PREGNANT ADOLESCENTS SUPPORT IN PRIMARY CARE: BENEFITS OF HUMANIZED PRENATAL CARE

Abstract

This article sought to investigate the benefits of humanized care in prenatal assistance for pregnant adolescents during care provided in Primary Health Care, analyzing how this approach may influence adherence to medical follow-up, through a bibliographic review of evidence published in the scientific literature. Articles published in the databases SciELO, PubMed, and medical journals from 2002 to 2024 were included. The analyzed studies showed that humanized care is associated with greater adherence to prenatal consultations, better continuity of follow-up, and strengthening of the bond between the pregnant adolescent and the health care team. Practices such as qualified listening, adequate guidance, and an empathetic approach contribute to reducing prenatal care dropout and favor the identification of obstetric complications. The absence of regular follow-up was related to a higher occurrence of maternal-fetal complications, such as preterm birth and low birth weight, which may contribute to morbidity and mortality. Thus, it is concluded that a humanized approach in prenatal care for adolescents plays a fundamental role in promoting attendance to medical care and preventing obstetric complications.