JPK: Jurnal Proteksi Kesehatan [ ISSN : 2715-1115 (online) 2302-8610 (print)] is a double-blind peer-reviewed national journal published twice on May and November. It is dedicated to promoting scholarly exchange among teachers, practitioners and researchers in the field on health in the broadest sense such as public health, nursing, midwifery, medicine, pharmacy, health psychology, nutrition, health technology, health analysis, health information system, medical record, health law, hospital management, enviromental science, etc. DOI: https://doi.org/10.36929/jpk. by the Poltekkes Kemenkes Riau located in Pekanbaru, Indonesia
Analysis of the Relationship Between Health Literacy and Medication Adherence Among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic disease requires long-term treatment. Low medication adherence influenced by poor health literacy, poses a significant challenge in managing T2DM. This study aimed to asses the relationship between both variables among T2DM outpatients at Arifin Achmad Hospital, Pekanbaru. This research used a quantitative analytic design with a cross-sectional approach with a total of 88 respondents. Data were collected using the HLS-EU-Q16 questionnaire for health literacy and the MMAS-8 for medication adherence, then analyzed using the Chi-Square test. Results showed that health literacy category 35.2% (low); 31.8% (moderate); 33% (high). For medication adherence category were 37.5% (high) ; 30.7% (moderate); 31.8% (low). Statistical analysis revealed a significant relationship between health literacy and medication adherence (p = 0.003, p < 0.05). Occupational status have factor significantly related to adherence (p = 0.012). Enhancing health literacy is important to support long-term medication adherence among T2DM patients
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NutriPlay: Bilingual Mobile App for Nutrition and Cultural Food Education
Digital nutrition education interventions have shown promise, yet most remain monolingual and rarely integrate local cultural food content, limiting their relevance in multilingual, culturally diverse settings such as Indonesia. This study addresses this gap by evaluating NutriPlay, a bilingual (Indonesian-English) mobile application that uniquely integrates nutrition education, English vocabulary acquisition, and Indonesian cultural food awareness—a combination not previously examined among elementary school students. A quasi-experimental one-group pre-post intervention study involved 30 fifth-grade students in Pekanbaru, Riau. Overall nutrition knowledge improved significantly from 37.2% to 83.1% (mean gain +45.9%, t(29)=18.47, p<0.001, Cohen's d=3.37, η²=0.92). Bilingual vocabulary mastery increased from 15.3% to 73.2% (+57.9%), and cultural awareness of Indonesian traditional foods reached 84%. Application engagement exceeded benchmarks with 95% repeat-use and mean session duration of 17.2 minutes. These findings demonstrate that a single mobile application can simultaneously advance nutrition literacy, second-language acquisition, and cultural identity in resource-limited school settings, offering a novel, scalable model for integrated health-language education in similar contexts
Copyright (c) 2026 Falinda Oktariani, Yessi Marlina, Nufus Rahmatullah, Nur Kholis https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/
Formulation of Pineapple Peel Extract Mouthwash as an Antibacterial against Streptococcus mutans
Dental caries is an oral health problem that is caused by Streptococcus mutans. Pineapple peel is known to contain bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, tannins, saponins, phenolics, and bromelain, which have potential antibacterial properties. This study aimed to formulate an ethanol extract of pineapple peel into a mouthwash preparation and to evaluate its antibacterial activity against Streptococcus mutans. This research used an experimental laboratory method with the disc diffusion technique. The extract concentrations used were 5%, 10%, and 15%, which were then formulated into mouthwash preparations F1, F2, and F3. The evaluation of the formulations included organoleptic tests, pH, viscosity, and antibacterial activity. The results showed that the ethanol extract of pineapple peel at concentrations of 5%, 10%, and 15% produced inhibition zones of 12.1±1.05 mm, 12.0±1.00 mm, and 13.4±1.64 mm, respectively. Meanwhile, the mouthwash formulations F1, F2, and F3 produced inhibition zones of 11.1±0.1 mm, 11.5±1.2 mm, and 11.2±0.76 mm, respectively. ANOVA test results indicated a significant difference among treatments (p < 0.05). It can be concluded that the ethanol extract of pineapple peel formulated as a mouthwash exhibits strong antibacterial activity against Streptococcus mutans
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Prescribing and Rationality of Diabetes Therapy
Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose due to impaired insulin secretion or action. This study aimed to analyze prescribing patterns and evaluate the rationality of antidiabetic therapy in hospitalized patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at Arifin Achmad Regional General Hospital, Pekanbaru, during 2021–2023. A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted using 76 eligible medical records. Most patients were female (57%) and aged 45–54 years. Insulin monotherapy, particularly novorapid, was the most commonly prescribed treatment, followed by metformin and combination insulin therapy. Rationality assessment showed that most prescriptions met criteria for appropriate indication, drug selection, dosage, patient suitability, and dosing interval. However, potential drug interactions were identified, mainly of moderate severity. In conclusion, prescribing patterns were generally rational, although monitoring of potential drug interactions remains necessary to ensure safe and effective therapy.
Copyright (c) 2026 Adrian Mulya, Denia Pratiwi, Isna Wardaniati, Junisa Prahestina https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/
Social Participation in Tree Bank: Climate Adaptation and Health Promotion
This qualitative case study examines social participation in the Tree Bank Program at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Riau, as a climate adaptation and campus health-promotion strategy. Existing green-campus studies largely emphasize physical infrastructure or environmental performance, while the social processes that sustain tree-based adaptation and health co-benefits remain underexplored. This study addresses that gap by integrating Cohen and Uphoff’s participation framework, social capital, and climate-health perspectives. Informants representing faculty leaders, lecturers, staff, students, alumni, Humendala, BPDAS, and DLHK were purposively selected. Data from interviews, observations, focus groups, and documents were thematically analyzed using NVivo 12 Plus. Participation was strongest in implementation, adequate in decision-making and benefit utilization, and weakest in evaluation. The study’s novelty lies in conceptualizing the Tree Bank as participatory green infrastructure whose adaptation and health value depends on maintenance, canopy growth, survival monitoring, heat-risk literacy, inclusive green-space use, and shared responsibility.
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Viability of Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria in Liquid Storage Media
Bacteria can be cultivated and stored in media. In educational laboratories, liquid media are used to maintain stock cultures due to simplicity and cost-effectiveness. Maintaining bacterial viability is essential to ensure bacterial stability. Several factors influence bacterial survival, including temperature storage, duration, nutrient composition, osmotic pressure, pH, and sterility. Previous studies have applied glycerol supplementation in Tryptic Soy Broth as a preservative to improve bacterial viability. This study to observe bacterial survival in two types of liquid Bouillon and Tryptic Soy Broth (TSB)—with storage durations of one week, two weeks, and one month. The spread plate method used "L" glass rod on Nutrient Agar, with four treatment groups and replications. The results showed a significant increase numbers of bacteria in TSB after two weeks of storage, followed by a sharp decrease after one month. Showed that TSB was better at maintaining the viability of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
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Case Study of Changes in Body Weight, Upper Arm Circumference, and Birth Weight of Infants in Pregnant Women with Chronic Energy Deficiency Who Receive Additional Food (MT) Local
Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) is a condition of long-term undernutrition in pregnant women, indicated by a mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) of less than 23.5 cm, and poses risks to both maternal and fetal health. One of the government strategies to address this issue is the provision of locally based supplementary food (Local Supplementary Feeding). However, most previous studies have predominantly employed quantitative approaches and focused on program coverage, while in-depth case-based analyses at the primary health care level remain limited. This study aimed to describe changes in the nutritional status of pregnant women with CED before and after receiving Local Supplementary Feeding in the working area of Pekanbaru City Primary Health Center in 2024. A qualitative approach with a descriptive case study design was applied to three pregnant women with CED from August 2024 to May 2025. Data were collected through interviews and secondary data from the e-PPGBM system. The results showed an increase in body weight ranging from 5.5 to 12.95 kg and an increase in MUAC of 1–2 cm. However, one case of low birth weight was still observed, indicating the need to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of Local Supplementary Feeding interventions.
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Factors That Affect the Willingness To Do A Premarital Screening Test on Prospective Couples
Premarital screening checkup is a series of tests that couples must undergo before getting married. Prospective brides and grooms need to prepare reproductive health for both prospective brides and grooms, so that after marriage they can have good health status in order to produce a quality generation. Objective: To identify the factors that influence the willingness to undergo premarital screening tests among prospective married couples. Quantitative research type with a cross-sectional approach. The population of this study was prospective married couples at the Gayabaru Health Center, Central Lampung Regency, the sample used was 73 respondents with an accidental sampling technique. The study was conducted in May-June 2024. Data collection using questionnaire sheets, bivariate data analysis (chi square). The univariate analysis of 73 respondents showed that 50 respondents (68.5%) had good knowledge, 39 respondents (53.4%) had a positive attitude, and 64 respondents (87.7%) had no family relationship.The bivariate analysis revealed that knowledge (p-value = 0.001), attitude (p-value = 0.001), and family relationship (p-value = 0.025) were statistically significant, as the p-values were less than α = 0.05 (Ha accepted and Ho rejected). There is a relationship between knowledge, attitude and kinship on the willingness to take premarital screening tests.
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Implementation of Service Information System Integration at Regional General Hospital in Pekanbaru as a Step Towards a Smart Hospital
Digitalization of hospital services is a strategic necessity to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and patient safety. RSUD Arifin Ahmad Hospital in Pekanbaru, as a provincial referral hospital, faces complex inter-unit service processes, making digital transformation imperative. This study addresses a gap in the literature by emphasizing the integration of inter-unit services, which is often overlooked in the transition toward a smart hospital. Employing a qualitative method with a case study approach, data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis. The findings indicate that digitalization accelerates service delivery, enhances data accuracy, strengthens coordination, and reduces administrative burdens, although its success is influenced by infrastructure quality, human resource readiness, SIMRS integration, and organizational culture. These findings underscore that digitalization is a fundamental foundation for realizing a modern, patient safety–oriented smart hospital.
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Total Phenolic Content and Antioxidant Activity Test of Matoa Stem Bark Extract (Pometia pinnata J.R.Forst. & G. Forst) with DPPH
Matoa bark (Pometia pinnata J.R. Forst. & G. Forst) has long been used traditionally as a remedy for various ailments such as fever, skin disorders, infections, and inflammation. This study aims to determine the total phenolic content and antioxidant activity of matoa bark extract obtained through successive maceration using n-hexane, ethyl acetate, and 96% ethanol. Phytochemical screening revealed the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, saponins, and triterpenoids. The results showed that the 96% ethanol extract had the highest total phenolic content at 169.804 mg GAE/g, followed by the ethyl acetate extract at 97.647 mg GAE/g, and the n-hexane extract at 52.549 mg GAE/g. Antioxidant activity tested using the DPPH method indicated that the ethanol extract exhibited the strongest activity with an IC₅₀ value of 92.593 μg/mL (strong category), followed by the ethyl acetate extract at 121.695 μg/mL (moderate category), and the n-hexane extract at 187.393 μg/mL (weak category). This study shows the role of polar solvents in increasing antioxidant activity and total phenolic content.
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Factors Affecting Early Detection of High Risk of Pregnancy
Early detection of a high risk of pregnancy is crucial to prevent serious complications for the mother and fetus. However, the main challenge in pregnant women's health services in various regions is the low early detection rate. Factors such as education level, knowledge about pregnancy health, and access to health services are suspected to affect low awareness and preventive measures in pregnant women. This study aims to analyze the influence of these factors on the early detection of pregnancy risk using a cross-sectional quantitative approach with 103 pregnant women at the Tirto I Health Center, Pekalongan Regency, through a chi-square test. The findings showed a significant relationship between knowledge level (p-value 0.001), education (p-value 0.021), and health insurance ownership (p-value 0.017) on early detection of pregnancy risk. It is hoped that health workers can improve education and access to services to improve early detection of pregnancy risks.
Association Between Dietary Patterns and the Incidence of Hypertension in Adults
Hypertension is one of the major public health problems that may lead to serious cardiovascular complications if not properly managed. An unhealthy dietary pattern, such as high intake of sodium, fat, and carbohydrates, is a significant factor contributing to increased blood pressure. This study aimed to describe dietary patterns and the incidence of hypertension among patients at Limapuluh Health Center, Pekanbaru City. This descriptive study employed a cross-sectional approach. A total of 63 respondents were selected using an accidental sampling technique. Data were collected through interviews using a Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) and blood pressure measurements, then analyzed univariately. The results showed that most respondents had poor dietary patterns (58.7%) and experienced grade 1 hypertension (50.8%) and grade 2 hypertension (33.3%). These findings indicate a tendency between poor dietary patterns and the high incidence of hypertension. Nutritional education and healthy lifestyle promotion are recommended to prevent hypertension in the community.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rahimatul Uthia, Harum Lailatul Husna, Ira Oktaviani RZ, Fathul Jannah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/
The Effect of Health Promotion using Audio Visual Media on Knowledge about Personal Hygiene in Class VI
Currently, the problem that occurs in school age children is lack of Personal Hygiene. Lack of Personal Hygiene can be overcome by promoting health. This research aims to determine the effect of health promotion using audio-visual media on students' knowledge at SDN 020 Rambah Hilir. This research uses a pre-experimental method with a one group pre-test and post-test research design. With a sampling technique, namely total sampling, where the population and sample are the same, namely 56 people. The research results from data analysis mean students' knowledge about Personal Hygiene before health promotion was carried out was 74.91 while the average knowledge of students about Personal Hygiene after health promotion was carried out was 86.44. Based on the results of the T-Dependent statistical test data, a value (P-value 0.000) < 0.005 was obtained, which means that there is an influence of Health Promotion with audio visual media to increase students' knowledge about personal hygiene.
The Effectiveness of Avocado Leaf Ethanol Extract Ointment (Persea americana Mill.) on Incision Wound Healing in White Mice
Avocado leaves (Persea americana Mill.) contain bioactive compounds that can aid in the wound healing process by reducing the number of neutrophils. This study aims to determine the effect of avocado leaf ethanol extract ointment on healing cuts on the back skin of white mice (Mus musculus ) strain Balbc. The study was based on a laboratory experimental design with a post-test control group. The research subjects included 5 male white mice for each treatment group. The treatment groups used extract concentrations in ointment preparations of K15%, K35%, and K45%, with a negative control (Vaseline) and a positive control (Gentamicin). The cuts were made by injuring the back skin along a length of 15 mm and a depth of 2 mm. Observations of wound length measurements were conducted from day 0 to day 14. The research data were analyzed statistically using One-Way ANOVA, followed by Duncan's Post Hoc test. The results showed that the most effective group was K45%, , which achieved complete wound healing within 12 days.
Analysis of Pixel Values in Lateral Os Sacrum Radiographic Examinations Using Various Virtual Grid Ratios
Lumbosacral lateral projection radiography, particularly of the fifth lumbar vertebra (L5) and Sacrum, often experiences a decrease in contrast due to exposure factors and object thickness. This study aims to analyze the variation in the Virtual Grid ratio of 8:1, 10:1, and 12:1 in lateral projection sacrum examinations using the Pixel Value indicator. This descriptive quantitative study was conducted in May–June 2025 at the Radiography and Physics Laboratory, Department of Radiodiagnostic and Radiotherapy Technology, Jakarta II Polytechnic. The sample consisted of lateral sacrum images with three grid ratio variations. Analysis was performed on the average Pixel Value, followed by statistical testing using SPSS 27 with the One-Way ANOVA method. The results showed the average Pixel Value: 8:1 ratio at 150.94; 10:1 ratio at 150.46; and 12:1 ratio at 152.75 with P>0.05, indicating no significant difference between the grid ratio variations.
Application of Endorphin, Oxytocin, and Sugestive (Speos) Massage Stimulation Method to Increase Breast Milk
The endorphin, oxytocin, and suggestive massage stimulation (SPEOS) method is used as a non-pharmacological technique to increase breast milk production by combining 3 techniques, namely touching or stroking techniques around the neck, back, arms and massage techniques along the vertebrae to the costae bones. The SPEOS method is applied to post-Caesarean Section patients in the first 24 hours (minimum 6 hours), which is done once a day with a duration of 15 minutes for 3 consecutive days with an evaluation in the form of measuring breast milk production from pumping results for 15 minutes on each. The results of the application of the SPEOS method show an increase in breast milk production, especially on the third day. The SPEOS method is effective in increasing breast milk production, useful for stimulating the hormones oxytocin and prolactin, providing a sense of comfort and relaxation and fostering confidence in mothers regarding breast milk so that it can flow smoothly and meet the baby's needs. Conclusion: The application of the SPEOS method can increase breast milk production in post-Caesarean Section patients.
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Family Coping Mechanisms in Response to Stunting Events in Toddlers in the Working Area of Pekanheran Health Center
Stunting remains a public health issue in Indonesia, with an estimated 27.7% of children under five years old experiencing stunting. The role of parents and family is very important in meeting the needs of children and providing them with good growth and development, so that children can live well. A positive family coping approach is very important. Without effective family coping mechanisms, the family's functions cannot be adequately achieved. Desa Air Jernih is a Stunting Locus Village in 2024. The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between family coping mechanisms and the incidence of stunting in toddlers, using a total population technique involving 89 families with toddlers and employing three types of questionnaires: a respondent characteristic questionnaire, a toddler height measurement, and a parental coping mechanism questionnaire using the F-COPES instrument. Based on statistical testing using the chi-square method, a p-value of 0.282 was obtained, indicating that there is no relationship between family coping mechanisms and the incidence of stunting.
Antibacterial Properties of Turmeric Oil Nanoemulsion
Turmeric oil is an essential oil extracted from Curcuma domestica rhizome, containing active compounds like turmerone, atlantone, and zingiberone, with various pharmacological activities. This study aimed to evaluate the antibacterial activity of turmeric oil nanoemulsion formulations (F1, F2, F3) against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. The nanoemulsions were characterized for organoleptic properties, pH, viscosity, stability, homogeneity, droplet size, and zeta potential. All formulas appeared as thick, yellow, aromatic liquids with good homogeneity, pH of 6.8–7.0, and showed no separation upon centrifugation. Droplet sizes were 23.2 nm (F1), 203.8 nm (F2), and 298.7 nm (F3), with zeta potentials of –18.5 mV, –13.4 mV, and –8.5 mV, respectively. Antibacterial tests using the diffusion method showed moderate activity with inhibition zones ranging from 5.0–9.8 mm. These findings indicate that turmeric oil nanoemulsions are physically stable and exhibit moderate antibacterial activity.
An Analysis of Filling Completeness and Return Punctuality of Inpatient Medical Record Document at Hospital
The completeness of the form, accuracy, accuracy of the records, and timeliness of returns are indicators of quality medical records and have not yet been achieved. This research aims to obtain information about the completeness of filling in and the timeliness of returning inpatient medical records at Bina Kasih Hospital Pekanbaru. This type of research is qualitative, with a case study approach, with thematic analysis by conducting interviews with 6 informants, conducting observations, and reviewing documents. It was found that the results of the input mechanism were that the high workload caused the open assessment of medical records to not be carried out properly, the skills of the staff were in line with the job description, the forms still used paper on patient status, this affected the incompleteness of filling in medical records, the filling method was carried out after an action had been taken on the patient. weak control and no sanctions for those who are not disciplined, in the aspect of the process of filling out the equipment in stages, the level of indiscipline is high. The output has not produced the expected results with a value of 60%, this result is below the hospital's minimum standard value of 80%.
The Relationship between Knowledge of Oral Health Maintenance with the Incidence of Gingivitis in Traders
Gingivitis is a periodontal disease involving the gingival tissue, caused by bacterial invasion. The emergence of gingivitis problems in society can be caused by individual behavioral factors that neglect oral hygiene due to lack of individual knowledge about the importance of oral health maintenance. This study aims to see the relationship between knowledge of oral health maintenance and the incidence of gingivitis in traders at Tanjungsari Square, Tanjungsari Village, Sumedang Regency. This analytic study with a cross sectional design took samples with purposive sampling technique as many as 31 respondents. Data were collected through questionnaires and modified gingival index (MGI) examination. The results showed that as many as 13 (41.9%) respondents still had a level of knowledge in the lack category and as many as 12 (38.7%) respondents still had gingivitis with moderate inflammation. The Spearman test obtained a p-value of 0.037 <0.05 with r count -0.377, which means that there is a relationship between knowledge of oral health maintenance with the incidence of gingivitis in traders. The lower the knowledge of oral health maintenance, the higher the incidence of gingivitis in traders.
Operational Efficiency and Accuracy in Forecasting Drug Demand: The Application of Technology in Stock Management
Despite the critical role of medicine stock management in ensuring drug availability in health facilities, existing practices often suffer from inefficiencies and inaccuracies, particularly in predicting drug demand. This study addresses these gaps by integrating information technology (IT) into medicine stock management, examining its impact on operational efficiency and predictive accuracy. Employing a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from surveys, interviews, and case studies across various healthcare facilities and analyzed using the MERISE methodology. Findings reveal that IT implementation significantly enhances efficiency, reduces human errors, and improves decision-making speed. Furthermore, capacity building for stock management staff is crucial in sustaining performance improvements. The study underscores the necessity of robust policies and cross-sector coordination to optimize stock management. Its contribution lies in offering a practical framework for IT-driven stock management, with broader implications for global healthcare efficiency, ensuring accurate medicine availability, and improving service quality in diverse health settings.
The Effect of Dagusibu (Get, Save, Use and Dispose of Medicine) Education in Increasing The Knowledge of Cadres Empowering Family Welfare (PKK) in Pematang Ibul Village, Rokan Hilir District
Dagsibu (Get, Use, Store and Dispose of Medicines) is an educational program about health to create the Drug Aware Family Movement (GKSO). The aim of this research is to determine the effect of Dagusibu medicine education using leaflet media in increasing the knowledge of cadres Empowering Family Welfare (PKK) in Pematang Ibul Village, Rokan Hilir Regency. This research used a quasi experimental design method by dividing it into 2 groups, namely control and treatment. Sampling used saturated sampling techniques and statistical analysis of the Independent T-Test. Based on the results of research, providing Dagsibu medicine education without using leaflets can increase the knowledge of PKK mothers on post test scores with good knowledge of 42.1%, sufficient 36.8%, and poor 21.1%. Providing Dagusibu medicine education using leaflet media can increase the knowledge of PKK mothers on post test scores with good knowledge of 78.9%, sufficient 15.8%, and poor 5.3%. the results of the T-Independent test obtained a Sig value. 0.026 < 0.05, which means that Dagusibu medicine education using leaflet media can increase knowledge.
Bilingual Android App for Early Nutrition Education
This study investigates the implementation and effectiveness of NutriPlay, an Android-based application designed to enhance understanding of balanced nutrition among early childhood students in Pekanbaru, Indonesia. NutriPlay features interactive, visually engaging, and bilingual content aimed at enriching children’s vocabulary while promoting nutrition education. The study involved 30 students from PAUD Lily Jaya and PAUD Al-Fatah, with data collected on usage duration, interest level, ease of use, and improvement in nutrition understanding. The results indicate that 70% of the students used NutriPlay for less than 5 minutes per session, while 30% used it for 5-10 minutes per session, and none of the students used it for more than 10 minutes. Despite the short usage periods, 85% of the students reported increased interest in the application, and 90% showed significant improvement in their understanding of nutrition concepts. These findings suggest that NutriPlay is effective in delivering educational content within short usage periods, sustaining children’s interest through repeated use, and significantly improving their understanding of nutrition concepts.
Breastfeeding Mothers' Knowledge About Breast Care In Increasing Breast Milk Production
WHO data in 2018 The rate of exclusive breastfeeding according to international figures is 50%. Indonesia's health data in 2021, the rate of exclusive breastfeeding in 2021 is 56.9%. Based on an initial survey conducted from 4 breastfeeding mothers, 3 breastfeeding mothers who do not understand about breast care to increase milk production. The purpose of this study was to describe the knowledge of breastfeeding mothers about breast care in increasing breast milk production at PMB Rosita Pekanbaru City in 2022. This study used a quantitative type with a descriptive design. The population in this study amounted to 44 people. The number of samples in this study amounted to 44 people who were taken by total sampling technique. The results of this study found that the majority of breastfeeding mothers' knowledge about breast care in increasing breast milk production was sufficient for 20 respondents (45.5%). Breastfeeding mothers are expected to seek more information about breast care to increase milk production from health workers, journals, and print media and increase good knowledge about breast care. Keywords : Knowledge, Breast Care, Breast Milk Production
Characteristic Associated with Perineal Rupture in Multiparous Delivery Mother
In 2017, 566 mothers in Indonesia experienced perineal rupture, while in Lampung in 2022, there were 24 cases of bleeding triggered by perineal rupture. This study aims to identify characteristics associated with perineal rupture in multiparous mothers at PMB Midwife Ketut Dani, SST, in 2023. The research design was cross-sectional with a sample of 45 multiparous mothers, where 30 experienced perineal rupture and 15 did not. Simple random sampling was used, and data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate methods with the chi-square test. Results showed 66.7% of multiparous mothers experienced perineal rupture, while 33.3% did not. Significant factors associated with perineal rupture were maternal age (p-value 0.015) and birth spacing (p-value 0.019). However, infant birth weight (p-value 0.800) had no significant relationship with perineal rupture. This study emphasizes the importance of maternal age and birth spacing in the prevention of perineal rupture and encourages the practice of perineal massage and Kegel exercises for multiparous pregnant women.
Self Medication Drugs During The Covid-19 Pandemic At Pharmacy
Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-Cov2) with a high mortality rate. Self-medication is the behavior of taking self-medication based on a diagnosis of the symptoms of illness that occurs. This study aims to determine the profile of the use of self-medication drugs that are often used to treat symptoms similar to COVID-19 during the COVID-19 pandemic at the Pekanbaru City Pharmacy, Riau Province in the period of July 2021. The type of research is observational with a descriptive design and concurrent data collection. The population is the respondent who self-medicates in a pharmacy in Pekanbaru. The sample is 100 respondents who have met the inclusion criteria with a purposive sampling technique. The results showed that the most used drugs were for fever symptoms (27.8%), the most pharmacological class of drugs purchased by patients were antipyretics-analgesics (32.5%), the most used dosage forms were tablets (58, 7%). During the self-medication process, patients most often received information from health workers (35.4%). Based on gender, the most patients who self-medicated were women (56%), the age of the most patients was around 17-25 years (46%), while from the last education level the most patients were high school/equivalent (44%) with the type of work as private employees (48%). Drugs that are often purchased during the Covid-19 pandemic are analgesics-antipyretic.
Feeding Practices and Nutritional Status of The Toddler
Complementary feeding practices that are not optimal are one of the causing factors of stunting. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between complementary feeding practice and stunting among children in Kampar Districts. Complementary feeding practices include early age of giving complementary feeding, texture, frequency, portion, hygiene, and responsive feeding. Kampar is a high contributor to fish resources but has also been a locus for stunting for several years. The cross-sectional study with a population of all children aged 6-23 months. The proportionate stratified random sampling technique was used with a total sample is 100 children. Body length was measured using a length board, feeding practices were obtained through observation using a checklist sheet, and nutritional intake through food recall for 1x24 hours. Data analysis was univariate and bivariate using the chi-square test. There are 17% stunted and 83% non-stunted. As many as 29% received early complementary feeding, 70% texture was inappropriate, 66% frequency was inappropriate, 69% portion was inappropriate, 83% menu did not vary, 95% was not hygienic, 38% was unresponsive and inadequate intake. There was a significant relationship between responsive feeding and nutritional status (p<0.05)
Relationship between Nutrition Knowledge, Breakfast Habits, Snack Practices with Students' Nutrition Status
Good nutritional status is obtained from fulfilling the need adequate food intake. Children's nutritional needs can be met with 3 main meals a day and healthy snacks. But the fact is that there are still many children who leave the breakfast habit. School children cannot be separated from snacks. One of the factors that influence the selection of snacks and breakfast is nutritional knowledge. Children who have good breakfast and snack habits can fulfill their nutritional needs so that there is no deficiency or excess of nutritional status. The purpose of this study was to determine the description of nutritional knowledge, breakfast practices and snacks for students at SDN 11 Bathin Solapan, Bathin Solapan District. The sample of this research were grade IV and V students totalling 55 people with proportional random sampling. This study uses primary data by interview method. The results obtained were 69.1% of respondents nutritional knowledge in the moderate category, 36.4% never had breakfast in a week, 80% of respondents snacked 3 times a day, and 70.9% of respondents had good nutritional status.
Effectiveness Test of Gel Preparations from Ethanol Extract of Gotu Kola Leaves (Centella asiatica L.) for Wound Healing in Mice (Mus musculus)
Pegagan leaves (Centella asiatica L.) are reported to have potential as an anti-oxidant, anti-microbial agent, collagen synthesizing agent, and wound healing agent. Pegagan has components namely triterpenoids and essential oils. Triterpenoids can help wound healing, increase anti-oxidant levels, and increase blood supply to the wound area. The purpose of this study was to determine the difference in the level of wound healing between mice given a gel preparation from ethanol extract of gotu kola leaves, untreated mice and with povidone iodine. Assessment of wound healing was done by macroscopic observation by comparing wound healing between negative control, positive control, 5% formula, 10% for-mula, and 15% formula. The sig value on day 3 was 0.082, day 5 was 0.052, day 7 was 0.240 showing p>0.05 so it can be concluded that there was no significant difference in each group on days 3, 5 and 7. Whereas on day 11 the sig value was 0.011 and day 14 the sig value was 0.006 in the ANOVA test showing p<0.05 so it can be concluded that on days 11 and 14 each group had significant differences.