PARTICIPACIÓN DE LA ENFERMERA EN LA EDUCACIÓN DE LA FAMILIA Y DE LA COMUNIDAD

Abstract

The participation of nurses in family and community education is essential for health promotion and disease prevention, so this study aims to identify the participation of nurses in family and community education, for which the quantitative, cross-sectional and descriptive methodology was used. The study universe was composed of 50 nursing professionals from the emergency and outpatient areas of a Type C Health Center; the sample was made up of 50 nursing professionals, to whom the survey was applied as a technique. It was observed that 78% are female, 48% are between 20 and 30 years old, and 72% have a degree in nursing. Regarding intramural activities, 82% have a high level of participation in pre-consultation, 70% in consultation, and 68% in disease prevention and post-consultation. However, only 36% participate in the referral and transfer of patients with tuberculosis, and 48% in the annual operational plan and educational talks. In extramural activities, 84% participate in vaccination campaigns, 78% in health education, and 70% in home visits and health fairs. In conclusion, although the nursing staff demonstrates high commitment in multiple key areas, it is essential to improve training and resources in areas of lesser involvement to ensure comprehensive and effective health care that adequately responds to the needs of the population.