| Popis: |
The most sensitive parameter for the early detection of diseases in children up to five years is, undoubtedly, appropriate growth, parallel to the curves established by the WHO. The methodical and rigorous monitoring of psychomotor development (PSMD) allows for timely diagnosis and interventions, saving the child from neurological and social sequelae. At the first contact with child care in the Grajau Family Health Program (PSF) in the city of Brumadinho, as an assignment of the rural Internship in Public Health, we faced deficiencies related to the standardization and use of the methodology proposed by the Ministry of Health regarding the evaluation of growth and psychomotor development in children from zero to five years of age. The curves of the graphics were not routinely or adequately filled in, generating great confusion, difficulty and even making it impossible to monitor the growth of patients The assessment of PSMD was often incomplete, resulting in gaps in completion of children’s records. We aimed at implementing in the PSF Grajau the evaluation of growth and psychomotor development of children under five years of age according to the graphs and tables currently recommended by the WHO. We attached to the children’s records these newly implemented graphs. All mothers were informed about the new project, its importance and the need for follow-up. The idea of the project was disseminated so as to be adopted across the city. This work highlights the importance of a simple instrument in childcare and its implications for the promotion of health among children. |
