Nursing assistance to surgical patients with SARS-COV2 diagnosis: integrative literature review

Abstract

Objective: to report on the main recommendations and care of the health team towards patients positive for Covid-19 during the perioperative period. methods: integrative literature review with search in 4 databases, PubMed, LILACS, MEDLINE®, SciELO, using the Health Descriptors (DeCS) Coronavirus, Operating Rooms, Nurses, Perioperative Care, Nursing Care. After applying the inclusion criteria, twenty articles were selected that comprised the study sample. Results: Due to the time of the pandemic that the world is experiencing, health services had to shape themselves according to the recommended recommendations. They must adhere to protocols aimed at conducting prevention and control of transmission of SARS-COV2, in surgical centers. Conclusion: through the studies presented, the teams in the surgical units underwent adaptations. Nursing, even with the challenges on a daily basis, stands out as a professional who always seeks comprehensive care focused on the patient's well-being, connecting knowledge, experience and empathy.