INTEGRATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY PRACTICES FOR PERFORMING ONCOTIC CYTOLOGY IN PRIMARY HEALTH CARE

Authors

  • Maiara Fabiany Dantas Silva Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte
  • Maria Eduarda Silva de Araújo Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte
  • Juliana Iscarlaty Freire de Araújo Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte
  • Renata Cardoso Oliveira Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte
  • Mércio Gabriel de Araújo Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte
  • Héllyda de Souza Bezerra Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17695/rcsne.vol22.n3.p336-344

Keywords:

Papanicolaou Test, Women’s Health, Complementary Therapies, Primary Health Care

Abstract

Introduction: Cervical cancer presents high morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. The Pap smear is responsible for about 80% of early cancer detection; however, there is low adherence to the test due to cultural, social, psychological, and economic factors that affect timely detection and reduction of mortality from this cancer. Objective: To analyze the use of music therapy and aromatherapy in performing oncotic cytology for women. Methodology: This is a descriptive, exploratory study with a qualitative approach. It was conducted in a municipality in the interior of Rio Grande do Norte from July and October 2023. The age range included women from 18 to 64 years, with a sample consisting of 15 women. Data collection was performed using a semi-structured questionnaire. The information obtained was analyzed by content according to Bardin. Results: The study included 15 women, aged between 21 and 63 years. The research findings are categorized into two areas: the feelings of women related to undergoing the preventive exam; and the participants' perceptions of the sample collection with the use of Integrative and Complementary Practices applied in the study. Despite knowing the importance of undergoing the exam periodically, participants do not adhere to the recommended schedule due to various factors. Conclusions: Feelings such as shame and tension are factors that influence adherence to the preventive exam and affect the seeking of services. Therefore, the use of Integrative and Complementary Practices is effective when aiming to build a humanized approach and establish a bond between the professional and the patient.

Published

2024-12-17

How to Cite

Silva, M. F. D., Silva de Araújo, M. E., Araújo, J. I. F. de, Oliveira, R. C., Araújo, M. G. de, & Bezerra, H. de S. (2024). INTEGRATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY PRACTICES FOR PERFORMING ONCOTIC CYTOLOGY IN PRIMARY HEALTH CARE. Revista De Ciências Da Saúde Nova Esperança, 22(3), 336–344. https://doi.org/10.17695/rcsne.vol22.n3.p336-344

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Section

Ciências da Saúde/Artigo Original