A importância do ensino de técnicas de primeiros socorros para professores do ensino infantil

Abstract

Introduction: The school environment, as a place where a large number of children and young people interact in a variety of activities, is highly prone to accidents. In this environment, teachers are often called upon to respond to these incidents, even without knowledge or skills on basic first aid procedures. Objectives: This study aims to synthesize scientific productions related to the knowledge and training of teachers on first aid procedures for assisting children in the school environment, as well as to prepare an educational booklet composed of guidelines and practical actions aimed at helping children. Method: To carry out this study, an Integrative Literature Review was conducted based on digital articles available in full, in Portuguese, English and Spanish, published between 2010 and 2022 in the CAPES Periodicals Portal, in the Virtual Health Library (BVS) and in their respective databases: LILACS, MEDLINE, BDENF and IBECS. Subsequently, based on the findings of the scientific literature review, an educational booklet on first aid for school-age children was prepared. Results: The sample totaled 14 articles, most of which were available in the MEDLINE Database, published in 2021 and with level of evidence IV. Two categories emerged for discussion: a) Knowledge in first aid and b) Training in first aid. In a pre-test carried out, the teachers who received the booklet demonstrated satisfaction and confidence with the information received, as well as highlighting the need for practical training for this purpose. Conclusion: This study demonstrated the apparent lack of knowledge of first aid by most teachers in preschools and high schools. It was observed that health education, addressing the topic of first aid within the school environment, is fundamental to promoting teachers' knowledge. Finally, the construction of a booklet addressing the main accidents in the school environment and recommendations on first aid for each case stands out.