Clinical Management of Nurses in Primary Health Care for Pregnant Women with Cardiovascular Diseases: an integrative review

Una revisión integradora

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55892/jrg.v8i18.2177

Keywords:

Primary Health Care, Cardiovascular Diseases, Nursing Care, Pregnant Women

Abstract

Cardiovascular diseases are one of the leading causes of death among women of reproductive age, with increased risks during pregnancy. Strict monitoring, especially in Primary Health Care, is essential, with nurses working on early identification and coordination of care to prevent complications. Systematization of care and health education promoted by nurses are essential for the self-care of pregnant women. The study investigates the care practices of nurses for pregnant women with cardiovascular diseases, using the integrative review methodology of Silveira, Mendes and Galvão (2019). The research was conducted in databases such as PubMed, Scopus and Ebsco, with inclusion and exclusion criteria defined for articles published between 2019 and 2024. When reviewing 11 articles, countries such as Canada and Indonesia stand out, with most publications in English. The study emphasizes the importance of an individualized treatment plan and the role of nurses in the early identification of cardiovascular conditions, in addition to multidisciplinary collaboration. Self-care, physical activity and adequate nutrition are essential. Nursing care is crucial for the health of women and babies, addressing biopsychosocial needs. Nurses also act as health educators, promoting self-care and preventing complications associated with cardiovascular diseases. This integrated approach ensures a healthy and safe pregnancy for mother and child, as evidenced by several studies.

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Author Biographies

Lucas Pereira de Oliveira Franco, Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte, CE, Brasil

Graduando(a) em Enfermagem pela Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte | FMJ.

Wedna Vidal da Silva, Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte, CE, Brasil

Nursing student at the Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte, Ceará, Brasil

Maria Maglânia Magalhães Ribeiro, Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte, CE, Brasil

Nursing student at the Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte, Ceará, Brasil

Thamires Clemente Tenório, Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte, CE, Brasil

Nursing student at the Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte, Ceará, Brasil

Luiza Palácio Pinheiro, Faculdade de Medicina Estácio IDOMED de Juazeiro do Norte, CE, Brasil

Medical student at Faculdade de Medicina Estácio IDOMED de Juazeiro do Norte, Ceará, Brasil

Giseli Luna Silva, Faculdade de Medicina Estácio IDOMED de Juazeiro do Norte, CE, Brasil

Medical student at Faculdade de Medicina Estácio IDOMED de Juazeiro do Norte, Ceará, Brasil

Giovana Menezes Jacó Silva, Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte

Nursing student at the Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte, Ceará, Brasil

Joíce Fabrício de Souza, Universidade de Fortaleza

Nurse from the Faculdade de Medicina Estácio de Juazeiro do Norte, Ceará, Brasil; Master in Public Health; Regional Supporter of Continuing Education in Health at the Health Department of the State of Ceará (SESA).

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Published

2025-06-13

How to Cite

FRANCO, L. P. de O.; SILVA, W. V. da; RIBEIRO, M. M. M.; TENÓRIO, T. C.; PINHEIRO, L. P.; SILVA, G. L.; SILVA, G. M. J.; SOUZA, J. F. de. Clinical Management of Nurses in Primary Health Care for Pregnant Women with Cardiovascular Diseases: an integrative review: Una revisión integradora. JRG Journal of Academic Studies, Brasil, São Paulo, v. 8, n. 18, p. e082177, 2025. DOI: 10.55892/jrg.v8i18.2177. Disponível em: https://revistajrg.com/index.php/jrg/article/view/2177. Acesso em: 18 jun. 2025.

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