Normative evaluation of vaccine rooms in the western region of the state of Minas Gerais, October 2015 to August 2016

Abstract

Introduction: Vaccination is a relevant measure in the prevention of diseases, of low complexity and great impact on the general health conditions of the populations. Objective: This is a normative evaluation carried out through a cross-sectional study, with the objective of evaluating the conformity of vaccine rooms in the western area of Minas Gerais, according to the technical standards of the National Immunization Program, from October 2015 to August 2016. Method: In order to know the ideal functioning of the program, the logical model proposed by Donabedian was built, using the components: structure, process and result. From the model, the matrix of analysis and judgment, capable of punctuating the adequacy of the rooms, was created. The data source was the Health’s Ministry’s PAISSV instrument. Simple descriptive and bivariate analyses were performed. Results: Sixty percent (223) of the vaccine rooms in the region were evaluated, the majority (83,0%) being inadequate, both in the structure and in the general process. The absence of refrigerated chamber and air-conditioned room in most municipalities were the worst evaluated items in the structure dimension. Continuing education was the most critical process in 56.5% (126) of the vaccine rooms, demonstrating lack of training by the staff. Conclusions: This study contributed to the knowledge of the vaccine’s room’s structure and organization for promoting their effectiveness.