Rol del personal de enfermería en el abordaje, vigilancia y seguimiento a pacientes con tuberculosis

Abstract

Tuberculosis is a chronic bacterial infection, which mainly affects the lungs and other organs; the causative agent is Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is transmitted through WELLS particles that are specifically eliminated by coughing and are loaded with bacilli and is considered one of the main causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The objective of this research work is to analyze the role of the nurse in tuberculosis control, monitoring and surveillance programs by means of a bibliographic review and scientific articles that strengthen professional practice. The nursing staff is the main protagonist in carrying out the Tuberculosis program detailed in the Guide of the Ministry of Public Health, since it fulfills strategies in the recruitment of patients with respiratory symptoms, multi-resistant or inadherent patients, the role of nursing that plays based on his professional profile with a direct care of quality and warmth especially in vulnerable patients, emphasizing the education of the patient and their families about the importance and adherence to treatment.