title: [Influence of social networks on the therapeutic itineraries of people with venous ulcer].
abstract: The aim of this study was to identify the influence of social networks in the therapeutic itinerary of people affected by venous ulcers. Qualititative research was conducted in the outpatient clinic of a public hospital in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Data were collected from January to February 2013 by means of semi-structured interviews with 14 people affected by venous ulcers. Content analysis provided the following categories: The family worries with me; I get lots of help from friends and neighbours, and I do it myself. Results revealed some elements of social networks that influence choices and continuity of treatment and care of patient with venous ulcers. It is therefore necessary for nurses to familiarize themselves with these social networks and work with them to strengthen the partnership in care.
authors.forename: Dalva Cezar
authors.initials: DC
authors.lastname: da Silva
authors.forename: Maria de Lourdes Denardin
authors.initials: Mde L
authors.lastname: Budó
authors.forename: Maria Denise
authors.initials: MD
authors.lastname: Schimith
authors.forename: Gilson de Vasconcelos
authors.initials: Gde V
authors.lastname: Torres
authors.forename: Vânia Lúcia
authors.initials: VL
authors.lastname: Durgante
authors.forename: Salete de Jesus Souza
authors.initials: Sde J
authors.lastname: Rizzatti
authors.forename: Bruna Sodré
authors.initials: BS
authors.lastname: Simons
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012944:Social Support; D014647:Varicose Ulcer / Q000628:therapy*