Armazenamento e administração de insulina em pacientes diabéticos insulinodependentes no âmbito domiciliar: revisão bibliográfica

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a disease characterized by metabolic disorders that trigger permanent hyperglycemia processes. Since in some cases the carrier of such a disease is or becomes insulin dependent, in which the daily administration of exogenous insulin is necessary. Being made up of proteins, it is extremely important that insulin is stored and administered correctly and safely. OBJECTIVES: The present study aims to bring a review of the available literature about the importance of correct storage and administration of insulin at home and the risks to health in the face of inadequate practices of such processes. METHODOLOGY: A literature review was carried out based on 13 articles selected by LILACS (Latin American and Caribbean Literature in Health Sciences) and BVS (Virtual Health Library) databases. RESULTS: It was found that there are inadequate practices regarding the storage and administration of insulin at home, which reflect on the monitoring of the disease and how the Pharmacist professional becomes important in the care of patients with DM through Pharmaceutical Care in the face of this pathology. CONCLUSION: Despite programs and monitoring of insulin- dependent DM patients, inadequate practices regarding the correct storage and administration of insulin still occur. Since, factors such as age, level of education and access to information are the main causes for this problem.