A efetividade das orientações de enfermagem na consulta de pré-natal para aleitamento materno exclusivo

Abstract

The objective of the study was to identify whether nursing orientations are available during prenatal consultations on exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) and how effective they are. This is a descriptive research with a qualitative approach. Data collection was performed through a semi-structured interview with 8 multi-stage women who were performing prenatal care at the Basic Palmira Mother Health Unit of the Municipality of Parintins-AM, from August to September 2017. Data were treated by Bardin's Content Analysis technique. Regarding the results, the research showed that there are guidelines on Breastfeeding (MA), yet no interviewee had knowledge about AME, how long it should be maintained and its benefits. Therefore, it is necessary to provide guidance on the different forms of MA by emphasizing the AME in an explanatory, objective and motivating way; accompanied by effective strategies