Teachers' perceptions regarding the implementation of an educational first aid booklet in schools

OBJECTIVE: To understand the perceptions of preschool and elementary school teachers regarding the application of an educational first aid booklet in schools. METHODS: A qualitative, exploratory-descriptive study was conducted in 14 preschool and elementary schools in the municipality of União dos Palmares, Alagoas, Brazil. The study participants were preschool and elementary school teachers. Data collection took place in November 2024, and focus groups were used as the data source. Data was systematized using the IRaMuTeQ® software and analyzed via Descending Hierarchical Classification. RESULTS: Three classes were found: Educational moment (relevance given by teachers to first aid actions in the context of school health); Booklet content (relevance of the booklet's content compared to actions performed due to popular knowledge); Reading time (evidenced as good, although the need for a more detailed exploration was highlighted). FINAL CONSIDERATIONS: The study showed that teachers considered the first aid booklet to be a useful resource for expanding their knowledge and guiding conduct in school emergencies, although they pointed out the need for more time for reading and continuous training.