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Introdução: O aumento da carga de doença no final da vida, particularmente em populações envelhecidas, evidencia a necessidade urgente de Cuidados Paliativos eficazes. Estes cuidados visam melhorar a qualidade de vida dos doentes com doenças incuráveis e progressivas, assim como de suas famílias. No entanto, o sucesso dos cuidados paliativos depende significativamente do conhecimento, atitudes e competências dos profissionais de saúde. Neste contexto, torna-se crucial avaliar os conhecimentos dos profissionais envolvidos para garantir que os cuidados prestados sejam adequados às necessidades específicas dos doentes em fim de vida. Metodologia: Este é um estudo observacional e transversal com uma amostra não probabilística por conveniência, cuja população-alvo inclui profissionais de saúde e outros profissionais que trabalham em serviços que atendem pessoas doentes com necessidades paliativas num hospital de agudos e nos cuidados de saúde primários. Foram aplicados questionários específicos, constituídos por 60 itens para profissionais de saúde e 53 itens para outros profissionais não-clínicos, abrangendo diferentes domínios dos Cuidados Paliativos para avaliação de conhecimentos. O estudo teve a aprovação ética e a sua operacionalização ocorreu sob a forma de e-survey. Resultados: Os resultados indicaram que os conhecimentos sobre cuidados paliativos entre os profissionais de saúde e outros profissionais são insuficientes em vários domínios. A perceção de insuficiência nos conhecimentos e competências foi evidente. Foi também identificada uma necessidade premente de melhorar a formação e competência em cuidados paliativos para todos os profissionais envolvidos. Conclusões: O estudo conclui que é essencial implementar programas de formação contínua em cuidados paliativos, focando não apenas o aumento do conhecimento teórico, mas também no desenvolvimento de habilidades práticas e de comunicação. A implementação de políticas de saúde que garantam o acesso universal aos cuidados paliativos e a formação especializada dos profissionais são passos essenciais para melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados oferecidos aos doentes em fim de vida.
Introduction: The increase in disease burden at the end of life, particularly in aging populations, highlights the urgent need for effective palliative care. This care aims to improve the quality of life for patients with incurable and progressive diseases, as well as for their families. However, the success of palliative care significantly depends on the knowledge, attitudes, and skills of healthcare professionals. In this context, it becomes crucial to assess the knowledge of the professionals involved to ensure that the care provided meets the specific needs of patients at the end of life. Methodology: This is an observational, cross-sectional study with a non-probabilistic convenience sample, targeting healthcare professionals and others working in services that deal directly with palliative patients in an acute hospital and primary healthcare settings. Specific questionnaires were applied, consisting of 60 items for health professionals and 53 items for other non-clinical professionals, covering different domains of palliative care to assess knowledge. The study received ethical approval and was conducted in the form of an e-survey. Results: The results indicated that knowledge about palliative care among health professionals and other professionals is insufficient in several domains. The perception of insufficiency in knowledge and skills was evident. There was also an urgent need identified to improve training and competence in palliative care for all professionals involved. Conclusions: The study concludes that it is essential to implement continuous training programs in palliative care, focusing not only on increasing theoretical knowledge but also on developing practical and communication skills. The implementation of health policies that ensure universal access to palliative care and specialized training for professionals are essential steps to improve the quality of care offered to patients at the end of life.
Introduction: The increase in disease burden at the end of life, particularly in aging populations, highlights the urgent need for effective palliative care. This care aims to improve the quality of life for patients with incurable and progressive diseases, as well as for their families. However, the success of palliative care significantly depends on the knowledge, attitudes, and skills of healthcare professionals. In this context, it becomes crucial to assess the knowledge of the professionals involved to ensure that the care provided meets the specific needs of patients at the end of life. Methodology: This is an observational, cross-sectional study with a non-probabilistic convenience sample, targeting healthcare professionals and others working in services that deal directly with palliative patients in an acute hospital and primary healthcare settings. Specific questionnaires were applied, consisting of 60 items for health professionals and 53 items for other non-clinical professionals, covering different domains of palliative care to assess knowledge. The study received ethical approval and was conducted in the form of an e-survey. Results: The results indicated that knowledge about palliative care among health professionals and other professionals is insufficient in several domains. The perception of insufficiency in knowledge and skills was evident. There was also an urgent need identified to improve training and competence in palliative care for all professionals involved. Conclusions: The study concludes that it is essential to implement continuous training programs in palliative care, focusing not only on increasing theoretical knowledge but also on developing practical and communication skills. The implementation of health policies that ensure universal access to palliative care and specialized training for professionals are essential steps to improve the quality of care offered to patients at the end of life.