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Journal : Indonesian Journal Nursing and Health Care

The Relationship between Information Seeking and Treatment-Seeking Behavior in Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients in the Service Area of Pacerakkang Community Health Center. Jusma; Tawil, Suarnianti; Abrar, Eva Arna
Indonesian Journal of Nursing and Health Care Vol. 1 No. 1: February (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64914/6fazhv71

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Background: Pulmonary tuberculosis ranks third globally in terms of prevalence. This disease is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, with patients whose sputum contains Mycobacterium tuberculosis serving as its contagious source. According to observations in South Sulawesi, Makassar City leads in having the highest number of TB cases, reaching 5,418 cases. Objective: This study aims to determine the relationship between information seeking and treatment-seeking behavior among pulmonary tuberculosis patients in the service area of Pacerakkang Community Health Center. Metode: Adopting a cross-sectional study design with simple random sampling technique, the research involved 52 respondents. Data collection was conducted using a questionnaire, and the collected data were processed using a master table. Results: The results of the chi-square test regarding treatment-seeking behavior with information seeking show p <0.05. Conclusion: In conclusion, there is a significant relationship between information seeking and treatment-seeking behavior among pulmonary tuberculosis patients in the service area of Pacerakkang Community Health Center
Relationship Between Diet and Incident Hypertyension in the Work Area Health Center Kabaena Hakim, Arafat Aljiihadi; Suarnianti; Fauziah, Liza
Indonesian Journal of Nursing and Health Care Vol. 2 No. 1: February (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64914/nzxtqn84

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Background: Hypertension is an increase in systolic blood pressure of more than 140 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure of more than 90 mmHg, which is caused by disorders in the blood vessels that result in the supply of oxygen and nutrients carried by the blood being blocked to the body tissues that need it.Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between diet and the incidence of hypertension in the Kabaena Health Center work area.Methods: uses a quantitative research type, descriptive design with a Cross Sectional approach. The population in this study were all people suffering from hypertension at the Kabaena Health Center, totaling 57 people. The sample in this study was 57 respondents using a sampling technique, namely total sampling. Measurement of variables using an instrument in the form of a Frequency Food Questionnaire (FFQ). Data management using SPSS. The analysis used was univariate analysis and bivariate analysis using the chi square test (ρ <0.05).Results: bivariate analysis showed a relationship between the type of food and the incidence of hypertension (ρ = 0.041), and no relationship between the amount and frequency of eating and the incidence of hypertension (ρ = 0.899, ρ = 0.245).Conclusion: The conclusion of this study is that there is a relationship between the type of food and the incidence of hypertension and there is no relationship between the amount and frequency of eating and the incidence of hypertension in the Kabaena Health Center work area.
The Relationship Between Psychological Well-Being and the Quality of Life of Elderly People Suffering from Osteoarthritis at Tamalanrea Jaya Health Center Ramma, Irayanti; Suarnianti; BN, Indah Restika
Indonesian Journal of Nursing and Health Care Vol. 2 No. 2: August (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64914/xs5pry51

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Background: As life expectancy rises, the elderly population worldwide continues to grow, including in Indonesia. One of the most prevalent health issues among the elderly is osteoarthritis (OA), which can significantly impair their quality of life. Objective: This study aims to explore the relationship between psychological well-being and the quality of life of elderly individuals suffering from osteoarthritis at Puskesmas Tamalanrea Jaya. Methods: A quantitative descriptive correlational study with a cross-sectional design was employed. The study sample consisted of 58 elderly individuals diagnosed with OA, selected through total sampling. Psychological well-being was measured using Ryff’s Psychological Well-Being Scale (RPWB), and quality of life was assessed using the WHOQOL-BREF. Data were analyzed using Pearson correlation tests. Results: The study revealed a significant relationship between psychological well-being and quality of life in elderly individuals with osteoarthritis (p<0.05). Conclusion: The findings suggest that improved psychological well-being is associated with a better quality of life for the elderly suffering from osteoarthritis. Thus, interventions supporting the mental health of the elderly should be integrated into OA management strategies.
The Impact of Health Education Through Audio-Visual Media on Increasing Knowledge of Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Among Students Lukman, Auliyah Usriani; Suarnianti; Andi Fajriansi
Indonesian Journal of Nursing and Health Care Vol. 2 No. 2: August (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64914/6er8pp32

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Background: Type II Diabetes Mellitus continues to rise globally, especially among adolescents, who often lack awareness of the risks associated with this disease due to insufficient information. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the impact of health education using audio-visual media on increasing knowledge of Type II Diabetes Mellitus prevention among 11th-grade students at SMA Negeri 23 Makassar. Methods: The research used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test approach. A total of 138 respondents were randomly selected from a population of 212 students. Data were collected using a questionnaire and analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. Results: The study found a significant improvement in the knowledge of Type II Diabetes Mellitus prevention after receiving health education through audio-visual media, with a ???? value of 0.000. Conclusion: Health education through audio-visual media significantly enhances the knowledge level regarding the prevention of Type II Diabetes Mellitus among 11th-grade students at SMA Negeri 23 Makassar.