Prevenção do câncer de colo: atuação do enfermeiro na atenção primária à saúde

Abstract

To analyze and describe the role of nurses' work in the prevention and promotion of health in the face of cervical cancer. Method: An integrative literature review was performed on the importance of the nurse in the prevention of women's health promotion related to cervical cancer. The bibliographic survey was carried out in the databases of Literature in Health Sciences (LILACS), Scientific Electronic Library Online (Scielo), Google Scholar and booklets of the Ministry of Health. Results: Primary health care - PHC constitutes individual, family and collective health actions that involve promotion, prevention, protection, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, harm reduction, palliative care and health surveillance, developed through integrated care practices and qualified management carried out by a multidisciplinary team and directed to the population for which they assume responsibility. (Ministry of Health, 2012). In this scenario, the nurse develops an important strategic role that aims to screen for cervical cancer, developing educational actions, home visits, nursing consultations and other actions. (FRANCO, 2012). Conclusion: The nurse allocated in PHC has an essential role in the promotion and prevention of cervical cancer. Using strategies focused on health education and bonding allows us to provide more meaningful and effective care.