Method for analyzing the clinical applicability of a terminology subset in primary health care: theoretical study

The prerequisites are related to the choice of the research setting, the selection of participants-clients and nurses, with an emphasis on inclusion criteria-and prior knowledge of the terminology and theoretical model. The steps of the method are: development of the data collection instrument, according to the steps of the Nursing Process and the categories of the theoretical model; systematic and participatory observation of the nursing consultation; evaluation of the return consultation at the health unit or at home; organization and analysis of data, in a descriptive manner and according to the theoretical model. In addition, a case study example can be developed. Final considerations: The method presented can be replicated in Primary Health Care settings, so that it can be critiqued, adjusted, and reorganized. It is understood that the method is a tool for analyzing praxis.