Mecanismos de enfrentamento e qualidade de vida entre idosos com hipertensão: um estudo transversal / Estrategias de afrontamiento y calidad de vida en adultos mayores con hipertensión: un estudio transversal / Coping strategies and quality of life among older people with hypertension: a cross-sectional study

RESUMO Objetivo analisar as diferenças nos mecanismos de enfrentamento e na qualidade de vida entre idosos com hipertensão em casas de repouso da Indonésia. Método foi realizado um estudo transversal entre 71 idosos durante dezembro de 2018 em casas de repouso. Foi utilizado um questionário autoadministrado foi para identificar as características dos participantes e a qualidade de vida dos idosos, ao mesmo tempo em que o esfigmomanômetro foi usado para medir a pressão arterial. A análise de dados foi feita com teste qui-quadrado. Resultados houve diferenças significativas entre os mecanismos de enfrentamento e a qualidade de vida dos idosos com hipertensão (X2=4,15; p=0,041). Os idosos que usavam mecanismos de enfrentamento focando nos problemas eram mais propensos a ter uma qualidade de vida moderada (OR=2,86; 95% IC=1,02-7,97). Conclusão os mecanismos de enfrentamento de idosos com hipertensão devem ser aprimorados para que alcancem qualidade de vida por meio de cuidado e aconselhamento.

RESUMEN Objetivo analizar las diferencias entre estrategias de afrontamiento y calidad de vida en adultos mayores con hipertensión que viven en asilos de Indonesia. Método se llevó a cabo un estudio transversal con 71 individuos de edad avanzada que viven en asilos durante el mes de diciembre de 2018. Se utilizó un cuestionario autoadministrado para identificar características de los participantes y de la calidad de vida en adultos mayores; mientras que, para medir la presión arterial, se empleó un esfigmomanómetro. Se realizó una prueba de chi-cuadrado para analizar los datos. Resultados se registraron diferencias significativas entre las estrategias de afrontamiento y la calidad de vida de adultos mayores con hipertensión (X2=4,15; p=0,041). Los adultos mayores que emplearon estrategias de afrontamiento enfocándose en problemas fueron más propensos a tener una calidad de vida moderada (OR=2,86; IC 95%=1,02-7,97). Conclusión en consecuencia, deberían mejorarse las estrategias de afrontamiento de los adultos mayores con hipertensión para que logren una buena calidad de vida a través de atención y asesoramiento en salud.

ABSTRACT Objective to analyze the differences of coping strategies and quality of life among older people with hypertension in nursing homes of Indonesia. Method a cross-sectional study was conducted among 71 older people during December 2018 in nursing homes. A self-administered questionnaire was used to identify characteristic of participants and quality of life for older people, while Sphygmomanometer was used to measure blood pressure. A Chi-quare test was performed to analyse the data. Results there were significant differences between coping strategies and quality of life of older people with hypertension (χ2=4.15; p=0.041). Older people who used coping strategies by focusing on problems have more likely moderate quality of life (OR=2.86; 95% CI=1.02-7.97). Conclusion therefore, coping strategies of older people with hypertension should be improved to achieve their quality of life through caring and counselling.

Mecanismos de enfrentamento e qualidade de vida entre idosos com hipertensão: um estudo transversal / Estrategias de afrontamiento y calidad de vida en adultos mayores con hipertensión: un estudio transversal / Coping strategies and quality of life among older people with hypertension: a cross-sectional study

RESUMO Objetivo analisar as diferenças nos mecanismos de enfrentamento e na qualidade de vida entre idosos com hipertensão em casas de repouso da Indonésia. Método foi realizado um estudo transversal entre 71 idosos durante dezembro de 2018 em casas de repouso. Foi utilizado um questionário autoadministrado foi para identificar as características dos participantes e a qualidade de vida dos idosos, ao mesmo tempo em que o esfigmomanômetro foi usado para medir a pressão arterial. A análise de dados foi feita com teste qui-quadrado. Resultados houve diferenças significativas entre os mecanismos de enfrentamento e a qualidade de vida dos idosos com hipertensão (X2=4,15; p=0,041). Os idosos que usavam mecanismos de enfrentamento focando nos problemas eram mais propensos a ter uma qualidade de vida moderada (OR=2,86; 95% IC=1,02-7,97). Conclusão os mecanismos de enfrentamento de idosos com hipertensão devem ser aprimorados para que alcancem qualidade de vida por meio de cuidado e aconselhamento.

RESUMEN Objetivo analizar las diferencias entre estrategias de afrontamiento y calidad de vida en adultos mayores con hipertensión que viven en asilos de Indonesia. Método se llevó a cabo un estudio transversal con 71 individuos de edad avanzada que viven en asilos durante el mes de diciembre de 2018. Se utilizó un cuestionario autoadministrado para identificar características de los participantes y de la calidad de vida en adultos mayores; mientras que, para medir la presión arterial, se empleó un esfigmomanómetro. Se realizó una prueba de chi-cuadrado para analizar los datos. Resultados se registraron diferencias significativas entre las estrategias de afrontamiento y la calidad de vida de adultos mayores con hipertensión (X2=4,15; p=0,041). Los adultos mayores que emplearon estrategias de afrontamiento enfocándose en problemas fueron más propensos a tener una calidad de vida moderada (OR=2,86; IC 95%=1,02-7,97). Conclusión en consecuencia, deberían mejorarse las estrategias de afrontamiento de los adultos mayores con hipertensión para que logren una buena calidad de vida a través de atención y asesoramiento en salud.

ABSTRACT Objective to analyze the differences of coping strategies and quality of life among older people with hypertension in nursing homes of Indonesia. Method a cross-sectional study was conducted among 71 older people during December 2018 in nursing homes. A self-administered questionnaire was used to identify characteristic of participants and quality of life for older people, while Sphygmomanometer was used to measure blood pressure. A Chi-quare test was performed to analyse the data. Results there were significant differences between coping strategies and quality of life of older people with hypertension (χ2=4.15; p=0.041). Older people who used coping strategies by focusing on problems have more likely moderate quality of life (OR=2.86; 95% CI=1.02-7.97). Conclusion therefore, coping strategies of older people with hypertension should be improved to achieve their quality of life through caring and counselling.

Human papillomavirus vaccine acceptability among healthcare workers, parents, and adolescent pupils: a pilot study in public health centers of Bali, Indonesia.

INTRODUCTION: Knowledge and acceptability of HPV vaccination should be identified for supporting the HPV vaccine program in public health centers. Qualitative research approach is one approach that can be developed for increasing the acceptance and use of HPV vaccines in the community. Perceptions of health workers, parents, teachers, and adolescents related to HPV immunization can be explored in depth. This study was performed to explore the perception and meaning of the HPV vaccine acceptability among healthcare professionals, parents, and adolescent pupils in Bali, Indonesia. METHODS: A mixed method study was conducted among 176 elementary school children. In-depth interviews were performed with five of the parents and eight of the teachers. Then, four focus group discussions among 19 health professionals were performed for supporting data. A self-administered questionnaire was used to measure knowledge of HPV and acceptability of HPV vaccine among participants. An interview of standard guidelines was performed to identify the perception of the HPV vaccine. RESULTS: The study identified that perception about HPV knowledge and HPV vaccine was low among adolescents and teachers for all of the questions. However, knowledge on HPV and HPV vaccine among parents and healthcare professionals were higher. Meanwhile, the acceptability of the HPV vaccine and the personal experience of women were more positive for the healthcare professionals. CONCLUSIONS: Knowledge and perception regarding HPV and HPV vaccination among adolescents and teachers in Indonesia, particularly in Denpasar, Bali, are still insufficient. However, the perception of vaccine administration is acceptance for parents and healthcare professionals. Therefore, socialization of HPV vaccine programs in school and community are needed to improve health promotion about the importance of the HPV vaccine.

Caring for Adolescents Based on the Wisdom of Indonesian Pandalungan Culture: An Ethnonursing Pilot Study.

PURPOSE: This study aimed to explore the caring of families with adolescents based on the local wisdom values in Pandalungan families in the Eastern region of Java Island, Indonesia. DESIGN AND METHOD: A pilot study with ethnonursing design was performed to identify the domain of inquiry of Pandalungan local wisdom deeply related to how cultural aspects influence families caring for adolescents. The data collection involved 4 months of participants observation in the community and in-depth interviews with the key informants. Then, focus group discussion was performed until data saturation with 92 informants (consisting of key informants, adolescents, and parents). We used Leininger's four phases of analysis for qualitative data to develop a thematic structure of this study. RESULTS: Fourteen patterns generated four themes through the analysis of all data. The local wisdom of Pandalungan was integrated into spiritual value in their family. The spiritual value was used to structure their family lives. Then, local wisdom was internalized to functionalize their family function to care for adolescents. Family structuring and functionalizing based on local wisdom of Pandalungan were used to achieve family life cycle development with adolescents. CONCLUSIONS: The local wisdom values were internalized in the family spirituality, structure, function, and task development in Pandalungan families caring of their adolescents children in Indonesia. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: A cross-cultural approach with an emphasis on cultural sensitivity issues can be used to identify the family as a whole system regarding the local wisdom of Indonesia.

Relación entre la función cognitiva y la calidad de vida de personas mayores en una residencia de ancianos / The Relationship Between Cognitive Function and Quality of Life Among Elderly at Nursing Home

Introduction: The decreasing of cognitive function can cause the elderly depends on their daily activities and affect the quality of life among elderly. Objective: This study want to examine the cognitive function status and quality of life among elderly at Nursing Home of Jember, Indonesia. Methods: The study was conducted a cross-sectional design during October December 2018. Among 82 of elderly involved using convenience sampling. Short Portable Mental Status Questionnaire and World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF were performed to measure congnitive function and quality of life, respectively. Data were analyzed using Chi square test. Results: Among 82 of elderly identified intact intellectual functioning status (43,90 percent) and severe cognitive impairment (2,40 percent). Meanwhile, 70,70 percent and 8,50 percent elderly were moderate and low of quality of life, respectively. Furthermore, cognitive function significantly related to quality of life (X2= 8,685; p-value= 0,003). The elderly who have intact cognitive function was prevent for decreasing quality of life (OR= 0,210; 95 percent CI= 0.071-0.621). Conclusions: Cognitive function is related to quality of life among elderly. Therefore, health promotion program, including physical activity could develop in nursing home to improve the cognitive function and quality of life among elderly(AU)

Introducción: La disminución de la función cognitiva puede causar que los ancianos dependan de sus actividades diarias y afecten su calidad de vida. Objetivo: Examinar el estado de la función cognitiva y la calidad de vida entre los ancianos del Hogar de Ancianos de Jember, Indonesia. Métodos: Estudio de diseño transversal durante octubre y diciembre de 2018. En 82 personas de la tercera edad involucradas, se usó una muestra de conveniencia. Se realizó un breve cuestionario portátil sobre el estado mental y calidad de vida-BREF de la Organización Mundial de la Salud para medir la función cognitiva y la calidad de vida. Los datos se analizaron mediante la prueba de Chi cuadrado. Resultados: De los 82 ancianos se identificó el estado de funcionamiento intelectual intacto en 43,90 por ciento y deterioro cognitivo severo en 2,4 por ciento. Mientras, el 70,7 por ciento y el 8,5 por ciento de los ancianos tenían moderada y baja calidad de vida, respectivamente. Además, la función cognitiva se relacionó significativamente con la calidad de vida (X2 = 8,685; valor p = 0,003). Las personas de edad avanzada que tenían una función cognitiva intacta evitaron la disminución de la calidad de vida (OR = 0,210; IC del 95 por ciento = 0,071-0,621). Conclusiones: La función cognitiva está relacionada con la calidad de vida entre los ancianos. Por lo tanto, el programa de promoción de la salud, incluida la actividad física, podría desarrollarse en un hogar de ancianos para mejorar la función cognitiva y la calidad de vida entre los ancianos(AU)

Promoting Children Growth and Development: A community-based cluster randomized controlled trial in rural areas of Indonesia.

OBJECTIVE: This study examined the influence of the Promote Children's Growth and Development (PCGD) intervention on children's growth and development in rural areas in Indonesia. DESIGN AND SAMPLE: A community-based nonblinded cluster randomized controlled trial was conducted. Twelve clusters of villages were matched based on population and randomly assigned to intervention group (six clusters and 72 caregivers dyads) or control group (six clusters and 72 caregivers dyads) with inclusion criteria age 0-72 months and attending integrated health centers (Posyandu). The intervention was conducted for 14 weeks with caregivers. MEASURES: The weight-for-age Z-score (WAZ), height-for-age Z-score (HAZ), weight-for-height Z-score (WHZ), and body mass index-for-age Z-score (BAZ) were calculated using World Health Organization Anthro-Plus version 1.0.3. A prescreening developmental questionnaire (PSDQ) measured the development of children before and after the intervention. RESULTS: The proportion of stunting of HAZ, wasting of WHZ, and deviation development of PSDQ were higher in the control group compared to the intervention group, respectively (22.2% vs. 37.5%), (9.7% vs. 4.2%), and (12.5% vs. 2.8%). Caregivers were more confident promoting children's growth and development after attending 12 sessions of the PCGD intervention. CONCLUSION: The 12 session PCGD intervention is effective for promoting the growth and development of children of 0-72 months. The PCGD could be considered for implementation in community health centers.