Federal council of nursing on the COVID-19 tour: digital communication in the light of habermasian theory
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.36489/nursing.2021v24i277p5847-5856Keywords:
Pandemics, Coronavirus, Health communication, Nursing, EmpowermentAbstract
Objective: To analyze the articles published by the Federal Nursing Council during the COVID-19 pandemic in the light of the Habermasian communicative action theory. Method: Qualitative documentary study, carried out from May to July 2020, using pandemic news published by the municipality as the primary source. The material was organized through thematic content analysis and discussed based on the theory and related literature. Results: The council produced technical note materials as instruments to guide professionals and approved resolutions and regulations. The performance of the system was focused on the acquisition and distribution of protective equipment through regional offices, lawsuits, the creation of an observatory and an emotional support channel for professionals. Conclusion: Communication with awareness and knowledge to nursing professionals was prioritized, empowering them in work processes in the pandemic context.