Análise do manejo de resíduos sólidos de serviço de saúde em uma unidade de pronto atendimento no município de Pombal-PB.

Abstract

The study presented here analyzed in a comprehensive and systematic way the management of solid waste from healthcare services in an Emergency Care Unit located in Pombal, Paraíba. The study investigated collection practices, treatment and disposal of waste in this unit, considering technical, regulatory aspects and environmental. To this end, an exploratory-descriptive study was developed, subsidized by bibliographic and field research techniques, in which we sought observe, analyze, correlate and describe events or phenomena, including its variables, without manipulating them, through data collection. The results revealed challenges and opportunities in managing waste from healthcare services in emergency care contexts. The research offered valuable insights to improve waste management strategies in this unit, contributing to the safety of health professionals, public health and preservation of the environment environment. It was identified that the evaluated establishment has a planning specific, focusing on the management of solid waste from health services, in addition to compliance with health rules provided in legislation and the plan and that the use of socio-environmental tools or technologies aimed at sustainable development and full responsibility plays a crucial role in promoting the production and integrated management of solid waste.