Publications by authors named "Rebeca Priscilla de Melo Santos"

Background: Warfarin is an oral anticoagulant that is very useful in preventing thromboembolism, though it is considered a drug with a high risk of causing adverse events. Considering the practical challenges in controlling oral anticoagulation, the patients on warfarin could benefit from educational strategies aimed at behavioral changes, active participation in self-care, and adherence to drug therapy.

Objective: The aim was to construct and validate the EmpoderACO protocol for behavioral changes in warfarin patients.

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Background: Chronic diseases in the Americas account for about 80 % (5.2 million) of all deaths. Instruments are needed to enhance knowledge, skills, behavior change and self-care attitudes drawing on patient autonomy.

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