The role of nursing staff in the care of women in labor who suffer obstetric violence: an ethical and humanized care perspective
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obstetric violence, humane care, nursing ethics, labor, women's rightsAbstract
Obstetric violence constitutes a form of abuse against women during labor, expressed in dehumanizing practices, non-consensual interventions, and violations of autonomy, which negatively impacts maternal physical, emotional, and social health. In this context, nursing personnel play a strategic role in ensuring ethical and humane care that promotes dignity and safety during the birth process. This study aimed to analyze, from an ethical and care perspective, the role of nursing in the care of women exposed to obstetric violence. To this end, a systematic bibliographic review was conducted in international databases between 2020 and 2025, selecting 20 articles that met criteria of methodological quality and thematic relevance. The findings show that obstetric violence is associated with higher levels of postpartum depression, stress, and decreased maternal satisfaction, while nursing intervention through continuous support, respectful communication, and promotion of autonomy significantly reduces these negative experiences. It is concluded that nursing, beyond its caregiving role, acts as a guarantor of rights and an agent of social transformation, providing evidence to strengthen public policies aimed at safe, dignified, and humane childbirth.
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