia, with emphasis on the nutrition of preterm or low birth weight infants, updated in November 2017.
Performance of occupational roles of women in prison
*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id="request-WEB:6d8f3e75-dce0-46d1-8380-f725520bf094-2" data-testid="conversation-turn-6" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> Introduction: This article discusses the occupational characteristics of the roles of mother, worker, and student among women deprived of their liberty at the Medium Security Prison and Penitentiary for Women in Bucaramanga. Objective: To explore the occupational characteristics in the roles of incarcerated women. Materials and Methods: A qualitative investigation with a phenomenological design, which allowed for a deep understanding of the women's characteristics. Ten semi-structured interviews were conducted, five of which were applied to women who fulfilled the roles of both mother and student, while the remaining were for women who were mothers and worked within the prison. Results: Despite being deprived of their liberty, women reported that their relationship with their children is optimal, feeling a greater sense of closeness while in prison compared to being outside. However, there is no physical contact with their children due to various factors, such as their children living in other places, family members separating them, or economic hardship. On the other hand, the penitentiary offers educational and labor-related productive activities. Conclusions: Occupation for incarcerated people (PPL) is relevant because it helps mitigate negative thoughts related to confinement and separation from their children. The various work activities carried out in the Integrated Special Educational Cycles (CLEI) provide valuable learning and help in life projection.
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Occupational Therapy Case Proposal Student with Disturbance of Activity and Attention – Anxiety Disorder
Occupational Therapy is essential to address the educational challenges of students with attention and anxiety disorders. This study focuses on a 10 year-old student with a diagnosis of Activity and Attention Disturbance and Anxiety Disorder. A comprehensive assessment tool is used to examine your occupational participation in motor, sensory, cognitive, and psychosocial areas. The evaluation is carried out using the "Occupational Therapy Evaluation Format for the Education area", which allows analyzing various student skills. Gross and fine motor skills, visual-motor coordination, communication skills, and visual perceptual and spatial abilities are observed. Cognitive abilities are also evaluated, especially attention, memory, and participation in academic activities. As relevant results, it is evident that the student shows good motor skills and visual-motor coordination, and is independent in activities of daily living. However, he presents difficulties in attention, memory and solving mathematical problems. Additionally, he faces challenges completing academic tasks due to lack of concentration and difficulty remembering information. In this sense, it is concluded that despite his strengths in daily activities, the student's cognitive difficulties require immediate attention. Implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDA) strategies and strengthening social and family support are key to improving their participation and academic performance. Collaboration with the family can optimize their comprehensive and academic development.
Thematic Review: Stress Levels in Nursing Students, Factors and Coping Measures
To determine the level of stress, factors that cause it and coping strategies of nursing students to face it. Methodology: this research article was carried out by searching for national and international articles. The related investigations are not older than five years and were extracted from recognized databases such as Scielo, Dialnet, Elsevier, Pubmed and indexed journals. Results: it was found that the stress level among the students of the reviewed studies is mostly moderate or medium and only in some cases is it high. A relationship between stress level and academic overload was also found in most articles. However, stress levels vary from one institution to another taking into account factors such as the requirement of the curriculum, extracurricular activities, time to develop academic tasks and clinical practices. Good habits and a healthy lifestyle and having high self-esteem are related to low levels of academic stress. Planning is one of the most used coping strategies. Conclusion: academic overload, along with the lack of time to complete university activities, usually triggers stress. The health sciences curricula are usually very demanding, with a large amount of theoretical content in basic and preclinical sciences, with a lot of face to-face activity, as well as various non-face-to face activities, which causes episodes of moderate stress.
Logical Mathematical Processes, a Therapy in Speech Therapy
The speech therapist within the disciplinary area such as language, covers the teaching-learning methods of mathematics from its logical processes, subsequent development of formal operations. Starting from the fundamental basis of the constructivist theory of various authors in mathematical processes. The research process begins in a first stage with the history of art on the development of logical-mathematical processes in childhood, once the development age is established, the evaluation processes in children aged 4 to 7 years are established through a systematic review. , in the second stage the evaluation format is carried out that is applied in a population of approximately 180 students from preschool to fifth grade, with the results and based on the theoretical findings, the third stage begins which is the construction of a primer of intervention that is related to speech therapy where the design of strategies for infants aged 4 to 7 years is proposed, and their implementation in the development of logical-mathematical processes through the basic evolutionary activities that children must start in their family nuclei and later with the help of their educators. The intervention strategy is aimed at the development of logical thinking as a basis in the development of school skills. Which is strengthened with the created primer and the proposal of the creation of a software that adapts to the new technological education.
Reading, writing and comprehension: a possible challenge in virtual learning environments.
For a long time, experts and teachers have focused specifically on the teaching of reading, writing and comprehension, since they are fundamental for the school success and academic future of students who are not always facilitated in this domain. Precisely, this text originates from a study carried out at the Cazuca de Soacha Educational Institution with the purpose of improving these skills in first grade students using the online educational tool "Ludiletras" as support in the classroom. This study is situated within a qualitative methodology and the pedagogical action research (PAI) method, which aims to understand educational phenomena from a comprehensive perspective. 36 students participated in the sample, using different methods and tools to collect information, such as observation, recording notes in the field and diagnostic tests. This made possible an effective compilation of the investigations, thus generating reliable results that allowed the processing of the information and its corresponding analysis by triangulation. Likewise, this methodological triangulation approach allowed for greater comparison of the data collected, reducing risks of bias and guaranteeing the coherence of the results, which revealed findings that were grouped into four categories. Existing Lag (RE), Hidden Lag (RO), Common or Repetitive Lag (RCR) and Deep Lag (RP)..
Vocational Interests and Skills that Influence the Occupational Choice of Adolescents in Conflict with the Law
The research was conducted with the objective of determining vocational interests and abilities that influence the occupational choice of adolescents in conflict with the law of the NGO Crecer en Familia. To achieve this, a quantitative approach study was employed, with a field and descriptive design, with a representative sample of 67 beneficiaries belonging to the Specialized Care Center and a sample of 20 adolescents enrolled in 9th, 10th, and 11th grades of formal education levels. To obtain the data, the population was characterized by applying the following instruments: Inventory of Professional Interests (IPP), Assessment of Motor and Processing Skills (AMPS), Comprehensive Occupational Therapy Evaluation Scale (COTE), and Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). The results showed that adolescents in conflict with the law are interested in performing activities not associated with formal and/or informal education in predominant professional fields such as economic-business, administrative, sports, and manual mechanics. Regarding interest in professions, they are associated with professional fields in which the beneficiaries would like to participate in formal and informal education contexts to work, finding: economic business and manual mechanics. It can be concluded that the population has difficulty in setting long-term goals and projects complying with protocols and procedures established for the acquisition of professional knowledge, which is why activities that can be carried out empirically are more appealing.
Since past centuries, women were represented as weak and morally superior, but intellectually incapable of competing in the world of men, reinforcing the values associated with marriage, motherhood and family life. This in turn caused a difference in the educational environment, where girls learned useful things for their future roles as wives and mothers, directly affecting gender roles in daily life in the long term. So, this research project seeks to know and explore what are these social imaginaries that occur today, making use of an in-depth interview, structured in three dimensions: Family, Gender Mandate, Beliefs and values, divided into a total of 18 items. Thus, as future psychologists who guide the behavioral processes of the human being, it is necessary to empower the feminine role in society, since according to the exploration that was made of the imaginaries of the participants, there are still male chauvinist thoughts, reification of the sex and misogyny, thus diminishing the prejudices that exist of women as caretakers of the home, strengthening equality. Subsequently an analysis of the acquired results is made, in terms of the in depth interview, the focus group and the non participant observation, evidencing an evolution in the perception of the female role in the university students, having as a priority the self-realization of their professional achievements and finding that the main factor for the maintenance of beliefs and stereotypes occurs in family environments.
Reflection Article: Psychological Effects on Women Victims of Sexual Violence
This article reflects on sexual violence and the psychological effects, persuasions in victims of sexual abuse and nursing theories, on the theoretical basis of the different authors that highlight some conceptual implications of the comprehension component. Sexual violence is a very common phenomenon in today's societies, which generates irreparable damage in the people who suffer it, causing feelings of sadness, anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, suicide attempts and also leaves significant consequences in the interpersonal and family relationships, which limit the full development of the life cycle of these women who are victims of this type of violence. This topic review article has the general objective of determining the psychological effects on women victims of sexual violence and how it affects their general well-being, however, through this article it is intended to inform about the psychological damage generated by sexual violence in women. The alternative is proposed as a perspective psychological effects on women victims of sexual violence in mental health approaches.
Clinical Case: Physical deconditioning due to consequences of metastatic cancer
This clinical case presents a patient diagnosed with malignant stomach tumor and multiple comorbidities, including hypertension, diabetes mellitus, irritable bowel syndrome, hypothyroidism, and digestive hemorrhage, which significantly affected the digestive system and overall quality of life. The occupational therapy intervention began with a comprehensive assessment and the use of standardized evaluation formats, allowing the identification of needs, interests, and residual capacities. Based on this, follow-up plans and purposeful activities were designed to enhance occupational performance, promoting improvements in motor skills, processing abilities, sensory functions, and neuromusculoskeletal functions, with the goal of increasing independence in activities of daily living. The results demonstrated progress not only in functional performance but also in the patient’s emotional well-being and motivation, achieved through a personalized, occupation-centered approach with active participation. Family support, especially from the patient’s children, played a crucial role in implementing self-care strategies at home, strengthening continuity of the therapeutic process. In conclusion, this case highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and purposeful activities in oncological rehabilitation, underscoring the impact of occupational therapy on functionality, autonomy, and overall quality of life. The findings reinforce occupational therapy as a holistic and individualized intervention capable of addressing both physical and emotional dimensions, thereby supporting recovery and meaningful participation in patients with cancer
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Occupational forms and child labor in migrant children: a multicultural approach
Currently, the high migratory figures represent a risk factor in the incidence of child labor statistics in border areas, affecting the child's participation in occupations according to the stage of development. For this reason, a study was designed that aims to determine the influence of child labor on the occupational forms of school, socio-family interaction and play in migrant children from a multicultural approach, with the aim of designing interventions aimed at minimizing the effects of child labor. Child labor in the participation of the minor's occupational forms. A descriptive and quantitative type of research was implemented, with a fieldwork and correlational design, taking a sample of 40 migrant children in child labor conditions. It was identified that 45.50% of the population presented some problems in the occupational function of the main role and in the forms of life at home, 55.00% presented some problems in the participation of occupational forms of entertainment; concluding that due to the nature of the labor activity, the demands of the occupation exceed the physical and mental capacities of the child, significantly altering their competence and motivation in the significant occupations typical of the stage of the life cycle.
Factors ultraprocessed foods and its effect on the health of drivers of the pamplona norte de santander transportation terminal
The objective of this research is to determine the relationship between the consumption of ultra-processed foods and the effects on the health of the population drivers of the transport terminal of the municipality of Pamplona Norte de Santander, through the application of the instrument frequency questionnaires. consumption with which the relationship between dietary intake and disease or risk factors of the present population is investigated. The three main components of these questionnaires are the list of foods, the frequency of consumption and the size of the consumed portion. The food list should reflect the consumption habits of the study population at the time the data is collected. The frequency of consumption can be asked openly or by offering frequency categories to identify each food that the population consumes, the application of the questionnaires requires the interpretation of the participants in order to have clear and concise concrete information about the diet and thus provide descriptive information qualitative information on food consumption patterns of drivers. The importance of such research basically lies in the fact that it has been established that there is a close link between changes in the diet from real or minimally processed foods to ultra-processed foods and the rates of overweight and obesity and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) related to diet.
Factors associated with non-adherence to treatment in patients with arterial hypertension.
The present project has as a first instance a theoretical review on non-adherence to drug treatment in hypertensive patients and the factors that influence this non-adherence; with a five-year history; The objective of this study is to determine the main factors that influence non-adherence to treatment in patients with hypertension in adulthood and old age, then a measurement instrument focused on hypertensive older adults attending a primary care center was determined. ; in order to establish the type of adherence they maintain on the treatment. The methodology used was carried out through a search for scientific articles in these electronic journals such as: Scielo, PudMed; the Sevier and Google academic in a time of approximately two months, in order to obtain a research of mixed investigative approach. In the results it was analyzed that among the influencing factors we can mention the lack of education on the part of the health personnel, the educational level, the socioeconomic level of the patients; In addition, according to the 5th technical report of the Ministry of Health of 2015, it mentions that: "The increase in prevalence is associated with other factors such as aging that leads to comorbidities, sedentary life, poor eating habits and stress" . In conclusion, one of the main causes of ineffective treatment non-adherence in patients with arterial hypertension is due to inefficient patient follow-up and insufficient knowledge by health professionals about arterial hypertension and its therapy.
Strategies for maintaining the health of the musculoskeletal system from an occupational therapy approach aimed at administrative assistants who use video terminals at the mariana university
With the passage of time, the use of video terminals has become more common within companies to maximize the work, however, currently there is a high rate of occupational diseases and musculoskeletal problems caused by exposure to the risk of dysergonemics due to long periods of time in static form, therefore, this research was conducted through a documentary review and a field research where the overall objective was to develop innovative strategies for maintaining the health of the musculoskeletal system from an Occupational Therapy approach, the present investigation was carried out by means of a documentary review and a field investigation where the general objective was to develop novel strategies for the maintenance of the osteomuscular system health from an Occupational Therapy approach directed to the administrative assistants who use video terminals within the Mariana University, The methodology used was from a quantitative paradigm, with an analytical and descriptive empirical approach, conducting a survey of sociodemographic characteristics and the application of the musculoskeletal exploration protocol, where it was evidenced as a result an affection in workers in body segments such as lumbar area and shoulder, therefore a booklet was designed as a strategy, which contains a series of activities from Occupational Therapy focused on the promotion and maintenance of musculoskeletal health and finally as a conclusion, it highlights the importance of presenting a good health at the musculoskeletal level for the benefit of work performance and it is expected that the proposed activities contribute to the welfare of each worker and the company.
Socio-affective development and its influence on school performance in primary school: an occupational therapy perspective
Objetive: Socio-affective development has been an area of research interest in the area of health, which is why different researchers have dedicated efforts to understanding its impact on the academic performance and well-being of children. In this review, multiple articles have been analyzed that have concluded that this aspect not only affects school performance, but also the experience and integrity of students. Taking the above into account, it addresses the interrelationship between the impact of socio-affective development in childhood and its influence on academic performance, with a special focus on the role of Occupational Therapy in the school environment. To understand this phenomenon, it is essential to define the concept of socio-affective development, which includes the ability to manage emotions and establish positive relationships. According to Piaget (1982), the development of social skills begins with the child's first interactions with his environment. These skills, according to the review carried out, are essential for their social adaptation and comprehensive development. Throughout the article it will be mentioned how occupational therapy can play a crucial role in strengthening these skills in the school environment, creating an environment conducive to optimal learning and development of students.