Manejo e desafios enfrentados por enfermeiros em urgências e emergências cardíacas: estudo transversal

Abstract

Cardiovascular diseases are among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Brazil and worldwide, requiring nursing professionals to possess scientific knowledge, specific skills, and the ability to respond promptly in emergency situations. In this context, this study aimed to analyze the nursing team's perception of their ability to act in cardiac emergencies, identify the influence of training and continuing education on the qualification of care, and understand the main difficulties faced by nurses in managing cardiac urgencies and emergencies. This is a field study with a qualitative approach, conducted with nurses working in a municipal hospital in the countryside of Maranhão, Brazil. Data collection was carried out through a semi-structured questionnaire, and the data were analyzed using thematic analysis. The results showed that participants had a positive perception of their ability to perform in cardiac emergencies,

highlighting the importance of technical knowledge, professional experience, and self- confidence in decision-making. Training and continuing education were identified as

fundamental tools for improving professional competencies, contributing to the safety and quality of care. However, challenges related to insufficient material resources, structural limitations, lack of equipment, and the need for continuous training were also identified. It is concluded that ongoing professional qualification, combined with strengthened infrastructure and adequate resource availability, is essential for improving nursing care provided to patients in cardiac urgency and emergency situations.