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Objective: To semantically validate the indicators of the nursing outcome Dry Eye Severity in adult patients admitted to the intensive care unit. Methods: Methodological study of semantic validation developed with 15 nurses from an adult general ICU of a public university hospital located in the Northeast of Brazil. Data collection took place between the months of February and April 2019. For data analysis, the Kappa test was used with a value equal to or greater than 85% agreement. A value of p

ABSTRACT Objectives: to develop a nursing diagnosis proposal focused on venous return. Methods: this is a concept analysis according to the model proposed by Walker and Avant, which is operationalized through an integrative review. The study was carried out according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses protocol recommendations. Results: the analysis of the 131 studies allowed identifying attributes, antecedents and consequences. The most common attribute was decreased venous flow. The antecedents most frequently found were structural and/or functional valve deficiency, advanced age and peripheral venous thrombosis. The most common consequences were peripheral edema, venous ulcer and pain in the extremity. Conclusions: the formulated nursing diagnosis was proposed as part of Domain 4, Activity/rest, in Class 4, Cardiovascular/pulmonary responses, with eight defining characteristics, five related factors, six at-risk populations and four associated conditions.

ABSTRACT Objective: to analyze the concept associated with diagnostic proposition Ocular dryness in adult patients hospitalized in an Intensive Care Unit, identifying its attributes, antecedents and consequences. Methods: a methodological study carried out through concept analysis, operationalized by scoping review. Results: the analysis of 180 studies allowed the identification of two attributes, 32 antecedents and 12 consequences. The attributes were tear film deficiency and ocular signs and/or symptoms. The prevalent antecedents were incomplete eyelid closure (lagophthalmos) and blinking mechanism decrease. Major consequences included conjunctival hyperemia and decreased tear volume. Conclusions: this study allowed constructing nursing diagnosis Ocular dryness, part of domain 11, class 2, with 12 defining characteristics, 12 related factors, seven populations at risk and 13 associated conditions. This problem-focused proposal may provide targeted care by promoting early detection and implementing interventions that reduce the risk of ocular damage.

Resumo Objetivo Identificar na literatura científica as barreiras que dificultam a aplicação da Lista de Verificação para Partos Seguros da Organização Mundial da Saúde. Métodos Revisão integrativa, realizada entre os meses de novembro de 2020 e maio de 2022, por meio das seguintes fontes de dados: Scopus, Medline®/PubMed®, Web of Science e Cinahl. O estudo foi realizado conforme as recomendações do protocolo Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses. Resultados A amostra foi composta por 14 estudos, publicados principalmente no ano de 2021, predominando a América do Sul como continente de publicação. O idioma inglês foi o mais prevalente, assim como os estudos metodológicos e a abordagem quantitativa. O nível de evidência IV prevaleceu na amostra. Observa-se que os fatores culturais foram fortemente descritos nos estudos identificados, seguidos dos fatores estruturais e fatores relacionados ao processo de trabalho. Conclusão As principais barreiras que dificultam a aplicação da Lista de Verificação para Partos Seguros foram os fatores culturais (relações interpessoais, hierarquização das classes profissionais e má comunicação); estruturais (desenho e fonte utilizada no checklist) e relacionados ao processo de trabalho (como a lista de verificação foi implantada no serviço de saúde, postura do gerente quanto à apresentação dela e necessidade de intervenção educativa/formação para os profissionais de saúde).

Introduction: In nursing practice, this concept has been identified in studies that address the nursing diagnosis of impaired spontaneous ventilation. Nursing performance facing this unwanted human response is considered essential for the maintenance and control of vital signs, cardiovascular monitoring, gas exchange and respiratory pattern, as well as constant surveillance aimed at signs of hypoventilation and inadequate ventilation. Objective: To analyze the concept of impaired spontaneous ventilation in critically ill patients in an intensive care unit. Methodology: This study is a concept analysis, according to Walker’s and Avant’s method, conducted using an integrative review. All the referential steps were followed: concept selection, determining the objectives and proposals for concept analysis, identifying the possible uses of the concept, determining the defining attributes, identifying a model case, identifying a contrary case, and identifying the precedents and consequences of the concept. Results: A sample of 38 studies was selected. The following were identified as attributes: distress and fatigue, respiratory distress, tachycardia, hemodynamic instability, altered mental status, abnormal arterial blood gas results, dyspnea, anxiety, agitation, sweating, hypoxemia and hypercapnia. Antecedents: sex, age, oxygen saturation lower than 90%, diseases of the respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, neuromuscular, and metabolic systems, respiratory infections, trauma, poisons, toxins, and sedatives. Consequences: increased heart rate, decreased partial oxygen saturation, increased use of respiratory muscles, dyspnea, increased metabolic rate and restlessness. The model case and the contrary case were used to illustrate the attributes, antecedents, and consequences. Conclusion: The study directed the strengthening of evidence about the phenomenon and demonstrated a strong occurrence in patients who need assistance in intensive care units, thus demanding critical care.

Resumo Objetivo Analisar a acurácia dos indicadores clínicos da proposta diagnóstica de enfermagem Ressecamento ocular em pacientes adultos em Unidade de Terapia Intensiva. Métodos Estudo de acurácia diagnóstica, com delineamento analítico transversal e de abordagem quantitativa. A amostra foi composta por 206 pacientes internados em uma unidade de terapia intensiva adulto. Foi aplicado um instrumento elaborado de acordo com variáveis relacionadas aos dados sociodemográficos, clínicos, indicadores clínicos, fatores etiológicos, população em risco e condições associadas do Ressecamento ocular . Um modelo de classe latente foi utilizado para identificação da prevalência do diagnóstico e identificação da especificidade e sensibilidade dos indicadores clínicos. Resultados Dentre os participantes do estudo, 52,4% eram do sexo masculino e apresentaram média de idade de 58,69 anos (±14,61). A prevalência do Ressecamento ocular foi de 76,22%. Os indicadores clínicos volume lacrimal diminuído e excesso de secreção mucoide apresentaram valores elevados de especificidade (81,63% e 99,99%, respectivamente). Além disso, vasos sanguíneos dilatados na superfície ocular, excesso de secreção mucoide, filamento mucoide e quemose apresentaram valores mais altos para sensibilidade (74,52%, 99,99%, 100,0% e 71,97%, respectivamente). Conclusão Após a análise da acurácia dos indicadores clínicos, conclui-se que cinco características definidoras foram capazes de apresentar valores elevados de especificidade ou sensibilidade. Este achado corrobora para uma inferência diagnóstica acurada, de modo a possibilitar a otimização de resultados com o intuito de impedir o declínio clínico referente à resposta humana indesejável Ressecamento ocular .

Objetivo: avaliar os fatores clínicos preditores para o ressecamento ocular e para o diagnóstico de enfermagem Risco de ressecamento ocular em pacientes no pós-operatório em Unidade de Recuperação Pós-Anestésica. Método: estudo transversal realizado entre maio e agosto de 2017. Amostra foi de 157 pacientes adultos submetidos a procedimentos cirúrgicos eletivos. Os dados foram analisados mediante estatística descritiva e inferencial. Resultados: o diagnóstico clínico de ressecamento ocular prevaleceu em 85,35% dos pacientes, e o diagnóstico de enfermagem Risco de ressecamento ocular em 14,65%. Observou-se diferenças estatísticas entre a hiperemia, lacrimejamento excessivo e teste de Schirmer insuficiente com o diagnóstico de ressecamento ocular no olho direito e com o diagnóstico Risco de ressecamento ocular. No olho esquerdo o teste de Schirmer foi insuficiente. Conclusão: a hiperemia, o lacrimejamento excessivo e o teste de Schirmer insuficiente são fatores clínicos preditores relevantes no perioperatório para promover medidas preventivas e/ou detectar precocemente o ressecamento ocular. Descritores: Diagnóstico de Enfermagem. Síndromes do Olho Seco. Saúde ocular. Centros Cirúrgicos. Período PósOperatório. Enfermagem Perioperatória.

Objective: to map existing evidence on spiritual care for patients hospitalized with COVID-19. Methods: scoping review developed in accordance with methodological processes developed by the Joanna Briggs Institute, carried out through a search in the data bases SCOPUS, Science Direct, MEDLINE, Web of Science, CINAHL, and Google Scholar®, in addition to a reverse search in the works selected. The review included studies with evidence on the topic at hand, which had been published in any language, in any time frame. Results: 19 studies were analyzed, and 8 different spiritual care interventions were mapped, which were: listening to the spiritual pain of the patient; grief support; on-line video tools with content on faith and resilience; on-line calls with relatives; availability of religious representatives; spiritual triage; training professionals to provide spiritual care; and music therapy as an instrument of spirituality. Conclusion: this review allowed mapping the evidence about spiritual care in patients hospitalized with a diagnosis of COVID-19, addressing strategies to bring spirituality into health care. Contributions to practice:this study contributes for the advancement of the practice of nursing regarding spirituality and patients with COVID-19, providing subsidies to use spirituality as a tool to support care and facilitate dealing with difficult situations.

Objectives: This study aimed to map evidence of eye care interventions in managing critical or surgical patients submitted to prone positions. Materials and method: This scoping review was prepared according to the Joanna Briggs Institute’s methodology, following the PRISMA-ScR criteria. A search was conducted from July to August 2020 in the SCOPUS, Web of Science, Science Direct, PubMed Central, CINAHL, and COCHRANE databases. The following research question was delimited: “What are the strategies and interventions used for eye care in the management of critical patients or surgical patients submitted to the prone position?” The sample consisted of 24 studies after applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: Eye care interventions in managing critical/surgical patients submitted to the prone position were eye examination, use of lubricants/specific ophthalmic solution, reverse Trendelenburg positioning, and protection with adhesive tape. Conclusions: This review allowed the understanding of eye care for critical/surgical patients in a prone position. Among the care presented, a large part is related to nursing since it is closer to patient care. The findings emphasize the need to implement patient safety policies with eye care as a priority.

Objective: to determine clinical and epidemiological profile of surgical patients with ocular dryness and to the Nursing diagnostic and risk of dry eye, in the postoperative period. Methods: cross-sectional study, with 82 patients in the postoperative period. For analysis, it were used frequencies, the distribution centers’ measures and respectives variabilities. Results: equivalent prevalence between ocular dryness and the nursing diagnosis. The average age was 57.7 years for patients with ocular dryness and 59.6 years for those with risk diagnosis. In both groups, there was a predominance of females, cardiovascular surgeries and general anesthetic usage. The length of the surgical procedure averaged 105 minutes for patients with ocular dryness and 67.5 minutes for those with risk diagnosis. Conclusion: predominance of women in middle age undergoing elective surgeries by cardiovascular reasons for both groups, however, with distinct time of surgical procedure.

Objective: to verify measures used in intensive care units to prevent infection related to health care. Methods: integrative review based on the data sources LILACS, SCOPUS, PubMed Central, Science Direct, Web of Science and CINAHL, whose descriptors used were: Infection Control and Intensive Care Units. Sample consisting of 146 studies. Results: thematic categories related to the relevant infection prevention measures were listed, developed in Intensive Care Units: bloodstream infection prevention measures, assistance-related pneumonia prevention measures, urinary tract infection prevention measure and preventive measures associated with general care. Conclusion: among the established thematic categories, care with skin preparation, oral hygiene, correct handling of the urinary catheter and daily bath with antiseptic were most frequently identified.

Resumo Objetivo Analisar o conceito de Prática Avançada de Enfermagem e elucidar os elementos-chave: atributos, antecedentes e consequências. Métodos O referencial metodológico para o estudo foi o modelo de análise conceitual de Walker e Avant (2011), estruturado mediante uma revisão integrativa da literatura conduzida nos meses de maio e junho de 2017. A busca foi realizada nas bases de dados Scopus, PubMed, CINAHL, Web of Science, Science Direct, Cochrane e Lilacs, considerando estudos que trataram do termo e que foram publicados em português, inglês ou espanhol. Resultados A amostra foi composta por 33 estudos conduzidos em oito países entre os anos 2000 e 2016, sendo 56% publicado no quinquênio 2011-2016. Foram identificados oito atributos: Preparação educacional em nível de mestrado ou doutorado, e especialização em área clínica; Prática baseada em evidências; Habilidade de desenvolver raciocínio clínico e pensamento crítico; Alto nível de autonomia; Avaliação avançada e ampla; Liderança; Capacidades diagnóstica, gerencial e administrativa; Promoção do ensino às outras enfermeiras. Foram identificados os antecedentes e consequências e foi desenvolvida uma definição do conceito. Conclusão Diante da expansão da ideia de enfermagem avançada pelo mundo, particularmente na América Latina, recomendam-se outros estudos relacionados à Prática Avançada de Enfermagem. É necessária uma compreensão aprofundada das questões na prática de implementação no Brasil para ajudar a determinar o conceito futuro de PAE para o país. Este estudo contribui a essa compreensão ao definir o conceito de PAE com seus antecedentes, atributos e consequências.

This is a case study, with the objective of to describe the application of the nursing process in a patient with stage IV heart failure. Conducted in a university hospital located in Northeastern Brazil. Data were collected in the month October 2012, using a structured interview and physical examination. The diagnoses identified were: Impaired skin integrity, Deprivation of sleep, Constipation and excessive fluid volume. Was traced the result - Wound healing: second intention, and applied to the nursing intervention - Care with pressure ulcers. Thus, through the implementation of the nursing care subsidized by the systematization of nursing care, it was observed that the desired results were achieved with expert.

Objective: To describe the steps of the nursing process applied to patients with tetralogy of Fallot, based on NANDA-I, Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) and Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC). Method: This is a clinical case developed in a university hospital located in Northeast Brazil. It should be noted that this study was appreciated by the Ethics Committee of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, which it approved it with number of Certificate of Presentation for Ethical Assessment: 07614812.6.0000.5537. Results: Among the four identified nursing diagnoses, has listed is a priority, which was intolerant of activity. The result, compromised moderately fatigue and activity of level, and interventions accounted for cardiac care: acute phase. Conclusions: After the execution of the care plan, it was observed that the actions taken have contributed significantly to the improvement of the health status of the patient, in order to contribute to increasing confidence and independence of it, despite the limitations inherent to the disease.

Objective : to validate the contents of the nursing outcome Fall prevention behavior of the Nursing Outcomes Classification in hospitalized patients. Methods : this is a content validation research. Psychometry was used as an operational method. The Nursing Outcome was validated by 16 specialists. A Content Validity Index was applied with its binomial test to evaluate the indicators in the psychometric criteria. Results : from the experts’ assessment of the constitutive, operational and operational magnitude of the indicators, the need for adequacy was found in the indicators. It controls the restlessness, it carries out precautions when taking drugs that increase the risk of falls and it adequately use chairs. Conclusion : it was found that the indicators were considered mostly valid as to the content. Therefore, they were able to measure the prevention behavior of falls in the hospital environment.

Integrative review to summarize the available evidence in the literature on the risk factors for the nursing diagnoses in the Safety/Protection Domain and correlated adverse events in hospitalized patients. Undertaken in February 2015 through a search in the databases Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health, Literatura Latino-americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde, National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, Scientific Electronic Library Online and Scopus, which resulted in 19 studies. The most prevalent risk factors were: extended hospitalization, advanced age and burden of nursing professionals. The category Risk for injury presented the largest number of risk factors without correspondence in NANDA International (NANDA-I), while the category Risk for falls presented the largest number of equivalents. Thus, the presence of the risk factors cited in the literature without inclusion in NANDA-I indicates the need for more in-depth studies on the theme.

Objetivo: Sumarizar o conteúdo científico produzido sobre os fatores de risco para lesão na córnea em pacientes críticos na terapia intensiva. Método: Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura realizada através do questionamento: quais fatores de risco estão envolvidos no desenvolvimento da lesão na córnea em pacientes críticos na terapia intensiva? Pesquisou-se nas bases de dados BDENF, LILACS, SciELO e MEDLINE. A coleta foi realizada segundo protocolo de pesquisa, de janeiro a abril de 2014. Resultados: Os fatores de risco encontrados relacionam-se ao comprometimento dos mecanismos de defesa, assistência ventilatória, nível de consciência, gravidade e instabilidade hemodinâmica e uso de medicações específicas. Conclusão: Constatou-se a escassez de produções científicas sobre a temática em nosso país, o que torna imperativo a urgente investigação em nossa realidade para demonstrar a problemática deste agravo.

Objective: to identify clinical and sociodemographic characteristics of patients with dry eye admitted to an intensive care unit. Method: observational and descriptive study with a quantitative approach conducted in a university hospital from January to June 2016, through the use of a form with questions on sociodemograpic characteristics and clinical data related to dry eye. After diagnostic inference, a sample of 108 patients was obtained. Descriptive analyzes, association measures and prevalence ratios were performed with the use of a statistical package. Results: there was a prevalence of male patients (53.7%), mean age of 57 years; 61 (56.6%) with hypertension; 84 (77.8%) with complete closure of the eyelid in the right eye and 80 (74.1%) with complete eyelid closure in the left eye; 44 (40.7%) with right eye hyperemia and 41 (38%) with left eye hyperemia. Schirmer test detected a reduced tear volume, median of 3 mm in the right eye and 4 mm in the left eye. Conclusion: Relevant information for the characterization of patients with dry eye, prediction of the phenomenon and delivery of proper care was identified.

Sumarizar os fatores de risco para a retinopatia da prematuridade em recém-nascidos internados em unidade de terapia intensiva neonatal a partir de estudos primários publicados em bases de dados. Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa realizada nas seguintes bases: SCOPUS, PubMed, Science Direct, Web of Science e CINAHL. A amostra final foi constituída por 26 artigos. Elencou-se categorias temáticas com os fatores de risco da retinopatia da prematuridade, a saber: fatores relacionados à terapêutica clínica, ao uso de medicamentos, comorbidades relacionadas à retinopatia da prematuridade, características neonatais, características clínicas associadas à retinopatia da prematuridadee fatores maternos. Conhecer os fatores de risco implica na detecção precoce da retinopatia mediante adoção de medidas preventivas como monitoramento da oxigenoterapia, ventilação mecânica e transfusões sanguíneas, além da avaliação das características neonatais, de maneira a permitir uma triagem oftalmológica que impeça o desenvolvimento da doença,suas sequelas e/ou viabilize tratamento na fase inicial da doença.

The study aims to analyze the knowledge of nursing staff on the recognition of a cerebral cardiopulmonary arrest (CCPA) and about the cerebral cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CCPR). This is a cross-sectional study with quantitative approach developed in a public Hospital located in northeastern Brazil. Data collection occurred through a semi-structured questionnaire with 110 professionals of medium-high level of nursing. Approved by the Research Ethics Committee CAAE: 15504613.2.0000.5537. In relation to the recognition of PCRC, (81.8%) of professionals have identified appropriate form; (80%) answered correctly about the sequence of the CPR; (77.2%)got the compression/ventilation ratio; (61.8%) know about the need prioritizing chest compressions;(51.8%) responded adequately on body posture for realization of the compressions; only (40%) succeeded in their responses when asked about the depth and frequency of compressions. The nursing staff analyzed presented knowledge still disabled on the changes of the guidelines of the American Heart Association of 2010 thus exists the need urgent training that reduce the failures and delays that compromise a quality care.

Objetivo: Caracterizar os diagnósticos de enfermagem do domínio Eliminação e Troca, da taxonomia NANDA-I em pacientes no período pós-operatório internados em um hospital universitário, localizado no município de Natal-RN. Método: Tratou-se de um estudo descritivo, do tipo transversal, cuja amostra foi constituída por 80 pacientes. A coleta de dados ocorreu em novembro e dezembro de 2012, por meio de anamnese, exame físico e aplicação de um formulário elaborado com base nos domínios da Taxonomia da NANDA-I. Aprovado pelo Comitê de Ética e Pesquisa CAAE 07614812.6.0000.5537. Resultados: Os diagnósticos identificados foram: Motilidade gastrintestinal disfuncional (55,8%), Constipação (20,9%) e (23,3%) apresentaram os dois diagnósticos. Conclusão:Dessa forma, é importante que os enfermeiros adotem intervenções resolutivas referentes ao domínio Eliminação e Troca para os pacientes em pós-operatório de maneira a proporcionar uma assistência adequada.Descritores: Diagnóstico de Enfermagem, Período Pós-Operatório, Motilidade Gastrointestinal, Constipação Intestinal.

Objective: to determining the intelligibility of the indicators, constitutive and operational definitions of nursing behavior result of fall prevention by nurses in hospital units. Method: methodological research in adaptation to the instructions Hoskins validation model (1989), in order to performing the analysis of the intelligibility of the indicators, constitutive and operational definitions of nursing results NOC behavior of fall prevention. The instrument was therefore subjected to a sieve of nurses in a public teaching hospital of the health of the city of Natal/RN at the discretion of intelligibility chosen Psychometrics. Results: all indicators achieved or exceeded the concordance index of 0,90, except for one indicator, because the concordance was 0,58 and p < 0,05 as a result of the binomial test. It means therefore that this indicator needs to be revised. The other indicators with p values < 0,05 were obtained concordance index between 0,90 and above experts so we were admitted to the final version. Conclusions: it can be concluded that the indicators, the constitutive definitions and the definitions/ operational magnitudes for the result of nursing NOC falls prevention behavior obtained agreement rate statistically higher than 0,90. Considered by the target population, therefore, great intelligibility, similar to that shown in the scientific literature and able to measure the construct behavior prevention of falls in the hospital. From this perspective this study semantically validated a Prevention of falls in order to support nurse, assistant in the development of effective preventive activities, based on an instrument of scientific evidence.

The Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is considered a fundamental element to improve teaching and learning. It can be understood as a measurement tool of clinical competencies with adoption of standard procedures. A qualitative study aimed to describe the evaluation of students about the OSCE use as strategy to promote the teaching-learning process in Clinical Nursing. A focus group with 27 students was created for data collection with information extracted from three guiding questions. Data was analyzed using Content Analysis technique. Two categories emerged from the first guiding question: the use of SOP; and learning strategy. Three categories emerged from the second question: main feelings; valid experience; and assessment method. From the third question, two categories were identified: learning from errors; and similarity with practice. The OSCE constitutes an assessment strategy that positively contributed with the teaching-learning process in Clinical Nursing.

ABSTRACT Objective: Clinically validate the Nursing Outcome Behavior of falls prevention in hospitalized patients. Method: This was a cross-sectional study developed at a public university hospital with a sample of 45 patients. The data collection was performed through the evaluation of four nurses, with a double used the instrument with the constitutive and operational definitions of the indicators and magnitudes of the Fall Prevention Behavior Result, while the other pair did not use such definitions. Results: When applying the non-parametric analysis of variance by the Friedman test, ten indicators showed statistical differences between the inferences made by the evaluators for each patient. In relation to the intraclass correlation coefficient, confidence interval and p value assigned to each indicator of the scale, most of the indicators were statistically significant. Conclusions: The instrument referring to the Fall Behavior Outcome Behavior was considered valid for the study population.

ABSTRACT Objective: To validate the content of the indicators of the nursing outcome Dry eye severity, of the Nursing Outcomes Classification, in adult patients admitted to the intensive care unit. Methods: Methodological study of content validity, developed in two stages: the first, consisting of 23 specialists; and the second, of a consensus group formed by ten nurses. For analyzing the data in the first stage, we used the content validity index and binomial test for each indicator; in the second stage, the discussions of each meeting were transcripted, and the indicators that achieved 100% consensus were validated. Results: Of the 14 indicators evaluated by the specialists, 7 presented a cut-off point below 0.80, but did not show statistical significance in the binomial test. In the consensus group’s validation, six indicators were reformulated. Conclusion: This study considered the 14 indicators valid for evaluating patients admitted to the intensive care unit.

Objective: to verify the extent of impairment of the clinical indicators of the nursing outcome Dry Eye Severity in patients admitted to the Intensive Care Unit. Method: cross-sectional, descriptive study developed with 206 patients. Based on the result listed, six indicators of the Classification of Nursing Results were evaluated with a questionnaire containing clinical variables and the Likert scale of the Classification of Nursing Results with constructed definitions, which varies from more impaired to non-impaired. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: the decrease in lacrimal production and the presence of redness in the conjunctiva were more impaired. The other indicators were more frequent for the absence of impairment: incomplete eyelid closure 81% (167), excessive tearing 95.1%(196), excessive mucous secretion 78.7% (162) and decreased blinking mechanism 50.5% (104). The clinical characteristics of hospitalization for neurological disorders, invasive mechanical ventilation, chemosis, use of sedatives, vasoconstrictors, benzodiazepines, antibiotics and corticosteroids interfered in the impairment of the dry eye severity. Conclusion: the result indicators show that the clinical characteristics of patients in the intensive care unit interfere in the impairment and in the dry eyes severity. According to these results, the importance of assistance directed to the prevention of eye diseases is emphasized.

RESUMO Objetivo Avaliar na superfície ocular de pacientes adultos internados em unidade de terapia intensiva os fatores clínicos preditores para o ressecamento ocular e para o diagnóstico de enfermagem Risco de ressecamento ocular. Método Estudo transversal, realizado entre janeiro e julho de 2016, com 206 pacientes (412 olhos). A inferência quanto à presença do diagnóstico nos pacientes avaliados foi executada por enfermeiros diagnosticadores. A estatística descritiva e inferencial subsidiou a análise dos dados. Resultados 47,6% dos pacientes apresentaram o Risco de ressecamento ocular, e 52,4% já estavam com o diagnóstico de ressecamento ocular. Foram identificadas diferenças estatísticas entre o diagnóstico de ressecamento ocular no olho direito com a hiperemia, secreção mucosa, edema palpebral e lagoftalmia. Além disso, observaram-se diferenças estatísticas entre a hiperemia e edema palpebral com o ressecamento ocular no olho esquerdo e com o diagnóstico de enfermagem Risco de ressecamento ocular. Conclusão A hiperemia, secreção mucosa, edema palpebral e lagoftalmia são fatores clínicos preditores do diagnóstico de enfermagem de risco e também do ressecamento ocular no ambiente da unidade de terapia intensiva que merecem especial destaque na avaliação preventiva.