Formação De Professores Sobre Doenças Crônicas Não Transmissíveis

Abstract

The objective of this study was to identify the knowledge about chronic noncommunicable diseases (DCNT) and Physical Activity level of physical education teachers from the three largest state schools in Alegrete, RS, as well as to suggest a proposal for an active methodology to work with the theme in the classroom. In the study, a questionnaire was used to evaluate knowledge about the association between risk factors and CNCD. The mean age of the investigated individuals was 45 years, being four men and five women and the majority was considered physically active. When asked about Arterial Hypertension, Acute Myocardial Infarction and Obesity, most answered affirmatively about the four risk factors being associated; as for Diabetes Mellitus, the majority claimed to be caused by sedentary lifestyle and poor diet, with doubts about alcohol and denying that smoking could be a risk factor; the greatest divergence according to the literature was related to chronic diseases: Lung Cancer, Depression and Cirrhosis, and the risk factors Smoking and Abusive Alcohol Consumption. Considering the scientific literature, it is possible to infer that there is a need for continuous training regarding issues related to smoking and alcohol abuse and its association with DCNT. In this way, instigating the teacher to seek a more in-depth knowledge and scientific basis, will help him to be able to guide and assist in the prevention and promotion of adolescent / student health.