The objective of this study was to discuss the findings of a study on social control in primary care services with registered nurses. The planning, development, and evaluation of two educational meetings with 12 registered nurses are described. Participants' expectations, reflections, and evaluations of the findings of the study are discussed. Reinstatements of actions that might strengthen health-related social control are also discussed. New decision-making approaches and key players to implement them were recommended. In addition, there were recommendations regarding the roles of registered nurses regarding social control in primary care services.
Public health nursing; Primary health care; Social control, formal; Health councils; Consumer participation