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Item EXPERIENCIAS Y PERCEPCIONES DEL RECESO ESCOLAR EN LA SALUD MENTAL Y EL BIENESTAR EMOCIONAL EN LOS ESTUDIANTES DE OCTAVO A DÉCIMO GRADO EN LA ESCUELA IGNACIO ESCANDÓN, 2025-2026(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-04-20) Cajamarca Gómez, Camila Noemi; Heredia Bermeo, Emily Alejandra; Jiménez Ayora, Julia VerónicaSchool recess represents a fundamental moment for rest, socialization, and the creation of meaningful experiences within the educational environment, positively influencing students’ psychological, physical, and social well-being by promoting spaces for interaction, recreation, and disconnection from academic activities. Therefore, understanding how students experience and perceive school recess is essential, as it enables the identification of its influence on their emotional state, interpersonal relationships, and daily school dynamics. The objective of this study was to analyze experiences and perceptions of school recess and their relationship with mental health and emotional well-being among eighth- to tenth-grade students at Ignacio Escandón School. A qualitative study with a phenomenological approach was conducted, utilizing convenience sampling until data saturation was achieved, excluding students with impaired mental capacities that could potentially affect the accuracy of their responses. The data collection technique employed was the semi-structured interview, whose recordings were transcribed and analyzed using Atlas.ti software, ensuring confidentiality and anonymity. The results showed that school recess is perceived as a space for emotional and mental rest that contributes to stress reduction, improved mood, and strengthened interpersonal relationships. However, negative experiences were also identified, such as interpersonal conflicts, discrimination, and feelings of distress. Therefore, school recess plays a relevant role in promoting students’ mental health and emotional well-being.Item PERCEPCIONES Y EXPERIENCIAS DE LAS USUARIAS SOBRE EL CUIDADO DEL PROFESIONAL DE ENFERMERÍA EN EL ÁREA GINECO OBSTETRICIA DEL HOSPITAL HOMERO CASTANIER CRESPO, AZOGUES, 2025-2026(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-04-22) Tixi Yupa, Nathaly Paola; Fajardo Campoverde, Roxana Dalila; Bermeo Vásquez, Zara JulietaBackground: The care of nursing professionals in the gynecological-obstetric area is essential for the comprehensive care of women during the antepartum, childbirth and puerperium, since it not only covers clinical and technical aspects, but also influences emotional, psychological and social dimensions, directly impacting the experiences of users. Objective: To analyze the perceptions and experiences of the users attended by the nursing staff at the Homero Castanier Crespo Hospital in the area of gynecology-obstetrics, Azogues 2025-2026. Method: A qualitative study with a phenomenological approach was carried out to explore women's experiences, opinions and feelings about obstetric care, through semi-structured interviews with nine users. The analysis of the information was carried out with the ATLAS.ti program, through coding and content analysis. Expected results: the results obtained were included in 3 main categories, which are "sociodemographic characteristics of the users", where the following subcategories are included: "origin", "age" and "marital status", followed by the second category called "emotional impact", which identifies the following subcategories: "quality care", "comprehensive and holistic care", "humanized treatment", "professional hostility" and finally "emotional experiences" for Finally, we have the last category called "Communication Quality", which is made up of subcategories such as "Professional empathy", "Dehumanized treatment", "Unethical conduct", "Professional apathy", "Emotional alteration", "Inappropriate clinical care", "Mechanical care", "Violation of human rights" and "Lack of information", with this research it is expected to provide a clear vision of the experiences lived by the participating users.Item PERCEPCIONES Y ACTITUDES SOBRE LA DONACIÓN DE ÓRGANOS Y TEJIDOS EN LOS INTERNOS DE LA CARRERA DE ENFERMERÍA DE LA UNIVERSIDAD DE CUENCA 2025-2026(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-04-16) Inga Pérez, Ana Cristina; Díaz Chulde, David Santiago; Cabrera Guillén, Valeria PaolaOrgan and tissue donation is defined as an altruistic and humanitarian act that allows prolonging and improving the quality of life of patients with organ failure diseases, which can be from a living or cadaveric donor; which, marked by various social-cultural, economic and informational factors, limit a free and voluntary donation. Likewise, it is highlighted that the world population represents a rate of 150,000 solid donations in the latest statistics of 2022, regulations and infrastructures are essential in the transplant concession. All this is totally related to the role of nursing, since this is a support to help cope with the disease, it involves specific care and holistic care for the personal well-being of the patient and their family. The objective of this study was to explore the perceptions and attitudes about organ and tissue donation in the Interns of the Nursing Career of the University of Cuenca 2025-2026. The research adopted a qualitative phenomenological approach, with a sample of eleven Interns of the Nursing Career, data collection was through semi-structured interviews and the data were analyzed through the ATLAS.ti application. According to the results obtained, it was determined that Nursing Interns perceive various general notions of the subject, that regardless of cultural, religious, and economic ideologies, there are other primordial determinants such as altruism, ethics, values, and moral principles, directly related to the perception and general positive attitude regarding the issue of organ and tissue donation.Item PREVALENCIA DE LA AUTOMEDICACIÓN EN ADULTOS MAYORES DE LAS PARROQUIAS RICAURTE Y EL VALLE, CIUDAD DE CUENCA 2025_2026(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-04-14) Mendez Avila, Esteban Mauricio; Tapia Machuca, Emily Samantha; Sanmartin Calle, Yesenia AlexandraBackground: Self-medication has become an increasingly common practice and represents one of the most significant problems in public health today, as it replaces professional medical consultation. In older adults, this poses a considerable risk, given that most of this population has chronic diseases that require specific treatments, meaning that self-medication can cause adverse complications. Objective: To determine the prevalence of self-medication among older adults in the parishes of Ricaurte and El Valle in the city of Cuenca 2025_2026. Method: This is a descriptive quantitative, cross-sectional study using non-probabilistic convenience sampling. The population comprised a sample of 314 participants among older adults in the parishes of Ricaurte and El Valle, 155 and 159 people, respectively. Data collection was carried out using the (Data collection instrument to identify self-medication) in physical form. Results: The research yielded results that were presented in customized tables, indicating a prevalence of self-medication of 56.6% in the two parishes, with 80.65% in Ricaurte and 33.33% in El Valle. Therefore, the existence of self-medication behaviors in the study population was evident, since more than half of the universe (56.69%) engages in it.Item ANSIEDAD Y ESTRÉS ACADÉMICO EN ESTUDIANTES DE BÁSICA SUPERIOR DE LA UNIDAD EDUCATIVA “LUIS CORDERO”, AZOGUES, 2025-2026(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-04-10) Coronel Rivera, Ana Belén; Sanango Ortiz, Nathaly Cecilia; Ulloa Peña, Ruth EstherBackground: Anxiety and stress, defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), as feelings of uneasiness in the face of perceived threats and mental tension caused by difficult situations, are frequent problems that affect high school students due to the high academic demands. About 4% of the world's population currently suffers from an anxiety disorder and a third (34%) say that stress affects their lives several times. Objective: To determine the prevalence of anxiety and academic stress in high school students of the "Luis Cordero" Educational Unit, Azogues 2025-2026. Methodology: A quantitative analytical cross-sectional study was carried out, the universe was 223 students of upper elementary school of the Educational Unit "Luis Cordero", Azogues. The Hamilton Anxiety Scale and the SISCO Inventory for stress were applied. For the tabulation and analysis of the data, Microsoft Excel and Epi Info programs were used. Results: the prevalence of age varies between 11 and 15 years; giving a total of 60.09% of the female sex; within the ethnic group, 97.76% represent the mestizo group; and 78.16% belong to the urban area. Mild anxiety is the most frequent among students (65.47%), while moderate stress represents a high level (85.96%). Conclusion: The results obtained in this research show that the students of the upper elementary school of the "Luis Cordero" Educational Unit manifest a level of anxiety and stress of mild to moderate.Item AUTOESTIMA Y TRASTORNOS ALIMENTICIOS EN ESTUDIANTES DE BACHILLERATO DE CIENCIAS DEL COLEGIO “TÉCNICO SALESIANO” CUENCA, 2025 – 2026(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-04-09) Palmerola Rodas, María Emilia; Paredes Mosquera, María del Cisne; Ulloa Peña, Ruth EstherBackground: Eating disorders are a global health problem, due to their prevalence according to UNICEF and the Eating Disorders Association (ED), affecting adolescents (20%) and women (94%) aged 12-36 years. There are factors that trigger low self-esteem in adolescents such as: body image, weight loss and social pressure, increasing the risk of triggering eating disorders when trying to satisfy society and their own appearance through extreme eating behaviors. Objective: To determine self-esteem and eating disorders in high school students of Science at the “Salesian Technical” School Cuenca, 2025 – 2026. Methodology: The observational method was used, with a quantitative, analytical and cross-sectional approach, 224 high school students of Sciences of the “Salesian Technical” School were identified. Two instruments were applied: Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and EAT-26 Questionnaire, using IBM SPSS 27 programs. Chi-square (𝑋2), and a P-value <0.05 were used for the association. The results are presented in a single, double-entry table. Results: Of 224 school science students who participated, 20.98% were at risk of presenting EDs and 3.1% had medium selfesteem, 96.88% had low self-esteem; in addition, it was identified that there is no statistically significant relationship between self-esteem and EDs since it has a p-value of 0.658. Conclusion: The study showed the absence of the relationship between self-esteem and EDs, because there are possible factors such as: mental, emotional, academic and sociocultural health, which are not the subject of this study.Item Riesgos psicosociales en docentes de la Unidad Educativa Santa Isabel y la Unidad Educativa Jaime Roldós Aguilera, Santa Isabel, Cuenca, 2025-2026(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-04-09) Naranjo Jacho, Vanessa Elizabeth; Cedillo León, Irenn Margarita; Ulloa Peña, Ruth EstherBackground: Psychosocial risks refer to the working and social conditions of the worker. Teachers are vulnerable, as the face high levels of stress, excessive workloads, job instability and insecurity, and high job demands, which negatively impact their emotional, physical, and social well-being. Objective: To determine the psychosocial risks in teachers of the Santa Isabel Educational Unit and the Jaime Roldós Aguilera Educational Unit, Santa Isabel, Cuenca 2025-2026. Methodology: Quantitative, analytical, cross-sectional study with a universe of 81 teachers from the Santa Isabel and Jaime Roldós Aguilera Educational Units. A questionnaire on sociodemographic variables and the psychosocial risk assessment questionnaire in the workplace, designed by the Ministry of Labor of Ecuador, were applied. The Epi info 7.2 program was used for data analysis and tabulation, and psychosocial between sociodemographic variables and psychosocial risks was analyzed using Pearson´s chi-square test (X2), p-value < 0.05. Results: Of the 81 teachers who participated in the study, 63% presented low risk and 37% medium risk. It was identified that most of the sample consisted of women, aged between 35 and 45 years, with married status predominating. Conclusion: In this study, the low risk level was the most representative. No statistically significant relationship was found between the level of psychosocial risk and the variables of age, sex, and marital status, so the research hypothesis was rejected.Item PERCEPCIÓN DE LA SOLEDAD DE LOS ADULTOS MAYORES DE LA PARROQUIA SAYAUSÍ, CUENCA, 2025-2026(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-04-07) Arichabala Rojas, Johanna Patricia; Guncay Sigua, Lisbeth Estefania; Álvarez Heredia, María FernandaBackground: Loneliness in older adults has been extensively studied globally, demonstrating its impact on well-being and quality of life. Research has highlighted that population aging and social isolation are factors that contribute to increased disconnection and the loss of meaningful connections, making feelings of loneliness profound and frequent in this age group. Objectives: To explore the perception of loneliness among older adults in the Sayaus Parish, in the city of Cuenca, during the period 2025-2026. Methods: A qualitative study with a phenomenological approach, of a descriptive cross-sectional type, was conducted. The sample was non-probabilistic, using the convenience sampling method with adults aged 65 and over in the Sayausí Parish, until sample saturation was reached. To collect data, in-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted using a questionnaire guide. The results were presented using qualitative networks that synthesized the information. Expected results: This study sought to delve deeper into the experience of loneliness among older adults, analyzing their experiences and perceptions of this phenomenon. Furthermore, it identified social and familial factors that contributed to its occurrence and evaluated the role of support networks in reducing isolation. Based on these findings, strategies were proposed to strengthen these networks and develop effective interventions that foster social connection and improve the quality of life of older adults.Item NIVEL DE AUTOCUIDADO EN ADULTOS MAYORES DE CENTROS GERONTOLÓGICOS RESIDENCIALES, CUENCA 2025 – 2026(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-04-06) Delgado Villavicencio, Cecibel Johmara; Gueledel Zhunaula, Leicy Fernanda; Burgueño Alcalde, FranciscaThe aging of Ecuador's population is experiencing a significant demographic shift that has transformed the population pyramid. According to the National Institute of Statistics and Censuses, in 2024 there were more than one million people over 65 years of age, representing approximately 9% of the total population. This figure is estimated to double by 2050. This situation poses significant challenges for health and geriatric care systems. However, only 3% of care facilities are day and residential gerontological centers, which limits the comprehensive assessment of self-care levels in this population. The objective of this research was to assess self-care among older adults in Residential Gerontological Centers in Cuenca from 2025 to 2026 using a quantitative, descriptive-analytical, cross-sectional methodology. The Self-Care Capacity Assessment Scale (ASA) was used to collect data. The information was processed using IBM SPSS version 28, employing descriptive and inferential statistics, including cross- tabulations and chi-square and p-value tests. Two hundred and seven older adults participated. The most prevalent characteristics were: age 75-90 years (61.4%), female (60.9%), single (57%), primary education level (47.3%), no children (65.7%), vulnerability as the reason for admission (42%), and a length of stay of more than two years (67.1%). A low level of self-care was identified (72.5%), and a statistically significant association was found between the level of education (p=0.006) and the reason for admission (p=0.045) and the level of self-care.Item CONOCIMIENTOS Y ACTITUDES SOBRE LA SALUD SEXUAL Y REPRODUCTIVA DE LOS PROFESIONALES DE ENFERMERÍA, DISTRITO DE SALUD 01D04 CUENCA-NORTE, 2025-2026(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-04-02) Parra Sangacha, Lorena Estefania; Orellana Tacuri, Tamara Belen; Bermeo Vásquez, Zara JulietaBackground: For nursing personnel, it is essential to understand that according to the WHO, sexual and reproductive health is a state of physical, emotional, and social well-being related to aspects of sexuality and reproduction, and not only the absence of disease. For this reason, nurses must have adequate knowledge, as well as positive, empathetic and respectful attitudes towards sexual and reproductive health. Objective: To identify the knowledge and attitudes about sexual and reproductive health of nursing professionals, Health District 01D04 Cuenca-Norte. Methodology: A quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional study identified the knowledge and attitudes of nursing professionals in relation to sexual and reproductive health, through the structured survey "Sexuality and me", applied to 84 nursing professionals who are part of Health District 01D04. Results: 84 health professionals were evaluated, obtaining the following results in knowledge: the majority of the population has "adequate knowledge" represented by 74.45% (54), while 29.76% (25) has "very adequate knowledge". On the other hand, in attitudes, 79.76% (67) have "adequate attitudes" and 20.24% (17) have "moderately adequate attitudes". Conclusion: The majority of the population has "adequate" knowledge, which is worrying because only 6% has "very adequate" knowledge. Likewise, in the category of attitudes, no participant reached the level of "very adequate".Item APLICACIÓN DEL CICLO PLANIFICAR, HACER, VERIFICAR Y ACTUAR (PDCA) PARA EL MANEJO ESTANDARIZADO DE ENFERMERIA.(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, 2026-01-13) Aranda Déleg, Dayanna Priscila; Ordoñez Chiliquinga, María Fernanda; Tapia Cárdenas, Jeanneth PatriciaThe Plan, Do, Check and Act (PDCA) cycle is a methodological tool for continuous improvement which is used for the application, interpretation, evaluation and improvement of procedures through its four stages and begins in the planning phase where the opportunity for improvement is established, in the execution phase the goals are implemented, data is collected and recorded, in the verification phase data is analyzed and compliance with the objectives is evaluated until finally in the action phase measures are taken to improve the selected process.Item Experiencias asociadas al consumo de sustancias psicoactivas en pacientes internos del Centro “Paz y Vida”, Milagro 2024-2025(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-09-02) Herrera Sánchez, Angie Lissette; Alcivar Santana, Emely Jaidy; Campoverde Cisneros, Manuel AlfredoThe use of psychoactive substances has evolved from its cultural and ritualistic origins to become a significant global public health issue, affecting individuals of all ages and social backgrounds. This study aimed to describe the experiences associated with substance use among patients admitted to the "Paz y Vida" rehabilitation center in Milagro during 2024-2025. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, in-depth interviews were conducted with 15 male patients. Data collection involved recording, transcription, and analysis using Alasia 24.2.0 software, employing categorization and coding techniques. Findings revealed key aspects of the participants' experiences, including the age of substance use initiation, influential factors such as family and social environments, and the most commonly consumed substances, notably alcohol. The study also explored consumption methods, consequences of substance use, and associated risks, including homelessness and life-threatening situations. Furthermore, the research highlighted the patients' progress during their rehabilitation process and the positive changes observed in their lives. This study underscores the need for a comprehensive understanding of substance abuse, considering the lived experiences of affected individuals, and emphasizes the critical role of rehabilitation centers in supporting recovery and improving life outcomes.Item Estado nutricional y su influencia en el rendimiento académico en niños de 6 a 11 años de la Unidad Educativa Octavio Diaz León Parroquia “El Valle”, 2024-2025(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-07-29) Chuqui Guallpa, Deysi Estefania; Suquilanda Domínguez, Yamileth Estefania; Campoverde Cisneros, Manuel AlfredoIntroduction: The relationship between nutritional status and academic performance has garnered increasing attention in health and education research due to its impact on children's cognitive and psychosocial development during early childhood. This relationship is closely linked to the family and community environment in which children grow. Objective: This study aimed to examine the connection between nutritional status and academic performance in children aged 6 to 11 years at the Octavio Díaz León Educational Unit in the "El Valle" Parish. Methodology: An observational, analytical, cross-sectional cohort study with a quantitative approach was conducted. The study sample consisted of 99 children, selected through a sampling formula from a universe of 132 students. Demographic data such as age, gender, and educational level were collected. Nutritional status was assessed using anthropometric measurements, including weight, height, and Body Mass Index (BMI), which were interpreted based on percentile curves. Academic performance was evaluated using grades from the school year, in accordance with the Ministry of Education's grading system. Data analysis was performed using SPSS software, with frequency percentages and the Chi-square test to assess the relationship between nutritional status and academic performance. Results: The highest percentage of children (26.3%) were aged 9 years. According to percentile curves, 67.7% of children were classified as having normal weight, while overweight and obesity rates were 10.5% and 18.8%, respectively. A significant association was found between nutritional status and academic performance (p < .001), particularly among children with normal weight. Conclusion: Children with normal weight demonstrated better academic performance, with 33% of these children showing improved learning outcomes. These findings underscore the importance of implementing nutritional interventions to enhance school performance and overall well-being.Item Factores predisponentes a hipertensión arterial en adultos de 40 a 65 años que acuden al centro de salud Chorocopte Cañar, enero-diciembre 2024(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-07-08) Bernal Santander, Sonia Alexandra; Calle Quinde, Nancy Elizabeth; Villa Córdova, María LuisaArterial hypertension constitutes a serious public health issue both globally and in Ecuador. In Ecuador, the prevalence of this condition remains alarming, affecting a significant proportion of the population particularly in rural areas where access to healthcare and preventive resources is limited. This study aims to identify the predisposing factors of arterial hypertension in adults aged 40 to 65 who attend the Chorocopte Health Center, located in Cañar, during the period from January to December 2024. A cross-sectional and analytical study was conducted, based on a finite population of 455 individuals within the specified age range who receive care at the aforementioned health center. A sample of 196 patients was selected. Data collection tools included medical record reviews and a structured survey. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 23, applying both descriptive and inferential statistical methods to identify significant associations between predisposing factors and arterial hypertension. The main findings showed that 60.3% of the respondents were women, with the highest prevalence of hypertension observed among individuals aged 65 years (41%). The most common predisposing factors included sedentary lifestyle 77% of participants reported moderate levels of physical inactivity and overweight/obesity, which affected 45.6% and 28.4% of the respondents, respectively. Furthermore, 39% of those surveyed reported having at least one additional comorbidity, such as diabetes or dyslipidemia, which further complicated the management of hypertension.Item Calidad de vida en el personal profesional de enfermería del Hospital Vicente Corral Moscoso, Ecuador 2024-2025(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-07-08) Quizhpe Ochoa, Edisson Ismael; Tenezaca Pacheco, Anthony Steven; Méndez Barbecho, Nancy AlexandraNursing professionals fulfill various roles, such as: research, teaching, assistance, administration of services, among others. In the hospital environment, they have to work night shifts and work on holidays; this is in addition to the fact that the majority of the staff are women, who are responsible for extra-occupational tasks such as caring for the home and their children. This leads to a work overload that directly affects the quality of life of this population. The objective of the study was to determine the quality of life of the professional nursing staff of the “Vicente Corral Moscoso” hospital, Ecuador 2024 - 2025. A quantitative study of cross-sectional analytical design was carried out, the sample was non-probabilistic respecting proportionality quotas giving us a sample of 170. The structured interview technique was applied, the instruments applied were a sociodemographic - labor card and the WHOQOL-BREF instrument to measure the quality of life. The results showed that 80.6% of the professional nursing personnel have a regular quality of life, while 19.4% have a good quality of life and no participant scored poor quality of life. As for the dimensions of quality of life, the highest score was the psychological dimension with 66.68%, followed by social relations with 64.5%, the environment with 62.94% and the lowest score was obtained for the physical health dimension with 59.73%.Item Experiencias sobre la lactancia materna exclusiva en madres adolescentes que asisten al Centro de Salud el Valle, Cuenca 2024-2025(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-06-23) Ortega Ortega, Jennifer Samanta; Cusco López, Emily Yadira; Bermeo Vásquez, Zara JulietaBackground: The experiences of adolescent mothers in relation to exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) are often challenging. The process of becoming a mother and carrying out this practice can be more difficult for them compared to adult mothers. These experiences can hinder and facilitate the execution of exclusive breastfeeding, which involves providing nutrient-rich breast milk until 6 months of age. Therefore, the support of health personnel to adolescent mothers is essential to promote the continuity of EBF. Objective: To describe the experiences of exclusive breastfeeding in adolescent mothers who attend the El Valle Health Center, Cuenca 2024-2025. Method: Qualitative study with a phenomenological design that allowed the collection of information about the experiences of adolescent mothers in the practice of Exclusive Breastfeeding (EBF) who attend the El Valle Health Center. The information was obtained through a semi-structured interview with 7 adolescent mothers. The interpretation and analysis process was carried out using Atlas Ti software. Results: Adolescent mothers experience multiple challenges when trying to exclusively breastfeed their babies, linked to the categories of knowledge, difficulties of this practice, facilitators of EBF and the support they receive from their families and health professionals. Therefore, effective support from health personnel is essential to promote exclusive breastfeeding, allowing both mother and baby to enjoy the benefits associated with this practice.Item Nivel de satisfacción con el cuidado de las personas con enfermedad crónica no transmisible que asisten al Centro de Salud Sayausi, Cuenca 2022-2023(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-05-20) Avila Avila, Kiara Nicole; Rodríguez Sánchez, Dolores AmparitoBackground: Satisfaction with care by users is part of the indicators for continuous quality improvement, Nursing activity responds to challenges of equity, reliability, effectiveness, good treatment, respect, information, continuity and comfort, which constitute the conditions for user satisfaction. Objective: To evaluate the level of satisfaction with health care in people with chronic noncommunicable diseases who attend the Sayausí Health Subcenter, Cuenca 2023-2024.Methodology: A quantitative descriptive-analytical study was carried out, through a survey with a validated questionnaire in individuals with Chronic Non-Communicable Disease who attend the Sayausi Health Subcenter, which evaluated satisfaction with care, education and quality of service.Results: Most items showed a positive trend, with scores close to 3, indicating a good overall level of satisfaction. Strengths were identified in staff preparedness (ENSCC3), timeliness of services (ENSCC10), and the benefits of educational activities (ENSCC12). In contrast, lower satisfaction levels were observed in staff engagement (ENSCC4), accessibility procedures (ENSCC9), and administrative effectiveness (ENSCC11), suggesting areas for improvement. Conclusions: The study shows that the level of satisfaction in the health care of the users corresponded to the average level, in addition, 30% considered that their expectations were met, they would recommend and prefer the service.Item Prevalencia, tipos, factores asociados para prácticas sexuales de riesgo. Revisión bibliográfica(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-05-20) Pillajo Maldonado, Paola Alexandra; Pindo Guarquila, Jessica Elizabeth; Montaño Peralta, Bertha SorayaSexual practices are sexual-erotic activities manifested by human beings as an instinctive need, where they are classified as risky when they compromise the health of the individual and third parties in biological, psychological and social aspects. These risk activities are more prevalent in adolescents and young adults, because they practice sexual activities classified as risky sexual practices of early onset, multiple sexual partners, not using a barrier method or contraceptives during sexual intercourse, oral, vaginal or anal sex, manifesting consequences such as sexually transmitted diseases such as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), gonorrhea, unwanted pregnancy, among others. The most frequent causes are: Beginning of sexual activity under 18 years of age, under consumption of substances such as drugs and/or alcohol, sex having a higher incidence in the male population, having casual sex, not using contraceptive methods during intercourse, level of academic instruction, culture.Item Saberes andinos en respuesta a la pandemia COVID-19 y sus secuelas en la comunidad de Ilincho, Cantón Saraguro, Provincia de Loja, 2023 - 2024(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-05-16) Yanqui Pugo, Jonnathan Oliver; Ortiz Pineda, Johanna Karina; Parra Chacha, Silvia MarianelaThe global COVID-19 crisis has exacerbated the vulnerability of certain groups, including Andean indigenous communities. These communities have had to face health challenges using the knowledge available in their environment, such as the use of medicinal plants, which are an integral part of their culture and ancestral wisdom. This research aimed to: Describe this Andean knowledge that has been applied in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences in the community of Ilincho, cantón Saraguro, province of Loja, using an interpretive approach and a qualitative design, as a method. To obtain data, in-depth interviews were carried out with community social actors from the study population. Regarding data collection, it was carried out through semi-structured interviews that covered three categories: perceptions, knowledge and practices, which were directed to the practitioners of ancestral medicine from said community. The information collected allowed us to better understand the reality of the population and give us a clearer approach to the use of ancestral knowledge during the pandemic; their perceptions, knowledge and practices used as preventive measures and as treatment for COVID-19 and its consequences. The techniques described in the study are: vaporization, kambo, the use of warm and bitter plants, prepared in infusions, juices and in combination with citrus fruits, baking soda, alcoholic beverages. All this knowledge allowed us to improve health conditions and enhance the use of ancestral medicine as an alternative method in terms of prevention, treatment and post-COVID-19 sequelae.Item Percepciones y experiencias de la salud mental de los estudiantes de la carrera de enfermería de la Universidad de Cuenca 2024-2025(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-05-13) Daquilema Ayavaca, Evelyn Ximena; Álvarez Pogo, Angely Patricia; Rodríguez Sánchez, Dolores AmparitoAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health problems include disorders linked to factors such as anxiety, stress and depression. These problems tend to manifest themselves more frequently in academic contexts during the professional training stage, which can significantly complicate this process. One of the careers that presents the greatest challenges for the mental and emotional stability of students is nursing. The objective of this research is to explore the perceptions and experiences of Mental Health of the students of the Nursing Career at the University of Cuenca. This research has a qualitative approach with a phenomenological-hermeneutic design to obtain the data was used as a method semistructured in-depth interviews with students from third to ninth cycle of the nursing career, the data collected were audio recorded, transcribed into the Word platform and analyzed using the Atlas, Ti software. The information obtained will allow knowing the reality and experiences lived by the students during their professional training, thus identifying the triggering factors of mental health problems. The results showed a high prevalence of academic factors which influenced the imbalance of mental and emotional wellbeing affecting their academic and emotional development. These findings are considered fundamental for the University of Cuenca to implement strategies for a healthy academic environment.