Health education for the prevention of systemic arterial hypertension in primary health care: flow diagram

Abstract

Objective: To report the experience of sixth-semester nursing students in organizing and conducting an educational activity on the prevention and control of arterial hypertension at a polyclinic linked to the Unified Health System in Rio de Janeiro. Experience report: In the first semester of 2025, during the Nursing Management I course, a participatory planning approach was used to develop the educational activity. Students actively participated from the diagnosis of needs to the development of strategies, integrating theory and practice. The choice of topic resulted from qualified listening, guiding the creation of informative materials such as pamphlets and comic strips, and activities like blood pressure measurement, interviews, and individual guidance. Systematic planning fostered public engagement, as participants sought to clarify doubts and expand their knowledge about health, prevention, and quality of life. Efficacy was demonstrated by the immediate referral of a user with elevated blood pressure, confirming the transformative potential of the adopted methodology. Final considerations: The experience highlighted the importance of educational strategies in primary healthcare, emphasizing the fundamental role of nursing management in the articulation, planning, and effective execution of actions. This ensured the effectiveness of interventions, strengthened community empowerment, and promoted the critical and humanized training.