REPOSITÓRIO P.PORTO
Scientific Repository of the Porto Polytechnic
Recent Submissions
Ferramentas digitais de ensino a distância em saúde: Um curso de formação para docentes do ensino superior
Publication . Almeida, Raquel Simões de; Trigueiro, Maria João; Simões de Almeida, Raquel; Trigueiro, Maria João
A utilização de métodos de ensino à distância, de forma exclusiva ou integrada num modelo híbrido, tem vindo a ganhar mais destaque, nomeadamente nas ciências da saúde. Contudo, nem todos os docentes sabem utilizar ferramentas para a conceção e implementação de cursos a distância. Este trabalho apresenta o desenvolvimento e implementação do microcurso "Ferramentas Digitais de Ensino a Distância em Saúde", voltado para a capacitação de docentes do ensino superior. O curso estruturouse em cinco módulos, combinando atividades síncronas e assíncronas ao longo de um mês. Entre os temas abordados, destacam-se: educação digital e modelos pedagógicos virtuais, ferramentas digitais para comunicação e colaboração, desenvolvimento de experiências de aprendizagem interativas, avaliação em ambientes digitais e inovações na educação a distância. O objetivo foi capacitar docentes para integrar eficazmente tecnologias digitais no ensino em saúde, promovendo a literacia digital e contribuindo para a democratização do acesso a uma educação de qualidade.
Foreword to the special section on Recent Advances in Graphics and Interaction (RAGI 2023)
Publication . Sá, Vítor J.; Marto, Anabela; Silva, Paula Alexandra; Chalmers, Alan; Sá, Vítor J.
This special section on Recent Advances in Graphics and Interaction features the papers submitted to Computers & Graphics and presented at the 2023 edition of the International Conference on Graphics and Interaction (ICGI’2023), which was held on November 2 and 3, 2023 at Tomar, as a joint organization between the Polytechnic University of Tomar and the Eurographics Portuguese Chapter (GPCG). The ICGI conference focuses on novel ideas in the areas of Computer Graphics, Image Processing, Computer Vision, Information Visualization, and Human-Computer Interaction, as well as related fields such as Virtual and Augmented Reality, Modelling, Rendering, Digital Arts, and Information Visualisation. The conference further aims to bring together and inspire collaboration among practitioners, users, and researchers. This special issue of Computers & Graphics received sixteen submissions, nine of which were accepted for publication after they had been fully peer-reviewed by at least three experts, according to the standards of Computers & Graphics.
Efeitos motores da eletroestimulação transcraniana por corrente contínua associada à fisioterapia em crianças com paralisia cerebral: revisão sistemática
Publication . Horing, Maria Julia Oliveira Caldeira; Festas, Clarinda; Viana, Rui; Santos, Fátima; Santos, Ana Filipa; Santos, Ana Filipa
A paralisia cerebral (PC) é uma das causas mais frequente de disfunções motoras, cognitivas, comunicativas e comportamentais em crianças, originando limitações nas suas vidas. A eletroestimulação transcraniana por corrente contínua (tDCS) é uma técnica nãoinvasiva que emprega uma corrente elétrica de baixa intensidade para modulação dos neurônios cerebraise pode ser aliada a fisioterapia.O objetivoda pesquisa foi analisar os efeitos motores da eletroestimulação transcraniana por corrente contínua em crianças e adolescentes com PC. Foi efetuada uma pesquisa nas bases de dados Pubmed, MEDLINE e Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro). A qualidade metodológica dos diferentes tipos de estudos foi analisada segundo pela escala PEDro. Foram incluídos 4 estudos, com um total de 113 crianças, com idades entre os 5 e os 12 anos de ambos os sexos, com PC espástica em vários níveis, distintas classificações do Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) do I ao III e classificação funcional em nível I ou II do MACS. Os resultados foram positivos nos grupos de intervenção com a eletroestimulação transcraniana por corrente contínua (tDCS). A partir da pesquisa realizada, foi possível constatar que a eletroestimulação transcraniana por corrente contínua (tDCS), quando associada a outras técnicas da fisioterapia, promoveram melhorias significativas nas habilidades motoras de crianças com PC.
Challenges of ICT use for nurse-patient communication in Portugal: a mixed methods research
Publication . Peres, Marlene; Almeida, Raquel Simões de; Moreira, António; Simões de Almeida, Raquel
The future of digital health holds enormous potential to improve communication with patients and optimize the delivery of care. The current study aims to answer the central question of which knowledge, skills, and competencies in the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), health professionals should develop to promote efficient remote communication processes with patients. A mixed-method approach was used for data collection, combining an online survey with semi-structured interviews. The study was structured into four key phases/question groups: professional context, practices related to the use of ICT in patient communication, training needs, and other relevant information. Qualitative data from open-ended responses were analysed using thematic analysis and triangulated with quantitative findings where applicable. The target population consisted of nursing professionals with patient care experience. The survey was distributed electronically, with 194 nurses fully or partially completing the questionnaire. Additionally, 24 interviews were conducted. The data shows that around 25.85% of professionals do not establish distance communication and 95.4% do not use telehealth. Telephone and cellular contact are the most used means of communication with patients (62.60%). Despite the predominance of face-to-face care, 62.5% stated that they do not experience difficulties or concerns, recognizing ICT as an increasingly integrated and advantageous tool for remote communication. Most professionals (80.1%) believe that there should be more training and courses in digital communication with patients and the use of ICT in healthcare, to address gaps in academic training. The growth of telemedicine and the digitalization of healthcare services reinforce the need for continuous professional training in this area. Most professionals have a positive perception of the opportunities created by emerging technologies, but they also express concerns about the ethical, social, safety and technical challenges that need to be addressed. The introduction of mandatory ICT courses in academic education and the implementation of continuous training are essential to prepare professionals for the challenges of telehealth and digital communication in healthcare. They emphasize the need for a well-structured digital transition, ensuring that technologies complement healthcare rather than replace human care.
Development of a pandemic resilience competence model for healthcare professionals—individual and organisational aspects
Publication . Lorenzoni, Nina; Almeida, Raquel Simões de; Wimmer, Daniela; Simbrig, Ines; Simbrig, Ines; Moscon, Veronica; Carnelli, Fabio; Sulkowski, Nadine; Malaka, Elohor Pamela; Schober, Paul; Michel, Katharina; Sá, Vítor J.; Raich, Margit; Sá, Vítor J.; Simões de Almeida, Raquel
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the critical importance of resilience and adaptability at both individual and organisational levels in navigating unprecedented challenges. This study introduces a novel Pandemic Resilience Competence Model, a framework that articulates eight key competences each for individuals and organisations to enhance preparedness and response in pandemic scenarios. Employing a qualitative approach, the research identifies the essential skills and organisational capacities required to mitigate the impacts of pandemics. Using 50 semi-structured interviews with professionals and managers working in healthcare services in Austria, Germany, Italy, Portugal and the United Kingdom, the model provides actionable insights for implementing processes to improve preparedness and response in pandemic scenarios for stakeholders, including policymakers, educators, and organisational leaders. Findings highlight the interdependence of individual and organisational competences, reinforcing the need for integrated strategies to build pandemic resilience. The conclusions advocate for embedding the competences within training and development initiatives, aiming to enhance collective readiness for future global health crises.