Plano de ação para prevenção do câncer de colo do útero no Centro de Saúde Gusmão e Centauro, Eunápolis, Bahia

Abstract

This study intends to develop a plan of action to increase coverage of the Papanicolaou test in women 25-64 years, residing in the territory of the Center for Health Gusmão e Centauro, in the city of Eunápolis / Bahia. This initiative is due to the fact that the number of tests performed by the Center for Health Gusmão e Centauro is insignificant ( less than 10% of the number of calls ) on the number of patients served by the health center said. This study is based on the methodology of situational analysis Carlos Matus. The achievement of your goal is based on the involvement of actors to cope with situations problems to be overcome. In this case, increased prevention and care for cervical cancer in women 25-64 years. The results of this work were realized in identifying strategies to address women residing in the catchment area of Center for Health Gusmão e Centauro, with the goal of increasing the number of Papanicolaou tests performed by this health unit. This study also pointed to the need for health education and humane care by health professionals, including nurses, as a possible strategy for better service to the community.