Analysis of Factors Affecting Self-Acceptance in Older Adult Living in Nursing Homes

Introduction: Self-acceptance among older adult who lives in the nursing home tends to be poor. It is because they feel abandoned by their families and their inability to accept any changes that occur to them. Thus, older adults find it challenging to adapt to their new environment and cause various physical and psychological problems. The purpose of this study was to determine the factors of self-acceptance in older adults living in aged care based on an empirical study of the last ten years.Method: This study used a literature review design with electronic sources from 4 databases, namely Scopus, PubMed, Google Scholar, and Science Direct, which were published in the period 2010-2020. The keywords used are factors that influence or self-acceptance, older adults or elderly or aged, and nursing homes or nursing home.Results: Thirteen articles were analyzed in this study. Six research articles discuss social support as the most important factor of self-acceptance in older adults living in nursing homes. Other factors that influence self-acceptance in the older adult who lives in the nursing home include spirituality, religiosity, family support, and positive thinking.Conclusion: Social support is the essential factor in self-acceptance in older adults living in nursing homes.

Community Perception on Covid-19 Vaccination in Sidomukti Village Tuban Indonesia

Introduction: Covid-19 vaccine will be given to all people in Indonesia. Covid-19 vaccination process in community reaps pros and cons. Many perceptions arise in minds of public. on the one hand, people who get enough information tend to accept Covid-19 vaccine. However, people who are uninformed tend to refuse given Covid-19 vaccine. Therefore, it is necessary to study public's perception of Covid-19 vaccination. The aim of this study was to dig deeper into perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefits, and perceived barriers about Covid-19 vaccine in community.Method: This study used qualitative method. Subjects in this study were people of Sidomukti Village, Kenduruan District, Tuban Regency with consecutive sampling. Instrument in this study used a structured interview sheet with data analysis covering period of data collection, data reduction, data categorization, data display and verification.Results: Based on the results of interviews conducted by researchers with informants, it was found that participants were classified as having good perceptions, although their opinions were different and varied. It is necessary to socialize about Covid-19 vaccination in order to reduce bad perceptions.Conclusion: It is recommended that local health workers carry out health promotions that provide information about Covid-19 vaccination to the public.

LITERATURE REVIEW: ANALYSIS OF FACTORS AFFECTING PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME IN GIRLS ADOLESCENT

Introduction: Premenstrual syndrome in adolescent girls is very disturbing daily activities. Changes such as feeling sensitive or irritable, lack of confidence, difficulty concentrating, crying easily, restlessness and anxiety. Premenstrual syndrome in adolescents causes anxiety so that it can result in decreased interest in activities. The purpose of this study is to explain the factors that influence premenstrual syndrome in adolescent girls based on empirical studies in the last five years.Method: The literature review article search was conducted in five databases (Scopus, Proquest, Pubmed, Science Direct and Google Scholar), the search was conducted from July to August 2020. A prism checklist was used to guide this review. Analyzed and tabulated data on articles. Title, abstract, full text and methodology were assessed to determine the feasibility of the study.Result: There were 10 studies that matched the research inclusion criteria, the studies were divided into two themes, namely the influencing factors of premenstrual syndrome (n= 8) and the impact of premenstrual syndrome (n= 2).Conclusion: Factors that affect premenstrual syndrome include: physiological factors include (age, education, length of menstruation, menstrual cycle, menstrual history, physical activity), nutritional factors include (diet, coffee consumption), psychological factors include (stress, feeling uncomfortable). , feelings of insecurity) and the external factor is the use of the internet. Premenstrual syndrome can physically show in the form of headache, breast tenderness, swelling of the extremities, abdominal and heartburn pain and psychologically shows anxiety, withdrawal, confusion, depression and irritability.

The Correlation Between Online Food Ordering and Nutritional Status among College Students in Surabaya

Introduction: The prevalence of overweight and obesity among adults has increased yearly in Indonesia. Online food ordering was believed to have a contribution to this condition as it shorten access to food. This study aimed to analyse the correlation between online food ordering and the nutritional status among college students in Surabaya.Method: This study used a descriptive correlational design with a cross-sectional approach. Samples were recruited using the convenience sampling technique; 388 college students at the B campus of Universitas Airlangga Surabaya were involved. The independent variable of this study was the intensity of online food ordering. While the dependent variable was the nutritional status among college students. A questionnaire and Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) using google form which distributed online used as an instrument. Data were then analyzed by using Spearman Rho Test with level of significance (p<=0,05).Results: This study showed that online food ordering did not correlate with nutritional status (p=0.595). Most of food ordered online were high sugar, salt, and fat food.Conclusion: It is concluded that there is no relation between the intensity of online food ordering and nutritional status among college students.

Analysis of Psychological Impact on Diabetes Patients in The Era of Pandemic Covid-19: A Literature Review

Introduction: Diabetics have several psychological problems associated with diabetes and its complications, which could be exacerbated during the Covid-19 pandemic. The purpose of this study is to analyze the types of psychological responses, efforts to prevent and overcome psychological impacts, and the results of efforts to deal with the psychological impacts experienced by diabetes in the Covid-19 pandemic era based on empirical studies in the last two years.Method: Journal search using a database Scopus, Science Direct. Proquest, and PubMed. The framework used to review is PICOS with inclusion criteria, namely English-language journals from 2019 to 2020. The study is divided into three major themes.Results: Of the ten studies that met the inclusion criteria, it was found that the types of psychological responses experienced by people with diabetes during the Covid-19 pandemic were stress, depression, and anxiety. Efforts to deal with psychological problems include telepsychiatry, telemedicine, telehealth, teleconsultation, self-care, and social support. The results obtained were in the form of low satisfaction levels, lifestyle changes, an increase in glycemic control, low anxiety levels, and high optimism with the Covid-19 situation, and a minimal impact on the psychological status of people with diabetes.Conclusion: It is important to pay attention to the psychological health of diabetics during the Covid-19 pandemic, and serious resources, planning, and action are needed to tackle this problem.

Experiences of Strokes’ Caregiver in Maluku Province: A Qualitative Study

Introduction:Patients with stroke are dependent on their family to relieve their physical and emotional needs after discharge form the hospital. The family plays an important role in caring for them, which is a stressful task for the caregivers. This study aimed at investigating the experiences of caregivers of patients with stroke.Method: This is qualitative study (descriptive phenomenology), in which the participants included seven caregivers of stroke patients. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews. Data analysis was performed based on Colaizzi.Result: The results in the study were summarized in three main categories: anxiety (tension and stress, concern about economic future), care consequences (fatigue, reduced family interactions), and neglected needs (psychological needs educational needs)Conclusion: According to the purpose of the study and its implications, it is concluded that nurses and physicians should pay more attention to the needs and concerns of patients and their caregivers and try to resolve them with regard to the consequences of the disease.

The Relationship of Physical Activity and Sleep Quality Among Elderly Who Are Still Working

Introduction: The elderly tend to have short sleep duration, resulting in poor sleep quality. Physical activity is believed can improved sleep quality. This study was aimed to explain the relationship between physical activity and sleep quality among the elderly who are still working.Method: This study used a correlational research design with a cross-sectional approach. There were 63 elderly who involved as respondents by using the simple random sampling technique. The independent variable of this research was physical activities, while the dependent variable was sleep quality. A questionnaire was used to collect data. Data were then analyzed by using the Chi-Square test with a significance level of p=0.05.Results: The study found that physical activity correlates with sleep quality among the elderly who are still working (p=0.021). The elderly with moderate physical activity has three times chance to have a good sleep quality (OR=3.667).Conclusion: Moderate physical activity correlates with good sleep quality. However, an increase in physical activity will worsen the sleep quality among the elderly. The elderly who are still working can reduce the intensity of their activity in the workplace.

The Effectiveness of Acupressure Therapy in Lowering Blood Pressure in Patients with Hypertension

Introduction: Hypertension is a non-communicable disease that affected on health in the adult age group. Acupressure therapy that can improve blood circulation for people with hypertension. Acupressure therapy can be an alternative treatment option to lower blood pressure and can meet the needs of society in reducing pharmacological therapy. The study was to determine the effect of Acupressure on changes in blood pressure of hypertension sufferers.Method: This study used pre-experimental design. The number of respondents was 15 people with consecutive sampling technique. The research variable is acupressure therapy. While the dependent variable is blood pressure. The data collected are primary data using observation sheets and blood pressure measured with a tensimeter and a stethoscope before and after the intervention. Therapy is done 3 times for 3 three days.Results: The results of the study showed that there was an effect of changes in blood pressure before and after being given acupressure therapy with p = 0.046 and p = 0.003.Conclusion: Acupressure is a simple non-invasive technique that nurses can perform independently. These findings suggest that acupressure can reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with hypertension. The further research regarding acupressure therapy for other diseases besides hypertension.

Effect of Hemodialysis Adequacy on Quality of Life in Older adults with Chronic Kidney Disease

Introduction: Assessment of hemodialysis adequacy is an important indicator to assess the effectiveness of hemodialysis measures that can affect the patient's quality of life with chronic kidney disease. This study aims to determine the relationship between adequate hemodialysis and the quality of life of patients with chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis therapy.Method: This type of research is a correlational study with a cross sectional approach. The population in this study were 86 elderly patients who underwent hemodialysis at the Muhammadiyah Lamongan Hospital. In this study, the independent variables were adequate hemodialysis and quality of life as the dependent variable. Measurement of hemodialysis adequacy was carried out using the URR formula, and the assessment of quality of life using the SF 36 questionnaire. Data analysis methods used the Spearman test using SPSS Ver. 16Result: The results of measurement of adequacy of 86 respondents, namely 13.9% achieved adequate and 86% did not achieve adequacy. The results of the quality of life assessment showed that 17.4% had a good quality of life and 82.5% had a poor quality of life. The results of statistical tests showed that there was a significant relationship between adequate hemodialysis and quality of life (p value = 0.000).Conclusion: The role of nurses is very important in improving the quality of care in achieving adequate adequacy so that it will improve the quality of life in patients with chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis therapy.

Effect of Massage, Soak Feet Warm Water, and Aromatherapy for Decreasing Blood Pressure in Older Adults with Hypertension: A Literature Review

Introduction: The increase in blood pressure that lasts long enough to cause damage to the kidneys, heart, and brain. This is in line with Carol A. Miller's theory regarding the aging process that occurs in the older adults. Miller's functional theory in the development process, the older adults will experience many changes, one of which is the dilated and stiff arteries, this results in reduced vascular recoil capacity. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of massage, warm water foot soaking, and aromatherapy on lowering blood pressure in hypertensive older adults based on empirical studies of the last ten years.Method: Search for journals or articles using a database through Scopus, ProQuest, PubMed, SAGE, EBSCO, Scient Direct, Research Gate, and Google Scholar. The Center for Review and Dissemination and The Joanna Briggs Institute were used to assess the study's quality. The framework used for the review is PICOS, and the inclusion criteria used are English and Indonesian language journals with a coverage of the last ten years, older adults who lives in nursing home or community older adults, outcomes: decreased to blood pressure, and the study design of quasy-experimental studies, randomized control and trial, qualitative research and cross-sectional studies.Result: After screening twenty-five article, but only Thirteen studies matched the research criteria. Six studies suggest that age is a significant factor in hypertension and seven studies the presence of excess sympathetic activity. Meanwhile, strategies to reduce blood pressure in the older adults include massage, soaking feet in warm water, and aromatherapy.Conclusion: Decreased prevalence of hypertension in the older adults can be carried out pharmacologically and non-pharmacologically. The strategy is entirely sufficient for lowering blood pressure in elderly hypertensive are massage, foot soak warm water, and aromatherapy as inhaled a calming effect. Determines successfully in complementary therapy in lowering blood pressure.