PAPEL DOS CUIDADOS DE SAÚDE PRIMÁRIOS NA SAÚDE ESCOLAR EM EMERGÊNCIAS E DESASTRES: REVISÃO NARRATIVA

Doi: 10.47094/978-65-284-0347-9/94-110

PALAVRAS CHAVE: Cuidados de Saúde Primários. Saúde Escolar. Preparação para Desastres.

KEYWORDS: Primary Health Care. School Health. Disaster Preparedness.

ABSTRACT:
Public health emergencies and disasters have increased in frequency, complexity, and impact, significantly affecting health systems and communities. This study aims to synthesize and analyze the role of Primary Health Care, operationalized by School Health Teams, in preparing for and responding to emergencies and disasters. A narrative review of the literature was conducted in the MEDLINE and CINAHL databases, including studies published between 2010 and 2025 in Portuguese, English, and Spanish. After the selection process, 12 studies were included for analysis. The results highlight the role of School Health Teams in continuity of care, support for immediate response and risk mitigation, promotion of health literacy, and structural preparedness for emergencies and disasters, supported by intersectoral coordination and organizational aspects. Of note are the monitoring of children with special health needs, epidemiological surveillance, mental health support, and the need for advance planning, clear protocols, and specific training for professionals. It is concluded that the work of School Health Teams integrates clinical, psychosocial, and organizational dimensions for preparedness and response to emergencies and disasters in the school context. These results may assist in the future planning of nursing care in School Health.

Autores

• António José Lopes de Almeida

• Dora Maria Honorato Carteiro

• Eva Patrícia Guilherme Menino

• Inês Pires Morgado

• Joana Rita Guarda da Venda Rodrigues

• Maria do Céu Coelho Monteiro Pires