Objective:
To describe structural aspects and work features in primary health care in men's penitentiaries in the State of Paraíba, and to provide subsides for the nurses performance in this scenario.
Methods:
Descriptive and quantitative study, performed in six health units allocated in penitentiaries. The questionnaires were applied to the respective directors of prisons units. The data were analyzed from the descriptive statistics optics.
Results:
The nursing office was considered the least adapted. Five health facilities do not meet accessibility requirements. It was found that minor surgery and family planning are implemented with restrictions. With respect to materials and basic inputs to develop care actions, the study found satisfactory supply.
Conclusion:
The PNSSP implantation seems to indicate the end of paradigms series related to convicts health. However, it is necessary a greater commitment from the State to eliminate barriers still present within the prison health.
Health Evaluation; Health Services; Prisons; Nursing Care