Cartilha de orientações de enfermagem para desospitalização de pacientes adultos em uso de sonda de alimentação

Abstract

Introduction: The dehospitalization of patients using feeding tubes and nutritional therapy is a process experienced with numerous uncertainties and which can result in complications and frequent hospital readmissions. Health education at the time of hospital discharge is an important strategy for continuity of care and promoting the autonomy of patients and their families. In this context, the role of the nurse is essential to ensure that the transition process occurs safely and effectively. Objective: To prepare an informative booklet regarding the actions and care to be carried out when managing feeding tubes for adult patients in the process of dehospitalization at HC-UFU. Methodology: This is a methodological study conducted from February to November 2024, for the creation and subsequent application of an informative booklet for discharge guidance aimed at patients hospitalized at HC-UFU. The search was carried out on the VHL portal, Pubmed, Web of Science and CAPES portal, using the descriptors: enteral nutrition, nursing care, adult and patient discharge. Results: An educational booklet was created in printed and digital versions with access via QRCode, with approaches to enteral nutrition, types of feeding tubes, methods of preserving and administering diets, management of possible complications and complications related to nutritional therapy via tube in the domicile. Discussion: Using the guidance booklet is a valuable strategy to strengthen health education in the management of feeding tubes at home, as it allows patients, family members and caregivers to have a reference to consult the information in times of doubt. Conclusion: The nurses' guidelines provide educational support, contributing to improving the quality of life of patients undergoing nutritional therapy, and promoting safer and more effective home care.