O impacto da assistência humanizada da enfermagem no trabalho de parto: um relato de experiência em um hospital universitário

Abstract

Vaginal birth is a singular event, shaped by emotional and physiological experiences that are directly influenced by the quality of care provided. This qualitative, descriptive study presents an experience report on the role of a nursing intern in caring for a laboring woman at a university hospital in the Triângulo Mineiro region of Brazil. Grounded in national guidelines and scientific literature on humanized childbirth, the report underscores the importance of active listening, respect for women’s autonomy, and the application of non-pharmacological pain relief techniques, such as lumbar massage, hydrotherapy, ambulation, and upright positioning, in supporting the physiological progression of labor and reducing maternal and neonatal morbidity (Ayres, 2018; Bento et al., 2022; De Oliveira, 2013). The findings reinforce that humanized care requires the integration of technical expertise, ethical practice, and sensitivity, with obstetric nurses playing a central role in safeguarding maternal agency and avoiding unnecessary interventions (Brasil, 2002; Castro & Clapis, 2005). This experience demonstrates that hands-on training in real clinical settings strengthens professional development by consolidating clinical competence with theoretical knowledge, while fostering a sustained social commitment to women’s health.