Technological guide for patients with Metabolic Syndrome: Health promotion

Abstract

Understanding the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying metabolic syndrome (MS) is crucial for the development of effective preventive and therapeutic strategies, aiming to mitigate its negative impacts on the health of the population. The study aimed to develop an educational technological booklet to promote the health of patients with metabolic syndrome (MS). This was an exploratory, descriptive and technological field study, carried out in a Basic Health Unit (UBS) in Teresina-PI. The study participants were adult women, without restrictions regarding educational level, with a confirmed diagnosis of MS. A semi-structured interview prepared by the researcher was carried out with the study volunteers. After analyzing and interpreting the data, an educational booklet was created, following the phases: Content Systematization; Content Composition; by Judges, and finally Semantic validation with professionals. The study revealed that of the 22 women interviewed with Metabolic Syndrome tend to have a specific sociodemographic and clinical profile, 77.27% of them face challenges in maintaining a healthy diet and practicing physical exercise, in addition to 63.63% not knowing the consequences of this syndrome. It was also evident that the lack of knowledge about metabolic syndrome and possible complications can contribute to low adherence to treatments and lifestyle changes, necessary to improve quality of life, morbidity and mortality. The results indicate that the creation of awareness programs, health education, as well as the development of activities and educational materials, such as the educational technological booklet, can contribute to this profile of patients adopting healthier habits, and may be an alternative to change the reality of metabolic syndrome. It is expected that the educational material produced can collaborate with health professionals, patients and family members, in addition to instigating the creation of public policies capable of promoting the prevention and control of complications, with the aim of reducing comorbidities and improving the quality of life of women with metabolic syndrome.

DOI:https://doi.org/10.56238/sevened2024.012-024