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Proyecto de Titulación embargado con fines de publicación de impacto
(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2025) Pesantez Cobos , María Cristina; Cabrera Cabrera , Gladys Eulalia; 0105336697
Modificación de los requisitos de postulación para presidentes o asambleístas de cara a las elecciones de 2025.
(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2025) Armijos Guillén, Josué Alexander; Moreno Morejon, Fernando Patricio; 0706211026
The 2008 Constitution of Ecuador and the Code of Democracy regulate the requirements for running for the Presidency and the National Assembly based on age, nationality, and the possession of political rights. However, these requirements show limited capacity to guarantee suitability and transparency in elections, which weakens public confidence in democracy.
It is necessary to reform the requirements for candidacy to strengthen institutions and democracy, grounded in suitability, transparency, and ethics, without violating the political rights recognized in the Constitution and in international treaties, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the American Convention on Human Rights.
Therefore, the debate on modifying the requirements for running for President and Assembly members in Ecuador should be seen as an opportunity to strengthen the effectiveness of democracy through our representatives or leaders, ensuring fair electoral participation and guaranteeing that those who hold these positions have the ethical, moral, and professional legitimacy that the public interest demands.
Conocimientos, actitudes y hábitos de fotoprotección en estudiantes de la Universidad Católica de Cuenca, Azogues – Ecuador. 2024
(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2025) Peña Carrión, Nataly Cristina; Toalongo Sucuzhañay, Deysi Maribel; Peláez Vélez, Luzmila Carolina; 1150297396; 0302892534
Background: At the Catholic University of Cuenca, Azogues campus, there are no previous studies on knowledge, attitudes, and habits regarding sun protection, despite the high exposure to UV radiation in the region, which highlights the need for research to promote effective prevention of sun damage. Objective: To determine the knowledge, attitudes, and habits related to sun protection among students at the Catholic University of Cuenca, Azogues, Ecuador, 2024. Methodology: An observational, prospective, and cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach was conducted at the Azogues campus between March and August, 2024. A total of 345 students were selected through stratified random sampling according to age, sex, and academic program. Participants completed an adapted and validated version of the “CHACES Questionnaire.” Data were analyzed using SPSS version 2.0. Results: The sample included 345 students with an average age of 20.7 years, mostly women (58%). Of the participants, 59.42% demonstrated an intermediate level of knowledge about sun protection, while only 1.45% had a high level, with no significant differences by gender. Also, 52.5% rejected tanning, and 39.7% showed high awareness of sunscreen use. Among the other aspects, 48.7% reported regular sunscreen use, although other measures such as appropriate clothing and eye protection were less common. Conclusions: A high percentage of students have intermediate knowledge about sun protection. Although sunscreen use was common, other preventive measures such as appropriate clothing and eye protection were less frequently practiced. The relevance of this study lies in identifying gaps in knowledge and practices related to sun protection and in the need to implement effective preventive strategies in this population.
Keywords: knowledge, attitudes and practices, university students, sun protection, UV radiation
Enfermedades neurológicas relacionadas a la eutanasia y suicidio asistido. Revisión Sistemática
(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2025) Benavides Ortega, Flor Nayely; Crespo Domíguez, Juan Sebastián; 0302743182
Background: Euthanasia and assisted suicide are terms that emerged in the Roman Empire as practices intended to provide a dignified death to patients experiencing unbearable suffering. In neurology, various conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Friedreich’s ataxia are relevant causes for requesting euthanasia or assisted suicide. Objective: To describe the main neurological diseases for which euthanasia and assisted suicide are requested in countries where they are legally practiced, addressing the following research question: What are the main neurological diseases for which euthanasia and assisted suicide are requested? Methods: The review included case-control articles, meta-analyses, randomized controlled trials, case series, and undergraduate and graduate theses. Data were collected from databases, including PubMed, Cochrane, Scopus, WoS, Taylor & Francis, and Redalyc. Results: Applying the PRISMA methodology yielded 37,638 results, of which, after applying inclusion and exclusion criteria, 16 articles were selected. Of these, five address legislation in different countries, six present cases of neurological diseases for which medical assistance to die was requested, and four report relevant statistics on euthanasia and assisted suicide.
Conclusions: Euthanasia and assisted suicide, legalized in 12 countries, are based on terminal illnesses and intolerable physical and emotional suffering. The main neurodegenerative diseases involved are Parkinson's, dementia, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Friedrich's ataxia. The rates of requests for these procedures are on the rise.
Keywords: euthanasia, assisted suicide, legal framework, neurological diseases
Screening del Síndrome del Túnel Carpiano en el personal operativo de la CB Cooperativa en las provincias Azuay y Cañar. Ecuador. 2024
(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2025) Arévalo Sarmiento, Anabel Maritza; Galarza Alvarez , Sandra Maritza; Peñafiel Encalada, Alicia; 0302263892; 0107370108
Background: Continuous and excessive repetition of manual activities negatively impacts the hands and wrists, a situation most commonly observed in the workplace, and predominantly affects women. Objective: To determine the prevalence of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) among the operational staff of the Small Business Savings and Credit Cooperative Biblián LTDA in the provinces of Azuay and Cañar during 2024. Methodology: A qualitative-quantitative approach was adopted with a non-experimental, observational, cross-sectional, and descriptive design. In the quantitative component, two instruments were applied: a sociodemographic data survey and the Boston Questionnaire, aimed at assessing the severity of symptoms and functional status. The population consisted of 207 male and female employees from the CB Cooperative in Azuay and Cañar, and a census was used to collect the entire sample. Data were gathered through Google Forms and processed using SPSS software, version 24. Results: The analysis reveals that, among the 200 participants, 32% presented a low risk of CTS, 54% a moderate risk, and 14% a high risk. Higher prevalence and severity of symptoms were observed among women and in the 31-40 age group. Conclusions: The study concludes that the operational staff of the CB Cooperative in Azuay and Cañar present a high prevalence of CTS symptoms, with higher incidence and severity of symptoms in women and older workers.
Keywords: Median nerve, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Boston Questionnaire, Paresthesia, Joint pain
