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The Effect of Health Education on Improving Pregnant Women’s Knowledge: A Pre-Experimental Study Ita Haryanti; Wachyu Amelia
International Journal of Health Engineering and Technology Vol. 4 No. 5 (2026): IJHESS JANUARY 2026
Publisher : CV. AFDIFAL MAJU BERKAH

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55227/ijhet.v4i5.553

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Pregnant women’s knowledge of pregnancy danger signs is an important factor in preventing complications and reducing the risk of maternal morbidity and mortality. A lack of understanding of these danger signs often leads to delays in seeking medical care. This study aimed to determine the effect of health education on improving pregnant women’s knowledge of pregnancy danger signs in the working area of Sekarjaya Public Health Center in 2025. This study employed a pre-experimental design using a one-group pretest–posttest approach and involved 30 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire consisting of 15 multiple-choice questions that had been tested for validity and reliability. The intervention consisted of health education on pregnancy danger signs, delivered for approximately 45 minutes using lectures, interactive discussions, question-and-answer sessions, and leaflet media. Data analysis using the Paired t-Test showed a significant increase in knowledge scores, from a mean of 63.47 before the intervention to 82.20 after the intervention (p = 0.000). The results indicate that health education is effective in improving pregnant women’s knowledge of pregnancy danger signs. It is recommended that health workers integrate health education as an essential component of antenatal care services to enhance maternal preparedness and safety during pregnancy.  
Determinants of Antenatal Care Adherence among Pregnant Women in a Midwifery Practice: A Cross-sectional study Ita Haryanti; Maya Sartika; Yeviza Puspitasari
International Journal of Health Engineering and Technology Vol. 5 No. 3 (2026): SEPTEMBER 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55227/ijhet.v5i3.1048

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Background: Antenatal care adherence supports early identification and management of pregnancy-related complications. However, maternal and family-related factors may prevent women from completing the recommended antenatal care schedule. Objective: This study examined the associations of maternal age, educational attainment, occupational status, and husband support with antenatal care adherence. Methods: This analytical cross-sectional study included 34 women who had received antenatal care during their most recent pregnancy at an independent midwifery practice in Ogan Komering Ulu Regency, Indonesia. Data were collected using a demographic questionnaire, husband-support questionnaire, and antenatal care record checklist. Frequencies, percentages, and Pearson’s chi-square test were used for data analysis. Results: Twenty participants (58.8%) did not adhere to the recommended antenatal care schedule. Maternal age was significantly associated with antenatal care adherence (p = .003). Educational attainment showed a significant association with adherence (p < .001), while occupational status was also significantly associated with adherence (p = .003). Husband support demonstrated a significant association with antenatal care adherence (p = .001). Conclusion: Maternal age, education, occupation, and husband support were associated with antenatal care adherence. Midwives should provide flexible services, individualized education, and husband-inclusive counseling to improve attendance.