With the aging process, elderly people present changes in their bodies that can lead them to suffer several geriatric syndromes. The present study aimed to analyze and synthesize the literature produced concerning the association of sarcopenia with falls in elderly people with cognitive impairment. This is a systematic review study on etiology and risk, conducted according to the JBI methodology using the Medline (Pubmed), Cinahl, Embase, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. The gray literature search was conducted in the CAPES Brazilian Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations, Google Scholar, Networked Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (NDLTD), EBSCO Open Dissertations, DART-e, and ACS Guide to Scholarly Communication. The identification of the association between the variables was extracted from the articles themselves (Odds Ratio and the 95% Confidence Intervals). Four articles published between 2012 and 2021 were included in this review. A prevalence of falls was identified, ranging from 14.2% to 23.1%, of cognitive impairment ranging from 24.1% to 60.8%, and of sarcopenia ranging from 6.1 to 26.6%. The meta-analysis found that elderly people with cognitive impairment who suffer falls are at a 1.88 times greater risk of presenting sarcopenia (p = 0.01). There is evidence of an association between the variables, but it is necessary to conduct follow-up studies to support this association as well as other factors that may influence the senescence and senility process.

Objective: to map scientific knowledge on nursing students’ attitudes and perceptions regarding ageism. Method: scoping review according to the recommendations of the Joanna Briggs Institute. The study question was: What are scientific evidence available on the attitudes and perceptions of nursing students regarding ageism? The search was conducted in 12 databases using the Rayyan application and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews. The studies were selected by two reviewers using a data extraction tool. Results: of the 4,595 files, 46 that were published between 1984 and 2022 were selected, and the quantitative method was the most used. The most commonly used instrument was the Kogan’s Attitudes Toward Old People Scale. Positive, negative, mixed, neutral, and inconclusive attitudes and perceptions were identified. Conclusion: attitudes and perceptions about ageism are diverse and not conclusive. Future intervention studies are recommended to detect changes in the behavior of nursing students in the face of ageism.

Objective To determine the presence of depressive symptoms and their associated factors in the elderly living in the city of São Paulo during the isolation of the covid-19 pandemic. Method This is a quantitative, descriptive and cross-sectional study carried out with 411 elderly people living in the city of São Paulo. Demographic profile instruments, the Geriatric Depression Scale and a list of physical and psychological symptoms and substance use were used. Results There was a predominance of females, between 60 and 69 years old, with a partner, higher education, and with no change in income. In addition, not having a partner (p=0,02), psychological symptoms such as lack of hope (p=0,001), fear (p=0,008) and desire to die (p=0,003), and physical symptoms such as tremor (p=0,03) and tiredness (p<0,0001) were associated with depressive symptoms. On the other hand, not using illegal substances (p=0,03) was considered a protective factor against the presence of these symptoms. Conclusion It is necessary to be alert to any signs or symptoms that may indicate some mental suffering, suggesting the adoption of socialization measures.

Objetivo: mapear o conhecimento científico sobre as atitudes e percepções dos estudantes de enfermagem em relação ao idadismo. Método: revisão de escopo segundo as recomendações do Joanna Briggs Institute . A pergunta de estudo foi: Quais são as evidências científicas disponíveis sobre as atitudes e percepções dos estudantes de enfermagem no que diz respeito ao idadismo? A busca foi realizada em 12 bases de dados utilizando o aplicativo Rayyan e o Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews . Realizou-se a seleção dos estudos por dois revisores, com uso de um instrumento para a extração dos dados. Resultados: dos 4.595 arquivos, selecionaram-se 46 publicados entre 1984 e 2022, sendo que a maioria utilizou o método quantitativo. O instrumento mais utilizado foi o Kogan’s Attitudes Toward Old People Scale e os estudos mostraram que os estudantes apresentaram atitudes e percepções positivas, negativas, mistas, neutras e não conclusivas. Conclusão: as atitudes e percepções sobre idadismo são diversificadas e não conclusivas. Recomenda-se estudos futuros de intervenção para detecção de mudanças de comportamento dos estudantes de enfermagem frente ao idadismo.

Objetivo: analisar o conhecimento dos idosos sobre a transmissão e a prevenção do HIV/aids. Metodologia: estudo transversal e descritivo, com abordagem quantitativa, realizado com 115 idosos entrevistados de uma Unidade Básica de Saúde (UBS) da zona urbana no município de Picos no ano de 2016. A coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de entrevista estruturada, utilizando-se dois questionários, um referente à caracterização sociodemográfica e outro adaptado da literatura QHIV3I. Utilizou-se o programa estatístico Statistical Package for the Social Sciences versão 20.0 para análise de dados. Resultados: Quanto ao conhecimento, 54,8% dos idosos afirmaram que o HIV é o causador da aids, 56,5% afirmaram que a aids não tem cura e 93,9% relataram que é tratável. Em relação à transmissão, 60,9% afirmaram ser por meio de fômites e 93% através da relação sexual. Sobre prevenção, 80,9% reconheceram o uso do preservativo como preventivo. Houve ainda correlação significativa entre vulnerabilidade e escolaridade. Conclusão: identificar o conhecimento dos idosos permite avaliar de maneira subjetiva os riscos que esta população está exposta.Descritores: Idoso. Conhecimento. Promoção da Saúde. Síndrome de Imunodeficiência Adquirida.