ELECTRON (Journal of Science and Technology)

The use of pocket books in improving knowledge of tetanus toxoid immunization among adolescents

2025-10-09T15:48:18+00:00

Tetanus Toxoid (TT) immunization is crucial for protecting adolescents, especially prospective brides, from tetanus infection. Adequate knowledge about TT immunization can increase participation in immunization programs and reduce maternal and infant mortality. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of pocket books in improving adolescents’ knowledge about TT immunization at Santo Benediktus Pahauman High School. A quantitative quasi-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach was used, involving 120 respondents selected through total sampling. Knowledge levels were measured using questionnaires before and after the intervention. The results showed a significant increase in knowledge, with the average score rising from 7.50 (range 3–14) before the intervention to 18.42 (range 15–20) after using the pocket book (p < 0.05). These findings indicate that pocket books are effective educational media for improving adolescents’ understanding of TT immunization. In conclusion, pocket books can be utilized as an effective tool in health education to promote immunization awareness among adolescents.

Effectiveness of orange fruit and dragon fruit combined with iron tablets on hemoglobin levels in pregnant women with anemia

2025-10-09T15:45:45+00:00

The prevalence of anemia among pregnant women at the Mandor Community Health Center is quite high, reaching 27.4% of 575 targets, with 147 cases of mild anemia (9-10 g/dl) and 11 cases of moderate anemia (7-8 g/dl). Preventive measures were taken pharmacologically by administering 90 Fe tablets, as well as non-pharmacologically by consuming citrus fruits or dragon fruit combined with Fe tablets. This study aimed to analyze the effectiveness of the combination of citrus fruits and Fe tablets compared to the combination of dragon fruit and Fe tablets in increasing hemoglobin levels in pregnant women with anemia at the Mandor Community Health Center. Using a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest two-group design, this study involved 44 samples from a population of 158, divided into two groups of 22 respondents each for the citrus fruit and dragon fruit interventions. The analysis results showed an increase in hemoglobin levels in both groups, with a median value of 10.750-11.750 for the citrus group and 10.070-11.150 for the dragon fruit group. The Mann Whitney test produced a p-value of 0.019 (<0.05), indicating that the combination of citrus fruit and iron tablets was more effective in increasing hemoglobin levels in pregnant women with anemia than the combination of dragon fruit and iron tablets at the Mandor Community Health Center.

The effect of iron tablet consumption monitoring cards on increasing hemoglobin levels in female adolescents

2025-10-09T15:43:22+00:00

Anemia in adolescent girls (rematri) is a serious health problem that affects academic performance and increases the risk of anemia during pregnancy, potentially disrupting fetal growth and development. The government is trying to address this by providing iron tablets to all adolescent girls to meet their iron intake. This study aims to analyze the effect of using iron tablet consumption monitoring cards on increasing hemoglobin levels in adolescent girls at SMPN 03 Sadaniang, Mempawah Regency. This study used a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental method and a pre- and post-test design without a control group. The sampling technique used was total sampling on 31 adolescent girls. The results showed an increase in hemoglobin levels after the intervention. Before the treatment, the respondents' hemoglobin levels ranged from 7.9 mg/dl to 11.8 mg/dl, with an average of 11 g/dl. After the intervention using the monitoring card, hemoglobin levels increased to 11.2 g/dl to 14.1 g/dl, with an average of 12.91 g/dl. It was concluded that there was a significant effect of the use of iron tablet consumption monitoring cards on the increase in hemoglobin levels among female students at SMPN 03 Sadaniang, Mempawah Regency.

Parental knowledge and support for decision-making regarding measles rubella immunization

2025-10-09T15:39:39+00:00

Measles remains a significant health concern in Indonesia. The government continues to promote immunization programs to achieve optimal public health and a prosperous society. According to the Regulation of the Minister of Health No. 12 of 2017, immunization aims to build immunity so that individuals who are later exposed experience only mild symptoms. This study aimed to determine the relationship between parents’ knowledge and support in decision-making regarding MR (Measles Rubella) immunization among kindergarten students in Sungai Ambawang Kuala Village. Using a quantitative descriptive-analytic design with a cross-sectional approach, data were collected at one point in time.The results showed a significant relationship between parents’ knowledge (p < 0.05; OR = 15.6) and parental support (p < 0.05; OR = 26) with the decision to administer MR immunization. In conclusion, improving parental knowledge and support is essential to increase MR immunization coverage and program success.

Effectiveness of warm compress and deep breathing on labor pain intensity

2025-10-09T15:37:14+00:00

Childbirth is a natural process that causes severe pain due to uterine contractions. If left uncontrolled, it can lead to prolonged labor and threaten the safety of the mother and fetus. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of a combination of warm compresses and deep breathing relaxation on the intensity of labor pain during the active phase of the first stage of labor in mothers giving birth. This study used a quasi-experimental design with a two-group pretest and posttest with control group design. A total of 32 women in active phase I labor at the Karangan Community Health Center were respondents, with 16 in the experimental group receiving warm compress and deep breathing relaxation intervention, and 16 in the control group receiving deep breathing relaxation. Pain intensity was measured using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) before and after the intervention. Data analysis was performed using the Paired T-Test, Wilcoxon, and Mann Whitney tests. The results showed a decrease in average pain intensity of 1.84 in the experimental group, while the control group only experienced a decrease of 1. The statistical test p-value of 0.003 (p < 0.05) showed that the combination of warm compresses and deep breathing relaxation was more effective in reducing pain intensity during active phase I labor compared to deep breathing relaxation alone. This conclusion indicates the significant effectiveness of warm compresses and deep breathing relaxation in reducing labor pain intensity.