Educational activity about low-risk prenatal care in Primary Health Care
Keywords:
Permanent education, Prenatal care, Primary health careAbstract
The article describes an educational experience carried out by medical students during their internship in Teaching-Service-Community Integration (IESC) IV. The aim of the activity was to raise awareness of low-risk prenatal care in Primary Health Care, in accordance with national guidelines, with a view to ensuring a healthy and safe birth. As well as reporting on partner prenatal care, which was also addressed as an innovative strategy introduced by the Ministry of Health, seeking to involve men in reproductive planning actions and improve access to health services. The activity included role-playing, dynamics about myths and truths related to prenatal consultations, talks about care during pregnancy, vaccinations, health checks and breastfeeding promotion. In addition, the article emphasizes the importance of integrating teaching, services and the community to promote maternal and child health and points out that the experience was enriching for both the students and the community.