Journal of Health and Development is an Electronic Journal managed by OLXTOTO LPPM STIKES Mitraadiguna Palembang. As an Electronic Journal publication media for all Lecturers in the STIKES Mitra Adiguna Palembang Environment with Print ISSN: 2088-5628 and Online ISSN: 2656-5129
THE EFFECT OF BOOKLET-BASED HYPERTENSION MANAGEMENT EDUCATION ON THE KNOWLEDGE OF ELDERLY PEOPLE SUFFERING FROM HYPERTENSION
Hypertension is known as The Silent Killer because it often occurs without symptoms, leading many individuals to be unaware of their condition until complications arise. Education using booklet media can improve the elderly's adherence to self-care and encourage healthy lifestyle changes to prevent such complications.This study aimed to determine the effect of booklet-based hypertension management education on the knowledge of elderly patients. Using a one-group pre-test and post-test design, the study involved 30 respondents. Results showed an increase in average knowledge scores from 12.30 to 13.32, with a p-value of 0.001 (<0.05), indicating a significant effect of booklet education on improving elderly knowledge. These findings are expected to serve as a reference for health workers in providing more effective education on hypertension management to elderly patients.
Copyright (c) 2025 R.A Fadila, Syafariza
THE EFFECT OF HEALTH EDUCATION THROUGH VIDEO METHOD ON PERSONAL HYGIENE KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE
The high percentage of cases of infectious diseases caused by personal hygiene results in health problems in children. The role of school or community nurses is as providers of care in providing superior nursing care, and nurses can become educators in providing explanations or health education to students. The aim of the research is to determine the effect of health education through video (Audio Visual ) methods on personal hygiene knowledge and attitudes in school-age children. The research method uses Pre Experimental designs with a One Group Pretest Posttest approach. The population in this study were all 6th grade students at MI Darul Hikmah Muara Gula Lama with a sample size of 30 respondents. The research results showed that there was an influence of health education through the video (Audio Visual ) method on personal hygiene knowledge in school age children (?=0.000), with an average difference in score of 3.17. There is an influence of health education through video (audio-visual) methods on personal hygiene attitudes in school-age children (?=0.000), with an average difference in score of 5.04. The suggestion is that students are expected to be more active and thorough in seeking information from various existing media, so that students have high insight and understanding about personal hygiene in order to avoid the risks of disease.
Copyright (c) 2025 Setia Rizki Awaliya, R.A Fadila
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING AND DURATION OF LACTATIONAL AMENORRHEA AT PMB HUSNIYATI
Breastfeeding is the most natural and ideal way to provide nutrition to babies. Apart from babies, exclusive breastfeeding (6 months) also provides benefits for mothers, namely that it can influence the duration of amenorrhea. Exclusive breastfeeding has a significant impact on the duration of lactational amenorrhea. The aim of this study was to analyze the relationship between exclusive breastfeeding and the duration of lactational amenorrhea in PMB Husniyati. The research method uses quantitative analytical methods with a cross sectional approach. The population in the study were all mothers who exclusively breastfed who visited PMB Huniyati Palembang with a total sample of 36 respondents taken using the purposive sampling method. The research results showed that the frequency distribution of respondents who experienced amenorrhea with a duration of > 6 months was 21 respondents (58.3%), 26 respondents who exclusively breastfed (72.2%). The results of statistical tests showed that there was a significant relationship between exclusive breastfeeding and the duration of lactational amenorrhea at PMB Husniyati Palembang in 2025 (p.value = 0.007). It is hoped that the suggestions can further increase the promotion of the use of lactational amenorrhea contraception to postpartum mothers because apart from increasing exclusive breastfeeding, it can also delay pregnancy.
Copyright (c) 2025 Reni Saswita, Noviani Elsira, Nadia Enggelina
EVALUATION OF THE LEVEL OF PATIENT SATISFACTION WITH DOCTOR SERVICES AT PUSKESMAS SUNGAI LILIN MUSI BANYUASIN DISTRICT IN THE FRAMEWORK OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE BPJS HEALTH INSURANCE SYSTEM
Every individual, regardless of social status or economic ability, has the same right to receive quality healthcare services. The objective of this research is to determine the level of satisfaction with doctor services in healthcare facilities within the BPJS health insurance system. The approach used in this study is a quantitative approach with explanatory research type. The research was conducted by the researcher at all Puskesmas in Sungai Lilin District, Musi Banyuasin Regency. The sample in this study consisted of 120 respondents. The research results show that the quality of doctor services has an impact on the satisfaction level of BPJS users. This means that the more positive the patients' perception of the quality of doctor services, the more their satisfaction tends to increase. However, the quality of doctor services does not have a significant impact on the BPJS implementation system, so changes in patients' perceptions of doctor quality do not affect the system. On the other hand, the BPJS implementation system has been proven to affect patient satisfaction; the better the patients' view of the BPJS implementation system, the higher their satisfaction level will be. The quality of doctor services and the implementation system of BPJS both influence patient satisfaction, but the quality of doctor services does not affect the BPJS implementation system.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MOTHERS' KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT OF TODDLERS AGED 12–36 MONTHS AT THE KUTILANG HEALTH CENTER IN THE SUNGAI MEDANG VILLAGE
Stimulation is a very important requirement for toddler growth and development. Toddler age children who get a lot of directed stimulation will develop faster than children who get less stimulation. Providing stimulation for children's motor development needs which can be done with education and games that support toddler motor skills. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between mother's knowledge about the development of toddlers aged 2-36 months at the Kutilang Posyandu, Sungai Medang Village, This study used an Analytical Survey using a Cross Sectional approach. The population of this study were all mothers who had toddlers 12-36 months at the Kutilang Posyandu, Sungai Medang Village, Prabumulih City in 2021, totaling 43 respondents. The number of samples in this study were 43 respondents. In the univariate analysis, it was found that from 43 respondents, 31 respondents (72.1%) had good knowledge and 12 respondents (27.9) had poor knowledge. Bivariate analysis showed that there was a significant relationship between mother's knowledge about toddler development (p value 0.001). The conclusion of this study is that there is a relationship between mother's knowledge about the development of toddlers aged 2-36 months at the Kutilang posyandu, Sungai Medang Village.
Copyright (c) 2025 Gustika Anggriani, Desti Widya Astuti, Maria Septiana
DETERMINAN KEJADIAN DIARE PADA ANAK BALITA DI KELURAHAN SEKARJAYA UPTD PUSKESMAS SEKARJAYA KABUPATEN OKU
One of the causes of increasing incidence of disease and death in children under five is diarrhea. Most diarrhea is caused by contaminated drinking water and food consumed. This study used Cross Sectional, with the population being toddlers in Sekarjaya Village, namely 152 toddlers and a sample size of 110 samples was obtained. Univariate analysis showed that out of 110 respondents, 41 (37.3%) toddlers had poor maternal knowledge, and 69 (62.7%) had good maternal knowledge. The water quality that did not meet the physical water quality standards was 33 (30.0%) and the physical water quality met the physical water quality standards was 77 (70.0%). Poor hand washing habits were 37 (33.6%) and good hand washing habits were 73 (66.4%). From the Bivariate Analysis, the results showed that there was a relationship between maternal knowledge, physical quality of water, hand washing with the incidence of diarrhea in toddlers with p values ??of 0.004, 0.001 and 0.000.The conclusion of this study is that there is a relationship between maternal knowledge, physical quality of water and hand washing with the incidence of diarrhea in toddlers. Suggestions for health workers to be more active in educating the public about preventing diarrheal diseases, and water quality that meets standards for consumption and how to wash hands properly.
Copyright (c) 2025 Sabtian Sarwoko S, Yulis Marita, Eka Joni Yansyah
THE EFFECT OF MEDIA BOOKLET HEALTH EDUCATION ON FAMILY KNOWLEDGE IN THE CARE OF DIABETES MELLITUS WOUNDS
Diabetic ulcers are severe complications of diabetes mellitus that require rapid treatment because they can lead to dangerous conditions. One way that can be taken to improve family understanding in carrying out wound care in diabetic patients is by providing health education through booklet media. This study aims to identify the impact of providing health education using booklet media on increasing family knowledge in wound care in diabetic patients. The method used is pre-experimental with a pre- post test approach using a one group pretest-posttest design. The subjects in this study were families who had members with wounds due to diabetes mellitus. A total of 50 respondents were sampled using the total sampling method. The measuring instrument used was a questionnaire to assess the level of knowledge of respondents, and booklet media as a means of providing education. The findings of the study indicated an increase in the level of family knowledge after receiving health education, namely from 62% to 70%. The results of statistical analysis using the Wilcoxon test showed a p value of 0.000 (p <0.05), which indicates that the use of booklet media has a significant effect on increasing family knowledge in treating diabetic wounds. The researchers suggest that further research can examine other, more diverse variables with different methodological approaches.
Copyright (c) 2025 Oscar Ari Wiryansyah, Leni Marlina
ANALYSIS OF NURSES' KNOWLEDGE OF THE APPLICATION OF NURSING CARE DOCUMENTATION BASED ON SDKI, SIKI AND SLKI
The quality of nursing care documentation through the implementation of 3S standards (SDKI, SIKI, SLKI) is still largely not in accordance with the standards. One of the main factors that influences the implementation of 3S-based nursing documentation is nurses' knowledge. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between nurses' knowledge and the implementation of 3S-based nursing care documentation. This research method uses a correlational design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample in this study were 60 nurses in the Inpatient Room of Pusri Hospital, the sampling technique used was total sampling. The analysis of this study used the Chi-Square test. The results of this study were that there was a relationship between nurses' knowledge and the implementation of SDKI, SIKI and SLKI-based nursing care documentation with a p-value of 0.000 <? 0.05. Suggestions for nurses to be motivated to increase their knowledge of the implementation of 3S-based nursing care documentation standards by conducting book reviews or attending seminars on the implementation of 3S-based nursing care documentation as well as routine supervision and in-house training can be carried out by the nursing committee. So that nurses with good knowledge accompanied by the implementation of nursing care documentation according to SDKI, SIKI and SLKI standards can improve the quality of optimal health services
Copyright (c) 2025 Leni Wijaya, Fudjie Juniarti
The Effect of Lavender Aromatherapy on Anxiety Levels in Elective Preoperative Patients in the Surgical Care Unit at Charitas Hospital KM 7 Palembang
Preoperative action is a stressor for patients that can evoke a stress reaction both physiologically and psychologically. Anxiety is one of them. One of the efforts to overcome anxiety levels is the use of lavender aromatherapy. Objective: This study aims to determine the effect of lavender aromatherapy on the anxiety level of elective preoperative patients.Methods: The study used the Pre Experiment design method with a one group pre post test design, with a sample of 35 respondents. Sampling was carried out by purposive sampling technique. Data analysis using univariates, bivariates (Wilcoxon Test) Results: The results of the study obtained a significant value of the non-parametric statistical test (Wilcoxon) sign rank was <0.001 (p value < 0.05) which means that there is an effect of lavender aromatherapy on the anxiety level of elective preoperative patients. It is hoped that the results of this study can be used as reference materials and become one of the options for non-pharmacological therapy for anxiety management.
Copyright (c) 2025 Yora Nopriani, Venny Refitania
FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH NUTRITIONAL STATUS OF TODDLERS IN PMB HERASDIANA PALEMBANG CITY IN 2024
Malnutrition in toddlers is one of the problems considered important in the millennium development goals. In 2023, the prevalence of malnutrition was 13.0%. From the PMB Herasdiana Palembang Profile data, 1.92% of toddlers experienced malnutrition. The purpose of this study was to determine the Factors Related to Nutritional Status in Toddlers at PMB Herasdiana Palembang in 2024. This study used an analytical survey method with accidental sampling techniques and a cross-sectional approach, respondents in this study were mothers who had toddlers who came to PMB Herasdiana in Palembang in 2024, totaling 34 respondents. The nutritional status of toddlers was determined by weighing and the KMS book. The results of univariate analysis obtained the nutritional status of toddlers with nutritional status of toddlers lacking 20 (58.8%) and good nutrition 14 (41.2%), low maternal education 19 (55.9%) and high maternal education 15 (44.1%), unemployed mothers 14 (35.3%) and working mothers 20 (64.7%), and low family income 22 people (64.7%), and high family income 12 people (35.3%). The results of bivariate analysis with chi-square statistical test showed a significant relationship between maternal education and nutritional status of toddlers p Value < (0.02 <0.05), and there was a significant relationship between maternal occupation and family income, maternal occupation with p Value < (0.013 < 0.05), and family income p Value < (0.05 ?0.05).
Copyright (c) 2025 Annisa Khoiriah, Meta Rosdiana, Nelly Mariyam
The Relationship Between the Implementation of Lactation Management and the Parity of Breastfeeding Mothers at PMB Husniyati in 2024
Lactation management is a procedure that regulates the entire breastfeeding process to run well. Other factors that also influence a mother's failure to provide exclusive breastfeeding are perinatal factors (parity and type of delivery). The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between the implementation of lactation management and the parity of breastfeeding mothers at PMB Husniyati in 2024. This research method uses an analytical method with a cross-sectional approach with a sample size of 35 people. Based on the results of the research that has been carried out regarding the relationship between the implementation of lactation management and the parity of breastfeeding mothers, the results obtained from the bivariate analysis of the chi-square statistical test show that the p value = 0.04 (? 0.05). The conclusion is that there is a relationship between the implementation of lactation management and the parity of breastfeeding mothers at PMB Husniyati Palembang in 2024. Suggestions are expected for health workers, especially midwives, to provide counseling on the implementation of lactation management that is adjusted to the parity of breastfeeding mothers.
Copyright (c) 2025 Sri Emilda, Fyzria Qudratullah, Putri Rahmah Azzahrah
THE EFFECT OF E-BOOKLET MEDIA HEALTH EDUCATION ON FIRST AID FOR SPORTS INJURIES ON THE LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE OF ADOLESCENTS
Sports injuries are pain caused by sports that can lead to disability, injury or damage to muscles, joints and other parts of the body. If sports injuries are not treated quickly and properly, they can also lead to difficulties in performing various daily activities or the sport in question. With the existence of this Media Health Education E-Booklet, it is important for students to prevent aggravation when they suffer a sports injury. The purpose of this study was to determine “The Impact of the Media Health Education E-Booklet on First Aid for Sports Injuries on Adolescents' Knowledge Level”. This research method is quantitative. This study uses a pre-experimental design with a one-group before and after test design. The population used in this study was all students of SMK Telenika Palembang, a total of 51 respondents who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The instrument used in the study was a questionnaire. The data analysis used was univariate and bivariate. The results showed that the average knowledge of adolescents increased by about 25.05% before and after health education. Based on the statistical analysis, this change has a p-value of 0.000, indicating a significant change. Therefore, e-booklets have been proven to be effective in increasing adolescents' knowledge of first aid for sports injuries.
Copyright (c) 2025 Oscar Ari Wiryansyah, Risti Nur Janah
THE APPLICATION OF BABY GYMNASTICS TO IMPROVE THE MOTOR DEVELOPMENT OF BABIES AGED 3-12 MONTHS AT PMB VITRI SUZANTI
Baby gymnastics is one of the effective stimulations to support the motor development of infants during growth. This activity involves simple movements that are specifically designed to stimulate the muscles, coordination, and motor skills of infants, both gross and fine motor skills. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of baby gymnastics in improving motor development in infants aged 3-12 months. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between Baby Gymnastics and Infant Motor Development in PMB 2024. This study used a quantitative descriptive method with a cross-sectional approach with a sample size of 16 people. The results of the study showed that 54.5% of infants who did baby gymnastics experienced good motor development, and 45.5% of infants who did not do baby gymnastics did not experience infant motor development. The results obtained from the bivariate analysis of the chi-square statistical test showed that the p value = 0.588> a 0.05. The conclusion is that there is no relationship between infant gymnastics and infant motor development at PMB Vitri Suzanti Palembang in 2024. Suggestions are expected for midwifery students and health workers to provide IEC through counseling or education about the benefits of infant gymnastics to improve infant motor development for the community and it is expected for those who participate in infant gymnastics to always consult with health workers regarding changes that occur after doing infant gymnastics so that if there are abnormalities, they can be addressed immediately.
Copyright (c) 2025 Nurbaity, Dona Tri Sundari
LITERATURE REVIEW ANALYSIS OF FACTORS RELATED TO NON-MEDICAL EMPLOYEES' KNOWLEDGE OF BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
Traffic accidents result in damage to several organs due to trauma. The organ that experiences damage most quickly is the brain. Accident victims' condition can get worse or lead to death if not treated quickly, especially in cases of cardiac arrest and respiratory arrest. It is very important for a nurse to learn BHD, because BHD is very necessary in emergency measures to clear the airway, assist breathing and maintain blood circulation so that it can save a person's life. The aim of the research is to analyze factors related to non-medical employees' knowledge about Basic Life Support (BHD) at the South Sumatra Province Health Office in 2024. The type of literature review used in this research is a scoping review. The keywords used in this research are factors, knowledge, non-medical employees, basic life support (BHD). It is hoped that the suggestions will provide information to the public regarding the importance of carrying out BHD. So, the public will have knowledge and insight about the factors related to Basic Life Support (BHD).
Copyright (c) 2025 Fitriyanti, R.A Fadila
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN KNOWLEDGE AND MOTHERS' ATTITUDES TOWARDS THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KANGAROO METHOD IN LOW BIRTH WEIGHT INFANTS
According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2023, the infant mortality rate was recorded at 16.85 per 1,000 live births. One of the main causes of neonatal mortality is the birth of babies with low birth weight (LBW). One method that can be used to handle LBW babies is the kangaroo method. The success of implementing this method is influenced by various factors, including the knowledge and attitude of the mother. This study aims to identify the relationship between the level of knowledge and attitudes of mothers towards the implementation of the kangaroo method on LBW babies in the Neonatal Ward of Siti Fatimah Azzahra Hospital, South Sumatra Province, in 2024. This study uses a quantitative analytical approach with a cross-sectional design. The study population included all mothers who gave birth to LBW babies in the neonatal ward of the hospital, with a sample size of 25 respondents selected through purposive sampling techniques. Data analysis was carried out using the Chi-Square statistical test. The results of the study showed a significant relationship between maternal knowledge (p-value = 0.028) and maternal attitude (p-value = 0.007) with the implementation of the kangaroo method in LBW babies. As a recommendation, the results of this study are expected to be a consideration for hospitals in improving the quality of health services, especially in the implementation of care using the Kangaroo Method.
Copyright (c) 2025 Sherly Widianti, Tiara Sukma
DESCRIPTION OF URIC ACID IN THE ELDERLY AT THE CELIKAH KAYUAGUNG HEALTH CENTER
The abnormal levels of uric acid in the blood generally occur in men of advanced age, while in women it is found during menopause. This study aims to determine the profile of blood uric acid levels in elderly patients at the Celikah Kayuagung public health center in 2025. This research uses a descriptive method, with 20 samples examined using accidental sampling, conducted at the Elderly Integrated Health Service and carried out at the Celikah Kayuagung public health center in 2025. The analysis results showed that 10 elderly individuals (50%) had hyperuricemia and 10 individuals (50%) were normal. Based on the age of the elderly, in the early elderly group (46-55 years), no cases of hyperuricemia were found, and 1 individual (100%) was normal in the late elderly age group (56-65 years). In the upper elderly age group (65 years and above), there were 5 individuals (50%) with hyperuricemia and 5 individuals (50%) normal, and in the 55.6% with hyperuricemia and 4 individuals (44.4%) normal Based on gender, it was found that 4 people (57.1%) had hyperuricemia and 3 people (42.9%) were normal among males, whereas among females, 6 people (46.2%) had hyperuricemia and 7 people (53.8%) were normal. It is advised for the elderly to continue to apply a healthy lifestyle by exercising regularly, reducing high purine consumption, avoiding alcohol, and not smoking.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ranti Liliana, Fitri Aprianti, Heryanti
The Relationship Between Breastfeeding Position, Breastfeeding Frequency, and Nipple Condition with Breast Milk Blockage in Postpartum Mothers at the Sungai Pinang Health Center, Ogan Ilir District, in 2024
Breast engorgement is a condition of blocked milk flow due to narrowing of the lactiferous ducts, incompletely emptied mammary glands, or abnormalities in the nipples. This study aims to determine the relationship between breastfeeding position, breastfeeding frequency, and nipple condition simultaneously with the occurrence of breast engorgement in postpartum mothers at the Sungai Pinang Community Health Center, Ogan Ilir Regency, in 2024. Data were obtained from 64 postpartum mothers during January–February 2024, with 8 mothers experiencing breast engorgement. This study used an analytical survey design with a cross-sectional approach to explain the relationship between breastfeeding position, breastfeeding frequency, and nipple condition (independent) with the occurrence of breast engorgement (dependent). The results of the bivariate analysis showed that the breastfeeding position was less than optimal at 23.4% (p = 0.004), the frequency of breastfeeding was not optimal at 25.0% (p = 0.000), and the nipple condition was abnormal at 18.8% (p = 0.001). There is a significant relationship between these three variables and the incidence of breast milk engorgement. It is recommended that community health centers actively provide education, counseling, and counseling on proper breastfeeding techniques, the importance of breastfeeding immediately after delivery, and an understanding of the causes and impacts of breast milk engorgement in postpartum mothers.
Copyright (c) 2025 Tri Kuryani, Eka Afrika, Erma Puspita Sari, Arie Anggraini
THE EFFECT OF BOOKLET MEDIA ON THE NUTRITIONAL KNOWLEDGE OF MOTHERS IN FACING THE POSTPARTUM PERIOD AT THE CLINIC FERAWATI S.ST. PALEMBANG IN 2024
Issues related to nutritional consumption levels are influenced by several dominant factors, such as education, occupation, food taboo culture, and body image. Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2016 showed that nutritional needs during the postpartum period, especially during breastfeeding, increased by 25%. This research method applies a quantitative analytical approach with a cross-sectional design. The population in this study included all pregnant women who were at the Ferawati S.ST Palembang midwife clinic in November with a total sample of 25 respondents. The results of the study showed a significant relationship between pregnant women's knowledge regarding the influence of booklet media on maternal nutritional knowledge during the postpartum period at the Ferawati Midwife Clinic, S.ST Palembang in 2024 with a P-value = 0.00. It is hoped that the Health staff at the Ferawati Midwife Clinic, S.ST Palembang can be more optimal in increasing pregnant women's understanding of maternal nutrition during the postpartum period, so that it can be a guideline for improving the quality of health services and quality at the research location.
Copyright (c) 2025 Italia, Zakinah Arlina, Salama
The Relationship Between Age and Knowledge of Adolescent Girls Regarding Early Detection of Breast Cancer Among 10th Grade Students at SMA Bakti Keluarga in Lubuk Linggau City
Carcinoma Mammae is the main factor of death from all cancers that occur in Indonesian women. This study aims to determine the relationship between age and knowledge of female students towards early detection of Carcinoma Mammae at SMA Bakti Keluarga, Lubuk Linggau City in 2025. This study utilized an Analytical Survey with a Cross Sectional approach. The population was female students of class X of SMA Bakti Keluarga, Lubuk Linggau City in 2025 and the sample was taken using the Total sampling technique, totaling 40 people. The measuring instrument was a questionnaire. The results of the univariate analysis found that from 40 female adolescents, it was found that there were 31 early female adolescents (77.5%) and 9 late female adolescents (22.5%) and it was found that female adolescents with good knowledge were 25 respondents (62.5%) and female students with poor knowledge were 15 respondents (37.5%). Bivariate analysis shows that the age of adolescent girls has a significant relationship with early detection of Breast Carcinoma (p value 0.002) and the knowledge of adolescent girls has a significant relationship with early detection of Breast Carcinoma (p value 0.001). The conclusion is that there is a relationship between the age and knowledge of adolescent girls with early detection of Breast Carcinoma.
Copyright (c) 2025 Lely Meriaya Sari, Turiyani, Veradilla
THE EFFECT OF ACUPRESSURE THERAPY WITH FINGERS ON REDUCING ANXIETY AND COMPLAINTS IN MENOPAUSAL WOMEN
Menopause is a natural biological process that occurs in every woman, marked by the cessation of the menstrual cycle due to declining estrogen levels. This phase is often accompanied by various physical and psychological complaints, such as anxiety, sleep disturbances, and muscle pain. One non-drug method that can be used to relieve these complaints is self-directed finger acupressure therapy. This study aims to determine the effect of finger acupressure therapy on reducing menopausal complaints and anxiety levels in menopausal women. The study design used a pre-experimental approach with a one-group pretest-posttest approach. A total of 60 menopausal women who met the inclusion criteria were selected through a purposive sampling technique. The intervention was carried out for 6 days, each session lasting 15–20 minutes. Data were collected using the HARS questionnaire to measure anxiety and the MRS to assess menopausal symptoms. Data analysis using the Wilcoxon test showed a significant reduction in anxiety levels (Z = -6.861; p = 0.001) and menopausal complaints (Z = -7.681; p = 0.001) after acupressure therapy. The majority of participants experienced a reduction in anxiety levels from moderate to mild, and physical complaints decreased from moderate to mild or nonexistent. Self-acupressure therapy using the fingers has been shown to be effective in reducing anxiety and menopausal complaints and can be a safe, practical, and self-administered non-pharmacological therapy option at home.
Copyright (c) 2025 Bela Purnama Dewi, Diana H.Soebyakto, Eka Fitriana
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY AND THE RISK OF FALLS IN THE ELDERLY
The increase in age in the elderly tends to be accompanied by a decrease in the body's functional capabilities which have an impact on the body's immune system. Changes in the musculoskeletal system will cause the risk to fall in the elderly. The degenerative aging process caused by increasing age, will have an impact on physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and sexual changes. The purpose of this study is to see the relationship between environmental safety and the risk of falling on the elderly in the Palembang Harapan Kita Elderly Social Home 2025. The research method uses a quantitative analytical method with a cross sectional approach. The population in this study is all elderly people in the Harapan Kita Elderly Social Home Palembang. Using purposive sampling that is in accordance with the inclusion and exclusion criteria with a sample of 35 respondents. The results of the study were obtained in frequencyattribution, most of the respondents stated that the orphanage environment was at risk as many as 24 respondents (68.6%), most of the respondents were not at risk of falling as many as 13 respondents (37.1%). The results of the statistical test found that there was a relationship between environmental safety and the risk of falling on the elderly at the Palembang Harapan Kita Elderly Social Home in 2025 with p.value = 0.012. Suggestion It is hoped that it can improve the safety of the environment in the orphanage environment by improving the facilities in the orphanage environment so that it provides convenience for the elderly in carrying out daily activities and can minimize the risk of falling on the elderly.
Copyright (c) 2025 Rizky Melinia, Leni Wijaya
The Effect of Health Education for Menopausal Women on Anxiety Levels in the Work Area of the Merdeka Community Health Center in Palembang
Menopause is the phase where the menstrual cycle stops in women, which generally occurs between the ages of 45 and 50 years. Physical and hormonal changes that accompany this period often trigger anxiety disorders, depression, and emotional instability. Health education plays an important role in reducing anxiety levels and increasing women's understanding of menopause. This study aims to evaluate the impact of providing health education on anxiety levels in women experiencing menopause. This study used a one-group pretest-posttest design. The population in this study were all visits to the Elderly polyclinic from July to September 2024, with a total of 35 people, who were also sampled using the total sampling technique. The instrument used was an anxiety questionnaire, while the intervention was in the form of counseling about menopause for seven days. Data analysis was carried out univariately and bivariately using the Wilcoxon test. The results showed that before the intervention, most respondents experienced moderate (88.6%) and mild (11.4%) anxiety. After the intervention, there was a decrease in anxiety with the results of mild anxiety (60%) and no anxiety (40%). The Wilcoxon test produced a p value = 0.000 indicating a significant effect of health education on anxiety levels in menopausal women. This finding indicates that increased knowledge can help reduce concerns arising from complaints during menopause. The majority of respondents felt calmer and more prepared to face discomfort after receiving information through health counseling. Various daily problems that have been explained in education also contribute to reducing the anxiety experienced.
Copyright (c) 2025 Lisda Maria, Ety Susila Ningrum
THE EFFECT OF ORAL MOTOR THERAPY ON WEAK SUCTION REFLEX IN PREMATURE INFANTS
According to WHO data (2022), in 2020, nearly half (47%) of all under-five deaths occurred during the neonatal period (the first 28 days of life). One of the causes of neonatal death is premature birth. In premature infants, the sucking and swallowing reflexes are not yet fully developed. One of the treatments to improve the sucking reflex in infants is oral motor therapy. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of oral motor therapy on weak sucking reflex disorders in premature infants in the NICU of Siti Fatimah Regional Hospital in 2025. This research used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach. The population of this study consisted of all premature infants in the NICU of Siti Fatimah Regional Hospital, South Sumatra Province, from December 30, 2024, to January 30, 2025. The sample consisted of 15 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Statistical analysis was performed using the paired sample t-test. The results showed that oral motor therapy had a significant effect on weak sucking reflex disorders in premature infants in the NICU of Siti Fatimah Regional Hospital in 2025, with a p-value of 0.000. It is recommended that better nursing care be provided, especially for premature infants, through collaboration with pediatricians to improve weak sucking reflexes in premature infants using oral motor therapy.
Copyright (c) 2025 Sherly Widianti, Neneng Fauziah
THE EFFECT OF WARM WATER SOAKING ON LEG CRAMPS IN PREGNANT WOMEN. AT PMB VITRI SUZANTI PALEMBANG
Mindell et al. first trimester the percentage of leg cramps was 20.9%; the percentage increased ranging from 24.6% to 42.1% in the second trimester 47.8% to 50.0% in the third trimester. (Abandeh et al., 2024). Warm water immersion is the application of heat to the body to reduce acute or chronic pain. This study aims to determine whether warm water immersion affects leg cramps in pregnant women at PMB Vitri Suzanti in 2024. This research method is quantitative pre-experimental with pre-post test one group as the research design. All pregnant women who visited PMB Vitri Suzanti Palembang were the population of this study with a total of 48 respondents and managed to get a sample of 20 respondents who met the inclusion criteria. Based on the results of statistical analysis using the Wilcoxon test, P = 0.001 <0.05 was obtained, Therefore, Ho was turned down, Ha was accepted, however, suggesting that the level of pain before and after soaking in warm water was different after being given 5 days of care so that soaking in warm water had an effect on leg cramps in pregnant women at PMB Vitri Suzanti Palembang 2024. Suggestions are expected that health educators can educate and promote to pregnant women about the importance of carrying out non-pharmacological treatment, namely soaking in water to eliminate the discomfort of leg cramps during pregnancy.
Copyright (c) 2025 Untari Anggeni, Septriana, Yoan Marini
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SPOUSAL SUPPORT AND FREQUENCY OF ANTENATAL VISITS ON ANXIETY LEVELS IN PREGNANT WOMEN IN THE THIRD TRIMESTER AT PMB FERAWATI IN 2024
Anxiety and worry during pregnancy are an inevitable occurrence, almost always accompany pregnancy and are part of a normal adjustment process to the physical and psychological changes that occur during pregnancy (Elsera et al. 2022). Impact Anxiety of pregnant women will affect the baby's birth weight, Stress during pregnancy can cause low birth weight for gestational age, early delivery, hypertension, and changes in physical outcomes such as increased risk of asthma. In addition, it can also have an impact on the growth and development of children's nervous systems (Magister et al. 2020). Purpose of the Study To determine the relationship between husband support and frequency of antenatal visits on the level of anxiety in pregnant women in the third trimester. The results of the study obtained a p value = 0.038 < ? (0.05), this shows that there is a significant relationship between the Relationship of Husband Support and the Level of Anxiety of Pregnant Women at PMB Vitri Suzanti Palembang. Meanwhile, the relationship between the frequency of antenatal visits and the level of anxiety was obtained with a p value = 0.038 < ? (0.05), this shows that there is a significant relationship. Recommended for future researchers Can conduct similar studies using more samples, using different research methods and finding out more about the relationship between husband support and frequency of antenatal visits on anxiety levels in third trimester pregnant women.
Copyright (c) 2025 Adhish Pramudita, Rohani, Ria Gustiani, Adisty Dwi Treasa
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FAMILY SUPPORT AND ELDERLY BEHAVIOR IN CONTROLLING HYPERTENSION
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common types of arthritis, this degenerative joint condition causes pain, swelling and stiffness, affecting a person's ability to move freely. Osteoarthritis attacks all joints, including the surrounding tissue and most often occurs in the knees, hips, spine and hands. The aim of this study was to determine the intensity of osteoarthritis pain in the elderly before and after giving a compress made of boiled red ginger water. This research uses a One Group Pre-Test and Post-Test Design. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling so that the number of respondents was 52 respondents. Analysis used the Wilcoxon test with the results of the analysis showing that there was a significant influence or difference in the increase in the average value of the osteoarthritis pain scale in the elderly before the red ginger boiled water compress was applied and after the red ginger boiled water compress was applied (p-value = 0.000). It is hoped that community health centers can implement red ginger boiled water compresses which can reduce osteoarthritis pain in the elderly as a complementary therapy.
Copyright (c) 2025 R.A Fadila, Riska Tri Komala
THE EFFECT OF PARENT EDUCATION ABOUT CORN PUDDING TO PREVENT STUNTING ON CHILDREN AT KARTIKA II-3 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN PALEMBANG.
Stunting is a growth disorder in children caused by inadequate social stimulation, repeated infections, and malnutrition. The issue of stunting occurring in developing countries like Indonesia will become a health problem for society and must be seriously addressed. One of the actions taken by health services in an effort to prevent stunting in children is health education about corn pudding. The purpose of this research is to determine the impact of educating parents to prevent stunting in children. The Method analysis in this study is a quantitative research with a pre-experimental type of research. The research design used is a pre-post test design, with a one group pretest and post test design. The population in the study consists of parents and children at Kartika II-3 Elementary School in Palembang, with a sample of 74 people selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. The instruments used were questionnaires and e-booklets. The data analysis used is Univariate and Bivariate. The results obtained from the measurements before and after the health education pre-test showed an increase from 41.9% to 60.8%. The result of the Wilcoxon Hypothesis Test, as seen from the Sig. (2-tailed) value, is 0.000. Therefore, if the p value < 0.05 (Ho is rejected, Ha is accepted). It can be concluded that there is an influence of education on parents about corn pudding to prevent stunting in children at SD Kartika II-3 Palembang. It is hoped that this education can be continuously implemented by educational institutions and health professionals as a promotive and preventive effort to reduce stunting rates, as well as to develop other nutritious local food menu variations to optimally support children’s growth and development.
Copyright (c) 2025 Sherly Widianti, Hesti Yonada
IDENTIFICATION OF POSSIBLE SARCOPENIA THROUGH CALF CIRCUMFERENCE TEST IN ADOLESCENT PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Physical activity is a movement activity that involves the physical through elements of the limbs in the form of muscles, small muscles or large muscles. Sarcopenia is a progressive decrease in muscle mass and strength, which usually occurs during aging, is a syndrome that is directly influenced by physical activity. Measurement of muscle strength and measurement of physical performance as additional methods to diagnose sarcopenia. Calf circumference is a measurement test to see the circumference of the calf. This study is a quantitative study. The samples used were students from West Surabaya High School and students from the Ciputra Faculty of Medicine, with details of 40 students with an age range between 14-16 years and 67 students with an age range between 17-23 years. The results of the study that have been obtained were obtained from 67 students, 14 men with a percentage of 21% were categorized as normal, while 8 men with a percentage of 12% were categorized as possible sarcopenia. Of the 67 people, 27 women with a percentage of 40% were categorized as normal, while 18 women with a percentage of 27% were categorized as possible sarcopenia. While of the 40 students, 20 men with a percentage of 50% were categorized as normal, while 9 men with a percentage of 23% were categorized as possible sarcopenia. Of the 40 people, 6 women with a percentage of 15% were categorized as normal, while 5 women with a percentage of 13% were categorized as possible sarcopenia.
Copyright (c) 2025 Raden Roro Shinta Arisanti, Natalia Yuwono, Erik Jaya Gunawan
THE EFFECT OF WORK ENVIRONMENT ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE
Performance is the result of work that can be achieved by an individual or group according to their respective roles and tasks in an organization. The work environment is everything that is around employees while working that can influence employees in completing the tasks and work to be done. To improve good employee performance, a good environment is also needed. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the work environment on employee performance at the Palembang Public Health Laboratory Center in 2025. The research design used in this study was quantitative using an analytical survey with a cross-sectional approach. The population in this study were employees at the Palembang Public Health Laboratory Center, totaling 51 employees. Sampling used a purposive sampling technique based on inclusion criteria and exclusion criteria with a sample size of 51 employees, data collection was carried out using a questionnaire which was then analyzed using statistical tests with the Chi-Square test. The results showed that there was an influence of the work environment on employee performance at the Palembang Public Health Laboratory Center with a p-value of 0.001 < ? 0.05. It is expected to maintain and improve room facilities such as adding ventilation so that employees are more comfortable working because a good working environment can improve employee performance.
Copyright (c) 2025 Leni Wijaya, Khodijah Edimasjar
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN OVERCROWDED CONDITIONS AND THE ACCURACY OF TRIAGE IN EMERGENCY ROOMS
The Emergency Department (ER) is a vital part of the hospital that is tasked with providing first aid through the triage process to patients in emergency conditions. The increasing number of visits to the ER requires an appropriate patient priority selection system. This study aims to determine the relationship between overcrowded conditions and the accuracy of triage implementation in the ER of Siti Fatimah Hospital. The study used an analytical survey design with a cross-sectional approach, involving all 34 ER nurses selected through a total sampling technique. The research instrument used an observation sheet, and the data were analyzed using the chi square test. The results showed that 88.2% of nurses performed triage correctly and 11.8% did not. As many as 26.5% of nurses experienced overcrowded conditions. Statistical tests showed a significant relationship between overcrowded conditions and triage accuracy (p = 0.048). It is recommended that ER nurses be given special training to improve appropriate and measurable responses.
Copyright (c) 2025 Resnani Ulpa, Oscar Ari Wiryansyah
THE EFFECT OF CLASSICAL MUSIC THERAPY INTERVENTION ON BLOOD PRESSURE AND SLEEP QUALITY IN ELDERLY PEOPLE WITH HYPERTENSION IN THE HEMODIALYSIS ROOM
An elderly person is someone who has reached the age of 60 years and above and whose body is increasingly susceptible to diseases such as hypertension and sleep disorders. One effort to address these problems is through the use of classical music therapy. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of classical music therapy intervention on blood pressure and sleep quality in elderly people with hypertension. This research method used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-post test design. The population in this study was 46 respondents. Sampling was carried out using a total sampling technique. The results of the study obtained a non-parametric statistical test (Wilcoxon sign-rank test) with a p-value of 0.000 (<0.05), indicating an effect of classical music therapy intervention on blood pressure and sleep quality in the elderly. It is hoped that the results of this study can be used as a reference and as an option for non-pharmacological therapy for the management of hypertension and sleep disorders.
Copyright (c) 2025 Yora Nopriani, Ecy Xesti
Improving Pregnant Women's Knowledge and Attitudes About Animal Protein Through Audio-Visual Media as a Means of Preventing Stunting
According to World Health Organization (WHO) data in 2020, Indonesia is the second highest in Southeast Asia at 31.8%, (Ashilah et al. 2023). The purpose of the research is to know the increase in knowledge and attitudes of pregnant women about animal protein through audio-visual media as an effort to prevent stunting. This study uses a quasi-experimental research design with a pretest-posttest control group design approach. Based on the results of the study, it is known that the average knowledge of mothers before being given audio-visual media is 49.33 and the average knowledge of mothers after being given audiovisual media education on animal protein has increased to 49.48. So it can be concluded that audio-visual media has an effect in improving the mother's attitude in preventing stunting obtained a significant value of 49.53 which is smaller than the significant level of 5% or (p value 0.000 0.05), then it can be stated that there is an influence of audio-visual media on the attitude of mothers in preventing stunting at PMB Ferawati SST Palembang in 2024. It is hoped that this research can be further refined by conducting similar research using more samples, using different methods and using other interventions such as using leaflets, booklets or using whattsapp media so that research on the provision of Audio Visual Media as an Effort to Prevent Stunting can be even better
Copyright (c) 2025 Andesti, Rohani, Vera Yuanita
THE EFFECT OF GROUP ACTIVITY THERAPY ON REDUCING THE LEVEL OF AUDITORY HALLUCINATIONS IN SCHIZOPHRENIA PATIENTS
Schizophrenia is a syndrome with diverse causes, with a varied course of the disease, depending on a combination of genetic, biological, social, and cultural factors. Symptoms of schizophrenia are generally divided into two types, one is positive symptoms, which include hallucinations—perceptions that arise due to stimuli that are too strong to be processed normally—and delusions and impaired logical thinking. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of group activity therapy on reducing the level of auditory hallucinations in schizophrenia patients at the Mitra Mulia Husada Foundation in Palembang City in 2024. This study used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach without a control group. The results of the frequency distribution showed that the majority of respondents had a good lifestyle, namely 35 elderly people (62.5%), while those with a poor lifestyle were 21 elderly people (37.5%). Before the implementation of group activity therapy, the average hallucination score in the 20 respondents was 12.95. After being given the therapy, the average score increased to 13.75. Statistical test results showed a significant effect between group activity therapy and a reduction in the intensity of auditory hallucinations in schizophrenia patients (p-value = 0.002). Therefore, it is recommended that the Mitra Mulia Husada Foundation of South Sumatra Province integrate group activity therapy as part of a non-psychopharmacological intervention in nursing care for patients with auditory hallucinations.
Copyright (c) 2025 Italia, Nurul Hidayati
THE EFFECT OF BALANCE EXERCISE ON THE LEVEL OF BALANCE OF THE ELDERLY WITH THE RISK OF FALLING IN 2024
Elderly individuals are at high risk of postural balance disturbances due to decreased muscle function, which increases the risk of falls. One effective method to improve body balance is balance exercise. Objective: To determine the effect of balance exercise on the balance levels of elderly individuals with fall risk at the Harapan Kita Social Welfare Elderly Home in Palembang in 2024. This study used a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design and a one- group pretest-posttest approach. A sample of 20 elderly participants was selected using purposive sampling. Balance was measured using the Berg Balance Scale before and after the balance exercise intervention. Data analysis was performed using parametric statistical analysis with paired t-test. The average balance level before the intervention was 40.30 (moderate fall risk), and after the intervention, it increased to 46.55 (low fall risk). The statistical test results showed a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant effect of balance exercise on improving balance in the elderly. Balance exercise is effective in improving body balance and reducing fall risk in elderly individuals. Future research should extend the duration of the intervention and explore other methods that can support balance improvement in the elderly.
Copyright (c) 2025 Evi Royani, Fera Siska, Zakinah Arlina
APOPTOSIS ACTIVITY OF HELA CELLS BY ACTIVE MAHOGANY FRACTION: FLOWCYTOMETRY STUDY
Cervical cancer is a leading cause of death among women, particularly in developing countries with limited access to conventional treatment (Sung, 2021). Modern cancer therapy strategies focus on inducing apoptosis, a programmed cell death process that suppresses tumor progression (Elmore, 2022). Medicinal plants such as Swietenia mahagoni, which contain flavonoids and limonoids with cytotoxic effects, are promising sources of pro-apoptotic agents (Abotaleb, 2018; Syame, 2022). This study aimed to evaluate the apoptotic activity of the ethyl acetate fraction of Swietenia mahagoni leaves against HeLa cervical cancer cells in vitro using flow cytometry (Shapiro, 2024). HeLa cells were treated at the IC?? concentration and stained with Annexin V-FITC/PI to detect apoptosis. Results showed 62.44% total apoptosis, close to that of cisplatin (71.28%) and significantly higher than the negative control (8.35%). These findings indicate strong pro-apoptotic potential of the fraction as a natural anticancer agent. Further research is recommended to identify the active compounds, confirm the molecular apoptosis pathway, and conduct in vivo tests for phytopharmaceutical development.
Copyright (c) 2025 Diah Komala Sari, Gusti Ayu Widayanti, Nur Arifah
EFFECTIVENESS OF OLIVE OIL USE IN MENOPAUSAL WOMEN WITH XEROSIS KUTIS USING THE ROY ADAPTATION METHOD
Menopause is a natural phase that marks the end of menstruation and reproduction in women. One of the complaints that is often experienced during menopause is xerosis cutis (dry skin), which has an impact on comfort and quality of life. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of using olive oil on skin moisture in menopausal women using Roy's adaptation theory approach. This study used a pre-experimental design with a one group pretest-posttest design. The sample consisted of 74 menopausal women who experienced xerosis cutis and were selected using a purposive sampling technique*. The study was conducted from January to February 2025 in the Sekip Palembang Health Center work area. Data analysis using the Wilcoxon test showed a p value = 0.000 (p <0.05), which indicated a significant effect of using olive oil on increasing skin moisture. These results indicate that olive oil can be used as an alternative skin care intervention in menopausal women. It is hoped that health workers, especially nurses, can integrate interventions based on Roy's adaptation theory in providing holistic nursing care.
Copyright (c) 2025 Lisda Maria, Astrid Suwendra Kusuma