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Reduction of BOD, COD, and TSS in Textile Wastewater Using Bentonite Activated Charcoal Adsorbent Aritonang, Barita; Ritonga, Ahmad Hafizullah; Harefa, Karnirius; H, Herlina
Jurnal FARMASIMED (JFM) Vol 7 No 2 (2025): Jurnal Farmasimed (JFM)
Publisher : Fakultas Farmasi Institut Kesehatan Medistra Lubuk Pakam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35451/jfm.v7i2.2699

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Wastewater generated by the textile industry contains a variety of hazardous contaminants, including complex organic compounds, synthetic dyes, surfactants, heavy metals, and critical pollution indicators such as biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), chemical oxygen demand (COD), and total suspended solids (TSS). This study evaluates the efficacy of a dual-adsorbent system comprising hydrochloric acid-activated bentonite and phosphoric acid-activated carbon for the removal of BOD, COD, and TSS from textile effluents. The activation processes significantly altered the physicochemical properties of both adsorbents. The moisture content of activated carbon decreased from 18% to 3.10%, while ash content was reduced from 15% to 3.05%. The iodine number, indicative of adsorption capacity, increased from 650 mg/g to 810 mg/g. Additionally, the fixed carbon content improved from 55% to 80%. Surface characterization via Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) confirmed substantial structural modifications, which enhanced the adsorption performance of the materials. Application of the combined adsorbent system resulted in substantial pollutant removal efficiencies, with reductions of 70.23% in BOD, 70.11% in COD, and 74.88% in TSS. These findings demonstrate that acid-activated bentonite and phosphoric acid-treated activated carbon represent a promising and efficient adsorptive treatment strategy for the remediation of textile wastewater.
Integration of Pharmaceutical Science in the Education of Healthy and Functional Food Preparation at SMK Negeri Pantai Labu Aritonang, Barita; Harahap, Hasni Yaturramadhan; Syarifuddin, Shofian; Meilani, Debi; Wiratma, Dicky Yuswardi
JURNAL PENGMAS KESTRA (JPK) Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Pengmas Kestra (JPK)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (LP2M) Institut Kesehatan Medistra Lubuk Pakam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35451/1p8sw386

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The modernization of lifestyle among today’s adolescents has led to significant changes in daily consumption patterns. Many teenagers tend to prefer fast food that is high in sugar, salt, and fat, but low in nutritional value. This condition may lead to various long-term health problems if not accompanied by adequate nutritional education and awareness. This community service activity aims to integrate pharmaceutical science concepts into the education of healthy and functional food preparation at SMK Negeri Pantai Labu. The implementation method consisted of several stages: initial observation of students’ knowledge and habits, delivery of interactive educational materials, hands-on practice in preparing functional food products, and evaluation through pre-test and post-test instruments. This activity involved 30 students from the culinary arts department. Evaluation results showed a significant improvement across all aspects: knowledge of healthy food increased from 55.0 to 85.3; understanding of functional food from 47.5 to 82.0; understanding of active compounds from 41.2 to 78.5; food preparation skills from 50.4 to 80.6; and awareness of food safety from 52.8 to 86.7. The average overall improvement reached 67.3%. This community service activity concludes that an educational approach based on pharmaceutical science, when applied through culinary practice, is proven to be effective in enhancing students’ competencies, not only in terms of academic knowledge and health awareness but also in fostering entrepreneurial potential in the field of local food.
Analysis of the Effect of Quality Management System Implementation on Service Quality Aritonang, Barita
JURNAL KESMAS DAN GIZI (JKG) Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Kesmas dan Gizi (JKG)
Publisher : Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat Institut Kesehatan Medistra Lubuk Pakam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35451/hw98wx88

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Background: Improving the quality of services in the health sector, especially in hospitals, has become one of the main concerns in various countries, including Indonesia. Quality health services are essential in creating patient satisfaction and improving the effectiveness of the health care system as a whole. Objective: This study aims to determine the extent of the relationship and influence between the variables of quality management system implementation on service quality at RSUD Dr. Pirngadi Medan City. Methods: This research is a quantitative study with an associative approach, associative research is used to test the cause-and-effect relationship between two or more variables through statistical analysis. The sample amounted to 86 respondents. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and the outcome report was analyzed with the chi-square test at a significance level of p<0.05. Research Results: the implementation of the quality management system has a positive and significant effect on service quality at RSUD Dr. Pirngadi Medan City. The hospital needs to continue to improve the implementation of the quality management system consistently, especially in the aspects of HR training and the implementation of continuous quality audits, in order to improve the quality of services received by patients. Conclusion: hospitals need to pay attention to improving physical facilities, such as the cleanliness of treatment rooms and the provision of more modern medical equipment. With these improvements, hospitals can improve the tangible dimension of service quality, which in turn will increase overall patient satisfaction.
THE INFLUENCE OF MOTIVATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS ON EMPLOYEE WORK SAFETY IN THE FIBER LINE UNIT AT PT. RIAU ANDALAN PULP AND PAPER PANGKALAN KERINCI Sinaga, Sri Lestari; Munthe, Novita Br Ginting; Aritonang, Barita; Sinaga, Evi Yuni Sintia
HEARTY Vol 13 No 5 (2025): OKTOBER
Publisher : Fakultas Ilmu Kesehatan, Universitas Ibn Khaldun, Bogor

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32832/hearty.v13i5.20975

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Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is an important aspect in the world of work that aims to protect workers from accidents and occupational diseases. This study aims to determine the effect of motivation, knowledge, and skills on employee safety at PT. Riau Andalan Pulp and Paper Pangkalan Kerinci. The method used is quantitative descriptive with analysis of variance (ANOVA) and a sample of 64 respondents. The results show that motivation, knowledge, and skills have a significant effect on occupational safety. Knowledge has the most dominant influence. These findings indicate that improving knowledge and skills through training can strengthen the safety culture. The conclusion of this study is that motivation, knowledge, and skills have a positive and significant effect on improving occupational safety. Therefore, companies need to develop OSH training and socialization programs and create a work environment that supports compliance with safety procedures. Thus, companies can improve occupational safety and reduce the risk of accidents and occupational diseases. This research contributes to the development of effective occupational safety strategies in companies.
Butterfly Pea and Roselle Combination Extracts Reduce V-CAM, ICAM, and IL-6 Levels in High Fat Atherogenic Diet Rats Harefa, Karnirius; Ritonga, Ahmad Hafizullah; Safitri, Riri; Aritonang, Barita; Gurusinga, Rahmad; Irmayani, Irmayani; Wulan, Sri
The Indonesian Biomedical Journal Vol 16, No 6 (2024)
Publisher : The Prodia Education and Research Institute (PERI)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18585/inabj.v16i6.3361

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BACKGROUND: Atherosclerosis, driven by inflammation and oxidative stress, increases the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). Flavonoids in butterfly pea and roselle are known for their potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. While their individual effects on cardiovascular health have been studied, no studies have explored the combined impact on atherosclerosis biomarkers, including vascular cell adhesion molecules (VCAM)-1, intercellular adhesion molecule (ICAM)-1, and interleukin (IL)-6. Therefore, this study was performed to evaluate the synergistic effects of butterfly pea and roselle combination extracts (BPRCE) on these biomarkers.METHODS: A study with a post-test control group design using 36 male white rats was performed. The rats were randomly assigned to 6 groups; 1 group was fed with standard feed, while 5 groups were fed with a high-fat atherogenic diet (HFAD) to create atherosclerosis rat models. The HFAD rats were given either no treatment, sodium carboxymethylcellulose (Na-CMC), 300, 400, or 500 mg/kgBW BPRCE. Serum levels of VCAM-1, ICAM-1, and IL-6 of rats were measured using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) methods.RESULTS: Increasing doses of BPRCE resulted in a significant reduction in VCAM-1, ICAM-1, and IL-6 compared to the other groups. The group with the highest dose, 500 mg/kgBW BPRCE, showed the greatest reduction of VCAM-1 level (32.73±3.57 pg/mL), ICAM-1 level (5.68±1.17 ng/mL), and IL-6 levels (21.49±4.62 pg/mL).CONCLUSION: Administration of BPRCE in atherosclerosis rats model reduces VCAM-1, ICAM-1, and IL-6 in a dose-dependent manner. This study showed that using BPRCE as a traditional remedy for preventing and treating CHD at an optimal dose of 500 mg/kgBW might be a potential future application in reducing atherosclerosis biomarkers.KEYWORDS: VCAM-1, ICAM-1, IL-6, butterfly pea, rosella, atherosclerosis
SINTESIS DAN KARAKTERISASI ARANG AKTIF DARI KULIT JENGKOL SEBAGAI ADSORBEN TERHADAP KADAR BOD, COD, TSS PADA LIMBAH CAIR INDUSTRI TAHU Hestina, Hestina; Gultom, Erdiana; Sijabat, Salomo; Aritonang, Barita
CHEDS: Journal of Chemistry, Education, and Science Vol 6, No 2 (2022)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30743/cheds.v6i2.6183

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Limbah cair industri tahu yang mencemari lingkungan dilakukan pengolahan limbah dengan metode adsorpsi menggunakan arang aktif sebagai adsorben. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menurunkan kadar BOD, COD dan TSS pada limbah cair tahu menggunakan arang aktif sebelum dan sesudah diaktivasi dengan H3PO4 konsentrasi 7%. Pembuatan arang aktif dari kulit jengkol telah berhasil dibuat dan sudah memenuhi persyaratan yang ditetapkan SNI 06–3730-1995, diperoleh kadar air sebesar 3,03 %, kadar abu sebesar 2,87 % dan daya serap iodin sebesar 543 mg/L. Analisis spektrum FT-IR arang aktif kulit jengkol memiliki gugus O-H hidroksil, C=O karbonil dan C-O eter. Analisis morfologi permukaan arang aktif memiliki pori-pori dan luas area permukaan yang besar. Limbah cair industri tahu sebelum diadsorpsi dengan arang aktif memiliki kadar yang melebihi nilai ambang batas yaitu, BOD 768 mg/L, COD 745 mg/L dan TSS 752 mg/L. Setelah dilakukan proses adsorpsi menggunakan arang aktif sebagai adsorben kadar BOD, COD dan TSS menjadi turun. Penambahan arang aktif yang tidak diaktivasi dengan H3PO4, kedalam limbah cair tahu diperoleh kadar BOD 100 mg/L, setelah diaktivasi turun menjadi 50 mg/L, kadar COD 200 mg/L, setelah diaktivasi turun menjadi 100 mg/L, kadar TSS 100 mg/L, setelah diaktivasi turun menjadi 65 mg/L. Kesimpulan hasil penelitian kadar BOD, COD dan TSS pada limbah cair industri tahu pasca penambahan arang aktif sebelum dan sesudah diaktivasi memenuhi peraturan Menteri Lingkungan Hidup Republik Indonesia Nomor 5 Tahun  2014. Nilai ambang batas yang diizinkan untuk kadar BOD 150 mg/L, COD 300 mg/L, dan TSS 200 mg/L.
Factors Associated with Community Perception of Public Safety Center  (PSC) in Silinda District, Serdang Bedagai Regency Saragih, Eriani Senaya; Barita Aritonang; Sri Melda Bangun
JURNAL KESMAS DAN GIZI (JKG) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Kesmas dan Gizi (JKG)
Publisher : Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat Institut Kesehatan Medistra Lubuk Pakam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35451/swqre992

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The Public Safety Center  (PSC) serves as a rapid, precise, and careful response facility for communities in emergency situations, providing 24/7 services. This study aims to identify factors related to community perception of PSC in Silinda District, Serdang Bedagai Regency. Using a quantitative method with a cross-sectional design. The population in this study consists of all residents in Silinda District, Serdang Bedagai Regency, totaling 5,055 people. The sampling technique used in this study is purposive sampling. the study found that Education has the most significant influence on community perception of PSC, With P value = 0,000 and EXp(B) = 192,893. This indicates that individuals with higher education tend to have a more positive perception of PSC. The analysis concludes that Education and Knowledge are factors related to community perception of PSC in Silinda District. The conclusion is that public perception of the Public Safety Center  (PSC) is influenced by several factors. There is no significant relationship between the age variable and public perception of the PSC. However, there is a significant relationship between the level of education and public knowledge and their perception of the PSC, indicating that the higher a person's education and knowledge, the more positive their perception of PSC services. Meanwhile, variables related to needs such as information, facilities and infrastructure, and healthcare personnel do not show a significant relationship with public perception. It is recommended to increase awareness and knowledge about PSC and its role in enhancing safety and security.
The analysis of the factors influencing the awareness of post-operative neurosurgery patients in the ICU of a hospital Karo-Karo, Julyenni; Barita Aritonang; Desideria Yosepha Ginting
JURNAL KESMAS DAN GIZI (JKG) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Kesmas dan Gizi (JKG)
Publisher : Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat Institut Kesehatan Medistra Lubuk Pakam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35451/p371wr57

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Background: Nurses' caring behavior significantly affects the quality of service and patient satisfaction. However, in Indonesia, the quality of nurses' caring behavior is still relatively low. High workloads and low work motivation can affect the quality of nurses' caring behavior. This study aims to analyze the relationship between work motivation and workload on nurses' caring behavior at Puskesmas Tigalingga in 2025.Objective: This study aims to determine the relationship between work motivation and workload on nurses' caring behavior at Puskesmas Tigalingga in 2025. Research Method: This study uses a quantitative design with a non-experimental descriptive correlation approach. The study was conducted at Puskesmas Tigalingga with a population of 57 nurses and midwives. The sampling technique used was Total Sampling. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed using Chi-Square tests and multiple logistic regression. Results: The results of the study indicate a significant relationship between work motivation and caring behavior (p-value = 0.003), as well as between workload and caring behavior (p-value = 0.003). Logistic regression analysis showed that workload has the greatest impact on caring behavior, with an Odds Ratio (OR) = 12.49. Conclusion: Managing workload effectively and increasing work motivation are crucial for improving nurses' caring behavior. Both factors play an important role in improving the quality of nursing services and patient satisfaction at Puskesmas Tigalingga.
PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN DETERJEN DI SMKN 3 MEDAN Gultom, Erdiana; Aritonang, Barita
Jurnal Abdimas Mutiara Vol. 1 No. 1 (2020): JURNAL ABDIMAS MUTIARA
Publisher : Universitas Sari Mutiara Indonesia

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Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan merupakan wadah yang sangat berperan penting dalam melahirkan generasi-generasi yang terampil dan punya keahlian khusus untuk siap terjun dalam dunia kerja. Dalam hal ini khususnya jurusan kimia industri. Lulusan jurusan ini diharapkan dapat menciptakan lapangan kerja sendiri. Tentu saja mereka mampu untuk membuka usaha berdasarkan ilmu pengetahuan yang telah mereka terima. Deterjen merupakan bagian yang sangat diperlukan dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Untuk menghemat pengeluaran rumah tangga pada umumnya dan meningkatkan taraf ekonomi pada khususnya, maka sebagai lulusan SMK jurusan kimia industry sudah sepantasnya terlatih dan terampil dalam pembuatan deterjen sendiri Adapun tahapan yang dilakukan dalam pelaksanaan pengabdian ini adalah: (a) tahap Persiapan, (b) tahap Pembinaan/penyampaian materi yang akan dibekalkan kepada peserta adalah materi pelatihan dalam bentuk teori dan penjelasan bahan-bahan dan alat-alat dan (c) tahap Pelaksanaan Evaluasi. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa siswa-siswi jurusan kimia indutri yang mengikuti pelatihan sudah dapat membuat deterjen cair dengan benar
The Influence of Nano Bentonite Filler Material and Cyclic Natural Rubber Grafted Oleic Acid as a Compatibilizer on the Blend of Cyclic Natural Rubber/Polyamide Aritonang, Barita; Ritonga, Ahmad Hafizullah; Harefa, Karnirius
Formosa Journal of Sustainable Research Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): February, 2024
Publisher : PT FORMOSA CENDEKIA GLOBAL

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55927/fjsr.v3i2.8134

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Cyclic natural rubber (CNR) and polyamide (PA) cannot blend homogeneously due to their differing polarities. CNR is nonpolar with low surface tension, while PA is polar with high surface tension. To achieve a homogeneous and compatible CNR/PA blend, a CNR-g-OA compatibilizer is required. This study aims to investigate the influence of CNR-g-OA and nano bentonite on the physical and chemical properties of the PA/CNR mixture. The research findings indicate successful grafting of OA onto CNR, resulting in CNR-g-OA formation. Based on electron microscope structural analysis, the CNR/PA mixture yields a homogeneous and compatible blend. In conclusion, CNR-g-OA and nano bentonite can enhance the quality of the PA/CNR blend by producing a homogeneous and compatible mixture
Co-Authors Abdi Lestari Sitepu Ahmad Hafizullah Ritonga Amelia Putri Eflynia Asvia Rahayu Chandra Pranata Chatarina Umbul Wahyuni Cut Masyitah Thaib Cut masyithah Debi Meilani DIAN HASTARI NINGRUM Dicky Yuswardi Wiratma Dicky Yuswardi Wiratma Eka Margareta Sinaga Eka Margareth Faisal, Hendri Fatma Amelia Ginting, Desideria Yosepha Gultom, Erdiana Harahap, Hasni Yaturramadhan Hasni Yaturramadhan Harahap Hasni Yaturramadhan Harahap Herlina Herlina . Herlina H Hermansyah Aziz Hestina . Hestina Hestina Hestina, Hestina Imel Santika Irmayani Irmayani Karnirius Harefa Karo-Karo, Julyenni Khairiah, Khairiah Lasmaryna Sirumapea Lenny Novita Liver Iman Putra Zai Melda Astrika Sianipar Munthe, Novita Br Ginting Nova Florentina Nova Florentina Nova Florentina Ambarwati Novesar Jamarun Novita Br Ginting Nur Mala Sari Nurainun Badriani Panjaitan, Delita Pitriani, Pitriani Putri Nuraimun Simanjuntak Putri, Gusliani Eka Rahmad Gurusinga Rahmad Gurusinga RAMAWATI, NURVITA Rianta rianta Rima Anggeraini Riri Safitri Romaulianna Theresia Marbun Rotua Sumihar Sitorus Sa'adah Siregar Salomo Sijabat Saragih, Eriani Senaya Selda manullang Shofian Syarifuddin Siagian, Ernita Siahaan, Enzo W.B Sijabat, Salomo Sinaga, Eka M Sinaga, Evi Yuni Sintia Sinaga, Sri Lestari Sitepu, Rahmadani Sitorus, Elly Sri Melda Bangun Sri Ulina Sri Wulan, Sri Suarnikan Hulu Suci Erawati Suci Wulandari Supartiningsih - - Syarifuddin, Shofian Syukri Arief Tamrin Tamrin Virta Filantropi Zebua Widyaningsih, Fadlilah Yanti, Rahma Yaturramadhan Harahap, Hasni Yosi Darmirani Yossy Silalahi Yulidar Laila Safitri Yunita Sari