SUPPLY MANAGEMENT AND NURSING AUTONOMY IN PRIMARY CARE: CHALLENGES AND THE NEED FOR TRAINING THE NURSING TEAM IN WOUND CARE AND MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION

Abstract

The management of supplies in Primary Health Care (PHC), including ointments, medications, and materials used in wound care, is essential to ensure continuity of care and patient safety. In this context, nurses have technical and scientific autonomy to make decisions regarding the selection of products and clinical interventions, according to professional regulations and institutional protocols. However, in practice, there is often a lack of necessary supplies to properly implement clinical decisions, which compromises the effectiveness of care. This study aims to discuss supply management in PHC, nursing autonomy, and the importance of training nursing technicians in wound care and medication administration. This is a literature-based analysis grounded in scientific studies and guidelines from the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS), highlighting the need for management plans and continuing education strategies. It is concluded that the integration of resource management, professional training, and nursing autonomy is essential to improve the quality of care in Primary Health Care.