Análise das condições ergonômicas do ambiente construído: um estudo de caso do posto de enfermagem do Hospital Universitário Onofre Lopes

Abstract

In order to identify possible problems regarding the ergonomic conditions in the nursing station and in the pediatric ward, this research opts for the case study at the University Hospital Onofre Lopes of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte. Thus, the goal is to verify if the nursing station and the service room contribute to the occurrence of ergonomic risks and the sickness of the auxiliary staff and nursing technicians in this ward. It establishes as a research problem that the nursing station and the service room were installed in order to contribute to the occurrence of ergonomic risks, for imposing on the nursing staff (auxiliaries and technicians) inadequate adaptations and postures during the execution of their activities. The methodology for data collection uses, the method of Ergonomic Analysis of Work (AET), asystematic observation and photographic record of the nursing team during the execution of their work activities. Is evident the design role, of the ergonomics and teamwork is evidenced to promote adequate working conditions. The results obtained evidenced the ergonomic problems in relation to the work position, such as inadequate design of spaces, furniture and circulation, characterizing the presence of occupational risk to nursing auxiliaries and technicians, who carry out their activities in this environment. This study suggests improvements for a better development of its activities in order to minimize or eliminate the risks of illness of this team.