Formação profissional para atuação com paciente sem possibilidade terapêutica na atenção básica

Abstract

This study discusses the training of health professionals in primary health care in the performance of cancer patients without therapeutic possibility in view of the demands presented in the field of health in relation to the care of terminal cancer patients and the challenge to structure this line of care in search for comprehensive care. The research dealt with is a qualitative study, conducted through interviews with health professionals in the region west of Santa Maria, RS, and Ready Care Unit. We interviewed 85 health professionals. It was noticed that the professionals at the primary care network does not feel qualified to serve patients without cancer therapeutic possibility, due to the training and qualification for the job do not meet this demand, concluding that graduate and professional training of health as well as managers through training in primary care network, should pay attention to this new need in the health field.