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The Relationship Of The Level Of Elderly Knowledge About Dementia And The Risk Of Dementia Zhahira, Anisya Virotika; Maryam, Raden Siti; Riyanti, Eska; Resnayati, Yeti; Nurhasanah, Aan; Pudjiati, Pudjiati
Nursing Genius Journal Vol. 1 No. 2 (2024): Nursing Genius Journal (February-April)
Publisher : PT. Nursing Genius Care

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.65874/ngj/v1.i2.2024.42

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Background:The growing elderly population will bring many changes that impact health problems, such as dementia which affects cognitive function. Objective: Analyzing the relationship between the level of knowledge of the elderly about dementia and the risk of developing dementia at the Mekarsari Village Health Center. Methods:This study uses a quantitative approach that is descriptive analytic, using a cross sectional design. The sample in this study were 85 elderly who were taken using purposive sampling. Data analysis used the chi square test. The instrument used to measure the possibility of dementia in respondents is a modified standard instrument of the HVLT (Hopkins Verbal Learning Test Version) and modified DKAS (Dementia Knowledge Assessment Scale). Results:The results showed that there was a relationship between the level of knowledge of the elderly about dementia and the risk of dementia with a total p value of 0.030 (<0.05). Conclusion:The level of knowledge about dementia in elderly respondents is mostly knowledgeable. The majority of the risk of dementia in the elderly is in the normal category.
The Influence of Lifestyle Modifications in Elderly People With Hypertension on Self-Efficacy and Quality of Life Resnayati, Yeti; Maryam, Raden Siti; Riasmini, Ni Made; Pudjiati, Pudjiati; Carolina Hapsari, Dina
Nursing Genius Journal Vol. 1 No. 2 (2024): Nursing Genius Journal (February-April)
Publisher : PT. Nursing Genius Care

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.65874/ngj/v1.i2.2024.47

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Background:  Problems in the elderly occur due to a decline in all organ functions. The aging process can cause various physical, biological, mental, and socio-economic problems. One very important factor influencing quality of life is lifestyle and lifestyle promotion behavior.  Methods:  Pretest-posttest research design with control group design. Sample of elderly individuals. The sampling strategy used was simple random sampling with a sample size of 39 each for the intervention group and control group. Data analysis used the difference between two means test (t-test). Results:   shows a significant difference (p = 0.000) in self-efficacy and quality of life for the elderly between the intervention group and the control group after the lifestyle modification intervention. Conclusion:    It is hoped that continued promotional and preventive activities for senior people can be carried out through the integrated guide post (Posbindu). Lifestyle adjustments for elderly people with hypertension can increase their self-efficacy and quality of life.