EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES AS GUIDANCE STRATEGIES FOR WOMEN TO COPE WITH THE PUERPERIUM

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.15943324270311

• Palavras-chave: Postpartum; Multidisciplinary health team; Nursing.

• Keywords: Postpartum; Multidisciplinary health team; Nursing.

• Abstract:

  Introduction: The postpartum period is a phase of changes in a woman's body and mind, which is often not understood. Technologies have been planned and implemented taking into consideration, the need to translate technical-scientific knowledge into tools and, thus, improve the quality of care. Objective: To understand the scientific evidence which technologies are being developed as an educational and guidance strategy for women to face the postpartum period. Method: This is an integrative literature review study with a descriptive design. The search took place in May 2023. Results: Seven articles were included in the corpus of this study. In these it is possible to see that: Health education, as a health promotion strategy, constitutes a strategy that enhances nursing care for women. Educational action is a guiding axis for nursing practice in the various areas of activity, especially in primary health care services. Conclusion: The use of educational technologies has motivated couples to self-care and care for the baby, increasing the level of knowledge and confidence during the postpartum period. The use of these technologies contributes to the communication process between parents and nurses, with a view to encouraging healthy practices and discouraging those that are not appropriate at the moment.