Nurses’ perceptions on the effectiveness of the national policy for integral men healthcare

International Journal of Development Research

Volume: 
10
Article ID: 
20600
6 pages
Research Article

Nurses’ perceptions on the effectiveness of the national policy for integral men healthcare

Iasmin B. Silva, Jéssica F. Rangel, Cecília C. B. Calazans, Camila V. de Carvalho, Elisabeth S.P. da Silva, Ingrid da S.Mendonça, Perla G.Feitosa, Ana P. B. C. Borrajo, Arianna N.N. Teixeira, Fátima D. W.Ferreira, Allex A. S. de Sousa, Diogenes J. G. Coutinho and Dayse C.R. P. Luz

Abstract: 

Objective: To analyze, based on the nurses' perception, how PNAISH is carried out. Methodology: a descriptive / qualitative study, using a semi-structured interview with nurses from the Family’s Health Strategy Program (FHS) of Itaitinga-Ceará-Northeast-Brazil. The study analysis was Bardin-based and its discussion was made in the light of the available literature on the topic. Results and Discussion: three categories were listed: 1) PNAISH Effectiveness; 2) Factors that prevent and facilitate the promotion of integral male healthcare and 3) Actions developed in favor of attention to men's healthcare. Final considerations: A non-integral and singular assistance was evidenced. PNAISH needs better strategies to be effectively implemented in public healthcare practicing.

DOI: 
https://doi.org/10.37118/ijdr.20600.12.2020
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