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Prefácio - Transforming Remote Work and Tourism in the Digital Nomad Era
Publication . Correia, Ricardo; Martins, Márcio Ribeiro; Fontes, Ruta;
The emergence of digital nomadism and remote work has redefined the global landscape of employment and travel. Once considered a niche lifestyle, remote work has become a mainstream phenomenon, driven by technological advancements and shifting workplace cultures. The COVID- 19 pandemic accelerated this transition, compelling businesses and individuals alike to embrace flexible work arrangements. As a result, the intersection of remote work and tourism has sparked significant transformations in local economies, urban planning, and cultural dynamics. This volume delves into the multifaceted implications of digital nomadism, exploring its impact on workforce mobility, tourism economies, and sustainable development.
Visitors’ Space–Time Behaviour at Parque Biológico De Vinhais
Publication . Rodrigues, Isabel; Martins, Márcio Ribeiro; Esteves, Elsa Tavares;
This research mainly aims to analyse the space–time behaviour of visitors to the Parque Biológico de Vinhais (PBV) in Portugal. The Park is an ecotourism destination in the Montesinho protected area, where environmental education and respect for nature are practised. Data was collected by tracking visitors using a smartphone app with GPS (Global Positioning System) technology. It was concluded that, on average, the duration of the visits was approximately 1 h and 10 min and that, during this time, the visitors were in motion for an average of 20.5 min and stationary for an average of 53.3 min. The average distance covered was 1209 m. As for the movements made by the visitors tracked, there was a greater concentration of visitors on the park’s central walkway. As they move away from the central walkway, the density of movements decreases. Understanding the space–time behaviour of visitors is fundamental for the intelligent management of attractions and tourist destinations, allowing us to develop market strategies that are more suited to demand. Several managerial and methodological contributions are presented in the conclusions.
The role of tax instruments in managing overtourism
Publication . Martins, Catarina Antónia; Aguiar, Nina;
The tourism activity has largely evolved in the last decades. Until 2017, the phenomenon of overtourism did not receive particular attention from academia and it also did not attract particular attention from the tourism trade but the topic exploded in literature in 2018 and 2019 (Koens et al., 2018; Veríssimo et al., 2020). The purpose of the present study is to present a literature review about overtourism and how can tax instruments help manage tourism in destinations.
Assertiveness in family nurses
Publication . Machado, Dora; Almeida, Assunção; Brás, Manuel Alberto; Vilela, António Carlos Lopes
Assertiveness is a crucial social skill for effective and efficient communication in nursing (Montezeli et al., 2018). At the professional level, its lack can generate conflicts, frustrations and loss of essential information, compromising the care process (Silva, 2018). In contrast, becoming more assertive contributes to the success of the therapeutic relationship with users and families, by promoting: greater recognition and respect for the nurse as a person and professional; greater satisfaction in the performance of tasks and in the relationship with the team and the user; and also greater security for the user (Haladin et al., 2015; Nakamura et al., 2017; Omura et al., 2017). In addition, it can protect nurses from the daily pressure to which they are exposed and from situations that trigger stress and depression (Alves, 2016).
The World Health Organization (WHO, 2016) recognizes assertive communication as essential in the global challenge for patient safety.
Factors associated with adherence to medication regimens in older adults in northern Portugal
Publication . Brás, Manuel Alberto; Magalhães, Carlos Pires; Machado, Dora; Paradinha, Fernanda maria Rodrigues Afonso
The World Health Organization defines older adults as individuals aged 65 and over. This demographic
often faces significant challenges in adhering to their therapeutic regimens due to an increase in health
problems and subsequent polypharmacy. This observational, descriptive, analytical, cross-sectional
cohort study, employing a quantitative paradigm, assessed medication regimen adherence in 400 older
adults from a municipality in Northern Portugal. It also explored the relationship between adherence,
their degree of dependency, and various sociodemographic and clinical variables. Data were collected
using a questionnaire that included sociodemographic and clinical questions, the Medication Adherence
Scale (MAT), and the Barthel Index. With an average age of 75.33±7.34 years and a female majority, the
results showed that 82.75% of participants adhered to their therapeutic regimen. A statistically significant
association was found between adherence and educational qualifications, with lower adherence observed
among illiterate individuals. The need for constant guidance in preparing medication and the substitution
of prescribed drugs were also significantly associated with lower adherence. While a trend of decreasing
adherence with increasing age and number of diseases/medications was noted, these associations were
not statistically significant. Additionally, it was found that non-adherent individuals had, on average, a
lower functional (Barthel) index. We conclude that therapeutic adherence in older adults is a complex,
multidimensional issue. It requires an integrated approach involving healthcare professionals, family
members, and caregivers to foster effective adherence and enhance quality of life. Intervention strategies
must be tailored to the specific needs of this population.