THE IMPORTANCE OF THE FAMILY HEALTH NURSE IN TRAINING FAMILIES

• DOI: 10.22533/at.ed.1593762320097

• Palavras-chave: Family Nurse; Family Health; Training; Families.

• Keywords: Family Nurse; Family Health; Training; Families.

• Abstract:

  Framework: The aging of the population means that the care provided by families becomes increasingly important and this will be more effective the more capable they are. Objectives: The objective of this article is to understand the extent to which the intervention of the Family Health Nurse, in the process of training families, can be relevant, in terms of obtaining health gains. Methodology: Classic literature review and narrative and critical-reflective description of the bibliography consulted, looking for evidence that the Family Health Nurse is able to empower the family. Results: The Nurse must develop a holistic view of the family, seeking, whenever possible, to involve them in dialogue and, thus, in the pursuit of the defined objectives. The promotion of family empowerment, by the Nurse Specialist in Family Health Nursing, deserves particular attention, as results from the respective Regulation of Specific Competencies. Conclusion: The more adequate the care provided by families, the more evident the achievement of health gains will be, and it is essential that the process of training them is successful. The Family Health Nurse is a professional prepared to develop this process.