Perception of nurses on diagnosis and follow-up of women with post-department depression

Abstract

Objective: To analyze nurses' perceptions about the diagnosis and monitoring of postpartum depression in Divinópolis-MG. Method: Qualitative, descriptive study, carried out in the period of September 2018 through a semi-structured and referential Minayo script, with a sample of nine nurses from the Family Health Strategy. Results: Nurses do not have pre-defined literary support to follow if they encounter women in postpartum depression, and these are directed to the psychologist or psychiatrist. In the units, there is no training for professionals related to the theme, negatively impacting the service, making it fragmented. There is no advice from the municipality to assist nursing professionals in dealing with these women. Mechanisms related to active search are used in most units of the study. Conclusion: Municipal advice directly related to the topic is extremely important, since it contributes to comprehensive care that goes according to the guidelines of the Unified Health System.