Nursing assistance in cases of adolescent pregnancy and Its associated risks

Adolescent pregnancy, as defined by Law No. 8.069/1990, refers to pregnancy in young women between the ages of twelve and eighteen. This phenomenon is associated with various health risks, including obstetric complications, mortality due to unsafe abortions, and increased vulnerability to infections...

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Authors: Silva, Bianca Souza, Luiz Neto, José, Almeida, Jayran de Souza
Format: article
Status:Published version
Publication Date:2024
Country:Brasil
Institution:Editora JRG
Repository:Revista JRG de Estudos Acadêmicos
Language:Portuguese
OAI Identifier:oai:ojs2.revistajrg.com:article/1677
Online Access:http://revistajrg.com/index.php/jrg/article/view/1677
Access Level:Open access
Keyword:Gravidez
Adolescência
Pré-natal
Pregnancy
Adolescence
Prenatal
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Summary:Adolescent pregnancy, as defined by Law No. 8.069/1990, refers to pregnancy in young women between the ages of twelve and eighteen. This phenomenon is associated with various health risks, including obstetric complications, mortality due to unsafe abortions, and increased vulnerability to infections. Protecting the life and health of adolescents is a priority, considering the challenges that early pregnancy imposes. The aim of this study was to analyze the risks and complications of adolescent pregnancy, with an emphasis on the importance of education, prevention, and nursing care. The methodology used was a literature review, allowing a critical analysis of the factors involved in this issue. The research highlights the essential role of nursing in the prenatal care of pregnant adolescents, guiding them on proper care, offering emotional and psychological support, and encouraging self-care. Furthermore, it emphasizes the relevance of educational strategies in preventing early pregnancy, providing essential information for young women to make informed and safe decisions.