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Lentera Perawat
Published by Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Al-Ma'arif Baturaja
ISSN : 27222837     EISSN : 28301846     DOI : -
Core Subject : Health,
Health Professions Nursing Public Health
Lentera Perawat is intended to be the journal for publishing articles reporting the results of research on Health Science field especially Nursing and Midwifery, Public Health as well as with their development through interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach
Arjuna Subject : Profesi Kesehatan - Profesi Kesehatan (Lain-Lain)
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Communication competence of undergraduate healthcare students in Thailand: A cross-sectional study Chaiyaphum, Nattapong; Woranuch, Supansa; Khant, Aung Min
Lentera Perawat Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v7i1.595

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Background: Effective communication is a cornerstone of patient-centered healthcare, directly influencing treatment adherence, patient satisfaction, and safety outcomes. In Thailand, where cultural diversity and family involvement play vital roles in healthcare, inadequate communication remains a persistent challenge affecting patient well-being. Strengthening communication competence among undergraduate healthcare students is crucial for preparing future professionals to deliver safe, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care. Objective: This study aimed to assess the communication competence of undergraduate healthcare students in Thailand and to examine whether demographic factors influence these skills. Methods: A cross-sectional quantitative design was employed. Data were collected from 212 undergraduate healthcare students enrolled in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, and allied health programs at three major public universities in Thailand. The validated Self-Efficacy 12 (SE-12) questionnaire was used to measure students’ self-perceived communication competence. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square tests to identify associations between communication competence and demographic characteristics. Results: Among respondents, 55.2% demonstrated good communication competence, while 44.8% exhibited poor competence. No statistically significant associations were found between communication competence and gender, age, year of study, or faculty affiliation (p > 0.05). These findings suggest that sociodemographic characteristics do not significantly influence communication abilities among healthcare students. Conclusion: Nearly half of Thailand’s undergraduate healthcare students demonstrated limited communication competence, highlighting a critical need for targeted educational interventions. Integrating structured, experiential, and culturally grounded communication training into healthcare curricula is essential to enhance competence, improve patient safety, and promote high-quality, patient-centered care.
Translation and validation of the Indonesian version of Richard Campbell Sleep Questionnaire (RCSQ) in intensive care unit patients Nurhayati, Nunung; Waluyo, Agung; Kariasa, I Made; Asih, Sali Rahadi; Pujasari, Hening; Hayat, Bahrul
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v7i2.620

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Background: Sleep quality is a critical determinant of recovery outcomes among patients admitted to intensive care units (ICUs); however, accurate sleep assessment remains challenging due to environmental disturbances and intensive medical interventions. The Richards–Campbell Sleep Questionnaire (RCSQ) is widely used to assess subjective sleep quality, yet evidence regarding its psychometric performance in Indonesian ICU settings remains limited. Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the validity and reliability of RCSQ in the ICU and assess the extent to which this instrument can accurately reflect the patient's sleep experience in the ICU. Methods: A methodological cross-sectional study was conducted involving 11 adult ICU patients recruited using a total sampling technique. Data were collected between April and May 2025 using the Indonesian version of the RCSQ. Construct validity was assessed using item–total correlation analysis, while internal consistency was evaluated using Cronbach’s alpha coefficient. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize participants’ demographic characteristics. Results: All RCSQ items demonstrated satisfactory construct validity, with item–total correlation coefficients exceeding the critical r-value (r > 0.521) and statistical significance at p < 0.05. The instrument showed good internal consistency, with a Cronbach’s alpha value of 0.810, indicating reliable measurement of subjective sleep quality among ICU patients. Conclusion: The Indonesian version of the Richards–Campbell Sleep Questionnaire demonstrates acceptable validity and reliability for assessing subjective sleep quality in ICU patients. Nevertheless, further studies with larger and more diverse samples are recommended to confirm its robustness and to explore integration with objective sleep assessment methods in intensive care settings.
Application of pursed-lip breathing to reduce fatigue in hemodialysis patients: A nursing case study Aneja, Ririn Dwi; Fatrida, Dedi
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v7i1.630

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Background: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a serious global health problem with a rapidly increasing prevalence. The disease is characterized by a progressive and irreversible decline in kidney function. In advanced stages, patients require renal replacement therapy, such as hemodialysis. Fatigue is one of the most common and debilitating symptoms experienced by patients undergoing hemodialysis, negatively affecting daily functioning and quality of life. Objective: This study aimed to describe nursing care for a patient with CKD through the application of pursed-lip breathing to reduce fatigue levels in the Hemodialysis Unit. Methods: This study employed a nursing case study design based on the nursing process. The subject was Mrs. S, a patient with CKD undergoing routine hemodialysis. Fatigue was assessed using the Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), with an initial score of 52, indicating fatigue. The nursing diagnosis was exhaustion related to physiological conditions (chronic disease: CKD) and long-term treatment (hemodialysis). The nursing intervention consisted of the application of pursed-lip breathing, implemented over four consecutive visits during hemodialysis sessions. Results: The evaluation demonstrated a gradual reduction in fatigue levels. The FSS score decreased from 46 on the first day, to 40 on the second day, 36 on the third day, and reached 30 on the fourth day, indicating no fatigue. In addition, the patient verbalized improved energy recovery, increased strength, reduced feelings of fatigue and lethargy, and improved appetite, consistent with the expected nursing outcomes. Conclusion: The application of pursed-lip breathing as a nursing intervention was associated with a reduction in fatigue levels in a patient undergoing hemodialysis. This technique may be incorporated into routine nursing care to help manage fatigue and support quality of life among patients with CKD. Patients are encouraged to practice pursed-lip breathing regularly, particularly when experiencing fatigue during hemodialysis.
Role of conflict management in preventing burnout due to work conflicts among nurses : A qualitative study Nisa, Neng Lina Rohmatun; Sutresna, Iyos; Ridwan, Heri
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v7i1.641

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Background: Workplace conflict is an inevitable phenomenon in nursing practice and, when unresolved, may contribute to burnout among nurses, particularly in primary healthcare settings. Burnout negatively affects nurses’ well-being, work performance, and quality of care, highlighting the importance of effective conflict management strategies at the organizational level. Objective: This study aimed to explore nurses’ experiences of workplace conflict and to examine the role of conflict management in preventing burnout among nurses at Puskesmas Cimalaka. Methods: A qualitative study with a phenomenological approach was conducted. Six participants, consisting of four staff nurses and two nurse-in-charge personnel, were recruited using snowball sampling. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and contextual observations. Verbatim transcripts were analyzed thematically to identify patterns, themes, and meanings related to workplace conflict, burnout, and conflict resolution strategies. Results: All participants reported experiencing workplace conflict, which was generally mild and work-related, including miscommunication, task distribution issues, tardiness, and scheduling conflicts. Five participants experienced signs and symptoms of burnout, primarily emotional exhaustion and temporary psychological strain. Conflict resolution involved peer-assisted approaches and supervisor-mediated interventions. Effective strategies identified were compromise and collaboration, which contributed to timely conflict resolution, improved communication, a more comfortable work environment, increased motivation, perceptions of fairness, and reduced risk of burnout. Conclusion: Workplace conflict among nurses at Puskesmas Cimalaka is common but manageable. Proactive, fair, and collaborative conflict management strategies play a critical role in mitigating the risk of burnout. Strengthening institutional conflict management mechanisms and addressing structural factors such as workload are essential to sustain nurses’ well-being in primary healthcare settings
The effect of warm compress therapy on labor pain during the active phase of the first stage of labor: A pre-experimental study Aini, Apriyanti; Lamdayani, Rinda; Apriyanto, Apriyanto
Lentera Perawat Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v7i1.645

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Background: Labor pain during the active phase of the first stage of labor is a significant physiological and psychological challenge for women and may influence labor progression and childbirth experience. Non-pharmacological interventions are increasingly recommended to support maternal comfort and promote physiological labor. Warm compress therapy has been widely applied during the second stage of labor; however, evidence regarding its effectiveness during the active phase of the first stage of labor remains limited. Objective: This study aimed to examine the effect of warm compress therapy on labor pain during the active phase of the first stage of labor. Methods: This study employed a quantitative approach using a pre-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design. The study was conducted at PMB Erni Artiqoh, Bumi Makmur Village, involving 20 laboring women selected through total sampling. Labor pain intensity was measured using a numerical rating scale before and after the application of warm compress therapy. The intervention consisted of warm compress application at a temperature of 38–45°C for approximately 20 minutes during the active phase of labor. Data were analyzed using univariate analysis and the Wilcoxon signed-rank test. Results: The results showed a clear reduction in labor pain intensity following the intervention. Before the intervention, most participants reported severe pain levels, while after warm compress therapy, pain scores shifted to mild-to-moderate levels. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test demonstrated a statistically significant difference in labor pain intensity before and after the intervention (p = 0.001), indicating that warm compress therapy effectively reduced labor pain during the active phase of the first stage of labor. Conclusion: Warm compress therapy was found to be effective in reducing labor pain during the active phase of the first stage of labor. This non-invasive, low-cost intervention can be safely integrated into routine midwifery care to enhance maternal comfort during childbirth.
The effect of benson relaxation therapy on sleep quality among perimenopausal women: A pre-experimental study Rahmadayanti, Ade Marlisa; Anggeriani, Rini; Apriyani, Titin; Diawaroh, Windi
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v7i1.609

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Background: Sleep disturbances are commonly experienced by perimenopausal women due to hormonal fluctuations and psychosocial changes. Non-pharmacological interventions are increasingly recommended to manage sleep problems safely and effectively in this population. Benson relaxation therapy is a mind–body intervention that induces a relaxation response and has shown potential benefits for sleep regulation. Objective: This study aimed to examine the effect of Benson relaxation therapy on sleep quality among perimenopausal women. Methods: This study employed a quantitative pre-experimental design using a one-group pre-test and post-test approach. The study was conducted at Tulung Selapan Primary Health Center, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, Indonesia, in November 2024. Participants were selected using purposive sampling based on inclusion criteria, including perimenopausal women aged 45–55 years who experienced sleep disturbances and were not using sleep-affecting medications. Benson relaxation therapy was administered for five consecutive days with a duration of 10 minutes per session. Sleep quality was measured using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and paired statistical tests. Results: The results demonstrated an improvement in sleep quality following Benson relaxation therapy. The proportion of participants with good sleep quality increased, while no participants remained in the poor sleep quality category after the intervention. The mean sleep quality score decreased from pre-test to post-test, indicating improved sleep quality, and the difference was statistically significant (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Benson relaxation therapy was effective in improving sleep quality among perimenopausal women. The intervention offers a simple, safe, and feasible non-pharmacological approach for managing sleep disturbances during the perimenopausal period.
The effect of virgin coconut oil foot massage on peripheral neuropathy in type 2 diabetes: A pre-experimental study Liana, Yunita; Surahmat, Raden; Sartika, Dedek; Utama, Yofa Anggriani; Akhriansyah, Mareta
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v7i1.636

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Background: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose levels that can lead to diabetic peripheral neuropathy, presenting with pain, numbness, and foot ulcers. Foot massage therapy using Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) may improve blood circulation, enhance nerve function, and support skin health due to its lauric and oleic acid content. Objective: This study aimed to examine the effect of foot massage therapy using virgin coconut oil on peripheral neuropathy scores among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Methods: A pre-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design was conducted involving 30 patients with T2DM and peripheral neuropathy recruited through purposive sampling at a primary healthcare center. Peripheral neuropathy was assessed using the 10 g Semmes–Weinstein Monofilament Test before and after the intervention. Participants received three sessions of standardized foot massage using virgin coconut oil, each lasting 30 minutes. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test with a significance level of p < 0.05. Results: Data from 30 participants were analyzed. The median peripheral neuropathy score significantly decreased from 6.00 ± 2.18 before the intervention to 2.00 ± 1.46 after the intervention (Z = –4.83, p < 0.001). The calculated effect size (r = 0.88) indicated a large and clinically meaningful effect, reflecting an improvement from moderate to mild neuropathy severity. Conclusion: Foot massage therapy using virgin coconut oil significantly reduced peripheral neuropathy severity in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This intervention is safe, low-cost, and well tolerated, and it may serve as an effective complementary therapy for diabetic peripheral neuropathy management, particularly in low-resource settings.
The influence of booklet media on tuberculosis knowledge among airport workers: A pre-experimental study Ovany, Riska; Alvionesa, Miana Chesaria; Delyka, Merry
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v7i1.647

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Background: Tuberculosis remains a major public health challenge in high-mobility occupational settings, where frequent interpersonal contact increases the risk of disease transmission. Limited knowledge regarding tuberculosis transmission, prevention, and early detection among airport workers may contribute to delayed health-seeking behavior and sustained transmission within transportation hubs. Objective: This study aimed to examine the influence of booklet-based health education on tuberculosis knowledge among airport workers. Methods: This study employed a quantitative pre-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design. The population consisted of 88 workers at the Tjilik Riwut Airport Health Quarantine Post, Palangka Raya, Indonesia. A sample of 47 respondents was selected using an accidental sampling technique based on inclusion criteria. Tuberculosis knowledge was measured using a structured questionnaire administered before and after the intervention. The intervention consisted of tuberculosis health education delivered through a printed booklet. Data normality was assessed using the Shapiro–Wilk test, and differences between pretest and posttest knowledge scores were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test. Results: The findings demonstrated a significant increase in tuberculosis knowledge following the booklet-based intervention. The mean knowledge score increased from 77.72 before the intervention to 90.28 after the intervention, accompanied by a reduction in score variability. Statistical analysis indicated a significant difference between pre-intervention and post-intervention knowledge scores (p = 0.001). The proportion of respondents with high knowledge levels increased, while moderate and low knowledge categories decreased after the intervention. Conclusion: Booklet-based health education significantly improved tuberculosis knowledge among airport workers. The use of printed educational media proved to be an effective, practical, and sustainable approach for enhancing health knowledge in high-mobility occupational settings.
Association of gadget use with learning focus and interpersonal skills among school-age children: A cross-sectional study Setiawati, Peni; Arsi, Ranida; Rimbawati, Yazika
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v7i1.660

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Background: The increasing use of digital technology has expanded gadget exposure among school-age children, which may influence learning concentration and social interaction development in educational settings. Educational stakeholders therefore require empirical evidence to understand how gadget use relates to learning focus and interpersonal skills. Objective: This study aimed to examine the association between gadget use, learning focus, and interpersonal skills among school-age children. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional correlational design was employed. The study involved 60 students in grades IV and V at MI Najahiyah Seberang Ulu 1, Palembang, Indonesia, selected through purposive sampling based on predefined inclusion criteria. Data were collected using structured questionnaires measuring gadget use, learning focus, and interpersonal skills. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize respondent characteristics, while Spearman’s rho correlation test assessed associations between variables at a 95% confidence level. Results: The findings showed a statistically significant association between gadget use and learning focus (p < 0.001; r = 0.792) as well as between gadget use and interpersonal skills (p < 0.001; r = 0.764). Most respondents demonstrated moderate gadget use, generally high learning focus, and predominantly good interpersonal skills. These results indicate that variations in gadget use levels are closely related to differences in cognitive concentration and social interaction abilities among school-age children. Conclusion: Gadget use shows a significant association with learning focus and interpersonal skills among school-age children. Balanced and supervised gadget use is essential to support optimal academic engagement and social development.
The effect of giving shallot compress (Allium Ascalonicum l.) on breast swelling in postpartum mothers: A pre-experimental study Zelharsandy, Vika Tri; Soleha, Marchatus; Sepiwiryanti, Wika
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v7i1.666

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Background: Breast swelling or breast engorgement is a common problem experienced by postpartum mothers and often causes pain, discomfort, and difficulties in breastfeeding. Non-pharmacological and culturally acceptable interventions are needed to manage this condition safely and effectively. Shallot compress (Allium ascalonicum L.) has been traditionally used to reduce inflammation and swelling, but scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness in postpartum breast swelling remains limited. Objective: This study aimed to examine the effect of giving shallot compress (Allium ascalonicum L.) on breast swelling in postpartum mothers. Methods: This study employed a quasi-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach. The sample consisted of 20 postpartum mothers experiencing breast swelling, selected using purposive sampling. The intervention involved the application of a shallot compress to the swollen breast area according to a standardized procedure. Breast swelling severity was assessed before and after the intervention using observation and checklist instruments. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential analysis with a significance level of 95%. Results: The results showed a clear reduction in breast swelling severity after the intervention. Before the intervention, most participants experienced heavy breast swelling, whereas after the intervention no participants remained in the heavy category. The mean breast swelling score decreased from 2.50 before the intervention to 1.45 after the intervention, indicating a significant improvement in breast swelling conditions among postpartum mothers. Conclusion: The application of shallot compress (Allium ascalonicum L.) was effective in reducing breast swelling severity in postpartum mothers. This intervention provides a safe, low-cost, and non-pharmacological option to support breastfeeding comfort during the postpartum period.

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