O cuidado pré-natal e o resultado perinatal

Abstract

This quantitative study was performed at Maternidade-Escola, UFRJ, through documental analysis using data generated by CLAP registers, related to pregnancy and child birth, ffom 392 random cases occurred during the period from 11/18/2006 to 05/05/2007. The research was performed through documental analysis using some health indicators concerning criteria for prenatal follow up and perinatal health. Although the quality indicators of care showed an improvement through the years, the recorded low percentages attest the need for permanent evaluations and new interventions with the aim of improving the quality of this care. The job was developed in a scenario that discuss the humanization principles as basic needs to this care, also comment practical aspects and future challenges.