JURNAL ILMIAH KEPERAWATAN ALTRUISTIK

EFFECTIVENESS OF QR CODE IMPLEMENTATION FOR PATIENT EDUCATION TOWARDS IMPROVING NURSES' PERFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY AT HERMINA BANYUMANIK HOSPITAL

2025-08-12T04:53:12+00:00

The rapid development of technology in various aspects of human life has led to numerous innovations aimed at facilitating human tasks. QR code-based technological systems are among the systems utilized and implemented in hospitals to streamline operations, particularly in service delivery. Nurses often have limited time to provide effective and efficient patient education. This study aims to examine the effect of implementing QR code-based patient education on nurses’ performance at Hermina Banyumanik Hospital. Quantitative data were collected using a cross-sectional method. The study was conducted at Hermina Banyumanik Hospital from December 2023 to March 2024, involving a sample of 50 respondents. The results showed a significant difference in nurses' performance before and after the implementation of QR code-based patient education (p-value = 0.000). It can be concluded that the implementation of QR code-based patient education significantly affects nurses' performance at Hermina Banyumanik Hospital. The use of QR codes can facilitate patient education, and it is recommended that healthcare workers adopt this method to enhance nurses’ performance.

IMPLEMENTATION OF FOOT MASSAGE THERAPY IN REDUCING THE INTENSITY OF UNSTABLE ANGINA PECTORIS (UAP) PAIN IN THE INTERNAL DISEASE CARE ROOM OF DR. ABDUL AZIZ HOSPITAL, SINGKAWANG

2025-09-08T06:41:58+00:00

UAP has seen an increase in cases every year, leading to high hospitalization rates. One of the symptoms is chest pain due to insufficient blood flow and oxygen supply to the heart. Typical left-sided chest pain, substernal and anterior, can spread to the jaw, neck, shoulder, and upper extremities. The pain feels like heavy pressure, strong binding, squeezing, and burning. Efforts to help reduce pain intensity are foot massage therapy. Mr. S was diagnosed with UAP with complaints of left chest pain radiating to the back since ± 1 week ago, felt increasingly aggravated as if hit by a heavy object, did not decrease with rest, pain scale 5, pain duration ± 20 minutes and tired. The patient looked restless, holding the left chest, grimacing, difficulty sleeping, electrocardiogram bradycardia T inverted V1 to V3 ischemia of the septal region. Nursing problems risk of decreased cardiac output, acute pain, and activity intolerance. The application of EBNP uses foot massage SOP instruments and educational books. Measurement of pain intensity with a numeric rating scale (NRS) is carried out twice a day for 20 minutes, namely when the drug decreases or if it feels pain. Evaluation of the application for 3 days found that cardiac output increased, pain complaints decreased, and activity tolerance increased. Patients are allowed to go home with the doctor's approval. Foot massage therapy is effective in UAP with a pain scale of 5 to a pain scale of 1 on the 3rd day of implementation. This paper can be used as EBNP through case reflection, In House Traning (IHT), competency improvement training and as a pilot project to improve the quality of medical nursing care.

Implementation of Benson Relaxation Therapy for Stress Reduction in Pregnant Women with Preeclampsia

2025-08-12T04:30:07+00:00

Implementation of Benson Relaxation Therapy for Stress Reduction in Pregnant Women with Preeclampsia. Background: Preeclampsia is a high-risk pregnancy complication that can trigger stress in pregnant women. Unmanaged stress may worsen pregnancy outcomes and endanger both mother and fetus. Non-pharmacological interventions such as Benson relaxation therapy can help reduce stress levels in pregnant women with preeclampsia. Purpose: To determine the effect of Benson relaxation therapy in reducing stress levels in pregnant women with preeclampsia. Method: This case study used a one-subject pre-post intervention design. The subject was a 33-year-old pregnant woman with preeclampsia. Benson relaxation therapy was administered for three consecutive days. Stress levels were measured using the DASS-21 questionnaire before and after each intervention. Results: On day one, the subject’s stress level was categorized as moderate, then decreased to normal on day two and remained stable on day three. Conclusion: Benson relaxation therapy effectively reduces stress levels in pregnant women with preeclampsia within a short period, making it a potential non-pharmacological approach to support maternal mental health.

LIVED EXPERIENCES OF PEOPLE WITH HIV/AIDS

2025-08-12T04:50:38+00:00

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) are global health issues with significant physical, psychological, and social impacts on individuals living with them. In Indonesia, while antiretroviral (ARV) treatment is available, psychological and social aspects of HIV/AIDS care are often neglected. This study aims to explore the life experiences of people living with HIV/AIDS (ODHA) in Indonesia, particularly their interactions with healthcare providers and family support. The study used a qualitative design with a descriptive phenomenological approach, involving an in-depth interview with a 47-year-old participant diagnosed with HIV for 5 months. The results show that feelings after diagnosis, treatment and its side effects, and social support significantly affect the quality of life of ODHA Furthermore, social stigma and discrimination remain major challenges faced by ODHA, although family support helps mitigate these negative impacts. The main themes identified in this study include feelings after the HIV diagnosis, treatment experiences and side effects, family support, social stigma and discrimination, physical and social conditions post-diagnosis, the role of healthcare providers in treatment and support, and optimism and hope for the future. This study recommends the importance of holistic care that includes physical, psychological, and social aspects to improve the quality of life for ODHA