EDUCATIONAL INTERVENTION ON HEALTHY EATING AND ASSESSMENT FOR PEOPLE WITH DIABETES IN A HEALTH CENTER IN BELO HORIZONTE/MG (Atena Editora)

Abstract

Introduction: Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease that is commonly accompanied by several complications due to failures in its control. With this relevance and based on the demand for a Health Center, medical students created a project focused on prevention and health education for people with Diabetes Mellitus. Objective: To evaluate risk factors for complications of Diabetes Mellitus and promote health education, focusing on nutrition. Methodology: Based on a list of diabetics who had not performed glycohemoglobin in the last semester, an invitation was made, by telephone or WhatsApp, to participate in a group activity. Initially, dynamics on nutrition were carried out, discussing food composition, glycemic index and more balanced foods. In addition, vaccination was offered, from bivalent Pfizer, Influenza, meningitis C and Pneumo-13. In addition, exams were requested, blood pressure and capillary blood glucose measurements, assessment of feet and oral health. Results: 14 people participated in the action. The evaluations were, for the most part, good, and patients who presented changes, such as hypertension, hyperglycemia, calcaneal fissures and onychomycosis, were advised according to the municipal protocol. Conclusion: The students concluded that the dynamics were very positive, as they learned about preventing diabetes complications and dialogue with the public. Therefore, the positive result for both parties of the open and playful discussion was undeniable, stimulating understanding about the disease and allowing the exchange of knowledge and doubts.