Jurnal Kesehatan Primer
Vol 6 No Special Edition (2021): JKP (Jurnal Kesehatan Primer)

Dukungan Keluarga Terhadap Kepatuhan Minum Obat Penderita Malaria

Njakatara, Umbu Nggiku (Unknown)
Kareri Hara, Maria (Unknown)
Landi, Melkisedek (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Aug 2021

Abstract

Background:  Malaria is a persistent public health issue caused by the Plasmodium parasite and transmitted by female Anopheles mosquitoes. Treatment aims to eradicate the parasite in all stages, curing patients and breaking transmission. The Indonesian government is working toward a malaria-free target by 2030, reducing Annual Parasite Incidence (API). Vector control efforts include indoor spraying, insecticide-treated nets, larvicides, and modifying mosquito breeding habitats. Objective: To determine the relationship between family support and medication adherence for malaria sufferers. Method: This research is a descriptive quantitative research with a research design using a sectional design. The number of samples used was 30 respondents using purposive sampling with survey techniques. Data were analyzed univariately and bivariately on the characteristics of respondents and the relationship between the two research variables using the Spearman-Rho test. Results: The results of the study showed that there was a significant relationship between family support and Malaria patients' compliance in taking Malaria medication.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jkp

Publisher

Subject

Nursing

Description

The JKP (Jurnal Kesehatan Primer) is a journal that publishes scientific works for nurses, academics, and practitioners. JKP (Jurnal Kesehatan Primer) welcomes and invites original and relevant research articles in nursing, as well as Literature studies and case-report particularly in nursing. This ...