Nursing care during labor in a model maternity unit: cross-sectional study

Aim: To evaluate nursing care measures offered to women in labor before delivery in the model maternity unit of Vale do Jurua region/AC, according to the dictates of care quality indicators proposed by the Ministry of Health. Method: Cross-sectional study, descriptive and quantitative approach, part...

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Published in:	Online Brazilian journal of nursing Vol. 14; no. 1; p. 32
Main Authors:	Lucas, Maria Tamires Barroso, Rocha, Maria Jose Francalino, Costa, Kleynianne Medeiros de Mendonca, de Oliveira, Gilmar Giles, Melo, Janille de Oliveira
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Niteroi Fluminense Federal University, Nursing Activities Interest Group 01-01-2015 Universidade Federal Fluminense, Mestrado Profissional em Enfermagem
Subjects:	Analysis Care and treatment Cross-sectional studies Delivery (Childbirth) Maternal health services Nursing care Obstetrical nursing
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Summary:	Aim: To evaluate nursing care measures offered to women in labor before delivery in the model maternity unit of Vale do Jurua region/AC, according to the dictates of care quality indicators proposed by the Ministry of Health. Method: Cross-sectional study, descriptive and quantitative approach, participant observation method. Results: There were no restrictions on fluids, or permanence of a companion; non-pharmacological methods were stimulated; the absence of the use of the partograph was noteworthy (A); enemas, intestinal cleansers and shaving were eliminated from the routine procedures (B); some pain relief technologies without sufficient evidence for their indication were not used (C); frequent vaginal examination, cardiotocography and oxytocics administration occurred in more than 30% of cases, according to each conduct. Conclusion: excellence in care provision in delivery requires reflection of the parts involved, as well as implementation and consolidation of existing public policies to ensure comprehensive and humane care measures. Descriptors: Humanizing Delivery; Nursing Care; Labor, Obstetric.
ISSN:	1676-4285 1676-4285
DOI:	10.5935/1676-4285.20155067