PROCEDIMENTO OPERACIONAL PADRÃO NA ASSISTÊNCIA NUTRICIONAL AO PACIENTE COM COVID 19: RELATO DE EXPERIÊNCIA

Abstract

Introduction: We are currently experiencing a pandemic caused by the new Coronavirus, which is transmitted through droplets of saliva, sneezing and coughing, making changes in patient care necessary. Objective: To describe the experience with the construction of a Standard Operating Procedure for nutritional assistance in patients affected by the Coronavirus. Methodology: This is a descriptive study, an experience report, experienced by the team of multiprofessional residents in nutrition at the Hospital Universitário Onofre Lopes, at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte. Results: Based on the recommendations of the World Health Organization and the Federal Nutrition Council and, with the participation of service professionals, the referred procedure was developed, which describes good practices in screening, assessment and nutritional conduct. Conclusion: The implementation and implementation of SOP provided an opportunity for the interaction of knowledge and new care behaviors, even in the face of structural limitations, personal protective equipment and contingency measures implemented in the service.

Keywords: Clinical Protocols; Patient Care; Integrality in Health; Coronavirus Infections.