Riset Informasi Kesehatan https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik <p><em>Riset informasi kesehatan is a peer-reviewed journal that provides for rapid publication of full-length research papers, describing of new finding or theory in health sciences. The journal publishes articles that report novel findings of health in the areas of nursing, public health, medicine, and pharmacy.<br></em></p> Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Harapan Ibu Jambi en-US Riset Informasi Kesehatan 2088-8740 The Family coping mechanisms in response to stunting events in toddlers in the working area of Pekanheran Health Center https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik/article/view/962 <p>Background: Stunting is still a public health problem in Indonesia, with an estimated 27.7% of children under the age of five being stunted. With various efforts to reduce this number. Family factors and poor nutrition are not the only causes, there are many interrelated factors. The role of parents and family is very important to fulfill the needs of children and provide them with good growth and development, so that children can live well despite health problems..<br>Method: The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between family coping and the incidence of stunting in toddlers. The sampling technique in this study was a total population of 89 families with children under five and used three types of questionnaires, namely: respondent characteristics questionnaire, calculation of toddler body height and parent coping mechanism questionnaire using the F-COPES instrument. <br>Results: based on data using the F-COPES instrument, statistical test results using chi square were obtained with a value of p = 0.282 (p&gt;0.05).<br>Conclusion: There is no relationship between family coping mechanisms and the incidence of stunting.</p> Alice Rosy Elmukhsinur Elmukhsinur Rusherina Rusherina Vevi Suryenti Putri Copyright (c) 2025 Riset Informasi Kesehatan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-30 2025-09-30 14 3 357 361 10.30644/rik.v14i3.962 The Effectiveness of chewing water apple and star fruit in reducing plaque scores on Students Dental Health Department of the Jambi Ministry of Health Polytechnic https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik/article/view/941 <p><strong>Background: </strong>Plaque is a layer attached to the surface of the teeth consisting of microorganisms that grow on the surface of the teeth if someone ignores dental and oral hygiene. Plaque is the main cause of caries and periodontal disease. Efforts made to prevent or reduce plaque formation with mechanical plaque control by brushing teeth, chemical methods using mouthwash and natural methods by chewing fibrous and juicy fruits. <strong>Objective: </strong>to determine the difference in the effectiveness of chewing water guava and star fruit in reducing plaque scores in students majoring in dental health in Jambi. <strong>Method: </strong>this study is a quasi-experimental study using a pre-test and post-test design. Sampling using purposive sampling, the sample in this study amounted to 30 students divided into 2 groups. <strong>Result: </strong>in the group chewing water apple fruit the average value of plaque score reduction was (29.9) and the results of the statistical test p-value 0.000 &lt;0.05 in the group chewing star fruit the average plaque score reduction was (33.7) and the results of the statistical test p-value 0.000 &lt;0.05 In the independent T-Test unpaired difference test obtained a p-Value of 0.017 &lt;0.05 meaning there is a significant difference between chewing using water apple fruit and star fruit. <strong>Conclusion: </strong>water apple fruit and star fruit are effective in reducing plaque scores. But star fruit is more effective in reducing plaque scores in students of the Dental Health Department of the Jambi Ministry of Health Polytechnic.</p> Rosmawati Rosmawati Rusmiati Rusmiati Mardelita S Zahara E Copyright (c) 2025 Riset Informasi Kesehatan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-30 2025-09-30 14 3 362 365 10.30644/rik.v14i3.941 Meta Analysis: Prevalence and Effect of Knowledge on Anemia in Adolescent Girls https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik/article/view/1014 <p><strong>Background</strong>: The prevalence of anemia in adolescent girls is high globally and in Indonesia. Various factors, including low-level knowledge, play a role in the onset of anemia in adolescents. The purpose of this study was to analyze the results of studies on anemia knowledge in adolescent girls to obtain a combined effect.</p> <p><strong>Method</strong>: This systematic review included a meta-analysis. The journal sources were Google Scholar, Pub-med, and Scopus, and the search was performed using Publish or Perish Software, applying keywords using Boolean operators. The inclusion criteria were Indonesian or English language articles, full text from 2013 to 2022, cross-sectional studies, adolescent female populations, and multiple logistic regression analyses with adjusted odds ratio measures. A total of 10,499 articles were identified, of which 6 articles met the inclusion criteria. Data analysis using RevMan 5.4.</p> <p><strong>Results</strong>: The prevalence of anemia in adolescent girls was 40.2% (95% CI: 12.98-67.68). Meta-analysis showed that knowledge about anemia had an influence on the incidence of anemia in adolescent girls (SMD=3.06; CI 95%=2.23-4.19; P-value=&lt;0.001). The fixed-effect model was used. The funnel plot indicates that there was no publication bias in this study.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: Poor knowledge increases the risk of developing anemia in adolescents. It is recommended to increase literacy through social media related to anemia in adolescent girls and to activate adolescent health programs in schools.</p> Ummi Kalsum Yunita Diastanti Guspianto Guspianto Copyright (c) 2025 Riset Informasi Kesehatan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-30 2025-09-30 14 3 366 373 10.30644/rik.v14i3.1014 OVERVIEW Overview of media-based education on zoss and first aid towards students’ knowledge at SDN 47 Jambi City https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik/article/view/1071 <p><strong>Background</strong>: Traffic accidents involving school-aged children are a public health concern in Indonesia, particularly due to inadequate road safety education. The School Safety Zone (Zona Selamat Sekolah/ZOSS) program and First Aid (P3K) knowledge are critical in reducing the impact of accidents, yet many students lack awareness. Educational innovations such as animated videos are considered more effective than traditional lectures in improving student knowledge.</p> <p><strong>Method</strong>: This study used a one-group pretest-posttest design involving 30 students from SDN 47 Jambi City. The intervention consisted of an animated video covering ZOSS and First Aid materials, followed by discussion. Student knowledge was assessed using a validated questionnaire before and after the intervention. Data were analyzed using paired t-tests.</p> <p><strong>Results</strong>: Prior to the intervention, 63.3% of students were in the "poor" knowledge category, with only 3.3% classified as "good." After the intervention, 76.7% of students showed "good" knowledge. Statistical analysis showed a significant improvement in mean scores from 53.1 to 82.7 (p &lt; 0.001).</p> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: Media-based education using animated videos significantly improves students’ knowledge of ZOSS and First Aid. This method is recommended for enhancing traffic safety and emergency preparedness education in primary schools.</p> Andi Subandi Dwi Noerjoedianto Muhammad Taqwa Copyright (c) 2025 Riset Informasi Kesehatan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-30 2025-09-30 14 3 374 380 10.30644/rik.v14i3.1071 Potential dangers of Deoxynivalenol; A review https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik/article/view/1056 <p><strong>Background</strong>: Deoxynivalenol (DON) is a type of mycotoxin produced by Fusarium fungi particularly Fusarium graminearum. This mycotoxin is commonly found in various crops, including wheat, maize, and barley. DON is one of the most commonly found mycotoxins in crops and can cause significant economic losses in the agriculture and livestock industries. Therefore, monitoring and controlling DON levels is crucial to ensure food safety and animal health.</p> <p><strong>Method</strong>: study literature review method by collecting various journals that investigate Fusarium graminearum contamination and the associated risks of deoxynivalenol</p> <p><strong>Results</strong>: Effects on human health cause gastrointestinal disturbances, damage to the digestive tract, and toxic effects on the immune system, while on animals cause been shown to reduce the production of milk, eggs, and meat.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: DON is a common mycotoxin found in agricultural products, posing a threat to human and animal health. Therefore, a rapid and effective detection method is needed to overcome DON contamination.</p> Ryan Afandi Juni Ekowati marcellino Rudyanto Copyright (c) 2025 Riset Informasi Kesehatan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-30 2025-09-30 14 3 381 386 10.30644/rik.v14i3.1056 Clinical profile of diabetic foot ulcer patients in referral hospital Jambi: A-cross sectional study https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik/article/view/1039 <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Background</strong>: Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a chronic complication of diabetes mellitus (DM) and remains a significant challenge in morbidity, mortality, and disability among diabetic patients. This study aims to identify the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of hospitalized DFU patients at Raden Mattaher General Hospital, Jambi.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Method</strong>: This retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted at Raden Mattaher General Hospital, Jambi, Indonesia. A total of 31 patients data were collected from the medical records of DFU patients hospitalized at Raden Mattaher General Hospital in 2022. The variables observed were age, sex, residence, comorbidities, type of DM, random blood glucose levels (RBG), amputation rate, mortality, and length of stay (LOS).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Results</strong>: The mean age of DFU patients was 55.6 ± 12.6 years, with females accounting for the majority (67.7%). Most patients lived outside Jambi City (74.2%), with more than one comorbidity (48.4%). All patients had type 2 diabetes mellitus (100.0%) with RBG level of 303.8 ± 205.8 mg/dL (mean±SD), amputation rate (19.4%), mortality rate (12.9%), and the mean LOS was 10.3 ± 6.9 days.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Conclusion</strong>: This study indicates that most DFU patients have multiple comorbidities and poorly controlled blood glucose levels, which contribute to a higher risk of amputation, mortality, and prolonged hospitalization.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> Fitrianingsih Fitrianingsih Gina Sania Maimum Maimum Copyright (c) 2025 Riset Informasi Kesehatan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-30 2025-09-30 14 3 387 392 10.30644/rik.v14i3.1039 Overview of the use of digital pop-up book media to improve students’ preparedness for fire disasters at Islamic Boarding Schools in Jambi City https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik/article/view/1072 <p><strong>Background</strong>: Fire disasters pose a serious threat to students in school environments, particularly in Islamic boarding schools where fire prevention knowledge and emergency response preparedness are often limited. Innovative media, such as digital pop-up books, offer interactive learning experiences to enhance disaster awareness.</p> <p><strong>Method</strong>: A descriptive quantitative study was conducted at Islamic boarding schools in Jambi City. A total of 60 students from grades 10 to 12 were selected using purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire based on LIPI–UNESCO preparedness indicators and analyzed using descriptive statistics.</p> <p><strong>Results</strong>: The majority of students (56.7%) demonstrated a high level of preparedness after the educational session, while 33.3% were in the moderate category and only 10% remained in the low category. The digital pop-up book media was effective in improving understanding and readiness for fire emergencies.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: The use of digital pop-up book media is a promising method to improve students’ preparedness for fire disasters in Islamic boarding schools. It is recommended for inclusion in school-based disaster education programs.</p> Andi Subandi Dwi Noerjoedianto Tiara Difa Septian Lestari Copyright (c) 2025 Riset Informasi Kesehatan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-01 2025-09-01 14 3 393 398 10.30644/rik.v14i3.1072 Overview of brain health and dental caries in early childhood in Pekon Wonodadi, Gadingrejo Subdistrict, Pringsewu Regency https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik/article/view/1062 <p><strong>Background</strong>: Dental caries is the destruction of tooth tissue that begins at the surface and can progress to the pulp (Nurhidayanti, 2020). According to the 2018 Basic Health Research (Riskesdas), the most common dental problem in Indonesia is decayed/damaged/aching teeth (45.3%), with an average DMF-T index of 1.9 for permanent teeth. Caries experience frequently occurs among elementary school children, particularly when dental care habits are poor. Brain health plays a vital role in children’s learning abilities, especially in fifth grade, when brain development accelerates and affects cognitive functions such as concentration. A study by Kusmana and Restuningsih (2020) showed a relationship between the DMF-T index and students’ academic performance.This study aims to describe brain health and def-t (decayed, extracted, and filled teeth in primary teeth) among early childhood children in Pekon Wonodadi, Pringsewu.</p> <p><strong>Method</strong>: This research used a descriptive survey method. The population included all early childhood children using total sampling, with data collected through questionnaires and def-t examination forms..</p> <p><strong>Results</strong>: The study found that the majority of parents were adults (83%), and 65% of them were housewives. Good brain health was observed in 74.7% of the children, while a high prevalence of dental caries (def-t) was found in 80.6% of them.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: This study can help identify early childhood children who are at high risk of brain health issues and dental caries, supporting early intervention efforts.</p> Arianto Arianto RR Ratnasari Dyah Purnomowati Muliadi Muliadi Linasari Linasari Copyright (c) 2025 Riset Informasi Kesehatan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-30 2025-09-30 14 3 399 407 10.30644/rik.v14i3.1062 The The effect of health education on first aid for drowning victims on lifeguard knowledge in swimming pools in Jambi City https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik/article/view/1068 <p><strong>Background</strong>: Drowning is defined as death caused by asphyxia due to immersion in water that occurs within 24 hours of the incident. Immediate and appropriate first aid is essential to increase the chances of survival. Lifeguards, as the front line in aquatic emergencies, must have adequate knowledge and skills in performing first aid for drowning victims. Health education is one of the efforts to improve lifeguards' understanding and ability to act promptly and correctly in such critical situations.</p> <p><strong>Method</strong>: This study employed a pre-experimental research design using a one-group pretest-posttest approach. A total of 33 lifeguards from three different swimming pools in Jambi City were selected using a total sampling technique. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire measuring the level of knowledge regarding first aid for drowning victims before and after the health education intervention. To determine the significance of the changes in knowledge, data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test.</p> <p><strong>Results</strong>: The results of the bivariate analysis using the Wilcoxon test showed a Z value of -5.205 with a significance level of 0.001 (p &lt; 0.05). These findings indicate a statistically significant improvement in lifeguards’ knowledge after receiving health education. Therefore, the null hypothesis (H<sub>0</sub>) is rejected, and the alternative hypothesis (H<sub>1</sub>) is accepted.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: Health education has a significant positive effect on increasing lifeguard knowledge regarding first aid for drowning victims in Jambi City swimming pools. These results emphasize the importance of continuous education and training programs to enhance the readiness and effectiveness of lifeguards in responding to drowning emergencies.</p> Andi Subandi Dwi Noerjoedianto Muhammad Taqwa Copyright (c) 2025 Riset Informasi Kesehatan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-30 2025-09-30 14 3 408 414 10.30644/rik.v14i3.1068 Overview of the level of knowledge and attitudes of the community towards first aid for victims of traffic accidents on the Palembang-Jambi Crossing Road, Bayung Lencir https://jurnal.stikes-hi.ac.id/index.php/rik/article/view/1069 <p><strong>Background</strong>: First aid is a crucial initial step in the event of an accident, serving to minimize the severity of trauma and facilitate subsequent medical treatment. A prompt and appropriate response can significantly influence the survival and recovery outcomes of accident victims. To foster such responsiveness, community involvement and awareness are essential. Community members, as first responders at the scene, play a critical role in administering immediate aid. However, their effectiveness is heavily influenced by their knowledge and attitudes toward first aid. This study aims to assess the level of knowledge and attitudes of the community regarding first aid for traffic accident victims along the Palembang–Jambi route, specifically in the Bayung Lencir area.</p> <p><strong>Method</strong>: This research employed a quantitative approach with a descriptive research design using a cross-sectional method. The study was conducted in Bayung Lencir District, Musi Banyuasin Regency from June 19, 2024, to July 16, 2024. The sample consisted of 408 respondents, selected using a non-probability purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire assessing the respondents' knowledge and attitudes toward first aid in traffic accidents.</p> <p><strong>Results</strong>: Out of 408 respondents, the majority had a sufficient level of knowledge, with 247 respondents (60.5%). Those categorized as having good knowledge were 88 respondents (21.6%), while 73 respondents (17.9%) had poor knowledge. Regarding attitude, most respondents demonstrated a positive attitude, totaling 332 individuals (81.4%), whereas 76 respondents (18.6%) exhibited a negative attitude toward providing first aid in traffic accident situations.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: This study reveals that the overall community knowledge and attitude toward first aid in traffic accidents along the Palembang–Jambi Bayung Lencir road fall within the sufficient category. Nevertheless, a notable portion of the population still lacks adequate understanding and confidence in properly administering first aid. These findings highlight the need for targeted community education programs and practical first aid training to ensure a more prepared and responsive public in emergency traffic accident situations.</p> Andi Subandi Dwi Noerjoedianto Nur Lutfiah Parawansa Copyright (c) 2025 Riset Informasi Kesehatan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-30 2025-09-30 14 3 415 424 10.30644/rik.v14i3.1069