GENIUS JOURNAL (General Nursing Science Journal)
Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): GENIUS JOURNAL

Association Between Immunization Status and Complete Nutrition Provision with Wasting Incidence in Toddlers

Liwu, Desilia Sidong (Unknown)
Zulaikha, Fatma (Unknown)
Asthiningsih, Ni Wayan Wiwin (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
21 Jun 2025

Abstract

Introduction : Wasting is a condition of acute malnutrition in toddlers, where body weight is below normal standards (z-score -3 SD to < -2 SD). This condition can occur due to lack of nutrition and incomplete immunization. Objective : This study aims to determine the relationship between immunization status and provision of complementary foods to the incidence of wasting in toddlers at the Sidomulyo Health Center, Samarinda. Research Method : This study used a quantitative correlational design with a cross-sectional approach. Result : The sample consisted of 188 toddlers aged 2-5 years who were taken stratified. Data were collected using a questionnaire and analyzed using the Chi-Square test. The results obtained There is a significant relationship between immunization status and provision of complementary foods with the incidence of wasting (p-value < 0.05). Toddlers with incomplete immunization have a higher risk of wasting (OR = 0.3 2 ). Conclusion : Toddlers who are given complementary foods <6 months also show a higher prevalence of wasting (OR = 8.94). Complete immunization status and provision of complementary foods on time are important factors in preventing wasting in toddlers.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

gj

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Subject

Education Health Professions Nursing Public Health

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Genius Journal is a scientific journal that disseminates research results on the development of science and technology in the field of nursing. This journal facilitates nurse researchers, nurse educators and nurse clinicians from around the world to share information on research findings and ...