Perception of nursing professionals regarding the assistance provided to women in the process of induced abortion

Abstract

Objective: To understand the perception of nursing professionals regarding the assistance provided to women undergoing an induced abortion process. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study with a qualitative approach. Interviews were conducted with nursing professionals, who answered a questionnaire made available through a link on the Google Forms® platform. Results: Nineteen female professionals participated in the research, with a prevalence aged between 25 and 34 years (42.1%). There was a greater number of participants who had some professional specialization (47.4%). After collecting and interpreting the statements, they were organized into two themes: "Preparation", from which the following categories emerged: lack of preparation, emotion and humanization; "Feelings", from which the following categories emerged: judgment, empathy and ethics. The professionals' technical and emotional preparation is a factor that is directly associated with care security. During assistance to women, the following must be ensured: privacy, resoluteness, comprehensive care, welcoming, empathy and humanized care. Conclusion: Nursing professionals are of great importance in the activity of listening and welcoming, providing a humanized and holistic service to that woman, allowing the environment to be comfortable so that they can express their true afflictions and guide the appropriate conduct in each situation.