International Journal of Health Science
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): International Journal of Health

The Influence of Pregnant Women's Knowledge Level on High Risk in Pregnancy at PONEK RSU Cut Meutia

Hafsah Usman (Politeknik Kesehatan Kementrian Kesehatan Aceh)
Elvita (Politeknik Kesehatan Kementrian Kesehatan Aceh)
Ernita (Politeknik Kesehatan Kementrian Kesehatan Aceh)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Jun 2025

Abstract

High-risk pregnancy is one of the leading causes of increased maternal and infant morbidity and mortality. Pregnant women's knowledge of healthy pregnancy and danger signs plays a crucial role in preventing and reducing these risks. This study aims to determine the effect of pregnant women's knowledge level on high-risk pregnancy at the Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (PONEK) unit of Cut Meutia General Hospital. This research employed a quantitative design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 46 pregnant women selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using questionnaires and medical record observations. The data were analyzed using the Chi-Square test with a significance level of α = 0.05. The results showed that most pregnant women with low knowledge experienced high-risk pregnancies (75%). The Chi-Square test revealed a significant relationship between knowledge level and the incidence of high-risk pregnancy (p = 0.001). Thus, there is a significant effect of pregnant women's knowledge level on the risk of high-risk pregnancy. Continuous educational efforts by health professionals are needed to improve maternal knowledge and reduce the incidence of high-risk pregnancies.

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Abbrev

ijhs

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Subject

Health Professions Public Health Social Sciences

Description

International Journal of Health Science, This journal publishes articles on practice, theory, and research in all areas of health, including: Surgical Medical Practice, Pharmacy, Maternity, Child Health, Mental Health, Public Health, Dental, Medical Education, Midwifery, Medicine and Nursing, Health ...