LIVE MAP. THE USE OF TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS TO IMPROVE COMMUNITY CARE

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE: The knowledge of the territory is essential for better community approach, by identifying its borders, its residents, social facilities and weaknesses, which in turn, is a constant economic transformation space, political, cultural and epidemiological . The construction of a living map, with simple features, can be a great facilitator of this process.The aim of this study is to present the use of Google Earth software to building a live map. Method: Using the Google Earth software, which features images from around the globe. The program allows you to work the maps in different ways and can be accessed by multiple devices. The construction of the living map is with the inclusion of icons that can be thought of in relation to the main needs of the territory. At the time they were placed information about the main lines of care, in addition to vulnerable families. Results and Conclusion: The use of a live map showed an enabling feature for the recognition of the territory, both for its weaknesses, as the potential, through the identification of key social facilities that people use to develop their life in the territory. In inaccessible areas there are some difficulties in identifying the exact location to be found. Live map can be a resource used in different territories and realities. It allows better recognition of the area and patients, allowing for better monitoring and reducing sentinel events, and allows a dynamic assessment of the territory.