[Reflections on nursing assistance provided to the parturient].
Manuela Beatriz Velho1, Maria Emília de Oliveira, Evanguelia Kotzias Atherino dos Santos
1Departamento de Enfermagem, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC. manuelavelho@hotmail.com
Revista Brasileira De Enfermagem
|September 14, 2010
Summary
This study reviews obstetrics nursing literature on the birth process. While recognizing nurse-midwives
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics Nursing
- Midwifery Care
- Birth Process Research
Context:
- Bibliographic analysis of LILACS, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, and SciELO databases.
- Focus on nurse-midwives, childbirth work, normal childbirth, and nursing care.
- Selected five studies for in-depth review.
Purpose:
- Identify the state of the art in obstetrics nursing production concerning the birth process.
- Contribute to future investigations and facilitate reflection on the theme.
- Analyze themes including professional regulation, care, assistance, and challenges.
Summary:
- Nurse-midwives are recognized as qualified professionals providing humanized care and supporting normal vaginal delivery.
- Studies highlight the dignity, security, and autonomy afforded to birthing mothers.
- Significant gaps remain in achieving full autonomy and ethical-legal respect for healthcare professionals and patients.
Impact:
- Informs future research in obstetrics nursing and midwifery.
- Provides a foundation for critical reflection on current practices and ethical considerations.
- Highlights the need for enhanced professional autonomy and ethical-legal frameworks in childbirth care.
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