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description: Interest: Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan (E-ISSN : 2579-6135; P-ISSN : 2252-5432), with Digital Object Identifier (DOI) prefix 10.37341 known as Interest, is a journal published by Health Polytechnic of Surakarta Ministry twice a year in May and November. Interest has decided to change the Indonesian language to accept with English starting from May 2021. This journal provides a forum for exchanging ideas about theory, methodology and fundamental issues related to the world of health which include nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, acupuncture, herbal medicine (herbal), occupational therapy, prosthetic orthotics, speech therapy, public health, medicine, and health education. The submission process is open throughout the year. All texts submitted will be through multiple peer reviews and editorial reviews before being accepted for publication. In 2012, the magazine published online with the name of Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Interest, starting with Vol.1 No.1 with the printed version of ISSN 2252-5432 and the online version from 2579-6135 in accordance with LIPI policy. Starting in June 2019, Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Interest uses an Open Journal System that requires all authors to register before they are allowed to upload the manuscript they write online. After that, editors, peer reviewers, and writers can monitor the processing of the manuscript. Publisher of Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan is Poltekkes Kemenkes Surakarta incorporate with the organization of profesions : Perhimpunan Akupuntur Terapis Indonesia (HAKTI). ACCREDITATION: RE-ACCREDITATION RESULT Based on Excerpts and Decrees of the Minister of Research and Technology / Head of the National Research and Innovation Agency, Interest: Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan has accredited SINTA 3 (3rd Grade Journal). The Accreditation is valid until 2029. EDITORIAL: ENGLISH LANGUAGE Since Vol. 6 No. 1 March 2021, Interest: Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan only receives full-text manuscript in ENGLISH. Thank you. CALL PAPER Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan: Interest invit…
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items: Comparison of ESI and START Triage in Emergency Patient Prioritization: A Literature Review
items: Exercise Therapy versus Kinesio Taping for Non-Specific Low Back Pain
items: Snakes and Ladders Education on Disaster Preparedness Knowledge Mount Merapi to Elementary School Students
items: Eczema and Food Allergies in Children: A Systematic Review of Developmental Outcomes
items: Diastasis Recti Abdominis Is Associated with Non-Specific Lower Back Pain in Postpartum Women
items: Hypertension and Lifestyle Related Risk Factors
items: Visual Risk Factors of Asthenopia in Karawo Craftsmen: A Cross-Sectional Study
items: Determinants of Stress Among Health Students: Academic Pressure, Internal Conditions, and Learning Support
items: Exploring the Impact of Exclusive Breastfeeding and Complementary Feeding on Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing
items: Appropriate Complementary Feeding and Parenting Practices to Prevent Stunting in Children
items: Association Between Stress Levels, BMI, and Menstrual Cycle Regularity Among Female University Students
items: Identification of Innovation Needs for Fetal Well-Being Monitoring: A Phenomenological Research
items: Early Detection of Mental Health in Hypertensive Elderly: Analyzing Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Levels
items: Compliance with National Speech Therapy Standards: A Comparative Assessment of Two Government Hospitals in Central Java
items: A Path Analysis of Environmental and Social Factors Affecting Feeding and Swallowing Abilities in Preschool Children
items: Assessment of “Proning” Nursing Intervention to Increase ROX Index in COVID-19 Patients: A Literature Review
items: Brain Gym PACE (Positive, Active, Clear, Energetic) as a Cognitive Intervention to Improve Concentration in Elementary School Children
items: Relationship Between Satisfaction and Waiting Time in Primary Health Care Malang
items: Development of a Toddler Anemia Classification Tool Based on Palm Pallor
items: Taizé Meditation as an Intervention to Reduce Anxiety in First-Year Nursing Students
items: The Relationship Between Computer Vision Syndrome and Sleep Quality of Undergraduate Nursing Students
items: The Relationship between Therapeutic Communication and Patient Satisfaction with Nursing Care
items: The Effect of Combined Benson Relaxation and Warm Compress Therapy on Reducing Dysmenorrhea Pain Among Adolescents
items: Procrastination and Parental Support as Determinants of Academic Stress in Nursing Students
items: Parental Stress in Supporting Online Learning of Elementary School Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study
items: Correlation Between Parental Verbal Violence and Adolescents’ Self-Confidence in Junior High School Students
items: How Knowledge Shapes Public Perception of the Covid-19 Vaccine
items: Effectiveness of Early Breastfeeding Initiation (IMD) as an Effort to Preventive Hypothermia in Neonatal: A Literature Study
items: Sleep Quality and Stress Levels Among Second-Year Nursing Students
items: Association Between Covid-19 Knowledge and Anxiety Among Late-Term Pregnant Women

Comparison of ESI and START Triage in Emergency Patient Prioritization: A Literature Review
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description: Background: Emergency departments require effective triage systems to prioritize patients based on clinical urgency and resource needs. The Emergency Severity Index (ESI) and Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment (START) are widely used methods with distinct approaches and applications; however, comprehensive comparisons between them remain limited. This study aimed to analyze and compare the effectiveness of ESI and START in prioritizing emergency patients. Methods: This study employed a systematic literature review of articles published between 2020 and 2026. Data were obtained from Google Scholar and ScienceDirect using keywords related to ESI, START, and emergency triage. Articles were selected based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria, focusing on relevance, study design, and population. A total of 10 articles met the criteria and were included in the analysis. Data were analyzed using critical appraisal to synthesize findings. Results: START demonstrated significantly faster triage time (11 seconds) than ESI (18 seconds) (p < 0.001). ESI showed higher accuracy and predictive validity for clinical outcomes, including mortality, ICU admission, and resource utilization. Patients categorized as ESI level 1 had higher mortality (17%), with predictive performance (sensitivity 82.1% and negative predictive value 99.9%). In contrast, START showed acceptable sensitivity but carried risks of over-triage and under-triage. Some studies found no significant relationship between ESI and response time (p > 0.05). Conclusion: ESI provides more accurate patient classification in routine emergency settings, whereas START enables faster decision-making and is suited for mass casualty incidents. The selection of triage systems should consider clinical context and resource availability.
subject: Articles
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subject: Emergency Severity Index (ESI)
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subject: patient priority
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subject: Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment (START)
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subject: triage
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creator: Bayu Akbar
creator: Maria Wisnu Kanita
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2026-04-30
publication date: 2026-04-30
starting page: 84
ending page: 100
doi: 10.37341/interest.v15i1.786

Exercise Therapy versus Kinesio Taping for Non-Specific Low Back Pain
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description: Background Non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) accounts for the majority of the global disease burden and stands as the leading cause of years lived with disability, necessitating urgent yet optimized rehabilitation strategies. Given the clinical controversy and varying evidence regarding whether active exercise therapy or passive Kinesio Taping provides superior outcomes, a direct comparative synthesis is highly critical. This research aims to systematically discover, summarize, and compare the distinct impacts of structured exercise therapy and KT on pain mitigation and functional recovery in adult NSLBP populations. Methods: Adhering to PRISMA reporting protocols, randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published between 2016 and 2025were systematically retrieved from PubMed and Scopus databases, initially yielding 124 total citations before screening. The selection was anchored on the PICO framework: Individuals diagnosed with NSLBP; structured exercise protocols; Kinesio Taping implementation; and validated pain scale and functional disability indexes. Results: After rigorous screening and exclusion of irrelevant or low-quality papers based on the predefined criteria, a final synthesis of five randomized controlled trials (mean PEDro score 7.2/10) was analyzed. The narrative synthesis demonstrates that exercise therapy and Kinesio Taping serve complementary roles in rehabilitation. Exercise therapy is identified as the gold standard for long-term functional improvement and recurrence prevention. Meanwhile, Kinesio Taping provides significant immediate pain relief and proprioceptive stimulation, which effectively facilitates earlier participation in active exercise programs, particularly during the acute phase. Conclusion: Exercise Therapy and Kinesio Taping are not antagonistic but complementary. Exercise therapy is the gold standard for long-term rehabilitation and prevention of recurrence. Kinesio taping may provide immediate pain relief and proprioceptive stimula…
subject: Articles
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subject: exercise therapy
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subject: disability
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subject: kinesio taping
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subject: low back pain
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subject: pain
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creator: Abdul Rahim
creator: Andrew Wijaya Saputra
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2026-08-13
publication date: 2026-08-13
starting page: 112
ending page: 126
doi: 10.37341/interest.v15i2.785

Snakes and Ladders Education on Disaster Preparedness Knowledge Mount Merapi to Elementary School Students
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description: ABSTRACT Background: Indonesia is highly vulnerable to natural disasters due to its location along major tectonic plates and the Pacific Ring of Fire, with Mount Merapi posing significant risks to communities in Disaster-Prone Area (KRB) III. Elementary school students in this area are particularly vulnerable because they often lack adequate disaster preparedness knowledge, highlighting the urgent need for early and age-appropriate disaster education. This study aimed to examine the effect of snakes and ladders game-based education on improving disaster preparedness knowledge among elementary school students. Methods: This study employed a quantitative pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach. A total of 85 fourth- and fifth-grade students were recruited using total sampling. Disaster preparedness knowledge was measured using a questionnaire, and data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon test Results: An improvement in students' preparedness knowledge was observed after the intervention. The Wilcoxon test showed a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant effect of the snakes and ladders educational game on students' disaster preparedness knowledge. (p<0.001). Conclusion: Health education using a snakes and ladders game is effective in improving disaster preparedness knowledge related to Mount Merapi eruptions among elementary school students. Health education using a snakes and ladders game is effective in improving disaster preparedness knowledge related to Mount Merapi eruptions among elementary school students. This finding implies that game-based learning can be integrated into school-based disaster education programs as an engaging and effective strategy to enhance early preparedness among children in high-risk areas.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: eruption
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subject: preparedness
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subject: self-efficacy
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subject: students
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creator: Adhelia Cantika Tama
creator: Siwi Ikaristi Maria Theresia
creator: Herlin Lidya
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date: 2026-08-07
publication date: 2026-08-07
doi: 10.37341/interest.v15i2.782

Eczema and Food Allergies in Children: A Systematic Review of Developmental Outcomes
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description: Background: Pediatric eczema (atopic dermatitis; AD) and food allergies (FA) are rising globally and share immune pathways that extend harm beyond the skin to growth, cognition, and social development—yet no synthesis has examined all three developmental domains exclusively using primary empirical evidence. This systematic review aimed to determine whether children with AD and/or FA exhibit: (1) impaired physical growth; (2) adverse cognitive and neurodevelopmental outcomes; and (3) elevated rates of behavioral and social difficulties compared to unaffected peers. Methods: A systematic search of MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, and grey literature repositories identified 210 records after deduplication. Following title/abstract screening and full-text review of 98 articles, 35 primary empirical studies—spanning diverse designs—met inclusion criteria. Systematic and narrative reviews were excluded. Results: Twenty-two of 35 studies reported impaired physical growth, including lower height, weight, BMI, and head circumference z-scores, with 18 reaching statistical significance. Deficits were most pronounced in children with severe or persistent disease and multiple allergen restrictions. Cognitive and neurodevelopmental impacts were identified in 13 studies, with effects varying by developmental domain and disease severity. Behavioral and social difficulties appeared in 10 studies, predominantly linked to severe disease and sleep disruption. Conclusion: Eczema and food allergies impair child development through interconnected immune, nutritional, and psychosocial pathways. Multidisciplinary care and early intervention are essential; clinicians should routinely refer affected children to pediatric dietitians. Future research should prioritize large longitudinal studies incorporating standardized neurodevelopmental assessments and biomarkers.
subject: Articles
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subject: atopic dermatitis
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subject: food allergy
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subject: neurodevelopment
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subject: pediatric growth
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subject: social-emotional development
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creator: Noor Adha Aprilea
creator: Norlaila Sofia
creator: Rusmilawaty Rusmilawaty
creator: Vonny Khresna Dewi
creator: Lulu Salaya
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2026-04-23
publication date: 2026-04-23
starting page: 63
ending page: 83
doi: 10.37341/interest.v15i1.781

Diastasis Recti Abdominis Is Associated with Non-Specific Lower Back Pain in Postpartum Women
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description: Background: During pregnancy and childbirth there is stretching of the linea alba which results in diastasis recti abdominis (DRA), a condition where the abdominal muscles separate. Postpartum women with DRA often experience non-specific low back pain. This study aims to examine the association between DRA severity and non-specific low back pain in postpartum women. Methods: This study employed a quantitative approach with an analytical cross-sectional study research design. A total of 30 postpartum women at the were selected as samples using a purposive sampling technique. The degree of DRA was measured using a digital caliper, while non-specific low back pain was assessed using a visual analog scale (VAS). Data were analyzed using Pearson Correlation. Results: A significant positive correlation was found between DRA severity and low back pain intensity (r = 0.519; p = 0.003), indicating that higher DRA severity is associated with greater pain intensity. Conclusion: DRA severity is moderately associated with non-specific low back pain in postpartum women. These findings emphasize the importance of assessing abdominal muscle integrity in postpartum care.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: diastasis recti abdominis
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subject: non-specific lower back pain
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subject: linea alba
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subject: postpartum
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creator: Medlin Kurniawati Kambe
creator: Luh Putu Ayu Vitalistyawati
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2026-04-23
publication date: 2026-04-23
starting page: 55
ending page: 62
doi: 10.37341/interest.v15i1.780

Hypertension and Lifestyle Related Risk Factors
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description: Background: Hypertension is a leading cause of stroke, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease, contributing to substantial morbidity, mortality, and economic burden on healthcare systems globally. This study aims to identify risk factors associated with the prevalence of hypertension among a rural community in Central Java. Methods: The study employed a cross-sectional design involving 100 respondents selected via purposive sampling. Data collection took place between July and August 2025, utilising blood pressure measurements and the completion of a questionnaire on respondent characteristics. Bivariate analysis was performed using the chi-square test, whilst multivariate analysis employed multiple logistic regression. Results: The proportion of respondents with hypertension reached 57%. Bivariate analysis demonstrated significant associations between hypertension and age (p = 0.012), BMI/obesity (p = 0.003), physical activity (p = 0.015), high-salt diet (p = 0.001), and stress level (p = 0.045), whilst smoking was not significant (p = 0.084). Multivariate analysis identified high-salt diet as the most dominant risk factor (AOR = 4.72; 95% CI: 2.11–10.56), followed by obesity (AOR = 3.80; 95% CI: 1.74–8.26) and low physical activity (AOR = 2.65; 95% CI: 1.21–5.81). Conclusion: Hypertension incidence is influenced by a combination of lifestyle and physiological factors. Integrated promotive and preventive strategies targeting salt reduction, weight management, physical activity, and stress management are required within primary healthcare services.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: hypertension
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subject: obesity
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subject: physical activity
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subject: risk factors
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subject: salt intake
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creator: Dwi Kurniawati
creator: Afrianti Wahyu
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2026-04-22
publication date: 2026-04-22
starting page: 44
ending page: 54
doi: 10.37341/interest.v15i1.776

Visual Risk Factors of Asthenopia in Karawo Craftsmen: A Cross-Sectional Study
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description: Background: Work-related visual strain remains a significant occupational health problem, particularly among workers performing visually demanding tasks. Karawo craftsmen are at increased risk due to prolonged visual focus, suboptimal lighting, and close viewing distances, yet evidence on key contributing factors in this group remains limited. This study aims to analyze the relationship between several visual risk factors, including age, eye-to-object distance, length of service, working hours, lighting, work posture, and medical history, and asthenopia complaints among karawo craftsmen. Methods: The results showed significant associations between age (p = 0.001), eye-to-object distance (p = 0.007), lighting (p = 0.002), and medical history (p = 0.001) and asthenopia among karawo craftsmen. Meanwhile, length of service (p = 0.072), working hours (p = 1.000), and work posture (p = 1.000) were not associated with asthenopia. Results: The results showed significant associations between age (p = 0.001), eye-to-object distance (p = 0.007), lighting (p = 0.002), and medical history (p = 0.001) and asthenopia among karawo craftsmen. Meanwhile, length of service (p = 0.072), working hours (p = 1.000), and work posture (p = 1.000) were not associated with asthenopia. Conclusion: The study found that age, eye-to-object distance, lighting, and medical history were significantly associated with asthenopia complaints among karawo craftsmen. It is recommended that karawo craft entrepreneurs collaborate with local health centers or health services so that elderly craftsmen or those with a history of vision problems can receive regular eye examinations.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: asthenopia
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subject: age
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subject: illumination medical history
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subject: length of service
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creator: Fatmawaty Mallapiang
creator: Amalia Jayanti
creator: Lilis Widiastuty
creator: Nildawati Nildawati
creator: Rezki Ramdani
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2026-04-22
publication date: 2026-04-22
starting page: 33
ending page: 43
doi: 10.37341/interest.v15i1.773

Determinants of Stress Among Health Students: Academic Pressure, Internal Conditions, and Learning Support
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description: Background: Health students tend to have a higher prevalence of stress compared to those in other study programs, which may negatively affect academic achievement and potentially lead to burnout. Stress is one of the most common psychological problems among health students, primarily triggered by academic demands and limited learning support. This study aimed to determine stress levels and analyze their association with academic pressure, negative internal conditions, and learning support. Methods: A descriptive-analytic cross-sectional study was conducted among 367 health science students at one university in Surakarta, Indonesia, selected using accidental sampling. Stress levels were measured using the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21) along with a questionnaire assessing stress-related determinants. Data were analyzed using cross-tabulation and chi-square tests to examine the association between determinant factors and students’ stress levels. Results: Data analysis showed that 51.0% of students experienced mild stress, 43.9% had normal stress levels, and 5.2% experienced severe stress. Academic pressure, negative internal conditions, and limited learning support were significantly associated with stress levels (p < 0.001). Students with high academic pressure and limited learning support were more likely to experience mild to severe stress. Conclusion: Student stress levels are significantly influenced by academic demands, internal psychological factors, and learning support availability. Strengthening academic assistance, psychological support, and learning resources is essential to reduce student stress and improve well-being.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: academic pressure
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subject: learning support
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subject: stres
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creator: Amalia Salma Anindya
creator: Faqih Jibran Syah Falaifi
creator: Titi Nur Hasanah
creator: Ririn Cahya Dewanti
creator: Salsabila Khoirun Nisa
creator: Aan Sofyan
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2026-04-22
publication date: 2026-04-22
starting page: 22
ending page: 32
doi: 10.37341/interest.v15i1.757

Exploring the Impact of Exclusive Breastfeeding and Complementary Feeding on Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing
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description: Background: A child’s eating and swallowing abilities depend on physiological readiness, environmental stimulation, and early feeding experiences. Lack of exclusive breastfeeding or inappropriate complementary feeding can hinder oromotor development, leading to difficulties in chewing, swallowing, or self-feeding during the preschool years. This study examines the relationship between exclusive breastfeeding history, complementary feeding practices, and toddlers’ eating and swallowing abilities. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Surakarta, Central Java, from April to August 2025, involving 50 randomly selected participants. The dependent variables were children’s swallowing and eating abilities, while the independent variables included exclusive breastfeeding history and complementary feeding practices. Data were gathered using a structured questionnaire and analyzed through path analysis using Stata version 13. Results: Optimal eating ability was significantly influenced by a history of exclusive breastfeeding (b = 2.05; p = 0.048), appropriate complementary feeding (b = 2.50; p = 0.022), and adequate swallowing ability (b = 2.36; p = 0.030). Exclusive breastfeeding and proper complementary feeding also indirectly improved eating ability through their positive effects on swallowing ability. Conclusion: This study highlights the need for maternal education on exclusive breastfeeding and appropriate complementary feeding to promote optimal eating and swallowing development in toddlers, thereby minimizing the risk of related disorders and their potential impact on nutrition and growth.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: complementary feeding
  topic: keywords
subject: exclusive breastfeeding
  topic: keywords
subject: feeding skill
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subject: swallowing skill
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creator: Anggi Resina Putri
creator: Nadya Susanti
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-12-16
publication date: 2025-12-16
starting page: 184
ending page: 196
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i2.760

Appropriate Complementary Feeding and Parenting Practices to Prevent Stunting in Children
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description: Background: Stunting is a major public health problem caused by chronic malnutrition and recurrent infections, especially during the First 1000 Days of Life. Banjar Regency recorded the highest stunting prevalence in South Kalimantan, reaching 44.4% in 2022. Parenting practices such as early initiation of breastfeeding (IMD), exclusive breastfeeding, appropriate complementary feeding (MP-ASI), vitamin A supplementation, and handwashing with soap (CTPS) play an essential role in stunting prevention. This study aimed to analyze the association between parenting practices and stunting incidence in Banjar Regency. Methods: An observational study with a cross-sectional design was conducted among mothers with children aged 12–24 months. Samples were selected using multistage random sampling. Data were collected through anthropometric measurements and structured questionnaires assessing parenting practices. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test with a significance level of p<0.05 and odds ratio (OR) estimation. Results: Most mothers practiced IMD (90%), provided MP-ASI (80%), and administered vitamin A supplementation (80%), but more than half did not exclusively breastfeed (43.3%). The prevalence of stunting was 40%. Statistical analysis showed a significant association between MP-ASI practices and stunting incidence (p-value = 0.026; OR = 0.082). However, IMD, exclusive breastfeeding, vitamin A supplementation, and CTPS were not significantly associated with stunting. Conclusion: Complementary feeding practices have a strong protective effect against stunting. Therefore, strengthening maternal knowledge and community-based education on optimal complementary feeding practices should be prioritized in stunting prevention strategies.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: complementary feeding
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subject: exclusive breastfeeding
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subject: parenting practices
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subject: stunting
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subject: vitamin A
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creator: Norlaila Sofia
creator: Nur Rohmah Prihatanti
creator: Noor Adha Aprilea
creator: Asy-syifa Nashriyah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-12-23
publication date: 2025-12-23
starting page: 130
ending page: 143
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i2.751

Association Between Stress Levels, BMI, and Menstrual Cycle Regularity Among Female University Students
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description: Background: The menstrual cycle functions through a coordinated balance of reproductive hormones. An imbalance in these reproductive hormones can disrupt the menstrual cycle. Aspects that can impact the menstrual cycle include stress and BMI. This study aimed to assess the association between stress levels and BMI on the menstrual cycle among female university students Methods: This research used a cross-sectional study conducted at Dhyana Pura University from April 2025 to May 2025. A total of 40 respondents participated in this study with purposive sampling. Data collection of stress level using the PSS-10 questionnaire, BMI using Staturemeter and digital scales, and menstrual cycle with tracking application (FLO). Pearson correlation test for stress and menstrual cycle variables, Spearman’s Rho for BMI and menstrual cycle variables, and multiple linear regression test. A Significance level of p<0.05 was used. Results: The association between stress levels and menstrual cycle showed a p-value of 0.13 (p < 0.05). The relationship between BMI and menstrual cycle showed a p-value of 0.411 (p>0.05). The relationship between stress level and BMI on menstrual cycle showed a p-value of 0.44 (p < 0.05) with an R-squared value of 0.395. This indicates a weak-to-moderate correlation between stress level and BMI on the menstrual cycle. Conclusion: This demonstrates a relationship between stress level and BMI on the menstrual cycle, with a weak-to-moderate strength. Based on these findings, students are encouraged to manage their stress levels and maintain a healthy BMI to support regular menstrual cycles.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: BMI
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subject: college student
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subject: menstrual cycle
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subject: stress level
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creator: I Gusti Ayu Komang Esti Purnami Hambarsika
creator: Luh Putu Ayu Vitalistyawati
creator: Ni Made Rininta Adi Putri
creator: Ni Luh Made Reny Wahyu Sari
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-12-23
publication date: 2025-12-23
starting page: 144
ending page: 152
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i2.740

Identification of Innovation Needs for Fetal Well-Being Monitoring: A Phenomenological Research
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description: Background: Counting fetal movements is a vital assessment to determine the well-being of the fetus that can be carried out independently by pregnant women. Pregnant women need to be provided with tools that are easy, practical, safe and economical so they can get accurate results. Objective: To develop a fetal movement counting tool that can be used independently by pregnant women. Methods: Qualitative phenomenological research, carried out 1 June-31 Juli 2024. Research using a focus group discussion approach on 8 participants, pregnant women's health workers at Bantul Regional Health Centers, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Sample criteria: willing to be a participant, actively serving in the maternal health unit, working at a Community Health Center with the highest Infant Mortality Rate. The sample was selected using purposive sampling, analysis techniques using compression, presentation and drawing conclusions NVivo 12 Pro International software. Results: A total of 246 codes were generated, 7 categories, 4 themes, namely: (1) previous behavioral experience; (2) perception of the benefits of calculating fetal movements; (3) experience of techniques for calculating fetal movements; and (4) expectations of the tools needed. There was main topic is need for monitoring fetal movementsaya Conclusion: The themes obtained are the basis for formulating a design to develop a fetal movement monitoring tool that can be carried out independently by pregnant women. The themes obtained imply that health workers need to encourage the use of simple and easy-to-operate foetal movement monitors that can be used independently to improve pregnancy monitoring based on maternal empowerment.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: fetal movement count
  topic: keywords
subject: fetal well-being
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subject: pregnant women
  topic: keywords
creator: Yuni Purwati
creator: Evi Wahyuntari
creator: Arsyad Cahya Subrata
creator: Diah Nur Anisa
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-12-24
publication date: 2025-12-24
starting page: 153
ending page: 165
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i2.618

Early Detection of Mental Health in Hypertensive Elderly: Analyzing Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Levels
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description: Background: Elderly with hypertension are highly susceptible to psychological disorders, such as depression and anxiety, due to complex physiological and psychosocial changes. However, comprehensive studies examining the interplay of stress, anxiety, and depression within this population remain limited. The purpose of this study is to analyze mental health problems: Depression, Anxiety, Stress in the elderly with hypertension in the Mojosongo Region of Surakarta. Methods: This research method utilised a descriptive analytical survey design with a cross-sectional approach. The sampling technique used purposive sampling with a sample size of 39 elderly people who met the inclusion criteria, namely (1) elderly and (2) having systolic blood pressure ≥140 mmHg. The research instrument used the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21), and data analysis was performed using Pearson's correlation test. Results: Mild depression was dominated by mild hypertension (63.6%), and moderate (76.9%) p=0.571. Mild anxiety was dominated by mild hypertension (54.5%), moderate (76.9%), and severe (75%) p=0.899, mild stress was dominant in mild hypertension (68.2%), moderate (69.2%), and severe (50%) p=0.719. Conclusion: This study found no significant association between the levels of depression, anxiety, or stress and the severity of hypertension. However, given the high prevalence of psychological distress observed in the descriptive findings, healthcare professionals should prioritize mental health screening in elderly patients. Managing these psychological conditions remains crucial for improving overall quality of life, even if it does not directly correlate with blood pressure reduction.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: anxiety
  topic: keywords
subject: depression
  topic: keywords
subject: early detection
  topic: keywords
subject: hypertension stress
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creator: Siti Khadijah
creator: Endang Caturini Sulistiyowati
creator: Dwi Ariani Sulistyowati
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-12-16
publication date: 2025-12-16
starting page: 91
ending page: 100
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i2.767

Compliance with National Speech Therapy Standards: A Comparative Assessment of Two Government Hospitals in Central Java
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description: Background: Standardisation of speech therapy services ensures consistent quality and reduces performance gaps between facilities within the Indonesian healthcare system. However, compliance remains inconsistently implemented across government hospitals, creating variations in service quality and patient outcomes. This study aimed to measure the compliance level of speech therapy services in two government hospitals with Minister of Health Regulation No. 81/2014. Methods: Descriptive quantitative study was conducted at two government hospitals in Central Java. Purposive sampling was used to select five speech therapists as informants. Data were collected through structured checklists aligned with 41 parameters from the regulation. Compliance was scored numerically (1-5 per parameter) and converted into percentages. Total scores were categorized into ratings (A=164-205; B=123-163; C=82-122; D=41-81; E=0-40). Results: Hospital A scored 146/205 (71.21%, Rating B), with deficiencies in screening tools (score: 2/5), documentation validation (2/5), and staff development programs (2/5). Hospital B scored 185/205 (90.24%, Rating A), demonstrating full compliance in interdisciplinary collaboration (5/5) and documentation (5/5). Conclusion: Compliance with national standards varies significantly between hospitals. Standardization of resources and staff training is essential to improve service quality.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: government hospitals
  topic: keywords
subject: health regulation
  topic: keywords
subject: service quality
  topic: keywords
subject: speech therapy
  topic: keywords
creator: Gunawan Gunawan
creator: Laksmy Dewi Sukmakarti
creator: Setyadi Nugroho
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-12-15
publication date: 2025-12-15
starting page: 166
ending page: 183
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i1.768

A Path Analysis of Environmental and Social Factors Affecting Feeding and Swallowing Abilities in Preschool Children
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description: Background: Environmental and social factors influence the feeding and swallowing abilities of preschool children. However, understanding of how these factors interact to form eating and swallowing abilities is still limited. This study assesses the influence of environmental and social factors on children's feeding and swallowing abilities using various environmental and social indicators. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in Surakarta, Central Java (April–August 2025), with 81 purposively selected children. Feeding and swallowing ability was the dependent variable, while family, school, economic, social, and parenting factors served as predictors. Data were collected through interviews, observations, questionnaires, and the Dysphagia Disorder Survey, and analyzed using path analysis in Stata 13. Results: Children’s feeding and swallowing abilities were significantly associated with economic conditions and food availability (b = 2.09; 95% CI: 0.08–2.58; p = 0.037), parental support and social factors (b = 3.16; 95% CI: 0.79–3.41; p = 0.002), as well as feeding practices (b = 3.27; 95% CI: 0.82–3.27; p = 0.001). Indirectly, children’s abilities were also influenced by social factors, parental support, appropriate feeding practices, school and peer environment, and social support. Conclusion: Economic conditions, parental support, and feeding practices have a direct influence on children’s feeding and swallowing abilities. In contrast, social factors, parenting styles, educational environments, and social support exert indirect effects. The main implication for health practices is the need for integrated interventions involving family economic support, parental education, social systems, and learning environments to support the development of feeding and swallowing abilities in preschool children.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: environmental factors
  topic: keywords
subject: feeding
  topic: keywords
subject: path analysis
  topic: keywords
subject: social factors
  topic: keywords
subject: swallowing ability
  topic: keywords
creator: Roy Romey Daulas Mangunsong
creator: Alfiani Vivi Sutanto
creator: Sudarman Sudarman
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-12-16
publication date: 2025-12-16
starting page: 101
ending page: 116
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i2.762

Assessment of “Proning” Nursing Intervention to Increase ROX Index in COVID-19 Patients: A Literature Review
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description: Background: COVID-19 has become a global crisis that has created public health problems. The impact of COVID-19 infection primarily affects the respiratory tract. The most prominent impairments in COVID-19 infection include difficulty breathing and decreased blood oxygen saturation. This review aims to identify available literature related to the effects of proning techniques on improving respiratory rate and oxygenation (ROX) indices, namely SPO2 and PaO2/FiO2 fractions, in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) due to COVID-19. Methods: A literature review design was employed. An online search strategy was conducted using major electronic databases, including Scopus, PubMed, Science Direct, ProQuest, and Google Scholar. This review design used the Preferred Reporting Items for Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) Guidelines. The literature sources reviewed ranged from 2020 to 2025. Ten articles met the criteria and were reviewed. Results: A total of 387 articles met the screening criteria: 159 articles were identified after screening for duplication, 25 articles met the criteria for full-text review and eligibility, and 15 articles were excluded due to study design and irrelevant results. Ten articles met the criteria and were reviewed. Conclusion: Proning is the use of a prone position that can improve the body's oxygenation adequacy index, both ROX with the SpO₂ indicator and the PaO₂/FiO₂ ratio, and these findings highlight the health practice that healthcare professionals play a key role in assessing oxygenation status, safely applying prone positioning, and closely monitoring patient responses to optimize respiratory outcomes.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: COVID-19
  topic: keywords
subject: oxygen saturation
  topic: keywords
subject: proning
  topic: keywords
subject: respiratory distress syndrome
  topic: keywords
creator: Martono Martono
creator: Siti Khadijah
creator: Pradita Ayu Fernanda
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-12-04
publication date: 2025-12-04
starting page: 117
ending page: 129
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i2.758

Brain Gym PACE (Positive, Active, Clear, Energetic) as a Cognitive Intervention to Improve Concentration in Elementary School Children
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description: Background: Concentration is an important aspect in a child's learning process. A child's ability to focus on a task or lesson material optimally will greatly influence the understanding and learning outcomes achieved. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of Brain Gym PACE on the concentration of children in grades V-VI. Methods: The research design was used a pre-experimental method using one group pre-test and post-test design. The population of this study were students of grades V-VI of SD Muhammadiyah 1 Babat with inclusion and exclusion criteria. The sample was selected using stratified random sampling with a sample size of 76 children. The instruments used were the Army Alpha Intelligence Test questionnaire and SOP Brain Gym PACE. The intervention was given for 10 minutes a day, 3 times for 3 days. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Sign Rank Test. Results: Based on the results of the Wilcoxon statistics, a significance value of p = <0.001 (p < 0.05) was obtained, which means that there is an influence of Brain Gym on learning concentration. Conclusion: These findings suggest that Brain Gym PACE has a positive effect on improving children’s learning concentration. Educators are advised to implement Brain Gym PACE activities as part of their daily learning routine to support children’s focus and optimize the learning process. Further research is recommended to explore the wider application of Brain Gym across educational contexts and age groups.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: brain gym pace
  topic: keywords
subject: learning concentration
  topic: keywords
subject: school children
  topic: keywords
creator: Amelia Zaha Berliana
creator: Lilis Maghfuroh
creator: Harnina Samantha Aisyah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-06-26
publication date: 2025-06-26
starting page: 48
ending page: 59
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i1.713

Relationship Between Satisfaction and Waiting Time in Primary Health Care Malang
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description: Background: Patient satisfaction depends on the quality of service, service waiting time, and the efforts made by officers to fulfill patient desires with the services provided. Waiting time that is too long will cause dissatisfaction with the patient. This study aims to analyze the relationship between waiting time and patient satisfaction in the outpatient registration section of the Polowijen Primary Health Care (PHC). Methods: This study used an analytic survey with a cross-sectional approach. The population in this study were patients during August-October 6,214 people. The sample was calculated using the slovin formula of 100 people. The sampling technique uses quota sampling. Data analysis used the Chi-Square test. Results: The waiting time at the PHC registration section was > 10 minutes (not ideal) for 90 respondents (90%) and waiting time ≤ 10 minutes (ideal) for 10 respondents (10%). The level of patient satisfaction was as many as 66 respondents (66%) felt very satisfied and 34 respondents (34%) felt satisfied. There is no relationship between waiting time and patient satisfaction at outpatient registration at the Polowijen PHC (p-value 0.778). Conclusion: As conclusion the waiting time obtained by patients > 10 minutes does not affect patient satisfaction. This happens because the Polowijen Health Center is the only health facility of choice for the patient, so waiting times that are not ideal do not affect patient satisfaction.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: health service
  topic: keywords
subject: patient satisfaction
  topic: keywords
subject: primary health care
  topic: keywords
subject: registration
  topic: keywords
subject: waiting time
  topic: keywords
creator: Hartaty Sarma Sangkot
creator: Amalia Yunan Putri
creator: Achmad Zani Pitoyo
creator: Endang Sri Dewi Hastuti Suryandari
creator: Avid Wijaya
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2026-02-02
publication date: 2026-02-02
starting page: 1
ending page: 12
doi: 10.37341/interest.v15i1.576

Development of a Toddler Anemia Classification Tool Based on Palm Pallor
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description: Background: Nutritional anemia in toddlers remains a significant public health problem in Indonesia, affecting growth, development, and immunity. Palm pallor assessment has been proposed as a simple screening method in settings with limited laboratory access. This study aimed to develop and evaluate a palm pallor-based classification tool compared with hemoglobin measurement using the cyanmethemoglobin method. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 36 toddlers aged 6–57 months at a public health center in Bantul. Data were collected through visual assessment of palm pallor and laboratory hemoglobin measurement. Diagnostic performance was evaluated using sensitivity, specificity, false positive, and false negative rates. Bivariate analysis was performed using Fisher’s Exact Test. Results: The sensitivity value based on the calculation of the results is 68.97%, while the specificity value is 71.43%. False positive values were obtained at 28.57%, while false negative values were at 31.03%. A statistically significant association was found between palm pallor and anemia status (p = 0.001). Conclusion: Palm pallor assessment can be used as a simple and practical screening tool for detecting anemia in toddlers, particularly in low-resource settings. However, due to its moderate diagnostic accuracy, it should be complemented with confirmatory laboratory testing. Further studies are needed to improve its accuracy and validate its use in larger populations.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: anemia screening
  topic: keywords
subject: child anemia
  topic: keywords
subject: pallor of the palms
  topic: keywords
subject: validity of the anemia classification tool
  topic: keywords
creator: Nur Djanah
creator: Yuliantisari Retnaningsih
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2026-04-22
publication date: 2026-04-22
starting page: 13
ending page: 21
doi: 10.37341/interest.v15i1.571

Taizé Meditation as an Intervention to Reduce Anxiety in First-Year Nursing Students
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description: Background: Taizé meditation is a form of meditative worship that fosters inner peace through repetitive chants and musical prayers. This practice is particularly beneficial for individuals experiencing anxiety. Anxiety itself is characterized by distressing and uncomfortable emotions that can disrupt a person's sense of equilibrium, manifesting as tension, restlessness, fear, nervousness, sweating, and related symptoms. The objective of this study is to examine the impact of Taizé meditation on anxiety levels. Methods: This study utilized a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test approach. The population consisted of 99 individuals, and 33 participants were selected through purposive sampling. The instrument used was the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS)-42, specifically the 14-item anxiety subscale. Data were analyzed using the Paired T-Test. Results: The average anxiety score prior to Taizé meditation was 3.73, which decreased to 1.76 after the intervention. Statistical analysis using the Paired T-test revealed a p-value of <0.001 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant difference. Conclusion: These findings suggest that Taizé meditation has a significant effect on reducing anxiety levels. Students are encouraged to practice Taizé meditation independently as a strategy to manage anxiety.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: anxiety level
  topic: keywords
subject: students
  topic: keywords
subject: taize meditation intervention
  topic: keywords
creator: Mestiana Br. Karo
creator: Tince Maria Hati Ndruru
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-06-26
publication date: 2025-06-26
starting page: 27
ending page: 35
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i1.704

The Relationship Between Computer Vision Syndrome and Sleep Quality of Undergraduate Nursing Students
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description: Background: Complex vision problems experienced when using digital devices are called Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). The use of digital devices at night affects the delay of the circadian phase and the suppression of melatonin as a sleep facilitator which causes changes in sleep quality and optimizes cognitive abilities. This study aims to determine the relationship between computer vision syndrome and student sleep quality. Methods: This research uses a correlational design with a cross-sectional approach. Sampling used proportionate stratified random sampling technique with a total of 198 respondents. The incidence of CVS was measured by the Computer Vision Syndrome-Questionnaire (CVS-Q) and sleep quality by the PSQI (Pitssburgh Sleep Quality Index) questionnaire. Bivariate analysis was conducted with CVS as the independent variable and sleep quality as the dependent variable, using the continuity correction test. Results: The research results show that 80.8% of respondents experienced CVS-Positive and 80.8% of respondents experienced poor sleep quality. The statistical test results obtained p-value = <0.001 (< α 0.05) with an OR value of 71.25. Conclusion: Thus, it can be concluded that computer vision syndrome is related to student sleep quality, where positive computer vision syndrome has the potential to cause disruption to student sleep quality 71.25 compared to students who have negative CVS. Nursing students are advised to limit excessive use of digital devices and to adopt healthy habits in screen usage to prevent CVS, which can affect sleep quality.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: computer vision syndrome
  topic: keywords
subject: sleep quality
  topic: keywords
subject: students
  topic: keywords
creator: Lindawati Farida Tampubolon
creator: Lili Suryani Tumanggor
creator: Salvia Elvaretta Harefa
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-06-26
publication date: 2025-06-26
starting page: 36
ending page: 47
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i1.705

The Relationship between Therapeutic Communication and Patient Satisfaction with Nursing Care
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description: Background: Therapeutic communication is an essential approach to establishing mutual trust between nurses and patients while delivering accurate information. It is expected to enhance patients’ understanding of their illness and contribute to positive changes in their condition. Patient satisfaction reflects their evaluation of the healthcare services received, based on a comparison between expectations and actual experiences. This study aims to investigate the connection between therapeutic communication and patient satisfaction with nursing care. Methods: This study employed a descriptive correlational design with a cross-sectional approach. The population consisted of 150 individuals, from which 66 participants were selected using purposive sampling. Data were collected using a therapeutic communication questionnaire and a patient satisfaction questionnaire. Data analysis was conducted using the Spearman Rank test. Results: The results of the study showed that most patients in the Lidwina-Yosep Room perceived the nurses' therapeutic communication as good, and the majority expressed satisfaction with the nursing services received. Statistical analysis yielded a p-value of 0.015 (p < 0.05) and a correlation coefficient (r) of 0.298, indicating a significant and positive correlation between therapeutic communication and patient satisfaction. Conclusion: The study found that nurses’ therapeutic communication in the Lidwina-Yosep Room at Santa Elisabeth Hospital Medan was generally effective, as perceived by most patients. It is recommended that nurses continue to develop and strengthen their therapeutic communication skills to further improve patient satisfaction.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Nursing care
  topic: keywords
subject: satisfaction
  topic: keywords
subject: therapeutic communication
  topic: keywords
creator: Romita L Gaol
creator: Mestiana Br. Mestiana Br. Karo
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-06-12
publication date: 2025-06-12
doi: 10.37341/interest.v14i1.703

The Effect of Combined Benson Relaxation and Warm Compress Therapy on Reducing Dysmenorrhea Pain Among Adolescents
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description: Background: Dysmenorrhoea is pain felt before or during menstruation, characterised by abdominal cramps that can radiate to the back. Nonpharmacological interventions such as Benson relaxation and warm compresses are effective first aid to reduce dysmenorrhoea pain. This study aims to analyse the effect of a combination of Benson relaxation and warm compresses on reducing dysmenorrhoea pain in adolescents. Methods: This study used a quasi-experimental design with a pre-posttest control group design. A total of 60 adolescents were selected through purposive sampling technique and divided into two groups: intervention group (n=30) who received combination therapy of Benson relaxation and warm compress, and control group (n=30) who only received warm compress. Pain levels were measured using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS), and data were analysed using the Wilcoxon test. Results: There was a decrease in pain levels in both groups after the intervention, with a more noticeable decrease in the intervention group (mean difference = 0.8) compared to the control group (mean difference = 0.4). However, the Wilcoxon test results showed a p value = 0.542 which means there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups. Conclusions: Warm compress therapy or a combination of warm compress with Benson relaxation is equally effective in reducing dysmenorrhoea pain in adolescents. Both interventions can be applied as non-pharmacological interventions in the school environment as part of promotive and preventive efforts against dysmenorrhoea pain in adolescents.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Adolescents
  topic: keywords
subject: Benson relaxation
  topic: keywords
subject: dysmenorrhoea pain
  topic: keywords
subject: warm compress
  topic: keywords
creator: Dwi Utami
creator: Tri Sunaryo
creator: Yeni Tutu Rohimah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-04-26
publication date: 2025-04-26
starting page: 203
ending page: 209
doi: 10.37341/interest.v13i2.727

Procrastination and Parental Support as Determinants of Academic Stress in Nursing Students
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description: Background: The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in changes in learning methods from face-to-face to online, which has an impact on increasing the academic stress of nursing students. Academic stress is the pressure experienced in the academic environment and is influenced by internal and external factors. This study aims to identify factors associated with nursing students' academic stress levels during online lectures in the Covid-19 pandemic. Methods: The research approach was quantitative with correlational analytic design and cross-sectional method. The research sample was selected by random sampling, involving 256 respondents. Data were collected using a Likert scale-based questionnaire and analysed with Chi-Square and Kendall's Tau statistical tests. Results: Gender has no relationship to the level of academic stress of nursing students (p = 0.164); while procrastination is related to the level of academic stress with a moderate correlation and positive relationship direction (p = <0.001; r = 0.285). In addition, parental social support also affects the level of academic stress with a moderate correlation and negative relationship direction (p = <0.001; r = 0.329). Conclusion: Factors associated with academic stress levels of nursing students are procrastination and parental social support. It is recommended that educational institutions implement targeted interventions to minimize academic procrastination and strengthen parental support systems as strategic efforts to manage academic stress among nursing students.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: academic stress
  topic: keywords
subject: nursing students
  topic: keywords
subject: parental support
  topic: keywords
subject: procrastination
  topic: keywords
creator: Hanif Furqon Mustofa
creator: Dwi Ariani Sulistyowati
creator: Endang Caturini
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-04-25
publication date: 2025-04-25
starting page: 133
ending page: 139
doi: 10.37341/interest.v12i2.721

Parental Stress in Supporting Online Learning of Elementary School Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study
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description: Background: The implementation of online primary school level learning during the covid 19 pandemic has caused stress levels for parents. This is related to the process of assisting online learning there are obstacles or burdens experienced by parents. The study analysed the relationship between online learning assistance and stress levels of parents of elementary school children in grades 1-4 during the Covid 19 pandemic. Methods: Quantitative research design with a cross-sectional approach. The study was conducted on 52 students using random sampling techniques. Data analysis using Kendall's tau-b test. Results: Statistical tests showed there was a significant relationship between online learning assistance and stress level (p value <0.001). The strength of the relationship is in the strong category (r = 0.653) with predominantly moderate online learning assistance (67.3%) and moderate stress level (63.5%). Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between online learning assistance and stress level. The study underscores the importance of structured support programs to help parents manage stress during elementary online learning, emphasizing digital literacy, time management, and emotional support to enhance parental involvement.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Mentoring
  topic: keywords
subject: online learning
  topic: keywords
subject: Stress Levels
  topic: keywords
creator: Putri Rejeki Mawarni
creator: Siti Khadijah
creator: Dwi Ariani Sulistyowati
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-04-25
publication date: 2025-04-25
starting page: 99
ending page: 104
doi: 10.37341/interest.v12i2.717

Correlation Between Parental Verbal Violence and Adolescents’ Self-Confidence in Junior High School Students
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description: Background: Parents should provide the best upbringing for their children, but sometimes the majority of parents educate their children with violence. Verbal violence is insulting, yelling, and saying inappropriate words. This study analyses the relationship between parental verbal violence and adolescents' self-confidence. Methods: Quantitative design with an approach to 264 respondents with simple random sampling technique, using a questionnaire measuring instrument. Results: The results of the Kendall's tau-b correlation test obtained a p value of 0.002 with a correlation coefficient of 0.133 in the very low category. Children who experience mild verbal violence (72%) and moderate self-confidence (65.2%). Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between parental verbal violence and adolescents' self-confidence. Parents should be provided with parenting education programs that emphasize positive communication strategies to prevent verbal violence and support the development of adolescent self-confidence.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: adolescents
  topic: keywords
subject: parents
  topic: keywords
subject: self-confidence
  topic: keywords
subject: verbal abuse
  topic: keywords
creator: Khafidhotul Fadlia
creator: Insiyah Insiyah
creator: Endang Caturini
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-04-24
publication date: 2025-04-24
starting page: 99
ending page: 105
doi: 10.37341/interest.v12i1.716

How Knowledge Shapes Public Perception of the Covid-19 Vaccine
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description: Background: In 2021, Covid-19 cases in Indonesia decreased by 82% following the implementation of a mass vaccination program. The Covid-19 vaccine, which uses a weakened virus, helps prevent transmission, reduce morbidity and mortality, and increase immunity to the virus. This study analyzes the relationship between the level of knowledge and public perception of the Covid-19 vaccine. Methods: This quantitative study employed a cross-sectional design. A purposive sampling technique was used, resulting in 154 respondents. Data were collected via an online questionnaire, and analyzed using the Spearman Rank correlation test. Results: The Spearman Rank test revealed a significant relationship between the level of knowledge and public perception of the Covid-19 vaccine, with a p-value of 0.025 (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Higher levels of public knowledge about Covid-19 are associated with more positive perceptions of the vaccine. Public education through reliable sources is essential to enhance understanding and encourage effective Covid-19 prevention practices.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Covid-19 vaccine
  topic: keywords
subject: Knowledge
  topic: keywords
subject: public perception
  topic: keywords
creator: Anisah Azzah Mumtazah
creator: Athanasia Budi Astuti
creator: Koko Wahyu Tarnoto
creator: Ros Endah Happy Patriyani
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-04-26
publication date: 2025-04-26
starting page: 140
ending page: 146
doi: 10.37341/interest.v12i2.723

Effectiveness of Early Breastfeeding Initiation (IMD) as an Effort to Preventive Hypothermia in Neonatal: A Literature Study
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description: Background: Hypothermia is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in neonates, contributing to complications such as hypoglycemia, metabolic acidosis, hypoxia, growth disturbances, bleeding, shock, and apnea. One effective prevention method is Early Initiation of Breastfeeding (IMD). This study analyzes the effectiveness of IMD in preventing hypothermia in neonates. Methods: This literature review used the PICO (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome) approach. Eleven journals from Elsevier, Google Scholar, ResearchGate, PubMed, and Wiley Online Library, published between 2019 and 2023, were reviewed. Results: The analysis showed that IMD was effective in increasing neonatal body temperature with an average increase of 0.55°C. All journals reviewed concluded that IMD plays a significant role in maintaining the stability of infant body temperature and preventing hypothermia with a p value <0.05. Conclusion: IMD is effective in preventing hypothermia, enhancing breast milk production, promoting bonding between mother and baby, and strengthening the baby’s immune system. IMD should be initiated as soon as possible after birth, with a minimum duration of 60 minutes, to prevent hypothermia.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Early breastfeeding initiation
  topic: keywords
subject: hypothermia
  topic: keywords
subject: neonatal
  topic: keywords
creator: Mocafiani Sinar Rizki
creator: Sri Lestari Dwi Astuti
creator: Yuyun Setyorini
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-04-25
publication date: 2025-04-25
starting page: 119
ending page: 132
doi: 10.37341/interest.v12i2.722

Sleep Quality and Stress Levels Among Second-Year Nursing Students
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description: Background: Nursing students experience stress in various forms and levels, which can negatively affect their well-being if not managed properly. The accumulation of stress can lead to significant consequences if unresolved. This study analyzes the relationship between stress levels and sleep quality among second-year nursing students. Methods: This cross-sectional study used simple random sampling to select 59 nursing students. Stress levels were assessed using the Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS), while sleep quality was measured using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Data ware analyzed using the Kendall tau_b correlation test. Results: Stress level is associated with sleep quality in second year nursing students (p value 0.005). The strength of the relationship in the category is quite strong (r = 0.344). The lighter the stress level, the better the sleep quality of second-year nursing students. Conclusion: Stress levels are significantly related to sleep quality in second-year nursing students. Preventive measures and stress management strategies, such as counseling, are recommended to improve sleep quality.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sleep quality
  topic: keywords
subject: university students
  topic: keywords
subject: stress
  topic: keywords
creator: Emil Benazir Anjani
creator: Siti Khadijah
creator: Dwi Ariani Sulistyowati
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-04-25
publication date: 2025-04-25
starting page: 112
ending page: 118
doi: 10.37341/interest.v12i2.720

Association Between Covid-19 Knowledge and Anxiety Among Late-Term Pregnant Women
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description: Background: Pregnant women are vulnerable to infections, including Covid-19, and the lack of effective health services can contribute to psychological distress, particularly anxiety. This anxiety is often due to misinformation and insufficient knowledge about Covid-19 prevention. To examine the relationship between Covid-19 prevention knowledge and anxiety levels in pregnant women during the 3rd trimester. Method: This correlational study used a cross-sectional design. A total of 43 pregnant women were selected using total sampling. Data were collected using the Covid-19 knowledge questionnaire and the modified Perinatal Anxiety Screening Scale, specifically designed for the Covid-19 pandemic. Results: A significant relationship was found between Covid-19 prevention knowledge and anxiety levels in the 3rd trimester (p-value = 0.017). Conclusion: Higher knowledge of Covid-19 prevention is associated with lower anxiety levels in pregnant women during the 3rd trimester. Nurses play a key role in providing accurate information to reduce anxiety.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: anxiety
  topic: keywords
subject: covid-19 prevention
  topic: keywords
subject: pregnant women
  topic: keywords
creator: Noviana Jihan Paramita
creator: Sri Lestari Dwi Astuti
creator: Siti Handayani
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan
date: 2025-04-25
publication date: 2025-04-25
starting page: 105
ending page: 111
doi: 10.37341/interest.v12i2.719