[Nursing process: sequences in care make a difference]

Area of Science:

• Nursing Science
• Qualitative Research
• Medical Sociology

Context:

• Explores the male nurse's perspective within a hospital setting.
• Focuses on the integration of a new care methodology.
• Investigates the significance system, values, and beliefs influencing male nurses.

Purpose:

• To understand the male nurse's viewpoint on new care methodologies.
• To uncover the values and beliefs guiding male nurses' practice.
• To analyze the impact of a new care approach on male nursing roles.

Summary:

• Employs ethnographic interviews and data analysis based on James Spradley's methodology.
• Identified the core theme: "Sequence in care makes the difference".
• Reveals insights into a previously underexplored aspect of Brazilian nursing.

Impact:

• Provides a male nurse perspective on understanding and acting within new assistance methodologies.
• Highlights the importance of sequential care in nursing practice.
• Contributes to a clearer understanding of the male nursing role in Brazil.