ESTRATÉGIAS DE PREVENÇÃO DO CÂNCER DE COLO DE UTERO NA ATENÇAO BÁSICA: CONTRIBUIÇÕES DO ENFERMEIRO

Introdução: Cervical cancer is one of the main types of cancers that mainly affects the female population worldwide. It is an important public health problem that can bring severe complications to the patient. The nursing professional works directly in the prevention and early detection of cervical cancer, mainly implementing actions and strategies that contribute to the prevention of the onset of the disease. Objective: To identify the strategies used by nurses in the prevention of cervical cancer in primary care. Results and discussions: Cervical cancer is the third type of cancer that causes morbidity and mortality in women, and one of the ways to prevent or control the progression of the disease is through preventive screening. The importance of the nurse in preventing cervical cancer in the female population is evident. Methodology: A qualitative literature review research with a descriptive approach. Final considerations: Considering that primary care is the gateway to the SUS, the nurse should directly engage in the prevention of cervical cancer, promoting awareness actions and implementing protocols for the early detection of the disease. It is the responsibility of the nurse and their team to encourage the female population to adhere to the main screening method for cervical cancer, the preventive exam.