Produção do conhecimento acerca dos dos cuidados de enfermagem à mulher no pré e pós-operatório de mastectomia.

Abstract

To analyze the scientific production on the nursing care of women in the perioperative period of mastectomy. Methods: The Integrative Literature Review method was used and the search for articles was done in the following databases: Literature in the Health Sciences in Latin America and the Caribbean, Nursing Database, Scientific Electronic Library Online, Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online, National Library of Medicine, Spanish Bibliographical Index on Health Sciences and Coleciona SUS. Results: The studies show that the role of the nurse is fundamental in the care of the mastectomized woman, especially in the formation of bond, health education and systematized assistance. Conclusion: Nursing care in the perioperative mastectomy is challenging, since the adversities found in care are diverse. Therefore, this article is significant for students and health professionals to have a better foundation on the nursing care of women in the process of mastectomy.