VIOLÊNCIA SEXUAL: Os desafios da Enfermagem no cuidado à mulher

Abstract

The aim of this study was to discuss the challenges faced by nursing in caring for women who are victims of sexual violence. It was based on the assumption that care for women who suffer this type of violence should be based on welcoming, corroborating with technical care. Understanding violence as an act that subjugates women and places them in a situation of psycho-emotional vulnerability due to the physical, psychological and emotional scars, as well as being a public health problem, nursing interventions should also focus on restoring the dignity of these victims. The aim of this study was therefore to describe violence against women, address the physical and psychological consequences and identify the reasons that lead women to remain in a violent relationship, in order to characterize the challenges facing nursing in the face of these occurrences. The methodology used was bibliographical research, defining this article as a review based on the theoretical survey carried out. Among the main challenges for nursing practice are ethical and legal issues, the diagnosis of violence and the apparent lack of preparation of professionals for qualified care.