Atividade e exercício físico em enfermagem de reabilitação: análise documental baseada em evidência e teorias de enfermagem

Translated title of the contribution: Physical activity and exercise in rehabilitation nursing: documentary analysis based on evidence and nursing theories
  • André Novo*
  • , Maria Loureiro
  • , Bruno Delgado
  • , Sérgio Vaz
  • , Maria Manuela Martins
  • , Soraia Dornelles Schoeller
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Introduction: Counseling and prescribing physical activity and exercise are central interventions in the practice of Rehabilitation Nursing Specialists. Aligned with international guidelines and based on Nursing Models and Theories, this practice aims to promote functionality, autonomy, and quality of life for people with rehabilitation care needs. Objective: To discuss the advice and prescription of physical activity and exercise by Rehabilitation Nurses (RN). Methodology: Documentary analysis of international guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), with a theoretical basis based on Nursing Models and Theories and legal references for the exercise of specialized practice in Rehabilitation Nursing. Results: Counseling and prescription of physical activity and exercise by RN is an essential intervention in promoting functionality and autonomy, as well as in the prevention and rehabilitation of acute and chronic conditions, with a consequent impact on self-care capacity and quality of life. The RN uses approaches based on international guidelines, such as WHO and ACSM recommendations, to ensure the safety and effectiveness of counseling and prescription of physical activity and exercise. RN have specific skills that enable the design, implementation, and monitoring of physical activity and exercise programs, ensuring their adaptation to the clinical context, therapeutic objectives, and the person themselves. The theoretical foundation in Nursing Models and Theories reinforces the relevance of physical activity and exercise as a means of rehabilitation and promotion of quality of life. Conclusion: The prescription of physical activity and exercise by RN is a practice based on scientific evidence, aligned with international guidelines, and based on Nursing Models and Theories to promote the autonomy, functionality, and quality of life of people with rehabilitation needs.
Translated title of the contributionPhysical activity and exercise in rehabilitation nursing: documentary analysis based on evidence and nursing theories
Original languagePortuguese
Article numbere41115
Number of pages9
JournalRevista Portuguesa de Enfermagem de Reabilitação
Volume8
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 May 2025
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Sedentary behavior
  • Rehabilitation nursing
  • Functional status
  • Exercise
  • Nursing theory

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