Cuidados de enfermagem aos indivíduos soropositivos

Abstract

This reflective study aimed to discuss nursing care to patients with HIV/AIDS in the light of phenomenology. It deals with the humanization of care of HIV-positive individuals and how nursing professionals should act in order to achieve it. Comprehensive health services provided by qualified professionals that take into consideration users' emotional, social and cultural aspects can improve patients' quality of life, treatment adherence and increase life expectancy. The use of phenomenological concepts was essential to understand the relationship between patient and professional practice. The method allowed researchers to identify aspects of patients' everyday life by sharing their experiences.