Violência obstétrica na visão da enfermagem

Abstract

The gestational period is an experience where the pregnant woman and her family create many expectations for the new, especially regarding the birth period. When this period, most desired and which brings with it insecurities, does not occur with the expected welcome and still under oppression from health professionals, this results in obstetric violence. Justification: the present study is justified by the importance ofthe topic and knowledge of the subject by nursing professionals about it, bringing reflections on the way of acting and approaching pregnant women and their families during the birth period. Objective: to understand the perception of obstetric nurses about obstetric violence. Method: This study is based on a bibliographical researchof the main collections that portrayed the subject. Final considerations: it is expected to raise awareness among nursing professionals about the importance of addressing obstetric violence in institutions and in continuing education programs, contributing to humanized reception throughout the care process during the birth and postpartum period.