Estel·la Ramírez-Baraldes

Dr. Estel·la Ramírez-Baraldes

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Academic Career Length

5Years (2022-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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31 January 2025 in European Journal of Education
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EREstel·la Ramírez-Baraldes
Estel·la Ramírez-Baraldes
Daniel Garcia-GutierrezDaniel Garcia-Gutierrez
Daniel Garcia-Gutierrez
CGCRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
CRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
To explore the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence (AI) in nursing and its impact. Bibliographic review using Arksey and O'Malley's framework, enhanced by Levac, Colquhoun and O'Brien and following PRISMA guidelines, including qualitative and mixed studies. MeSH terms and keywords such as nursing education and ethical considerations were used in databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL, IEEE Xplore and Google Scholar. Of all, 53 studies were included, highlighting various opportunities and challenges of AI integration and opportunities for personalised learning, training improvement and evaluation. Highlighting challenges related to academic integrity, accuracy, data privacy and security, for the development of critical thinking skills. The integration of AI in nursing education offers significant advantages for improving the quality and effectiveness of education, such as academic integrity, critical thinking and equitable access, for this reason, faculty training should be geared toward the integration of AI in nursing education.

4 September 2024 in Healthcare
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JZjose Antonio Zafra-Agea
jose Antonio Zafra-Agea
EREstel·la Ramírez-Baraldes
Estel·la Ramírez-Baraldes
CGCRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
CRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
Daniel Garcia-GutierrezDaniel Garcia-Gutierrez
Daniel Garcia-Gutierrez
MCMireia Vilafranca Cartagena
Mireia Vilafranca Cartagena
Introduction: Adolescence is a critical period for the development of affectivity and sexuality. Adolescents begin to explore their sexual identities, form intimate relationships, and learn to manage their emotions in new and complex contexts. This study aims to analyze the prevalence of habits and behaviors related to the affective–sexual health of adolescents in the fourth year of ESO, identifying risk factors, comparing their behaviors and risks, monitoring these behaviors, analyzing their pornography consumption, and evaluating the use of the internet as a source of sexual information. Method: Descriptive cross-sectional study using questionnaires. Participants are fourth-year ESO students from a school in the Baix Llobregat province (Catalonia), aged between 14 and 18 years. Descriptive and bivariate statistical analyses are conducted using the chi-square test and p-value calculations with the R Project software. Frequency and percentage analyses are also used to describe the health behaviors of the participants. Results: The study reveals that girls have better knowledge of the contraceptive pill and male condom than boys. Sexual initiation and condom use management vary between the genders, with girls being more capable of persuading their partners to use them. Pornography consumption also shows significant differences in terms of the age of initiation and frequency between boys and girls. Conclusions: This study on adolescent affectivity and sexuality reveals knowledge about contraceptives, early sexual initiation, and high pornography consumption, highlighting the need for early and diverse affective–sexual education, youth empowerment, and media misinformation management to promote safer and healthier behaviors within municipal public health.

25 November 2024 in Nursing Reports
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CGCRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
CRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
EREstel·la Ramírez-Baraldes
Estel·la Ramírez-Baraldes
Daniel Garcia-GutierrezDaniel Garcia-Gutierrez
Daniel Garcia-Gutierrez
Background/Objectives: Clinical simulation is a pivotal educational strategy in nursing, facilitating the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical skills in a safe environment. While the benefits of simulation in enhancing technical and non-technical competencies are well-documented, the transition of nursing students to the role of instructors within these simulations remains underexplored, particularly in the Spanish context. This study aims to investigate how assuming the instructor role in clinical simulations impacts the professional development of fourth-year nursing students. Methods: A qualitative study employing an interpretative phenomenological approach was conducted to deeply understand the experiences and perceptions of nursing students transitioning to instructors in clinical simulations. Nine fourth-year nursing students from the University of Vic—Central University of Catalonia (UVic-UCC) were purposively selected to ensure diverse perspectives. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, a focus group, and non-participant observations, achieving data saturation. Thematic analysis, guided by Braun and Clarke’s methodology, was utilized to identify and organize emergent themes related to professional development and pedagogical competencies. Results: The transition to the instructor role significantly enhanced both technical and non-technical competencies among the participants. Key findings include improved leadership, decision-making, and effective communication skills. Student-led debriefing sessions were identified as crucial for fostering deeper reflection and enhancing the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback. Conclusions: Assuming the instructor role in clinical simulations offers substantial pedagogical benefits, enriching the professional development of nursing students by strengthening essential competencies. These findings underscore the value of integrating instructor roles within nursing education programs in Spain, suggesting that such practices can lead to more competent and confident healthcare professionals. This study was not registered.

27 November 2024 in Nursing Reports
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EREstel·la Ramírez-Baraldes
Estel·la Ramírez-Baraldes
KMKaterin Ariza Martin
Katerin Ariza Martin
Daniel Garcia-GutierrezDaniel Garcia-Gutierrez
Daniel Garcia-Gutierrez
CGCRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
CRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
The integration of genetics and genomics into nursing practice is essential for addressing genetic pathologies and providing personalized patient care. This study aims to analyze the nursing education curricula across Spanish universities to understand how genetic and genomic concepts are incorporated. Using the “Qué estudiar y dónde en la Universidad” (QEDU) database, an official source provided by the Spanish Ministry of Universities, a systematic review of 4720 teaching guides from 118 university centers was conducted. Our findings reveal that 12 centers do not include any genetic or genomic content, while 43% of the remaining centers focus solely on basic genetics. In contrast, 57% cover advanced topics, such as genetic counseling and pharmacogenetics. Teaching methodologies predominantly involve lectures and seminars, with limited practical training. On average, three to six ECTS credits out of the total 240 required for the Nursing Degree are dedicated to genetics and genomics. This study highlights the need for curriculum updates and standardization to ensure comprehensive training in these crucial areas. Improved integration of genetic and genomic education will better prepare nursing professionals to meet the evolving demands of modern healthcare. This study was not registered.

1 January 2024 in Investigación y Educación en Enfermería
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CGCRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
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MCMarina Mateu Capell
Marina Mateu Capell
Daniel Garcia-GutierrezDaniel Garcia-Gutierrez
Daniel Garcia-Gutierrez
EREstel·la Ramírez-Baraldes
Estel·la Ramírez-Baraldes
Objective. This work sought to assess the perception of knowledge transfer from clinical simulations to the care practice in nursing students through effective debriefing. Methods. An observational, descriptive, and cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of 281 students during the 2020-2021 course, through una ad hoc survey from the Debriefing Assessment for Simulation in Healthcare (DASH) in Spanish, to assess competence areas that undergraduate students must reach to complete their studies. Results. The survey conducted after each simulation showed that the students valued positively the debriefing sessions conducted by experts, with a mean score of 6.61 over 7 [6.56%-6.65%] based on 675 surveys analyzed, given that each student conducted more than one simulation within the academic course. It was observed in 221 completed answers that what was learned in the simulation was transferred to the practice in 89.23% [86.39%-92.06%], specifically in areas of Communication, Patient safety, Teamwork, and Leadership. Conclusion. In the perception by the participating students, the use of effective debriefing in clinical simulation enabled knowledge transfer to the care practice, proving to be a crucial tool that helps to improve the formation of the future nurses.

15 December 2025 in Nutrients
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Daniel Garcia-GutierrezDaniel Garcia-Gutierrez
Daniel Garcia-Gutierrez
BMBartomeu Ayala Márquez
Bartomeu Ayala Márquez
XGXavier Gironès
Xavier Gironès
AMAna Molero Muñoz
Ana Molero Muñoz
CGCRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
CRISTINA GARCIA-SALIDO
Yirsa Jiménez-PérezYirsa Jiménez-Pérez
Yirsa Jiménez-Pérez
Background: Dysphagia negatively impacts quality of life and requires diets with specifically modified textures. The IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative) scale provides standardized criteria to ensure food safety. This research aims to explore and validate the IDDSI scale adapted to the consumption of foods developed with 3D printing in patients with dysphagia. Methodology: Different dishes were designed and validated using 3D printing and were evaluated by both healthcare professionals and people with dysphagia. In the second phase, participants analyzed their texture using the IDDSI scale. A mixed methodological approach was applied, combining quantitative data (from validated scales) and qualitative data (obtained through interviews and focus groups), ensuring methodological triangulation. Methods: In the first phase of the study, different dishes were cooked and designed using 3D printing technology and were previously evaluated by both healthcare professionals and people with dysphagia. In the second phase, all the dishes validated in the first phase were analyzed and classified according to their texture using the IDDSI. Results: A total of 24 dishes, backed by 204 validations, were determined to be suitable for people with dysphagia and compatible with 3D printing. According to the IDDSI analysis, 36% of these dishes were classified as level 3 (soft texture) and 64% as level 4 (thick purée), levels internationally recognized as safe and suitable for people with dysphagia and suitable for 3D printing. The application of the IDDSI scale eliminated ambiguities in the description of textures, facilitating clear communication between healthcare professionals, caregivers, people with dysphagia, and companies that produce 3D-printed foods, as well as the standardization of 3D food printing processes related to textures. The application of the IDDSI scale eliminated ambiguities in the description of textures, facilitating clear communication between healthcare professionals, caregivers, people with dysphagia, and companies producing 3D-printed food products. This enabled the standardization of 3D food printing processes and the definition of their textures. At the same time, 3D printing proved to be a viable and effective tool for customizing meals that are safe, appropriate, and sensorially appealing. Conclusions: The feasibility of combining the IDDSI scale with 3D printing to develop diets tailored to the needs of people with dysphagia is confirmed. This integrative approach represents an innovation in the field of nutrition for people with swallowing problems, especially in contexts with limited scientific evidence, combining the validation of modified textures with 3D printing technology. There are effective tools for producing safe, suitable and sensorially appealing meals.