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Maria Kurni Menga
Department of Nursing, Politeknik Sandi Karsa, South Sulawesi
Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health Veterinary

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Community Nurses' Strategies for Overcoming Stunting Through a Family Approach Ari Setiawati; Fransisca B. Batticaca; Evi Nurmaisa Biduri; Mery Kana; Maria Kurni Menga
Jurnal Ilmiah Kesehatan Sandi Husada Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): January - June
Publisher : LPPM Politeknik Sandi Karsa, South Sulawesi, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35816/jiksh.v14i1.309

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Introduction: Stunting is a high public health problem in Indonesia, especially in rural areas. This condition has a long-term impact on a child's physical growth, cognitive development, and quality of life. Community nurses are important in stunting prevention and management efforts, particularly through a more holistic and sustainable family-based approach. Research Objectives: To identify and analyze the strategies used by community nurses in tackling stunting through a family approach, as well as to understand the challenges faced in implementing these strategies at the community level. Research Methodology: This study uses a descriptive qualitative design with a phenomenological study approach. A total of 10 community nurses in areas with high stunting prevalence were interviewed in depth. Purposive sampling techniques were used to select participants, and data were analyzed using thematic methods to identify the main strategies applied in the family approach. Result: The results of the study showed that community nurses implemented several main strategies, namely: (1) health education to families about nutrition, sanitation, and child care, (2) regular home visits to monitor family growth and development, (3) collaboration with cadres and community leaders in the implementation of programs, and (4) empowerment of mothers through mentoring and counseling groups. Nurses also emphasize the importance of building trust with family to encourage behavior change. Obstacles include low family awareness, a local culture that conflicts with healthy practices, and limited resources. Conclusion: Strategies carried out by community nurses through a family approach have proven to be effective in efforts to overcome stunting. Family empowerment and cross-sector collaboration are key to success. Ongoing support is needed to strengthen the capacity of community nurses to carry out these roles optimally.
Fasting Blood Glucose with Serum Creatinine Levels in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients Yohan Trayanus Lasarus Djaha; Maria Kurni Menga; Darmi Arda
Journal Interdisciplinary Health Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026): Volume 2 Number 2 May 2026
Publisher : Edukasi Ilmiah Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61099/jih.v2i2.259

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Introduction: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a major global health problem associated with various chronic complications, particularly diabetic nephropathy. Persistent hyperglycemia can damage renal microvasculature and lead to impaired kidney function. Fasting blood glucose (FBG) is commonly used to assess glycemic control, while serum creatinine is a key indicator of renal function. Understanding the relationship between these parameters is important for early detection of kidney complications among patients with T2DM. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between fasting blood glucose levels and serum creatinine levels in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in a primary healthcare setting. Research Methodology: This study employed an analytical observational design using a cross-sectional approach. Data were collected from medical records of patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at UPT Puskesmas Buki, Indonesia, in March 2026. A total of 38 patients who met the inclusion criteria were selected using purposive sampling. Fasting blood glucose levels were measured using the enzymatic GOD-PAP method, while serum creatinine levels were determined using the Jaffe reaction method. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Spearman’s rank correlation test with a significance level of p ≤ 0.05. Results: The mean fasting blood glucose level was 176.4 ± 42.5 mg/dL, while the mean serum creatinine level was 1.18 ± 0.36 mg/dL. Statistical analysis revealed a moderate positive correlation between fasting blood glucose and serum creatinine levels (r = 0.421; p = 0.009). This indicates that higher fasting blood glucose levels tend to be associated with increased serum creatinine levels. Conclusions: Fasting blood glucose levels are significantly associated with serum creatinine levels among patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Regular monitoring of glycemic status and renal function in primary healthcare settings is essential for early detection and prevention of diabetic kidney complications.
Co-Authors Ari Setiawati Darmi Arda Evi Nurmaisa Biduri Fransisca B. Batticaca Mery Kana Yohan Trayanus Lasarus Djaha