Análise da experiência de mulheres atendidas em um serviço de referência para vítimas de violência sexual e aborto previsto em lei, Caxias do Sul, Brasil

Introduction

The service for victims of sexual violence in health services has prioritized the global and interdisciplinary care in several areas beyond medical emergencies.

Objective

To increase understanding on the emotional experiences of patients attended at a referral center in Caxias do Sul, Brazil for caring to victims of sexual violence and women undergoing abortion provided by law.

Method

It was analyzed 23 testimonials written by content analysis concentrating on the categories: the reason for seeking treatment, the treatment in the care service, the relationship with the team and the role of family and social network after the event. Of the total, 14 are women and nine are from the family attended.

Results

Realize the potential outcomes, highlighting the favorable ratio of patients with the caretaker staff and possible weaknesses in the protocols of the interdisciplinary care team responsible for the service, emphasizing the context in which the patient enters the service still under the impact of violence or diagnosis.

Conclusion

Interdisciplinary initiatives that establish mediations in such situations are encouraged to adherence of patients to treatment protocols provided in this area.