Person: Ajejas Bazán, María Julia
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María Julia
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Ajejas Bazán
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Universidad Complutense de Madrid
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Enfermería, Fisioterapia y Podología
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Enfermería
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Enfermería
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Item Attitude towards Vaccination among Health Science Students before the COVID-19 Pandemic(Vaccines, 2021) Pérez Rivas, Francisco Javier; Gallego Lastra, Ramón del; Esteban Garcimartín, Ana; Marques-Vieira, Cristina Maria Alves; Ajejas Bazán, María JuliaHealth science students are tomorrow’s health professionals, the duties of whom could include vaccination. This work examines the general attitude towards vaccination in students attending the Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Chiropody at a university in Madrid, Spain, using the ‘Attitudes and Behaviour With Regard To Vaccination Among Health Science Students Questionnaire’. The results were subjected to multivariate analysis to identify the influence of sex, the degree being pursued, and ‘course year’. The number of students vaccinated against influenza in the campaign preceding the present study was also recorded, as were the factors that influenced decision-making in this regard. A total of 934 students completed the questionnaire. Their beliefs regarding vaccination were positive (mean score 3.23 points out of 4), as was their behaviour (3.35/4). Their general attitude (all variables taken together) was therefore also good (3.27/4). Only 26.8% of the students had been vaccinated against influenza. Beliefs scores among the students of nursing in their more senior course years were significantly better than those recorded for all other groups. These students also showed the best general attitude towards vaccination and formed the largest group vaccinated against influenza. The results obtained are encouraging since nursing students are the most likely of future healthcare professionals to be involved in vaccination programmes.Item Flu Vaccination Coverage and Predictors of Non-Vaccination in Military Health Corps Personnel 2016–2017 and 2019–2021(Vaccines, 2022) Ajejas Bazán, María Julia; Pérez Rivas, Francisco Javier; Wärnberg, Julia; Fuentes Mora, Carlos; Ballester Orcal, Lucía Elena; Gómez Crespo, Jose Manuel; López López, Candelas; Domínguez Fernández, Silvia; Rico Blázquez, Milagros; Pérez Farinós, Napoleón(1) Background: Vaccination is the most effective intervention to control seasonal influenza morbidity and mortality. The present study aimed to determine the influenza vaccination coverage in the Military Health Corps personnel in the 2020–2021 season, as well as the time trend and the possible influence of the pandemic on coverage, in order to study the reasons that led to the non-vaccination of health professionals and to analyze adverse drug reactions (ADRs). (2) Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted from February to May 2021. All FAS CMS personnel were included. A self-administered questionnaire was sent by e-mail to the selected personnel. (3) Results: Vaccination coverage in the 2016–2017 season was 15.8% (n = 276), in the 2019–2020 season it was 17.41% (n = 424), and in the 2020–2021 season it was 24.22% (n = 590). The percentage of vaccinated men was higher than the percentage of women. In 2019 and 2020 the most vaccinated group was 31–40 years old. Lieutenants had the highest vaccination uptake in 2019 and 2020. The personnel with the highest uptake of vaccines were those in the specialty of nursing in each of 2016, 2019 and 2020, with >30 years of time worked in 2016. In terms of factors leading to refusal of vaccination, the most reported was “not considered a risk group” (23.0%), and the least reported was “avoidance of vaccine administration” (2.2%). Eighty individuals presented adverse reactions after vaccine administration (9.6%). (4) Conclusions: The rate of influenza vaccination among healthcare professionals was lower during the 2020 season compared to the previous season, but was expected to increase in the upcoming 2021 season.Item Lack of Social Support and Its Role on Self-Perceived Health in a Representative Sample of Spanish Adults. Another Aspect of Gender Inequality(Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2021) Wärnberg, Julia; Pérez Farinós, Napoleón; Ajejas Bazán, María Julia; Pérez López, Jéssica; Benavente Marín, Juan Carlos; Crespo Oliva, Edelys; Castillo Antúnez, Virginia; Fernández Barceló, Olga; Valenzuela Guerrero, Silvia; Silva Soto, María Ángeles; Barón López, F. JavierSelf-perceived health has been used as a good estimator of health status and receiving affection can be a determining factor for good self-perceived health. The aim of the present study was to assess whether lack of social support (measured through Duke scale, which ranges from 11 to 55) was associated with poorer health status measured as self-perceived health, and whether that association was different between women and men. A cross-sectional study was conducted using data from the 2017 Spanish National Health Survey. A descriptive study was performed, and logistic regression models were applied using self-perceived health as a dependent variable. Mean Duke score was 47.6 for men and 47.9 for women (p = 0.016). Moreover, 36.3% of women and 27.6% of men reported poor self-perceived health (p < 0.001). The multivariate analysis revealed that lower scores in Duke-UNC social support scale were associated with poorer health status. That association was higher in women than in men. Poor self-perceived health was also associated with low level of education and obesity, especially among women. There was gender inequality as regards health status associated with lack of social support. These results can help design prevention strategies to improve health.Item Variety in fruits and vegetables, diet quality and lifestyle in an older adult Mediterranean population(Clinical Nutrition, 2021) López González, Leyre; Becerra Tomás, Nerea; Babio Nancy; Martínez González, Miguel Ángel; Díaz López, Andrés; Corella, Dolores; Goday, Albert; Romaguera, Dora; Vioque, Jesús; Alonso Gómez, Ángel M.; Wärnberg, Julia; Martínez, J. Alfredo; Serra Majem, Luis; Estruch, Ramón; Tinahones, Francisco; Lapetra, José; Pintó, Xavier; Tur, Josep A.; López Miranda, José; Bueno Cavanillas, Aurora; Delgado Rodríguez, Miguel; Matía Martín, María Del Pilar; Daimiel, Lidia; Álvarez Álvarez, Laura; Vidal, Josep; Vázquez, Clotilde; Ros, Emilio; Vázquez Ruiz, Zenaida; Canudas, Silvia; Fernández Carrión, Rebeca; Castañer, Olga; Zulet, M. Ángeles; Tojal Sierra, Lucas; Ajejas Bazán, María Julia; Carmen M. López García; Martín, Marian; García Ríos, Antonio; Casas, Rosa; Gómez Pérez, Ana M.; Santos Lozano, José Manuel; Goñi, Estíbaliz; Guillem Saiz, Patricia; Lassale, Camile; Abete, Itziar; Salaverria Lete, Itziar; Eguaras, Sonia; Schröder, Helmut; Salas Salvadó, JordiSummary Background and aims Previous studies, mainly focused on quantity rather than variety, have shown beneficial associations between the amount of fruit and vegetable consumed, diet quality and healthy lifestyle. The aim is to evaluate the association between fruit and vegetable consumption, diet quality and lifestyle in an elderly Mediterranean population, considering both variety and the combination of quantity and variety (QV). Methods A cross-sectional analysis of 6647 participants (51.6% of males) was conducted in the framework of the PREDIMED-Plus study. A variety score was created as the sum of vegetables and/or fruits consumed at least once per month using food frequency questionnaires. Dietary Reference Intakes (EAR and IA values) were used to estimate the prevalence of inadequate intake of dietary fiber and micronutrients. Logistic regression models were performed to examine the association between fruit and vegetable consumption and not meeting the DRIs, by tertiles of fruit and vegetable variety and QV categories. Results Participants with higher fruit and vegetable variety score reported a significant higher intake of fiber, vitamins, minerals and flavonoids and were significantly more likely to be physically active and non-smoker. Besides, higher variety in fruit and vegetable consumption was associated with lower prevalence of having an inadequate intake of fiber [(0.13 (0.11–0.16)], two or more [(0.17 (0.14–0.21)], three or more [(0.15 (0.13–0.18)] and four or more [(0.11 (0.10–0.14)] micronutrients in our participants. Higher quantity and variety in fruit and vegetable consumption was associated with lower prevalence of having an inadequate intake of fiber [(0.05 (0.04–0.06)], two or more [(0.08 (0.06–0.10)], three or more [(0.08 (0.06–0.09)] and four or more [(0.06 (0.05–0.07)] micronutrients. Conclusion Greater variety in fruit and vegetable intake was associated with better nutrient adequacy, diet quality and healthier lifestyle in an elderly Mediterranean population.Item Differences in the prevalence of diagnosis of overweight-obesity in Spanish children according to the diagnostic criteria set used(Gaceta Sanitaria, 2017) Ajejas Bazán, María Julia; Jiménez Trujillo, María Isab; Wärnberg, Julia; Domínguez Fernández, Silvia; López de Andres, Ana; Pérez Farinós, NapoleónObjective: To examine relevant differences in the prevalence of overweight and obesity in children aged 2-15 years according to different sets of criteria (Orbegozo Foundation, International Obesity Task Force and World Health Organization), and how their use affects the trends in obesity recorded for both sexes between 1995 and 2011 in Spain. Method: Cross-sectional study, a population between 2 and 15 years. Three diagnosis criteria of overweight and obesity were be used. Results: The boys according to the three criteria, showed higher values of overweight and obesity compared to the girls. The lowest levels of overweight and obesity were observed using the Orbegozo tables. Discussion: The prevalence of overweight and obesity varies significantly according to the criteria used to define overweight and obesity. The percentiles of the Foundation Orbegozo gave the lowest estimates and the standards of growth of the World Health Organization were higher.Item Evaluation of the use of a nursing diagnosis Risk for Falls in the Community of Madrid (Spain) Primary Care System(International Journal of Nursing Knowledge, 2023) Domínguez Fernández, Silvia; Ajejas Bazán, María Julia; Pérez Rivas, Francisco JavierPurpose The purpose of this study was to describe the use of the nursing diagnosis Risk for Falls in Primary Care System of the Community of Madrid. Methods A retrospective review of the clinical histories was carried out in 262 health centers from January 2005 to December 2015. The study population are the patients who have recorded in their electronic health record the nursing diagnosis Risk for Falls. Findings Frequency of use of the Risk for Falls ND in the Community of Madrid was 53,340 diagnoses, increasing from 650 nursing diagnosis in 2005 to 14,695 in 2015. NOC Nursing Outcomes total identified were 109,145, which represents an average of 2.05 NOC Nursing Outcomes per diagnosis. NOC Nursing Outcomes frequently appeared as follows: Fall Prevention Behavior (35.9%), Safe Home Environment (11.3%), and Risk Control (10.5%). NIC Nursing Interventions total identified were 104,293, representing an average of 1.96 NIC nursing interventions per diagnosis. NIC Nursing Interventions frequently appeared as follows: Fall Prevention (45.9%), Environmental Management: Safety (27%), and Risk Identification (5.8%). Conclusions Nursing diagnosis of Risk for Falls and the care process related to this diagnosis is starting to be used by the primary care nurses of the Community of Madrid. Implication for nursing practice Risk factors related to the nursing diagnosis of risk for falls identified in our study can be addressed with activities that nurses must implement to prevent falls. Nursing methodology in general and specifically the diagnosis of risk for falls must be included in guides and protocols for the prevention of falls, and its use should be promoted by primary care nurses.Item Attitudes and Behaviors towards Vaccination in Portuguese Nursing Students(Vaccines, 2023) Alves Marques-Vieira, Cristina Maria; Dias Domingues, Tiago; Dutra Tholl, Adriana; Gonçalves Nitschke, Rosane; Pérez Rivas, Francisco Javier; Ajejas Bazán, María Julia; Roquette Viana, Maria ClaraKnowing the attitudes and behaviors of nursing students in relation to vaccination is important because they will soon be determinant for the health literacy of the population. Vaccination remains the most effective response in the fight against communicable diseases, including COVID-19 and influenza. The objective of this study is to analyze the attitudes and behaviors of Portuguese nursing students with regard to vaccination. A cross-sectional study was carried out, with data collection from nursing students at a university in Lisbon, Portugal. A sample of 216 nursing students was obtained, representing 67.1% of the students enrolled in this university. What stands out from the results of the questionnaire “Attitudes and Behaviors in Relation to Vaccination among Students of Health Sciences” is that for the majority of students the answers were positive; in addition, 84.7% had a completed vaccination schedule for COVID-19. Being a nursing student, being in the final years of the course and being a woman are the factors that most influence the positive attitude of the students. The results obtained are motivating, because these students will be the future health professionals most likely to integrate health promotion programs through vaccination.- Project number: 263
Item La página wiki como herramienta de trabajo colaborativo en el campus virtual(2019) Ajejas Bazán, María Julia; Domínguez Fernández, Silvia; López López, Candelas; Pérez Farinós, José Napoleón; Wärnberg, Julia; Pérez Rivas, Francisco Javier; Leonor Rodríguez, Maria Sagrario; López Romero, María Antonia; Rodríguez Sanz, DavidEl aprendizaje "mlearning" basado en el uso de la red permite aprender desde cualquier lugar o espacio geográfico. El aprendizaje móvil, sigue rompiendo barreras temporales y espaciales que aún no había alcanzado la educación a distancia. Estar conectado permanentemente permite la interacción constante con los demás estudiantes, profesores y comunidad. Un claro ejemplo es el caso del uso de las páginas Wiki, como herramienta para compartir e intercambiar conocimiento a través del campus. Además mejora la confianza del estudiante en sí mismo, potencia las habilidades y capacidades para aprender, comprender y aplicar los conocimientos y favorece la consecución de un grado elevado de autonomía que le permite continuar con su proceso de formación. Una Wiki es un conjunto de páginas web que pueden ser editadas por varios usuarios en momentos diferentes. La pueden editar varias personas de manera fácil y rápida, desde cualquier lugar o dispositivo con acceso a Internet. Los participantes en una Wiki pueden crear, modificar o borrar un texto compartido. Su importancia radica en la posibilidad de realizar construcciones colectivas sobre temas específicos. Estas fueron las condiciones con las que W. Cunningham creó el primer sistema de páginas Wiki en 1995. Y esa potencialidad es lo que hace que su aplicación en Educación sea muy versátil. Es la aplicación que permite el trabajo colaborativo y comunicación entre el alumnado, la construcción de conocimientos desde la informalidad, de manera rápida y sencilla. Se puede elaborar desde una simple lista de enlaces para ampliar información, hasta servir de borrador en la creación de trabajos de investigación mucho más elaborados. Profesorado y alumnado trabajan juntos y comparten la responsabilidad de los trabajos. Item Prevalence of childhook overweight/obesity in Spain 1993-2011 and associated risk factors in 2011(Nutrición Hospitalaria, 2017) Ajejas Bazán, María Julia; Jiménez Trujillo, María Isabel; Wärnberg, Julia; Domínguez Fernández, Silvia; López De Andrés, Ana Isabel; Pérez Farinós, José NapoleónAbstract Introduction: Childhood obesity is a recognized public health problem. The present work reports the changing prevalence of childhood overweight/ obesity in Spanish boys and girls over the period 1993-2011, and examines the risk factors apparent in 2011. Methods: Children with a body mass index (BMI) of ≥ 25 were deemed overweight, and those with a BMI of ≥ 30 were deemed obese. Overweight and obesity was consistently more common among boys than among girls. Results: The prevalence of overweight and obesity in Spain increased over the study period. Conclusions: According to the 2011 data, children who undertook no physical activity, or whose parents/guardians had a low level of education, showed the highest prevalence of obesity.- Project number: 306
Item Mejora de hábitos saludables en universitarios del Grado de Enfermería a través del aprendizaje colaborativo y las TIC(2020) Ajejas Bazán, María Julia; Domínguez Fernández, Silvia; Jiménez Trujillo, Isabel; Jiménez García, Rodrigo; Wärnberg, Julia; Ajejas Bazán, Fernando; Pérez Farinós, NapoleónEl grupo de investigación “Salud Pública-Estilos de Vida, Metodología Enfermera y Cuidados en el Entorno Comunitario” de la Universidad Complutense, Facultad de Enfermería, Fisioterapia y Podología, siguiendo con su línea de investigación sobre hábitos saludables en la población española, ha diseñado un proyecto de innovación docente con objetivos similares y que abarque otra vertiente diferente pero a la vez complementaria. A través de un aprendizaje colaborativo, en el que se fomenten habilidades sociales y académicas, se intenta conseguir una interacción de calidad entre los estudiantes y el profesorado para generar conocimiento colectivo útil a la comunidad estudiantil. El aprendizaje colaborativo pone en práctica una serie de competencias que permiten obtener un gran beneficio al desarrollar competencias emocionales y sociales así como la autonomía, la responsabilidad y el propio autocontrol en el aprendizaje. Consiste en una forma de organización de pequeños grupos de trabajo dado por alumnos que desean desempeñar una labor en conjunto. La responsabilidad en el aprendizaje es cosa del grupo que desempeña el trabajo propuesto y no tanto en el profesorado. Asimismo el uso y desarrollo de herramientas que permiten el “m-learning” en cualquier momento y desde cualquier espacio geográfico permite estar en contacto continuo alumnos y profesorado. Herramientas orientadas a la creación de videos de corta duración o infografías serán fundamentales en el aprendizaje colaborativo, en la adquisición de conocimientos y habilidades relacionadas con los hábitos saludables y las nuevas tecnologías. Durante los meses de enero a mayo de 2020, los estudiantes del curso seleccionado elaboraron infografías a través de las cuales fomentarán los hábitos saludables descritos en este documento. Hicieron uso de mailings masivos al resto de alumnos/as del Grado correspondiente. Tras finalizar se administró un cuestionario para valorar la efectividad de la actividad y la calidad de la misma.