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Factors Influencing the Quality of Services at the Pharmacy Installation of Pagar Jati Public Health Center Badriani, Nurainun; Barita Aritonang; Novita Br Ginting Munthe
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/ays36v19

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The quality of pharmaceutical services plays a vital role in supporting effective healthcare delivery at the primary care level. High quality pharmacy services contribute to patient safety, treatment effectiveness, and overall satisfaction with healthcare experiences. This study aims to analyze the factors influencing the quality of pharmacy services at the Pharmacy Installation of Puskesmas Pagar Jati, specifically examining human resources, infrastructure, drug management, and patient satisfaction.This research applied a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design. A total of 96 respondents were selected using purposive sampling. Data were collected using a closed-ended Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed through multiple linear regression and logistic regression tests.The results show that drug management has the most dominant influence on service quality (p = 0.002; OR = 15.984), followed by human resources (p = 0.036; OR = 3.767). Patient satisfaction showed a nearly significant influence (p = 0.058), while infrastructure did not show a statistically significant effect (p = 0.728). The study concludes that the improvement of pharmacy service quality is more determined by process-related aspects, particularly drug management systems and the competency of pharmacy personnel
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

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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.
Formulation and Evaluation of Body Lotion Preparation from Ethanol Extract of Avocado Leaves (Persea americana Mill.) as Antioxidant with DPPH Method Simanjuntak, Putri Nuraimun; Herlina , Herlina; Aritonang, Barita; Harahap, Hasni Yaturramadhan
Jurnal FARMASIMED (JFM) Vol 8 No 1 (2025): Jurnal Farmasimed (JFM)
Publisher : Fakultas Farmasi Institut Kesehatan Medistra Lubuk Pakam

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Skin damage is a common problem that can affect appearance and health. Excessive exposure to free radicals from UV rays is one of the main causes of skin damage, the use of body lotions containing natural antioxidant compounds is very important to protect the skin from these effects. Avocado leaves (Persea americana Mill.) have been known to contain antioxidant chemicals that are good for skin protection, one of which is flavonoids. The purpose of this study was to determine whether avocado leaf body lotion preparations can function as antioxidants and to develop body lotion preparations that meet the evaluation test requirements. The research stages included the preparation of simple drugs, the preparation of avocado leaf extract, the test of antioxidant functional groups with UV-Vis and FTIR spectroscopy, the preparation of avocado leaf ethanol extract body lotion, the evaluation of body lotion preparations, and the testing of antioxidant activity of body lotions using the DPPH method. The results of the phytochemical analysis revealed the presence of tannins, alkaloids, saponins, and flavonoids. Avocado leaf extract body lotion was formulated in four concentration variations (0%, 2%, 4%, and 6%). All formulas meet SNI, with a pH of 7 and a spreadability of between 5-7 cm. Antioxidant activity tests showed a decreasing IC50 value with increasing extract concentration: 12.4643 µg/mL (2%), 4.6300 µg/mL (4%), and 1.1065 µg/mL (6%), which are categorized as very strong. The formulation with a concentration of 6% showed stronger activity. The conclusion of this study indicates that lotion made from avocado leaf extract has the potential as a skin care product with very strong antioxidant capabilities.
The Effect of a Combination of Activated Carbon and Bentonite on Reducing COD, BOD, and TSS Levels in Tofu Industry Wastewater Aritonang, Barita; Ritonga, Ahmad Hafizullah; Harefa, Karnirius; Dicky Yuswardi Wiratma; herlina, herlina
Jurnal FARMASIMED (JFM) Vol 8 No 1 (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/cbxjb379

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Wastewater produced from tofu manufacturing typically contains substantial amounts of organic substances and suspended particles. The concentrations of Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), and Total Suspended Solids (TSS) frequently surpass the permissible thresholds established in the Regulation of the Minister of Environment and Forestry (Permen LHK) No. P.16 of 2019. Such high levels of pollutants may degrade water quality and pose risks to both aquatic ecosystems and public health in nearby areas. This study investigates the efficiency of combining activated carbon and bentonite, in both raw and activated forms, for reducing BOD, COD, and TSS concentrations in wastewater originating from tofu industries. The BOD test was performed using a five-day incubation at 24 °C, COD was analysed via the closed reflux method, and TSS was quantified using the gravimetric approach. Adsorbent characteristics were examined in accordance with the Indonesian National Standard (SNI), supported by functional group analysis using Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy and morphological observation with Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). The results demonstrated that activation enhanced pore development and improved the adsorption capability of both materials. The combined activated carbon and bentonite effectively decreased BOD from 3,600 mg/L to 140 mg/L, COD from 1,500 mg/L to 185 mg/L, and TSS from 320 mg/L to 270 mg/L. All treated parameters met the regulatory quality standards, indicating that the activated mixture of these adsorbents provides an efficient and environmentally sound method for treating tofu processing wastewater.
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