The insertion of the systematization of nursing care in the context of people with special needs

Abstract

Objective: This research appeared in the interest of nursing students by area of mental health need to expand the area of the nurse, the demand of people in the Association of Parents and Friends of Exceptional Children (APAE) and believe that you can contribute towards improving the quality of life of people with special needs. The objective was to develop with learners from an institution of special education, family and educators to Nursing Care System (EAS). Method: we opted for the convergent-care, with three participants who attended APAE and their families, a total of five people. Results: there were qualitative changes in hygiene, nutrition and general physiological care of the participants. Conclusion: the implementation of the NCS has been revealed as a work tool capable of improving the quality of life for participants and family.