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Nursing Current : Jurnal Keperawatan
ISSN : 2089922X     EISSN : 26213214     DOI : -
Core Subject : Health,
Nursing Current Jurnal Keperawatan is a scientific journal that covers research related to nursing including medical surgical nursing, mental health nursing, maternity and pediatric nursing, community nursing, nursing management, and nursing education. The journal includes research articles, literature reviews, case reports, lecture notes, and reviews of new books.
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PROFIL PASIEN DIABETES MELITUS TIPE 2 RAWAT INAP DI SATU RS X: STUDI DOKUMENTASI [PROFILE OF TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS PATIENTS HOSPITALIZED IN HOSPITAL X: A DOCUMENTATION STUDY] Angel T. I Saununu; Erland N Lenggu; Kacie R. G Ndaparoka; Juhdeliena Juhdeliena; Yulia Yulia
Nursing Current: Jurnal Keperawatan Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19166/nc.v12i1.8457

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Complications in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus can increase the number of hospitalizations and even worsen the patient's condition even to death if not handled properly. Based on data from type 2 DM patients who underwent hospitalization at Hospital X in October-November 2021, 145 patients increased to 192 patients the following year. The purpose of this study is to identify the profile of patients hospitalized with type 2 diabetes. This research employed a quantitative descriptive study with a retrospective approach. The instrument in this study used a fill-in sheet. A total of 141 medical record records were included in the sample. The data were analysed using univariate analysis. The findings indicated that the majority of hospitalized patients with type 2 DM presented with complaints of weakness, accounting for 42.55% of cases. Patients with hyperglycaemic conditions were predominantly in the pre-elderly age category, comprising 24.10% of cases, with a higher representation of females at 27.7%. Additionally, a significant proportion of patients had a normal body mass index (17%), while a considerable number did not have their HbA1c levels checked (26.20%). Furthermore, 22.7% of patients had uncontrolled HbA1c levels (>7%), and 35.50% had one to three comorbidities. Several factors require additional investigation, specifically the hormonal history and gestational diabetes in women. Furthermore, there is a need for further research on visceral fat in the body, stress levels in hospitalized Type 2 DM patients, and the types of comorbid diseases commonly found in Type 2 DM patients. Additionally, routine HbA1c checks are necessary.BAHASA INDONESIA Komplikasi pada pasien diabetes melitus (DM) tipe 2 dapat meningkatkan peningkatan angka rawat inap bahkan dapat memperburuk kondisi penderita bahkan sampai dengan kematian jika tidak ditangani dengan baik. Berdasarkan data rawat inap pasienDMtipe2di satu RS X pada bulan Oktober-November 2021 sebanyak 145 pasien  meningkat menjadi 192 pasien ditahun berikutnya. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengidentifikasikarakteristik pasien DMtipe2 yang menjalani rawat inap. Metode penelitian ini deskriptif kuantitatif dengan pendekatan retrospektif. Instrumen dalam penelitian ini menggunakan lembar isian. Sampel yang digunakan berjumlah 141 dokumen rekam medis. Teknik analisis data yaitu analisis univariat. Hasil menunjukkan bahwakarakteristik pasien DM tipe 2 rawatinap mayoritas datang dengan keluhan lemas sebanyak 42,55%, pasien dengan kondisi hiperglikemi mayoritas dalam kategori usia pra lanjut usia sebanyak 24,10%, dengan jenis kelamin perempuansebanyak 27,7%,indeks massa tubuh normal sebanyak 17%,Kadar HbA1c tidak diperiksa sebanyak 26,20%, dan dengan kondisi kadar HbA1c tidak terkendali (>7%) sebanyak 22,7%, serta memiliki satu sampai tiga komorbid sebanyak 35,50%. Ada banyak faktor yang perlu dilakukan penelitian lebih lanjut yaitu riwayat hormonal dan diabetes gestasional pada perempuan, selain itu diperlukan penelitian lebih lanjut terkait lemak viseral dalam tubuh, tingkat stres pada pasien rawat inap DM Tipe 2 dan jenis-jenis penyakit komorbid yang sering terjadi pasien DM Tipe 2, dilanjutkan dengan diperlukannya pemeriksaan rutin HbA1c.  
EFIKASI DIRI, TINGKAT KEPERCAYAAN DIRI, DAN INTERAKSI PERAWAT-PASIEN DALAM MERAWAT PASIEN STROKE: ANALISA DESKRIPTIF [SELF-EFFICACY, CONFIDENCE LEVEL, AND NURSE-PATIENT INTERACTIONS IN STROKE CARE: A DESCRIPTIVE ANALYSIS] Merfis Taneo; Puspita Ajeng Widyantari; Yonita Cristianti Huwae; Juhdeliena Juhdeliena; Yulia Yulia
Nursing Current: Jurnal Keperawatan Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19166/nc.v12i1.8468

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 Stroke patients require comprehensive nursing care, therefore, nurses must have strong self-efficacy. In providing nursing care, nurses also need high self-confidence and effective communication skills when interacting with patients and their families. This study aims to identify nurses' self-efficacy, self-confidence, and interaction patterns in providing care to stroke patients. The research method was descriptive-analytic with a cross-sectional approach involving a sample of 111 respondents selected through purposive sampling. The instruments used were the General Self-Efficacy (GSE), Self-Confidence Scale (SCS), and Caring Nurse-Patient Interaction Scale: 23 Item Version Nurse (CNPI-23N). Cronbach’s alpha results of 0,828 for GSE, 0,966 for SCS, and 0,974 for CNPI-23N. The results showed moderate self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse interaction levels, with percentages of 70.07%, 70.27%, and 55.85%, respectively. The findings could be used to develop strategies to enhance self-efficacy and self-confidence in nurses at the early stages of their careers, such as through additional training, mentoring, or simulation-based education. BAHASA INDONESIA Pasien stroke membutuhkan asuhan keperawatan yang komprehensif oleh karena itu perawat membutuhkan efikasi diri yang baik. Dalam pemberian asuhan keperawatan, perawat juga membutuhkan tingkat kepercayaan diri yang tinggi dan kemampuan komunikasi yang efektif ketika berinteraksi dengan pasien maupun keluarga. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengidentifikasi gambaran efikasi diri, kepercayaan diri, serta interaksi perawat-pasien ditinjau dari karakteristik perawat dalam memberikan asuhan keperawatan kepada pasien stroke. Metode penelitian adalah deskriptif analitik dengan pendekatan cross sectional dengan sampel berjumlah 111 responden dengan teknik purposive sampling. Instrumen yang digunakan yaitu General Self-Efficacy (GSE), Self-Confidence Scale (SCS), dan Caring Nurse-Patient Interaction Scale: 23 Item Version Nurse (CNPI-23N) dengan hasil alpha Cronbach GSE 0,828, SCS 0,966 dan CNPI-23N 0,974. Hasil”¯ yang didapatkan gambaran efikasi diri, tingkat kepercayaan diri, dan interaksi perawat dalam kategori sedang secara berurutan yaitu 70,07%; 70,27%; dan 55,85%. Hasil penelitian dapat dipakai untuk mengembangkan strategi guna meningkatkan efikasi diri, kepercayaan diri perawat ditahap awal karir”¯dapat berupa pelatihan tambahan, bimbingan atau pendidikan berbasis simulasi.
EFEKTIVITAS TERAPI AUTOGENIK DALAM MENGURANGI NYERI PADA PASIEN POST EKSISI FAM DI SALAH SATU RUMAH SAKIT SWASTA DI BEKASI, JAWA BARAT Elysabeth Sinulingga; Joni Idola Zendrato; Netral Gulo
Nursing Current: Jurnal Keperawatan Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19166/nc.v12i2.8538

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BAHASA Fibroadenoma mammae atau FAM merupakan benjolan yang terdapat pada payudara dan merupakan tumor jinak. Salah satu penatalaksanaan medis pada FAM ialah dengan eksisi bedah. Salah satu efek samping yang timbul setelah eksisi bedah adalah nyeri. Penatalaksanaan nyeri dapat dilakukan dengan teknik farmakologi dan non-farmakologi. Salah satu intervensi keperawatan dalam mengurangi nyeri dengan teknik non-farmakologi ialah terapi autogenik. Terapi autogenik merupakan salah satu terapi relaksasi yang berdasarkan konsentrasi pasif dengan menggunakan persepsi tubuh yang difasilitasi oleh sugesti diri sendiri dan mempunyai manfaat dalam menurunkan nyeri, mengurangi stres dan ketegangan otot. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas dari terapi autogenik dalam mengurangi nyeri pada pasien post eksisi FAM dengan pendekatan asuhan keperawatan. Penelitian ini dilakukan kepada salah satu pasien post eksisi FAM dengan keluhan nyeri skala 5 saat beraktivitas dan skala 4 saat istrahat dengan indikator Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). Implementasi keperawatan terapi autogenik dilakukan kepada pasien selama 3 hari dengan durasi terapi 10 menit dan dilakukan 3 kali dalam sehari. Evaluasi yang didapatkan pada hari pertama nyeri pasien berkurang dari skala 5/4 menjadi skala nyeri 3/2, evaluasi hari kedua menjadi skala nyeri 2/1, evaluasi hari ketiga menjadi skala nyeri 1/0. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terapi autogenik efektif dalam mengurangi nyeri pada pasien post eksisi FAM.   Fibroadenoma mammae (FAM) is a benign breast tumor that presents as a lump. One of the medical treatments for FAM is surgical excision. A common side effect following surgical excision is pain. Pain management can be achieved through pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods. One non-pharmacological nursing intervention for pain relief is autogenic therapy. Autogenic therapy is a relaxation technique based on passive concentration and body perception, facilitated by self-suggestion, with proven benefits in reducing pain, stress, and muscle tension. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of autogenic therapy in reducing pain in patients following FAM excision, using a nursing care approach. The research was conducted on a post-FAM excision patient who reported pain at a level of 5 during activity and 4 at rest, as measured using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). The nursing implementation of autogenic therapy was carried out for 3 days, with each session lasting 10 minutes, performed three times a day. On the first day, the patient's pain decreased from a 5/4 scale to a 3/2 scale, on the second day it decreased to a 2/1 scale, and by the third day, the pain was reduced to a 1/0 scale. The results indicate that autogenic therapy is effective in reducing pain in post-FAM excision patients.  
KEPATUHAN KONSUMSI TABLET TAMBAH DARAH DENGAN KEJADIAN ANEMIA PADA IBU HAMIL DI PUSKESMAS SUKASARI Aliza Fatma Urbaningrum; febi Ratnasari Ratnasari; Ida Faridah Faridah; AYG Wibisono Wibisono
Nursing Current: Jurnal Keperawatan Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19166/nc.v12i2.8672

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BAHASA Definisi anemia pada ibu hamil merupakan hemoglobin dalam tubuh dengan konsentrasi kurang dari 11 g/dL. Tahun 2018 pada laporan Riskesdas mengalami peningkatan angka kejadian anemia sebesar 48,9% dibanding dengan Riskesdas tahun 2013 yang hanya sebesar 37,1%. Kontribusi anemia cukup signifikan terhadap angka kematian di Indonesia dengan persentase 50-70%. Di Indonesia, 48,9% ibu mengandung mengalami anemia atau kekurangan darah. Upaya pencegahan yang dapat dilakukan oleh pemerintah terhadap kejadian anemia ibu yang tengah mengandung dengan dilaksanakan program suplementasi tablet sulfas ferosus sejak dimulainya ibu hamil memeriksakan kehamilannya, pemberian dilakukan minimal 90 hari. Tujuan penelitian untuk melihat keterkaitan kepatuhan konsumsi tablet tambah darah dengan kejadian anemia pada ibu hamil di Puskesmas Sukasari. Metode penelitian ini adalah uji kuantitatif yang memanfaatkan studi deskriptif korelasional dengan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling menggunakan kuisioner MMAS-8 dengan sampel berjumlah 106 responden. Hasil Penelitian ini menunjukkan nilai p = 0,000 dengan koefisien keterkaitan yaitu sebesar 0,544, yang mengindikasikan  keterkaitan antara kepatuhan dalam mengonsumsi tablet penambah darah dengan kejadian anemia pada ibu hamil di Puskesmas Sukasari pada tahun 2024.   Anemia in pregnant women is defined as a hemoglobin concentration of less than 11 g/dL. The 2018 Riskesdas report showed an increase in the prevalence of anemia to 48.9%, compared to 37.1% in the 2013 Riskesdas. Anemia significantly contributes to maternal mortality in Indonesia, accounting for 50–70% of cases. In Indonesia, 48.9% of pregnant women experience anemia or a lack of hemoglobin. To prevent anemia among pregnant women, the government has implemented a ferrous sulfate tablet supplementation program, which is initiated during the first antenatal visit and administered for at least 90 days. This study aims to examine the correlation between adherence to iron supplementation and the incidence of anemia in pregnant women at Sukasari Health Center. A descriptive correlational design was used, employing purposive sampling and the MMAS-8 questionnaire with a sample of 106 respondents. The results indicated a p-value of 0.000 and a correlation coefficient of 0.544, suggesting a significant correlation between adherence to iron supplementation and the incidence of anemia among pregnant women at Sukasari Health Center in 2024.
GAMBARAN FAKTOR-FAKTOR PEMERIKSAAN PAYUDARA SENDIRI SEBAGAI DETEKSI DINI KANKER PAYUDARA Joice Cathryne; Jessica Elisabeth Siahaan; Marsha Petrosina Soumokil; Maria Teresia Cengga; Mega Sampepadang
Nursing Current: Jurnal Keperawatan Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19166/nc.v12i2.8999

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BAHASA Kanker payudara menyumbang kematian terbanyak dikalangan wanita. Pemeriksaan payudara sendiri (SADARI) merupakan deteksi awal kanker payudara yang penting untuk dilakukan, karena dapat meningkatkan peluang sembuh jika kanker diketahui lebih dini. Berdasarkan survei awal kepada 20 mahasiswi keperawatan di satu universitas swasta Tangerang, didapatkan 18 mahasiswi tidak pernah mendapatkan informasi SADARI, 18 tidak pernah melakukan SADARI, dan 2 mahasiswi memiliki riwayat kanker payudara di keluarganya. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk mengetahui gambaran faktor-faktor pemeriksaan payudara sendiri sebagai deteksi dini kanker payudara. Metode penelitian mengunakan kuantitatif jenis deskriptif menggunakan analisis univariat dengan menggunakan 199 sampel mahasiswi keperawatan tingkat pertama pada satu universitas swasta di Tangerang yang ditentukan dengan teknik purposive sampling, penelitian ini dilakukan pada bulan Februari - April 2024.  Hasil penelitian ini mendapatkan 83,9% responden memiliki pengetahuan cukup tentang pemeriksaan payudara sendiri, 54,3% responden memilki sikap negatif, 60,3% responden berperilaku kurang, 100% responden mendapatkan dukungan baik dari tenaga kesehatan dan 54,5% responden mendapatkan informasi pemeriksaan payudara sendiri dari petugas puskesmas. Perilaku seseorang dipengaruhi banyak faktor. Penelitian selanjutnya diharapkan dapat melakukan penelitian dengan mencari hubungan antara faktor - faktor pemeriksaan payudara sebagai deteksi dini kanker payudara.   Breast cancer is the leading cause of death among women. Breast self-examination (BSE) is a crucial method for the early detection of breast cancer, as it increases the chances of recovery when cancer is detected early. An initial survey of 20 nursing students at a private university in Tangerang revealed that 18 had never received information about BSE, 18 had never performed BSE, and 2 students had a family history of breast cancer. This study aimed to describe the factors related to breast self-examination as a method of early detection for breast cancer. This research employed a quantitative descriptive design with univariate analysis, involving 199 first-year nursing students from a private university in Tangerang, selected through purposive sampling. The study was conducted from February to April 2024. The findings showed that 83.9% of respondents had sufficient knowledge about BSE, 54.3% demonstrated negative attitudes, 60.3% exhibited inadequate practices, 100% received good support from healthcare workers, and 54.5% obtained information about BSE from community health center staff. Many factors influence individual behavior. Future research is recommended to explore the relationships between these factors and the early detection of breast cancer.
The Relationship Between Peer Conformity and Bullying Behavior Among Students in A Public Senior High School in Jakarta Santi Santi; Santa Maria Pangaribuan; Loritta Yemina; Lince Siringoringo
Nursing Current: Jurnal Keperawatan Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19166/nc.v13i2.9041

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In Indonesia, approximately 25% of reported violence cases are related to the education sector, with 1,480 documented incidents of bullying in schools. Bullying behavior among adolescents may be influenced by peer conformity, in which individuals seek social acceptance by adapting to group norms and expectations. This study aimed to examine the relationship between peer conformity and bullying behavior among students. An analytical correlational design with a cross-sectional approach was employed, involving 139 respondents. Data was collected using two questionnaires: the Peer Conformity Questionnaire and the Bullying Behavior Questionnaire. The results indicated a significant association between peer conformity and bullying behavior (χ² = 29.165, p = 0.023). Based on these findings, it is recommended that teachers implement weekly student briefings, conduct monthly behavioral evaluations, provide positive reinforcement for students who demonstrate awareness and prevention of bullying, and apply disciplinary warnings for those involved in bullying. Moreover, anti-bullying education should be strengthened, and participation in extracurricular activities focused on bullying prevention should be encouraged, particularly for Grade X students.
BRIDGING THE NURSING CARE GAP: BUILDING QUALITY NURSING SERVICES FOR GAYS WITH HIV/AIDS THROUGH STANDARDIZATION, ENHANCEMENT OF NURSES' COMPETENCE, AND PATIENT PARTICIPATION Malianti Silalahi; Santa Maria Pangaribuan; Permaida Permaida; Stepanus Maman Hermawan
Nursing Current: Jurnal Keperawatan Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19166/nc.v12i2.9050

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Nursing care is a crucial aspect in addressing health issues, including Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)/ Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), especially within the gay population. A lack of knowledge regarding nursing care for this population can hinder the reduction of HIV/AIDS cases. There is a need for HIV/AIDS nursing care standards that are not only comprehensive but also sensitive to the specific perceptions and needs of gay patients. Negative perceptions of nursing care can affect the quality of care and patient involvement in managing their health. Therefore, this study aims to explore these perceptions. This study employed a qualitative descriptive design to gain a deep understanding of the perceptions of gay patients with HIV/AIDS towards nursing care. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with 14 participants selected purposively. The interviews were designed to explore the participants' views, experiences, and expectations regarding the nursing services they received. The collected data was analyzed using thematic analysis, allowing the researchers to identify and categorize the main themes from the gathered information. Two main themes were identified during this study: The desired professional nursing services for gay individuals with HIV/AIDS and the limitations of nurses in involving gay clients with HIV/AIDS in the nursing care planning process. Consistent and standardized nursing care services, as well as enhancing nurses' skills and abilities through mentoring and training, are the expectations of gay individuals with HIV/AIDS towards professional nursing care. A heavy workload is a limitation faced by nurses in providing optimal nursing care to gay individuals with HIV/AIDS.
NURSES’ AWARENESS, CONCERN, MOTIVATION, AND BEHAVIOR TOWARD HEALTH AND CLIMATE CHANGE Marisa Junianti Manik; Angel Agustin; Chandra Immanuel; Retno Pramita Putri; Shinta M.J.P. Sihaloho
Nursing Current: Jurnal Keperawatan Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19166/nc.v12i2.9069

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Climate change significantly impacts health, food security, housing, safety, and work through long-term shifts in temperature and weather patterns. In Jakarta, these changes have led to the city experiencing the worst air pollution in Indonesia, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 161. Nurses play a vital role in educating the public about behavioral changes to mitigate the effects of climate change. This study aimed to assess nurses' awareness, concerns, motivation, and behaviors related to health and climate change in a private hospital in Jakarta. This quantitative descriptive study involved 92 respondents selected through purposive sampling. The data were collected using the Climate, Health, and Nursing Tool (CHANT) questionnaire. The analysis revealed that nurses' awareness of evidence-based information on climate change ranged from "somewhat familiar" to "moderately familiar." Their concerns about the impacts of climate change were rated from "somewhat concerned" to "moderately concerned." Nurses' motivation levels were reported as ranging from "somewhat motivated" to "very motivated" regarding health and climate change. Behavioral practices to mitigate climate change varied, with activities at home ranging from "rarely" to "often" and those in the hospital ranging from "sometimes" to "often." This research highlights the need to enhance nurses' knowledge and awareness of health and climate change and serves as a reference for future studies exploring the intersection of nursing, health, and climate change in Indonesia.
The Relationship between Family Support and Self-Care Behavior among Individuals with Hypertension in Tangerang Elistina Simanullang; Jessica Margaretha Simatupang; Septiana Sry Rezeki Siregar; Elysabeth Sinulingga; Shinta Marina J.P. Sihaloho
Nursing Current: Jurnal Keperawatan Vol. 13 No. 1 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19166/nc.v13i1.9221

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Background: Uncontrolled hypertension can lead to severe complication and is a significant contributor to mortality. The family serves as a key functional component in supporting individuals with hypertension, playing a critical role in improving self-care behaviors. Purpose: This study sets out to examine the relationship between family support and self-care behaviors among individuals with hypertension in a community health center in Tangerang Method: A cross-sectional design was employed involving 88 respondents selected through accidental sampling. Data were analyzed using the Pearson chi-square test. Result: The finding revealed that 52 respondents (59.1%) had moderate self-care behavior, and 74 respondents (84.1%) had good family support. The Pearson chi-square test revealed no significant association between family support and self-care behavior (p > 0.05). Conclusion: There was no significant association between family support and self-care behavior among individuals with hypertension. These results suggest that healthcare providers should continue to educate and involve families while also empowering individuals to take an active role in managing their condition. Future intervention study encourages additional strategies alongside family support that effectively promote self-care behaviors.
FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMENGARUHI KESEDIAAN WANITA USIA SUBUR DALAM MELAKUKAN INSPEKSI VISUAL ASETAT (IVA) TEST DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS CURUG Christin Wulan Mau Runesi; Genolvia Debryana Nenohai; Jesica Angeliq Grace Ndun; Belet Lydia Ingrit; Prisca A Tahapary
Nursing Current: Jurnal Keperawatan Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19166/nc.v13i2.9495

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Cervical cancer is the second leading cause of death for women in Indonesia. One method of early detection is the Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid (VIA) test. This study aimed to identify factors influencing the willingness of women of childbearing age to undergo VIA testing in the working area of Curug Health Center, Tangerang Regency. The study population consisted of 34,290 women of childbearing age. An analytical cross-sectional design was employed, and 395 participants were selected using an accidental sampling technique. Data were analyzed using univariate analysis, bivariate analysis with the chi-square test, and multivariate analysis using multiple logistic regression. Education (p = 0.038), knowledge (p = 0.026), attitudes (p = 0.007), and husbands’ support (p < 0.001) were significantly associated with the willingness to undergo VIA testing. Husbands’ support emerged as the most dominant factor influencing willingness to participate in VIA screening. Education level, knowledge, attitudes, and husbands’ support were identified as key factors influencing women’s willingness to undergo VIA testing. Efforts to improve awareness and understanding of early cervical cancer detection among women of childbearing age in the Curug Health Center working area are essential to increase participation in VIA screening.