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Optimizing elderly management in improving functional independence Kurniawan, Didi
Journal of Community Nursing and Primary Care Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024): January - June
Publisher : Science Center Group

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63202/jcnpc.v1i1.30

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The increasing aging population has heightened the need for effective management strategies that support functional independence among older adults. Functional independence, defined as the ability to perform daily activities autonomously, is crucial for maintaining quality of life in the elderly. This article discusses essential aspects of optimizing elderly management, emphasizing the role of gerontological nursing. Key strategies include addressing polypharmacy, promoting exercise interventions, implementing technological solutions such as smart home systems, and encouraging skill development. These approaches enable elderly individuals to sustain autonomy and reduce dependence on continuous supervision, thereby enhancing their dignity and well-being. By integrating these strategies, gerontological nursing can significantly contribute to improving the quality of life and independence among the elderly, meeting the demands of a growing demographic.
Translation and validation of the Indonesian version of the Family Support Scale (FSS) for elderly Didi Kurniawan; Junaiti Sahar; Etty Rekawati; Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika
Lentera Perawat Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): October - December
Publisher : School of Health Sciences Al-Ma'arif

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v6i4.611

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Abstract Background: Family support is a crucial determinant of elderly wellbeing, influencing emotional stability, independence, and overall quality of life. The Family Support Scale (FSS) is widely used internationally to measure perceived family support; however, no standardized Indonesian version has been available for elderly populations. Objective: This study aimed to translate, culturally adapt, and evaluate the validity and reliability of the Family Support Scale (FSS) for Older People into the Indonesian language for use among the elderly. Methods: A methodological design was applied using a standardized back-translation procedure encompassing forward translation, synthesis, blind back-translation, and expert harmonization. Fifty elderly respondents aged ≥60 years in Pekanbaru were recruited to assess the instrument’s psychometric properties. Construct validity was evaluated through corrected item–total correlation, while reliability was measured using Cronbach’s Alpha. Results: All 20 items demonstrated acceptable corrected item–total correlation values (>0.30), indicating good construct validity. Reliability testing yielded a Cronbach’s Alpha of 0.949, reflecting excellent internal consistency. The translation and cultural adaptation process successfully preserved semantic, cultural, and conceptual equivalence with the original instrument. Conclusion: The Indonesian version of the FSS is valid and reliable for assessing perceived family support among the elderly in Indonesia. The instrument is suitable for use in clinical practice, community health assessments, and elderly-focused research. Future studies should include larger and more diverse samples and incorporate exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses to further strengthen the construct structure.
Co-Authors A.r Nurjanah Ritonga Abda Abda ADITYA NUGRAHA Agrina Agrina Agrina Ahmad Faisal Ahmad Faisal Alviza, Alviza Aminatul Fitri Ananda Apriyanto Hasibuan Annisa Nurul Khairani Aprianti, Siska Ari Pristiana Dewi Arif Rahman Zen Arneli Arneli Arneliwati Asih Wahyuni Sutomo Ayu Febriani Ayu Prawesti Priambodo aziz, ari rahmat Cindy Gusvita Hamdani Cucup Pradila Desti Juwita Harefa Dewi Liesnoor Setyowati DHANI ARIATMANTO Dita Fadhila Eka Febryanti Elanda, Seftri Elia Reski Naya Erika Etty Rekawati Fathra Annis Nauli Fransiska Novita Sari Gita Permata Mulya Gusvita Hamdani, Cindy Harsanti Kurnia Hasanah, Azzahra Ushwatun Hidayanti, Uci Nurul Ikbal, Rahmat Ikhsan, Kurnia Ikke Gustianti Ilahi, Rifki Jewi Utami Junaiti Sahar Koko Wahyu Tarnoto Kosika, Denny Kurnia Ikhsan Kurnia Rahman Misrayadi Kurnia, Harsanti Kusman Ibrahim Legi Oktri Lidya Ayu, Nur Lilis Kurniati M. Martunus Rawanda Musfadi Rustam Nopriadi Nopriadi Nova Sutriani Nur Azizah Nur Azizah Nur Lidya Ayu Nurjanah Ritonga, A.r Nurrizkia, Tiara Nursyahfitri Rizky Ramadhani Nurul Hijja Nurul huda Nurul Latifah nurul latifah Oswati Hasanah Pebriana, Suci Pikri, Jikro Putri Anita Permatasari Putri Kholillah Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika Reni Zulfitri Resfi Syahputri Rifki Ilahi Risky Pebrinaldi Ristafarida Saulina Hutajulu Rustam, Musfardi Salsabila, Anisa Sari, Niken Yuniar Siswahyudianto Siti Jamariah Siti Nurdiyanah Sri Gusti Andini Sri Wahyuni Syamsiar, Syamsiar Tampubolon, Masrina Munawarah Tania Napisa Bilqis Tiara Nurrizkia Triva Septi Wahyuni Widya Raphita Lumbantoruan Wilna, Dian Sri Yesi Hasneli N