ASAna Sabrina Sousa

Ana Sabrina Sousa

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Ana Sabrina Sousa has a total of 1000 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:

  • Cândida Ferrito

    Faculty of Health Sciences and Nursing, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, 1649-023 Lisboa, Portugal

    3 shared publications
  • Diana Rodrigues

    Affiliations RISE-Health, Nursing School of Porto, Porto, Portugal, Nursing School of Porto (ESEP), Porto, Portugal

    3 shared publications
  • José Artur Paiva

    Departamento de Medicina, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade do Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal

    3 shared publications
  • Sara Pinto

    Affiliations RISE-Health, Nursing School of Porto, Porto, Portugal, Nursing School of Porto (ESEP), Porto, Portugal

    3 shared publications
  • Amparo Alves

    Affiliation Nursing School of Porto (ESEP), Porto, Portugal

    2 shared publications
  • João Frias Rosa

    Affiliations RISE-Health, Nursing School of Porto, Porto, Portugal, Nursing School of Porto (ESEP), Porto, Portugal

    2 shared publications

Latest Publications

  • Open Access

    Open Science practices in a Portuguese nursing higher education institution: An exploratory, descriptive study

    by Ana Sabrina Sousa, Mafalda Lopes, Diana Rodrigues, Palmira Oliveira, Regina Pires, Sara Pinto, Pedro Melo, João Frias Rosa, Amparo Alves, Rosa Silva

    Open Science has emerged as an epistemological paradigm that promotes open and dynamic access to knowledge, fostering the sharing of scientific findings, collaboration between academia and society, and enhancing innovation and transparency. However, comprehensive studies on the adoption of Open Science practices remain limited, particularly in the nursing academic context. This study aimed to identify the current Open Science practices within a Portuguese higher nursing education institution community. An exploratory, descriptive study was conducted in two phases. In the first phase, a questionnaire was adapted and piloted through a focus group. In the second phase, the final version of the questionnaire, with 34 questions, was distributed digitally to 747 teachers, researchers and students. The study included 35 respondents, predominantly faculty members. While 77.8% reported engaging with Open Science publications, fewer respondents demonstrated familiarity with practices such as study preregistration and open-source coding. The principles of Open Science were widely accepted, particularly those emphasizing ethics, the democratization of knowledge, and scientific collaboration. Participants frequently used tools like EBSCOhost, Medline, and Scopus, whereas platforms such as Zenodo and OpenUP Hub remained underutilized. Participants highlighted training priorities, especially in open access publishing, data management, and the implementation of Open Science recommendations. The low response rate may indicate limited awareness of Open Science among professionals and an institutional culture in which such practices have not been fully embedded within academic routines. Although all participants agreed with the principles of Open Science, most reported not knowing its policies and not all were familiar with the various formats. These findings underscore the importance of investing in skills training and raising awareness of Open Science practices, particularly within the nursing school context. Furthermore, they underscore the need for in-depth investigation into the motivations, barriers, and enabling conditions that influence adherence to Open Science in higher education.


  • Open Access

    Open Science Practices: A cross-sectional, observational, and descriptive study in a Portuguese nursing higher education institution

    by Ana Sabrina Sousa, Mafalda Lopes, Diana Rodrigues, Palmira Oliveira, Regina Pires, Sara Pinto, Pedro Melo, João Frias Rosa, Amparo Alves, Rosa Silva

    Open Science has emerged as an epistemological paradigm that promotes open and dynamic access to knowledge, fostering the sharing of scientific findings, collaboration between academia and society, and enhancing innovation and transparency. However, comprehensive studies on the adoption of Open Science practices remain limited, particularly in the nursing academic context. This study aimed to identify the current Open Science practices within a higher nursing education institution community. A cross-sectional, observational, and descriptive study was conducted in two phases. In the first phase, a questionnaire was adapted and piloted through a focus group. In the second phase, the final version of the questionnaire, with 34 questions, was distributed digitally to 747 teachers, researchers and students. The study included 35 respondents, predominantly faculty members, with 50% holding a Ph.D. and 61.1% affiliated with research groups. While 77.8% reported engaging with Open Science publications, fewer respondents demonstrated familiarity with practices such as study preregistration and open-source coding. The principles of Open Science were widely accepted, particularly those emphasizing ethics, the democratization of knowledge, and scientific collaboration. Participants frequently used tools like EbscoHost, Medline, and Scopus, whereas platforms such as Zenodo and OpenUP Hub remained underutilized. Participants highlighted training priorities, especially in open access publishing, data management, and the implementation of Open Science recommendations. A notable finding of this study was the low participation in the study, suggesting the need to enhance awareness among the higher education community regarding the importance of Open Science. Although all participants agreed with the principles of Open Science, most reported not knowing its policies and not all were familiar with the various formats. This study emphasized the need for investment in skills training for Open Science practices and for in-depth studies on motivation, adherence and enabling conditions, particularly in the context of Higher Education.

  • Independent risk factors for ventilator-associated pneumonia: A multi-ICU cohort study

    by Ana Sabrina Sousa, Celeste Bastos, Cândida Ferrito, Liliana Matos Pereira, José Artur Paiva


  • Open Access

    Satisfação familiar em unidades de cuidados intensivos: revisão integrativa da literatura

    by Maria João Mar, Nuno Esteves, Ana Sabrina Sousa

    Enquadramento: a dificuldade para avaliar a satisfação do doente numa unidade de cuidados intensivos (UCI) determina que para aferir a qualidade dos cuidados nestas unidades seja considerada a satisfação familiar. Objetivos: verificar a viabilidade do questionário ‘FS-ICU-24’ enquanto instrumento para avaliar a satisfação familiar; identificar níveis de satisfação através do questionário com enfase nos itens onde os níveis são mais baixos e estratégias para aumentar a satisfação. Metodologia: revisão integrativa com análise de artigos publicados entre 2014 e 2019 na base de dados EBSCO e no FSICU.org. Descritores: Satisfação do doente; Cuidados intensivos; FS-ICU-24. Para sistematizar a informação, foi elaborada uma tabela com os pontos: autores e ano; país, objetivos do estudo; resultados e participantes. Resultados: o FS-ICU-24 é um bom instrumento para aferir a satisfação familiar na UCI. Os níveis de satisfação familiar são altos (Superiores a 70%). Nas questões de resposta aberta, familiares indicam aspetos menos positivos como o ambiente físico e a comunicação. Algumas das hipóteses de melhoria sugeridas são proporcionar privacidade na sala de espera e treino à equipa em comunicação. Conclusão: a revisão integrativa evidencia que o FS-ICU-24 permite aferir a satisfação familiar e identificar pontos a melhorar na UCI.

  • Intubation-associated pneumonia: An integrative review

    by Ana Sabrina Sousa, Cândida Ferrito, José Artur Paiva


  • Top Cited Papers
    Open Access

    Proceedings of the 3rd IPLeiria’s International Health Congress

    by Catarina Cardoso Tomás, Emanuel Oliveira, Celeste Alves, Stefan Gisin, Elisabete Catarino, Nelma Carvalho, Tiago Coucelo, Luís Bonfim, Débora Franco, Jesús Alcoba González, et al.

    S1 Health literacy and health education in adolescence Catarina Cardoso Tomás S2 The effect of a walking program on the quality of life and well-being of people with schizophrenia Emanuel Oliveira, D. Sousa, M. Uba-Chupel, G. Furtado, C. Rocha, A. Teixeira, P. Ferreira S3 Diagnosis and innovative treatments - the way to a better medical practice Celeste Alves S4 Simulation-based learning and how it is a high contribution Stefan Gisin S5 Formative research about acceptability, utilization and promotion of a home fortification programme with micronutrient powders (MNP) in the Autonomous Region of Príncipe, São Tomé and Príncipe Elisabete Catarino, Nelma Carvalho, Tiago Coucelo, Luís Bonfim, Carina Silva S6 Safety culture of the patient: a reflexion about the therapeutic approach on the patient with vocal pathology Débora Franco S7 About wine, fortune cookies and patient experience Jesús Alcoba González O1 The psychological impact on the emergency crews after the disaster event on February 20, 2010 Helena G. Jardim, Rita Silva O2 Musculoskeletal disorders in midwives Cristina L. Baixinho, Mª Helena Presado, Mª Fátima Marques, Mário E. Cardoso O3 Negative childhood experiences and fears of compassion: Implications for psychological difficulties in adolescence Marina Cunha, Joana Mendes, Ana Xavier, Ana Galhardo, Margarida Couto O4 Optimal age to give the first dose of measles vaccine in Portugal João G. Frade, Carla Nunes, João R. Mesquita, Maria S. Nascimento, Guilherme Gonçalves O5 Functional assessment of elderly in primary care Conceição Castro, Alice Mártires, Mª João Monteiro, Conceição Rainho O6 Smoking and coronary events in a population of Spanish health-care centre: An observational study Francisco P. Caballero, Fatima M. Monago, Jose T. Guerrero, Rocio M. Monago, Africa P. Trigo, Milagros L. Gutierrez, Gemma M. Milanés, Mercedes G. Reina, Ana G. Villanueva, Ana S. Piñero, Isabel R. Aliseda, Francisco B. Ramirez O7 Prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries in Portuguese musicians Andrea Ribeiro, Ana Quelhas, Conceição Manso O8 Hip fractures, psychotropic drug consumption and comorbidity in patients of a primary care practice in Spain Francisco P. Caballero, Jose T. Guerrero, Fatima M. Monago, Rafael B. Santos, Nuria R. Jimenez, Cristina G. Nuñez, Inmaculada R. Gomez, Mª Jose L. Fernandez, Laura A. Marquez, Ana L. Moreno, Mª Jesus Tena Huertas, Francisco B. Ramirez O9 The role of self-criticism and shame in social anxiety in a clinical SAD sample Daniel Seabra, Mª Céu Salvador O10 Obstruction and infiltration: a proposal of a quality indicator Luciene Braga, Pedro Parreira, Anabela Salgueiro-Oliveira, Cristina Arreguy-Sena, Bibiana F. Oliveira, Mª Adriana Henriques O11 Balance and anxiety and depression symptoms in old age people Joana Santos, Sara Lebre, Alda Marques O12 Prevalence of postural changes and risk factors in school children and adolescents in a northern region (Porto) Clarinda Festas, Sandra Rodrigues, Andrea Ribeiro, José Lumini O13 Ischemic stroke vs. haemorrhagic stroke survival rate Ana G. Figueiredo O14 Chronobiological factors as responsible for the appearance of locomotor pathology in adolescents Francisco J. Hernandez-Martinez, Liliana Campi, Mª Pino Quintana-Montesdeoca, Juan F. Jimenez-Diaz, Bienvenida C. Rodriguez-De-Vera O15 Risk of malnutrition in the elderly of Bragança Alexandra Parente, Mª Augusta Mata, Ana Mª Pereira, Adília Fernandes, Manuel Brás O16 A Lifestyle Educational Programme for primary care diabetic patients: the design of a complex nursing intervention Mª Rosário Pinto, Pedro Parreira, Marta L. Basto, Ana C. Rei, Lisete M. Mónico O17 Medication adherence in elderly people Gilberta Sousa, Clementina Morna, Otília Freitas, Gregório Freitas, Ana Jardim, Rita Vasconcelos O18 Hospitalization for cervical cancer of residents in the metropolitan region of Porto Alegre, Southern Brazil, 2012 to 2014 Lina G. Horta, Roger S. Rosa, Luís F. Kranz, Rita C. Nugem, Mariana S. Siqueira, Ronaldo Bordin O19 Oncologic assistance of high complexity: evaluation of regulating accesses Rosiane Kniess, Josimari T. Lacerda O20 Perceived barriers for using health care services by the older population as seen by the social sector: findings from the Vila Nova de Gaia Gerontological Plan Joana Guedes, Idalina Machado, Sidalina Almeida, Adriano Zilhão, Helder Alves, Óscar Ribeiro O21 Sleep difficulties and depressive symptoms in college students Ana P. Amaral, Ana Santos, Joana Monteiro, Mª Clara Rocha, Rui Cruz O22 Psychopathological symptoms and medication use in higher education Ana P. Amaral, Marina Lourenço, Mª Clara Rocha, Rui Cruz O23 Sexually transmitted diseases in higher education institutions Sandra Antunes, Verónica Mendonça, Isabel Andrade, Nádia Osório, Ana Valado, Armando Caseiro, António Gabriel, Anabela C. Martins, Fernando Mendes O24 Alcohol consumption and suicide ideation in higher education students Lídia Cabral, Manuela Ferreira, Amadeu Gonçalves O25 Quality of life in university students Tatiana D. Luz, Leonardo Luz, Raul Martins O26 Male and female adolescent antisocial behaviour: characterizing vulnerabilities in a Portuguese sample Alice Morgado, Maria L. Vale-Dias O27 Risk factors for mental health in higher education students of health sciences Rui Porta-Nova O28 International classification of functioning disability and health as reflexive reasoning in primary attention in health Tânia C. Fleig, Éboni M. Reuter, Miriam B. Froemming, Sabrina L. Guerreiro, Lisiane L. Carvalho O29 Risk factors and cardiovascular disease in Portalegre Daniel Guedelha, P....