ESTRATÉGIAS DE EDUCAÇÃO UTILIZADAS POR ENFERMEIROS PARA PROMOVER O AUTOCUIDADO DE ÚLCERAS VARICOSAS: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA

Abstract

The aim of this study was to identify health education strategies used to promote self-care for venous ulcers. This is an integrative literature review, with a search in the following databases: Virtual Health Library, PubMed, CAPES Journal Portal, and SciELO. The studies included were those published between 2020 and 2025, available in full, free access, in Portuguese, English, and Spanish. Six articles were selected that address educational interventions aimed at people with venous ulcers, predominantly conducted by nurses in individual care, groups, home visits, and the use of educational materials such as videos, workshops, booklets, and brochures. A scarcity of studies with a consistent theoretical basis and methodological detail was observed, which limits comparisons. It was found that the nurse’s role is central to promoting self-care, with emphasis on the use of printed materials and group meetings. The importance of adapting the content to the health literacy of users is emphasized. Descriptors: varicose ulcer; venous ulcer; health education; recurrence.