Ações de humanização em uma unidade de terapia intensiva neonatal: um relato de experiência

Abstract

The article aims to report on the humanization actions carried out in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). It is an experiential report, with a descriptive approach, carried out by a nursing resident from a Multiprofessional Residency Program with an emphasis on women's and children's health in the Central region of Rio Grande do Sul. The NICU environment encompasses strategies to minimize stressors and suffering for the family unit, including Neuroprotective Care, which is subdivided into: pain relief – nonnutritive sucking and 25% glucose, skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding, postural organization, minimal handling, and noise and light control. Additionally, Breastfeeding and Maternal Nursing, the Kangaroo Method, and Parental Support are included. The adoption of good practices aimed at humanizing NICUs should be based on the construction of singular care, guided by initiatives that can provide effective strategies in promoting the welcoming, physical, psychosocial, and spiritual well-being of the newborn (NB), their family, and the assisting team. The experience as a nursing resident in a NICU was of utmost importance for acquiring new theoretical and practical knowledge and for the enhancement of skills. The recording of good practices is essential for the promotion of evidence-based knowledge, which demonstrates in literature and in practice, its effectiveness and importance in the day-to-day health care of the NB and family.