The medication care to children with HIV: challenges and dilemmas of family caregivers

The medication care to children with HIV/Aids is marked with challenges and dilemmas. In this context, the purpose of this study is to discuss on the existential situations lived by caregivers when administering that care. This is a qualitative study developed according to the Creative and Sensitive Method, with 13 caregivers seen at an outpatient clinic. The data were collected using the concrete dynamics and analyzed according to discourse analysis. It was observed there is a normalization process of the medications, and it is highlighted there is no use of recreational resources in the administration. It was also observed that starting the use is difficult due to the side effects and, later, questions emerge regarding the need of using the medication. In conclusion, the care is permeated with prejudice and stigmas, and it is emphasized that nursing professionals have an important role as health educators.