Publications by authors named "J C de Holanda"

Article Synopsis
  • Tuberculosis (TB) is a major health issue for children and adolescents in Brazil, but research on treatment outcomes in this demographic is scarce, prompting the study of factors influencing these outcomes.
  • The study analyzed data from over 88,000 children and adolescents with TB from 2001 to 2022, identifying that 10.5% experienced poor treatment outcomes, mainly linked to HIV, substance use, and lack of supervised treatment.
  • Government cash transfer programs appeared to reduce the risk of death from TB, highlighting the importance of social support in improving treatment outcomes.
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Background: Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is a globally prevalent pathogen, with outbreaks occurring in tropical regions. Chronic pain is the main symptom reported and is associated with decreased mobility and disability. Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is emerging as a new therapeutic tool for chronic arthralgia.

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Objective: To clinically validate a terminological subset of the International Classification for Nursing Practice (ICNP®) to care for people with chronic kidney disease undergoing conservative treatment.

Method: Prospective study of clinical validation assessment of 117 nursing diagnoses/outcomes statements and 199 nursing intervention statements. It was operationalized through the following steps: implementation of the Nursing Process in an outpatient clinic in Southeast Brazil; preparation of case studies; analysis of agreement between specialist nurses.

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Background: Syphilis in pregnancy and congenital syphilis are growing public health issues worldwide. Several factors can influence their occurrence in the population. Therefore, understanding the epidemiology of this condition and the factors that influence its occurrence is fundamental for decision-making by clinicians and health managers.

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