<![CDATA[Background: Family support refers to the attitudes, actions, and acceptance shown by family members toward a sick individual. Family members perceive supportive individuals as those who are always ready to provide help and assistance when needed. Anxiety is a part of human life characterized by feelings of fear or deep and persistent worry. Objective: This study aimed to determine the relationship between family support and the anxiety levels of preoperative patients at Daya Regional General Hospital, Makassar City. Methods: This study used a quantitative method with a cross-sectional approach. The study population consisted of 926 individuals, with a sample of 30 respondents selected using accidental sampling technique. Results: The Chi-Square test results showed a p-value < 0.05, indicating that there is a relationship between family support and the anxiety levels of preoperative patients at Daya Regional General Hospital, Makassar City.]]>
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