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- Avaliação das concentrações séricas totais de colesterol em discentes de farmácia do Instituto Politécnico de BragançaPublication . Almeida, Marta Alexandra Figueiredo; Silva, Tânia Manuela Alves; Aragão, Maria Ângela; Pereira, Olívia R.O colesterol é um esteróide endógeno que apesar de essencial ao organismo aparece associado à formação de aterosclerose, quando em concentrações elevadas. Dado que a aterosclerose é considerada um factor de risco importante no desenvolvimento de doenças cardio e cerebrovasculares, torna-se necessário estudar a prevalência da hipercolesterolemia e os hábitos que lhe estão associados. Neste contexto, o presente estudo pretende determinar a prevalência da hipercolesterolemia, assim como descrever e analisar os factores que lhe associados, em discentes de Farmácia do Instituto Politécnico de Bragança (IPB). Para tal, foram seleccionados aleatoriamente 32 estudantes do 1º e 4º anos do Curso de Farmácia do IPB para um estudo do tipo descritivo, transversal, de natureza quantitativa e centrado em valores obtidos num rastreio da análise sérica de colesterol total (CT), e nas respostas obtidas através da aplicação de um questionário de auto-preenchimento, anónimo e voluntário. Os dados foram posteriormente sujeitos a tratamento estatístico através do programa SPSS 13.0 (Statistical Package for Social Sciences). Neste estudo verificou-se que a média de CT foi de 197,6±43,542 mg/dL. O sexo masculino apresentou níveis de colesterol mais baixos com médias que o sexo feminino, com médias de 174,33 e 200,78 respectivamente, permitindo concluir que o sexo tem influência sobre os níveis de CT. De todas as variáveis analisadas, além do “sexo”, apenas o consumo de salsichas/linguiça revelou associação com as concentrações séricas elevadas de CT. Relativamente à idade verificou-se uma maior prevalência de hipercolesterolémia em idades ≥ 20 anos, notando-se ainda, uma maior média para os alunos que frequentam o 4ºano coomparativamente aos do 1ºano (190,59 e 203,53, respectivamente). Ainda, os alunos que fazem as refeições em casa apresentam CT mais elevado do que aqueles que fazem as suas refeições noutros locais, permitindo concluir que, a falta de tempo para as refeições proporciona uma alimentação à base de comida rápida, mais rica em colesterol. A presente investigação permitirá alertar para os factores associados à hipercolesterolemia na comunidade académica, de modo a estabelecer medidas para prevenção dos níveis elevados de CT, promovendo a reeducação alimentar e o incentivo à prática de exercício físico.
- Evaluation of serum concentrations of total cholesterol in Pharmacy students of Instituto Politécnico de BragançaPublication . Pereira, Olívia R.; Silva, Tânia Manuela Alves; Almeida, Marta Alexandra Figueiredo; Aragão, Maria ÂngelaHypercholesterolemia is a factor involved in the development of atherosclerosis, which is related to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, the two main causes of death in the world. The aim of the study was determined the prevalence of hypercholesterolemia in Pharmacy students from the Instituto Politécnico de Bragança (IPB) and described and analyze the risk factors associated. From a random sample of four classes of the course of Pharmacy from IPB, were selected for this study two years (1º and 4º years), with 32 students in each class. The descriptive, cross-sectional and quantitative study was carried out by application of a screening of cholesterol levels, and with a self-completion questionnaire. The data were subjected to statistical treatment through the program SPSS 16.0. This study found that the average of total cholesterol (TC) was 197.06 ± 43.542 mg/ dL. The men had lower levels of cholesterol (174.33 mg/ dL) than females (200.78 mg/ dL) indicating the sex has influence on the levels of cholesterol. Hypercholesterolemia was more prevalent at ages ≥ 20 years, with higher average for students attending the 4th year (203.53 mg/ dL) than those attending the 1st year (190.59 mg/ dL). Concerning food, only the consumption of sausages showed association with serum concentrations of TC. Aditionally, students who make meals at home have higher CT than those who make their meals elsewhere (200.49 and 183.62 mg/ dL, respectively), allowing to conclude that the lack of time for meals provides a power based on fast food, rich in cholesterol. The high levels of TC obtained in young students alert the need for control the cholesterol levels and also take action with regard to food and physical exercise.
- Evaluation of serum concentrations of total cholesterol in Pharmacy students of Instituto Politécnico de BragançaPublication . Pereira, Olívia R.; Silva, Tânia Manuela Alves; Almeida, Marta Alexandra Figueiredo; Aragão, Maria ÂngelaHypercholesterolemia is a factor involved in the development of atherosclerosis, which is related to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, the two main causes of death in the world. The aim of the study was determined the prevalence of hypercholesterolemia in Pharmacy students from the Instituto Politécnico de Bragança (IPB) and described and analyze the risk factors associated. From a random sample of four classes of the course of Pharmacy from IPB, were selected for this study two years (1º and 4º years), with 32 students in each class. The descriptive, cross-sectional and quantitative study was carried out by application of a screening of cholesterol levels, and with a self-completion questionnaire. The data were subjected to statistical treatment through the program SPSS 16.0. This study found that the average of total cholesterol (TC) was 197.06 ± 43.542 mg/ dL. The men had lower levels of cholesterol (174.33 mg/ dL) than females (200.78 mg/ dL) indicating the sex has influence on the levels of cholesterol. Hypercholesterolemia was more prevalent at ages ≥ 20 years, with higher average for students attending the 4th year (203.53 mg/ dL) than those attending the 1st year (190.59 mg/ dL). Concerning food, only the consumption of sausages showed association with serum concentrations of TC. Aditionally, students who make meals at home have higher CT than those who make their meals elsewhere (200.49 and 183.62 mg/ dL, respectively), allowing to conclude that the lack of time for meals provides a power based on fast food, rich in cholesterol. The high levels of TC obtained in young students alert the need for control the cholesterol levels and also take action with regard to food and physical exercise.
- Occupational stress in community pharmacy professionals - cross sectional studyPublication . Pinto, Daniela; Oliveira, kayabí; Almeida, Marta Alexandra Figueiredo; Nascimento, Luís; Costa, Xavier TaboadaThe study of mental health in health professionals, including community pharmacy professionals, is relevant due to their continuous exposure to emotionally stressful situations (1). Work-related stress, burnout and intense routine significantly affect the quality of life (2)(3). Objective: To assess the stress levels of pharmacy professionals in the Bragança and Lisbon districts, different regions from Portugal, analysing the influence of sociodemographic and professional variables. Methodology: Quantitative, cross-sectional, descriptive and correlational study with 127 community pharmacy professionals’ participants. A questionnaire was used, including the QSO-VG scale for assessing stress. The data were analyzed using SPSS, with appropriate tests applied according to the variables: Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Kruskal-Wallis, Mann-Whitney, and t’Student. Results: The stress average results show similar levels of stress: Bragança (1.78 points) and Lisbon (1.82 points). The main causes for stress were lack of time with family and friends (score above 2.3), work overload, inadequate salary and negative attitudes from users. Interpersonal conflicts, lack of professional progression and imbalance between personal and professional life were also highlighted as causes of stress. Only the gender showed a significant association with stress, in Bragança, men were more stressed (2.04 points), while in Lisbon, women (1.92 points). The other variables, such as age, marital status, children, profession, pathology, physical exercise and salary, showed no significant relationship. Conclusion: There was no significant stress level’s difference between different regions from Portugal. However, stress levels are significant in these regions, and it is necessary to improve working conditions and reduce the workload of the pharmacy professional’s community.
- Occupational stress in community pharmacy professionals: a cross-sectional studyPublication . Pinto, Daniela; Oliveira, Kayabí; Almeida, Marta Alexandra Figueiredo; Nascimento, Luís; Costa, Xavier TaboadaThe study of mental health in health professionals, including community pharmacy professionals, is relevant due to their continuous exposure to emotionally stressful situations. Work-related stress, burnout and intense routine significantly affect the quality of life. Objective: To assess the stress levels of pharmacy professionals in the Bragança and Lisbon districts, different regions from Portugal, analysing the influence of sociodemographic and professional variables. Methods: Quantitative, cross-sectional, descriptive and correlational study with 127 community pharmacy professionals’ participants. Data were collected through a questionnaire with two parts: one for sociodemographic variables (gender, age, marital status, number of children, professional role, chronic illness, physical activity, and salary), and the second for assessing stress using the QSO-VG scale. Results: Stress levels were similar between Bragança (1.78) and Lisbon (1.82). The main reported causes of stress included lack of time with family and friends, work overload, inadequate salary, and negative attitudes from users. Only gender showed a statistically significant association with stress: men reported higher stress levels in Bragança (2.04), while women reported higher levels in Lisbon (1.92). No significant associations were found with the other sociodemographic variables studied. Conclusion: There was no significant stress level’s difference between different regions from Portugal. However, stress levels are significant in these regions, and it is necessary to improve working conditions and reduce the workload of the pharmacy professional’s community.