Modelo lógico para os ciclos de melhoria da estratégia Saúde da Família

Abstract

Introduction:In public health, in order to improve quality, epidemiological data and methods for evaluation of care should be considered. Logical models that associate activities, expenditure of resources, output of products, and results can be a useful assessment tool. Objective:To designand validate a logical model representingthe operationof a Family HealthcareUnit. Methodology:A literature review was initially performed, followed by participant observation and conversation with key informants. In addition, model was validated by professionals working at the Family HealthcareUnit (FHU) in a conversation roundtable. Results:Five dimensions were conceived: Work management;Noncare-related activities;Care-related activities; Permanent education;and In-service teaching, which relate to the mission of the service and the relevant resources (physical, information, partnerships and financial), thus constituting the model. Conclusions:The impacts achieved with the application of the model concernthe quality criteria (legitimacy, empowerment andproblem-solving capacity); the instituted healthcare model (active surveillance); features of the model itself (extended clinic, intersectoriality, multiprofessional actions); as well as professional motivation. Although themodel was validated only in a local Health Center, it follows a National Policy and may contribute to quality improvement of other Health Centersfrom different areas