Plano de intervenção para combater a mortalidade infantil na Região de Saúde de Carangola: um desafio para o SUS

Abstract

Infant mortality in the health region Carangola has presented significant numbers and, therefore highlighting the negative scenario of health indicators of Minas Gerais. Remember that this is a fact which serves to measure the quality and effectiveness of health services offered in states and municipalities. Considering the fact that at its core, it is observed that many initiatives have been developed over the years by the government, institutions and society itself to prevent this injury, but little resoluteness since the prevailing high rates. Thus, the aim of this study is to quantify and understand the causes of infant deaths in this region, as well as develop a proposal for intervention aimed at reducing this disease. Therefore, this work draws upon in references on the topic and was developed within a descriptive qualitative approach , using a literature review . The study seeks to contribute to the improvement of care for pregnant women and children in the Health System through an intervention plan for the Crew of Primary Health Care to develop strategic actions to combat child mortality in line with the teams of hospital care. The proposed action is in the development of an instrument which facilitates greater interaction between the teams primary health care and hospital care team, to provide a continuous and quality care for pregnant women , postpartum women and drink . This is a starting point for the development of numerous discussions and assistance propositions about preventing child mortality and ensure life.