Current situation of sexual and reproductive health of men deprived of liberty in the Institutional Care Center of San Jose

Abstract

The objective of this research was to determine the current status of the issue of sexual and reproductive health of
the prisoners Institutional Care Center (CAI) of San Jose. It is a descriptive study. Through a strategic sampling
determined the participation of 102 men. The information was obtained by applying a self-administered
questionnaire with closed and open questions. As a result relevant to your socio-demographic profile, it appears
that deprived of their liberty is a very heterogeneous group. As regards sexual and reproductive health, the first
concept they relate to the prevention of disease and the second reproductive aspects, this shows limitations in
knowledge on the topics, something that affects the daily life activities and self-care. It is concluded that research
by nurses Gyneco-obstetric in the deprived of liberty is almost null not only in the country but in the world,
especially if it comes with the male population. In the case of CAI Prison, health care is not enough for the
number of inmates who inhabit (overpopulation of almost 50%), this implies a deterioration in health and physical
condition of these people, as well as sexual and reproductive health