Conhecimento dos fisioterapeutas intensivistas a respeito de cuidados paliativos

Abstract

Introduction: The occurrence of musculoskeletal injuries in high-level athletes, such as soccer players, is very frequent and disabling, producing direct implications on sports performance and quality of life. Objective: To describe the prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries and their characteristics in non-professional soccer players. Methodology: This was a cross-sectional and descriptive study conducted with 58 participants. They were submitted to a sociodemographic questionnaire and the BONN PALLIATIVE CARE KNOWLEDGE TEST (Bonner Palliativwissenstest – BPW) in order to assess the level of knowledge and self-efficacy of these professionals in relation to palliative care. Results: the predominance of age is between 18 and 28 years old (50%), 70% of the respondents reported having only latu sensu specialization, 23 participants stated that they had participated in only 1 scientific event in the last 2 years, and 14 (24.1%) reported no participation in a scientific event in the same period of time. The level of significance adopted was 5% (p < 0.05), revealing higher correct answers among self-employed professionals, residency participants, and participants who joined academic leagues, scientific initiation, and non-mandatory internships during their undergraduate studies. Conclusion: It was found that there is still a lack of knowledge of intensive care physiotherapists in relation to palliative care.