Do diagnóstico ao tratamento da tuberculose pulmonar: um relato de experiência.

Abstract

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that affects a large part of the world's population. It presents in pulmonary and extrapulmonary forms, the first being the most publically relevant, supporting the transmission chain. TB treatment brings with it numerous side effects, which sometimes lead the individual to abandon it, reducing its efficiency. The work was carried out after the researcher suffered pulmonary TB, which prompted her to research and report the reality of her process. Objectives: To report the experience of a nursing student, resulting from suffering from Pulmonary Tuberculosis, with an emphasis on the reality and challenges experienced from diagnosis to treatment. Methodology: The present study consists of an experience report of a Bachelor of Nursing student suffering from pulmonary TB. Results and Discussion: When affected by pulmonary TB, there were many challenges faced. From fear and stigma to the therapeutic itinerary that resulted in several side effects. Nursing assistance throughout this process was extremely important, as there was direct monitoring by these professionals. Final considerations: The study developed by the researcher contributes in several ways, both for health professionals who will work directly and indirectly with these patients, and for individuals who go through a similar process.