Raul Juarez-Vela
Dados Biográficos
| ID | 1256377 |
|---|---|
| NOME | Raul Juarez-Vela |
| PRENOMES | Raul |
| SOBRENOME | Juarez-Vela |
| ASSINATURA | JUAREZ-VELA R |
| AFILIAÇÕES | Universidad de La Rioja |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-3597-2048 |
| VERIFICADO | Sim |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 56 |
| TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES | 2 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 56 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2018 |
| ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 1 |
Polypharmacy, multimorbidity, and socioeconomic inequalities in a Spanish region
Background Polypharmacy is closely linked to multimorbidity in older adults, but its distribution may also reflect social inequalities in health. We aimed to describe pharmacological burden and multimorbidity among individuals with polypharmacy in La Rioja, Spain, and to examine their relationship with age, sex, and socioeconomic conditions. Methods This retrospective cross-sectional study included all individuals in La Rioja, Spain, who met the …
Health literacy and self-care in patients with heart failure
Background Health literacy (HL) is recognized as a key determinant in the management of chronic diseases, including heart failure (HF). Adequate HL facilitates understanding and application of health information, promoting effective self-care and improved clinical outcomes. In contrast, low HL is associated with poorer disease control, higher hospitalization rates, and increased mortality. Despite its importance, the relationship between HL and s…
Vascular access in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with non-shockable rhythms—a retrospective observational study of the intravenous versus intraosseous approach
Introduction Early vascular access is a key component of advanced life support in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA), particularly in patients with non-shockable rhythms, in whom early adrenaline administration is recommended. However, the comparative clinical impact of intravenous (IV) versus intraosseous (IO) access in this setting remains uncertain. This study aimed to compare IV and IO vascular access in patients with OHCA and non-shockabl…
Psychometric Properties and Cultural Adaptation of the Spanish Version of the LGBTQ+ Healthcare Experiences Scale
Determination of the Optimal Cutoff Point for the ChemSex Inventory (CSI) to Assess Chemsex-Related Mental Health Risk in Men Who Have Sex with Men
Chemsex poses growing psychological and behavioural risks among men who have sex with men (MSM). Although the Chemsex Inventory (CSI) was developed to assess these risks, clinical cutoff points distinguishing recreational use from pathological patterns remain undefined. This study aimed to determine optimal CSI cutoff points to identify profiles of increased psychological and behavioral vulnerability associated with chemsex. A cross-sectional stu…
Gay affirmative practices among healthcare professionals in Poland and Spain
Introduction Healthcare professionals play a critical role in providing affirmative care to gay and lesbian patients. However, their attitudes and practices can vary significantly depending on cultural and educational contexts. This study aimed to evaluate differences in affirmative practices among healthcare professionals in Poland and Spain, focusing on their approach to these patient groups, utilizing the Gay Affirmative Practice (GAP) Scale, …
Obesity
The global rise in obesity presents significant challenges for emergency medical services (EMS), particularly in prehospital care settings. This narrative review examines the multifaceted impact of obesity on emergency interventions, focusing on airway management, resuscitation, vascular access, pharmacological considerations, transport logistics, and point-of-care ultrasound. Evidence indicates that excess adipose tissue alters the biomechanics …
Podcasting
Introducción: El podcasting se ha configurado como un recurso educativo, empleado por los docentes para la mejora de la transmisión de conocimientos y contenidos académicos. Objetivos: Analizar la utilización de una colección de pódcast –Xpódcast– en la docencia del Grado en Enfermería, estudiando los patrones de consumo y la satisfacción de los estudiantes con este recurso. Metodología: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo transversal aplicado a un…
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Clinical Competence of Medical Professionals in Poland
Introduction LGBT + individuals in Poland frequently encounter significant barriers to receiving appropriate and respectful healthcare. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical competence of Polish healthcare professionals in providing care to LGBT + patients and to identify sociodemographic factors influencing these competencies. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional study involving 123 healthcare professionals from various healthcare settings…
Psychometric Properties and Cultural Adaptation of the Polish Version of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Development of Clinical Skills Scale (LGBT- DOCSS-PL)
People from the LGBT+ community often face unique healthcare disparities, including barriers to accessing appropriate and respectful care. The purpose of this study was to test the psychometric properties of the Polish-language version of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Development of Clinical Skills Scale (LGBT- DOCSS-PL). Before testing its psychometric properties, the LGBT-DOCSS was translated and adapted from the original English …
Psychometric properties and cultural adaptation of the Polish Version of the Gay Affirmative Practice Scale
Introduction: The lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people often face unique medical disparities, including obstacles to accessing adequate and respectful care. The purpose of this study was to test the psychometric properties(internal consistency, reliability, and factor structure) of the Polish-language version of the Gay Affirmative Practice Scale (GAP-PL). Material: The study was conducted over a 6-month period in 2023, from Febr…
Descriptive study on substance uses and risk of sexually transmitted infections in the practice of Chemsex in Spain
Background: In recent years, there has been an increasing use of sex-related substances (known as "Chemsex") to facilitate, intensify, and prolong the sexual experience of men who have sex with men. This phenomenon poses a public health problem, increasing the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and mental disorders. Objective: The primary aim of this study was to delve into the correlation between substance use and sexual health, spec…
A reliable and valid tool to assess the sexual acceptability of contraceptive methods
Introduction Adequate identification of the sexual acceptability of contraceptive methods is key for designing health promotion interventions, assessing their impacts, and increasing their effectiveness. This study aimed to develop and validate a questionnaire to explore the preferences of women depending on their epidemiological characteristics and their partner relationships—the Sexual Acceptability of Contraceptive Methods Questionnaire [in Sp…
Evaluation of the impact of “speak out” and “human libraries” educational methodologies on nursing students' attitudes toward immigration
Introduction: Measuring and understanding attitudes toward migrants is crucial in Health Sciences professionals. Nursing students, as future professionals in the healthcare system, must be comprehensively trained and prepared from the undergraduate level to effectively face the challenges of caring for health and disease processes in an increasingly globalized world. Our study aims to determine the level of attitudinal change in nursing students …
Approximation to the economic cost of healthcare for hypertensive patients diagnosed with Covid-19
Introduction Many researchers have focused their studies on hypertension due to its over-representation among COVID-19 patients. Both retrospective and observational studies conducted close to the Wuhan area have reported that hypertension is the most common comorbidity observed in patients affected by COVID-19. Objective Our objective is that patients with arterial hypertension have a worse prognosis in terms of evolution leading to higher costs…
Systematic preoperative approach for bariatric surgery, perioperative results, and economic impact
Introduction: Obesity is a complex systemic condition, involving numerous anatomical and metabolic changes. Therefore, a comprehensive preoperative assessment is essential for each patient contemplating bariatric surgery. Objetive: This study presents the findings of a proposed protocol designed to streamline the pre-anesthesia consultation process. Our aim was to compare the efficiency and costs of consultations guided by the protocol with those…
Psychometric properties of the Spanish version of the media health literacy questionnaire (MeHLit-SV)
Introduction: Media health literacy emerges as a response to the vast array of informational disorders prevalent in media communications. Given the absence of a measurement tool for this type of literacy in Spanish-speaking communities, the aim of the present study is to conduct a cross-cultural adaptation of the Media Health Literacy (MeHLit) questionnaire into Spanish and to analyze its psychometric properties in a sample of nursing students. M…
Epidemiology, use, and practice of the intraosseous route in an out-of-hospital emergency department
Introduction: The Spanish Emergency Medical Services, according to the model we know today, were formed during the 80s and 90s of the 20th century. The Health Emergency Service (EMS), 061 La Rioja, began to assist the population of La Rioja in November 1999. An essential part of the mission of the SES is the provision of care and the transfer of critical patients using advanced life support unit (ALSU) techniques. In daily practice, out-of-hospit…
Health equity in urban and rural settings
The physical, social, and economic characteristics of neighborhoods and municipalities determine the health of their residents, shaping their behaviors and choices regarding health and well-being. Addressing local environmental inequalities requires an intersectoral, participatory, and equity-focused approach. Community participation plays a vital role by providing deeper insights into local contexts, integrating community knowledge and values in…
Factors related with nursing students’ health literacy
Background Nursing professionals have a crucial role in promoting health literacy in health services, so it is necessary to ensure health literacy skills in future health professionals. Objective The objective of the study was to examine the health literacy of nursing students and its associated factors. Methods A cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out on 460 nursing students. For data collection, a semi-structured questionnaire was ob…
Effectiveness of a blended learning intervention in cardiac physiotherapy. A randomized controlled trial
Background Blended learning (BL) combines both face-to-face learning (FL) and online learning. This study aims to compare the effectiveness of a BL intervention vs. a FL intervention in relation to the knowledge, competencies, satisfaction, perceptions, usability, and BL acceptance of physiotherapy students. Methods An assessor-blinded randomized trial was performed. A total of 100 students were randomly allocated to either the BL group (BLG, n =…
“Coagulation”
Introduction: Coagulopathy associated with isolated traumatic brain injury (C-iTBI) is a frequent complication associated with poor outcomes, primarily due to its role in the development or progression of haemorrhagic brain lesions. The independent risk factors for its onset are age, severity of traumatic brain injury (TBI), volume of fluids administered during resuscitation, and pre-injury use of antithrombotic drugs. Although the pathophysiolog…
Health-related behaviors and symptoms of anxiety and depression in Spanish nursing students
Student nurses could benefit from the implementation of both physical and mental health promotion initiatives
Nomophobia in university students during Covid-19 outbreak
Introduction: Currently, access to the Internet through smartphones has led to their functions going beyond purely communicative ones, allowing the management of massive, instantaneous, and easily accessible information. This research analyzed the differences in smartphone use and the prevalence of nomophobia, mainly according to gender and university degree of Health Sciences students at the University of Zaragoza during the COVID-19 confinement…
Mental health knowledge and classroom experiences of school teachers in Aragon, Spain
Background: Research shows that many mental disorders begin in childhood but are sometimes not diagnosed until later years. School-age children spend much of their time in schools and have daily interactions with school teachers. Aim: Examine school teachers' experiences of mental disorders in school going children and adolescents and their associated mental health training needs. Method and sample: A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried…
Psychometric Properties and Cultural Adaptation of the Polish Version of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Development of Clinical Skills Scale (LGBT- DOCSS-PL)
People from the LGBT+ community often face unique healthcare disparities, including barriers to accessing appropriate and respectful care. The purpose of this study was to test the psychometric properties of the Polish-language version of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Development of Clinical Skills Scale (LGBT- DOCSS-PL). Before testing its psychometric properties, the LGBT-DOCSS was translated and adapted from the original English …
Entorno de práctica profesional en enfermería
Un entorno de práctica profesional en enfermería (EPPE) es el que promueve, facilita u obstaculiza al personal de enfermería para prestar cuidados de calidad, además de incrementar la seguridad y bienestar de los pacientes y de sus profesionales. Construir entornos positivos fomenta la excelencia de la organización, optimiza los resultados y mejora la percepción y satisfacción del usuario. En numerosos países se ha podido constatar que determinad…
Sleep Quality in Patients with Heart Failure in the Spanish Population
Background : Heart failure is a major problem in western societies. Sleep Disorders maintain a bidirectional relationship with heart failure, as shown by studies conducted in other countries. This study aims to describe the quality of sleep in Spanish patients with heart failure. Materials and methods : We carried out a cross-sectional study to analyze the quality of sleep in a sample of 203 patients with a diagnosis of heart failure admitted to …
Care Dependency in Patients with Heart Failure
Background : Heart failure (HF) is a progressive and debilitating condition that represents an ever-growing problem for health systems worldwide. HF patients feel that they are a burden on their families, they feel socially isolated and have a low perception of their health. Accordingly, the objectives of this study were to: (1) to explore the profile of care dependency in a representative sample of Spanish HF patients through the Care Dependency…
Risk of Falling and Associated Factors in Older Adults with a Previous History of Falls
Falls in the elderly are one of the main geriatric syndromes and a clear indicator of fragility in the older adult population. This has serious consequences, leading to an increase in disability, institutionalization and death. The purpose of this cross-sectional study was to analyze the prevalence of risk of falling and associated factors in a population of 213 non-institutionalised, able older adults with a history of falling in the previous ye…
Resilience Scale Psychometric Study. Adaptation to the Spanish Population in Nursing Students
Nursing students and professionals are exposed to highly stressful clinical situations. However, when confronted with stress, which is exacerbated by academic and professional situations, there is a great disparity between those who do not know how to respond suitably to the demands from patients or teachers due to a lack of competence and personal resistance, and those who are more resilient and develop a greater range of strengths. This researc…
The Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety and Stress and Their Associated Factors in College Students
We found a moderate prevalence of depression, anxiety and stress symptoms in our population. Interventions aimed at promoting mental health among college students should be implemented
Relationship between Determinants of Health, Equity, and Dimensions of Health Literacy in Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
Background : Health literacy (HL) has been linked to empowerment, use of health services, and equity. Evaluating HL in people with cardiovascular health problems would facilitate the development of suitable health strategies care and reduce inequity. Aim: To investigate the relationship between different dimensions that make up HL and social determinants in patients with cardiovascular disease. Methods : Observational, descriptive, cross-sectiona…
Qualitative Analysis by Experts of the Essential Elements of the Nursing Practice Environments Proposed by the TOP10 Questionnaire of Assessment of Environments in Primary Health Care
Background: A short TOP10 scale based on the Practice Environment Scale-Nursing Work Index questionnaire measures the characteristics of nursing work environments. Positive environments result in better quality care and health outcomes. Objective: To identify a small number of core elements that would facilitate more effective interventions by nurse managers, and compare them with the essential elements proposed by the TOP10. Method: Qualitative …
Association between Life Skills and Academic Performance in Adolescents in the Autonomous Community of Aragon (Spain)
We argue that life skills should be integrated into educational policies in order to improve the academic performance and health outcomes of students
Perceived Stress in Relation to Quality of Life and Resilience in Patients with Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease Undergoing Hemodialysis
Background : Patients with chronic kidney disease undergo various stages of therapeutic adaptation which involve lifestyle modifications, physical changes, and adjustment to renal replacement therapy. This process produces adaptive stress. Objective: To identify how resilience, health- related quality of life, and sociodemographic, clinical, and hemodialysis routine-related variables are related to perceived stress in patients with chronic kidney…
Blood Donations and Transfusions during the Covid-19 Pandemic in Spain
Worldwide, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a decline in blood donations, between 30% and 70% in some of the most affected countries. In Spain, during the initial eight weeks after the State of Emergency was decreed on 14 March 2020, in the weekly reports of the Health Ministry, an average decrease of 20% was observed between 11 and week 25 compared with the 2018 donation. We aimed to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on blood donat…
Healthy Lifestyle and Academic Performance in Middle School Students from the Region of Aragón (Spain)
A healthy lifestyle is important to the present and future development and health of school age people. This study aims to analyze the relationship between daily lifestyle habits and academic performance in a sample of adolescents from the autonomous community of Aragon (Spain). We performed a cross-sectional study to analyze the lifestyle habits and academic performance of a total of 1745 7th and 8th grade middle school students during the acade…
Transcultural Adaptation and Validation of the Spanish Version of the Sexual Satisfaction Scale for Women (SSS-W-E)
The SSS-W in its Spanish version is a valid and reliable tool to assess sexual satisfaction in Spanish women of reproductive age and, therefore, can be used both in clinical practice and for the investigation of sexual health
Study of the Strengths and Weaknesses of Nursing Work Environments in Primary Care in Spain
Interventions by nurse managers in primary health care should focus on improving identified weaknesses to improve quality of care and health outcomes
Psychometric Properties and Cultural Adaptation of the Polish Version of the Healthy Lifestyle and Personal Control Questionnaire (HLPCQ)
The Polish version of the Healthy Lifestyle and Personal Control Questionnaire (HLPCQ) has good characteristics of factorial validity and can be used in clinical practice and research
Psychological Impact on the Nursing Professionals of the Rioja Health Service (Spain) Due to the Sars-CoV-2 Virus
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant psychological impact on health professionals in terms of stress, emotional well-being, and the use of coping strategies. Female health professionals with dependents, a temporary contract, and less work experience have been more psychologically affected
Clinical and sociodemographic profile of acute intoxications in an emergency department
Background Epidemiological studies about acute poisoning are useful for developing clinical toxicology, especially those carried out in hospital emergency departments. We aimed to evaluate acute intoxication clinical and sociodemographic profile in South Aragon Hospital, Spain. Methods We carried out a retrospective cross-sectional study. We included 442 patients treated for acute poisoning in the emergency department during the 3 years 2015–2018…
Approximation to the Consumption of Healthcare Resources and the Economic Cost of Sars-CoV-2 Patient Management
Spain has become one of the countries most affected by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), with the highest testing rates, and one of the worst-performing countries in the fight against the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic. There are no studies related to the consumption of health resources and the economic cost of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. We present a retrospective analysis of 9,811 (Primary Care and Hospital) …
Effectiveness of Early Warning Scores for Early Severity Assessment in Outpatient Emergency Care
Clinical and Epidemiological Approach to Delirium in an Acute Care Unit
During hospital admissions, the union of various factors, those related to acute pathology, dependency conditions, cognitive impairment, change of habitual environment, and others, can cause delirium. Acute delirium in the elderly (ADE) occurs in around a third of patients over 70 years of age. The syndrome generates serious complications that increase hospital morbidity and mortality and a high cost for the health administration. This study aime…
Properties of the Spanish Version of the Place Standard Tool
(1) Background: The social determinants that maintain health inequalities are organized in the physical, social, and economic contexts of neighborhoods and municipalities. Their characteristics influence the behaviors and choices of the people living in them, with an impact on their health and well-being. In recent years, several local applications and urban development tools have been designed to learn how to promote the development of health an…
The Association between Nutritional Status and Length of Hospital Stay among Patients with Hypertension
The study revealed that with regard to the nutritional status of hypertensive patients, being either underweight or obese was associated with longer LOS. Additional factors that related to prolonged LOS were lower LDL and HDL levels and higher CRP concentrations
Clinical and Sociodemographic Profile of Psychomotor Agitation in Mental Health Hospitalisation
Psychomotor agitation is characterised by an increase in psychomotor activity, restlessness and irritability. People with psychomotor agitation respond by over-reacting to both intrinsic and extrinsic stimuli, experiencing stress and/or altered cognition. The objective of this study is to assess the clinical and sociodemographic profile of psychomotor agitation in patients with severe mental disorders. The study was carried out in Spain by means …
Predictors of the Quality of Life of University Students
Many sociodemographic, academic and behavioral variables are associated with university students' QOL. The present findings underscore the need to direct further initiatives toward identifying and overcoming barriers to increased QOL for university students
Hyperkalemia and Electrocardiogram Manifestations in End-Stage Renal Disease
Hyperkalemia is one of the more common acute life-threatening metabolic emergencies. The aim of our study is to determine the correlation and accuracy of abnormal ECG parameters as a function of serum potassium concentration in the end-stage renal disease (ESRD) population. We performed a retrospective chart review of emergency department patients presenting with ESRD and receiving emergent hemodialysis treatment. A total of 96 patients, each wit…
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