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DIFFERENCES IN PLATELET COUNTS USING BLOOD SAMPLES WITH K3EDTA AND 3.2% SODIUM CITRATE ANTICOAGULANTS IN DENGUE FEVER PATIENTS

Prasetya, Ni Luh Nova Dilisca Dwi Putri, Anak Agung Istri Ari Trisnaningrum, Putu Ayu Parwati
Abstract: Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) is a viral infection marked by a significant decrease in platelet count. Accurate platelet count testing is crucial for diagnosing and monitoring DHF patients. The pre-analytical phase is a… critical stage in laboratory testing, where errors can significantly impact test outcomes. Anticoagulants, such as K3EDTA and 3.2% sodium citrate, are commonly used in routine hematology tests to prevent blood clotting by binding calcium ions and inhibiting clotting factor activation. This study aimed to evaluate the difference in platelet counts between blood samples collected with K3EDTA and 3.2% sodium citrate anticoagulants in DHF patients. An analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design was conducted involving 50 purposively sampled DHF patients. Statistical analysis yielded a p-value of 0.615 (p > 0.05), indicating no significant difference in platelet counts between the two anticoagulants. It can be concluded that the use of K3EDTA and 3.2% sodium citrate does not significantly affect platelet count results in DHF patients. Future studies are recommended to involve larger sample sizes and consider microscopic examination methods, such as peripheral blood smears, to assess platelet aggregation visually.

DESCRIPTION OF LOW DENSITY LIPOPROTEIN (LDL) LEVELS AND FASTING COMPLIANCE IN OUTPATIENT CARDIAC PATIENTS AT RSU PRIMA MEDIKA DENPASAR IN THE MONTHS OF FEBRUARY TO MARCH 2025

Ni Putu Martiana Prawita Sari, Nyoman Sudarma, Prasetya, Didik
Abstract: Cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of death both globally and nationally, with Low Density Lipoprotein(LDL) levels serving as a key biochemical indicator in the screening and management of heart disease. Accurate&#8230; rate LDL testing requires adherence to pre-analytical procedures, particularly fasting for 10-12 hours. This study aimed to describe LDL levels and fasting compliance among outpatient cardiac patients at RSU Prima Medika Denpasar. A descriptive cross-sectional design was used with purposive sampling, involving 35 cardiac outpatients from February to March 2025. Data were collected through interviews and laboratory examinations using the Furuno CA-270 device. Results showed that 71% of respondents had LDL levels >100 mg/dL, indicating high levels, while 29% hadnormal levels (<100 mg/dL). All respondents (100%) complied with the fasting requirement. These findings indicate that high LDL levels are still commonly found among outpatient cardiac patients, particularly in productive-age males. The high level of fasting compliance reflects the effectiveness of pre-analytical patient education. This study emphasizes the importance of routine lipid screening and continuous education to enhance laboratory diagnostic accuracy and prevent cardiovascular complications.

RELATIONSHIP OF BODY MASS INDEX WITH HbA1c MEASURES IN PATIENTS AT PRIMA MEDIKA DENPASAR HOSPITAL

S.A.N Diah Ratnasari Warassaty, Prasetya, Didik, Nyoman Sudarma
Abstract: The rising prevalence of obesity in Indonesia contributes to increased risk of metabolic diseases such as diabetes mellitus. Body Mass Index (BMI) is commonly used to assess nutritional status and may be correlated with&#8230; long-term blood glucose levels measured by Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c). This study aimed to explore the relationship between BMI and HbA1c levels in patients at Prima Medika General Hospital, Denpasar. A cross-sectional analytic observational design was employed, involving 30 purposively selected respondents. BMI was calculated from weight and height measurements, while HbA1c levels were assessed using the immunoturbidimetric method. Results showed an even distribution of respondents in the normal and overweight BMI categories (each 46.5%), while 50% had HbA1c levels >8%. However, Pearson correlation analysis indicated no statistically significant relationship between BMI and HbA1c levels (p=0.982; r=-0.004). The study concludes that BMI does not have a linear correlation with HbA1c levels. Other factors such as type and duration of therapy, disease progression, and patient adherence may play a greater role in influencing glycemic control and should be further investigated.

THE EFFECT OF BENSON RELAXATION ON PAIN LEVELS IN BREAST CANCER PATIENTS AT EDUARDO XIMENES GENERAL HOSPITAL, BAUCAU, TIMOR-LESTE

Solangia Cabral Da Conceicao Santos, Ketut Lisnawati, Theresia Anita Pramesti
Abstract: Pain in breast cancer is one of the most common and significant problems experienced by patients. If not properly managed, the impact of breast cancer pain can lead to increased morbidity and a diminished quality of life.&#8230; . This study aims to determine the effect of Benson relaxation on pain levels in breast cancer patients. A quantitative research method was employed using a pre-experimental one-group pre-test and post-test design. The sample consisted of 17 patients selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). The average pain score of respondents during the first measurement (pre-test) was 6.12, and during the second measurement (post-test) it decreased to 3.12. The difference in average pain levels between the first and second measurements showed a reduction of 3.00 points. The statistical test results revealed an Asymp. Sig (2-tailed) p-value of 0.000, indicating a significant effect of Benson relaxation on reducing pain in breast cancer patients. Benson relaxation can significantly help lower pain levels after therapy. This relaxation technique plays an important role by inhibiting sympathetic nerve activity, which in turn reduces oxygen consumption by the body and relaxes the muscles, leading to a sense of calm and comfort.

PICTURE OF SEXUAL FUNCTION IN CHRONIC KIDNEY FAILURE PATIENTS IN THE HEMODIALIS UNIT OF PROF. DR. H. ALOEI SABOE HOSPITAL, GORONTALO CITY

Aswadi, Sri Rahayu A., Djamaluddin, Nurdiana, Rahim, Nirwanto K.
Abstract: Fail kidney chronic (GGK) is disease progressive that requires therapy replacement kidney like hemodialysis . One of the common complications​ No realized is dysfunction sexual , which can lower quality life patient . Research&#8230; Research This aiming For describe function sexual intercourse in GGK patients undergoing hemodialysis at Aloei Saboe Regional Hospital, Gorontalo City. Research design use approach descriptive quantitative with accidental sampling technique on 70 respondents who met the requirements criteria inclusion . Instruments used​ is IIEF questionnaire for men and FSFI for women . The results show that in patients male , function best orgasm (65.1%), followed by function erection (58.1%), desire sexual , and satisfaction connection sexual (51.2%). However , the desire sexual in a way overall disturbed (62.8%). In patients women , lubrication and desire sexual prominent (63%), followed by orgasm and comfort moment relate sexual (55.6%), with satisfaction sexual as function lowest (48.1%). In conclusion , patients man more Lots experience disturbance of desire sexual , while patient Woman experience more disturbance​ evenly distributed . It is recommended that the power health give education , counseling , and support psychosocial For increase quality life patient .  

ANALYSIS OF THE COMPLETENESS OF FILLING IN ELECTRONIC MEDICAL RESUMES FOR INPATIENTS AT DHARMA YADNYA GENERAL HOSPITAL

Ni Rai Ayu Tunggal Dewi, Ika Setya Purwanti, Made Wahyu Aditya
Abstract: People really need health services provided by hospitals, health homes and clinics. When registering for health services, each enrolling member will have his or her own medical history which must be seen at a medical clinic&#8230; nic or health office. Hospitals must have comprehensive patient data in order to provide health services effectively. Documents regarding patient identity, examinations, treatment, procedures and other services are included in the medical record. In a health facility, implementation takes the form of an administrative order. Characteristics of medical records (General Patients or BPJS). The aim of this research is to determine the completeness of electronic medical resumes seen from fourth aspects, namely, completeness of identification, important reports, authentication and correct documentation . The method used in this research is quantitative analysis with a descriptive approach. The results of this research are that in the Identification component the percentage of completeness is 100% complete, in the Important Report component the percentage of completeness is 99%, in the Authentication component the percentage of completeness is 100%, and in the Correct Documentation component the percentage of completeness is 90%. Based on the results of research that has been carried out regarding completeness When filling out electronic medical resumes for patients in the Inpatients at RSU Dharma Yadnya, it can be concluded that there are still incompleteness in filling out inpatient electronic medical resumes and that the electronic medical resume components are filled in completely.  

EFFECT OF MARKETING COMMUNICATION ON BRAND EQUITY AND PATIENT DECISIONS CHOOSING OBSTETRIC AND GYNECOLOGY SERVICES AT RSI HASANAH MOJOKERTO

Urrahmah, Nida, Suswojo, Heru, Absor, Sholihul
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of marketing communication on brand equity and patient decision choosing obstetric and gynecological services at RSI Hasanah Mojokerto. The independent variable in this&#8230; study is marketing communication, while the dependent variable is the patient decision, and brand equity is a variable mediator between marketing communication and patient decision. The sample of this research were BPJS patients at RSI Hasanah Mojokerto from March to May 2025 who have finished the services of obstetric and gynecological, both outpatient and inpatient. A total of 52 respondents were obtained as samples in this research. This study uses an explanatory survey research design, which involves searching and collecting primary data by directly asking questions to respondents and analyzing the effects among variables to prove the hypothesis. Data analysis using path analysis with SEM-PLS. The results of the study show that the original sample value of the direct relationship between marketing communication and patient decision is +0.101 with a P-value of 0.226. Meanwhile, the original sample values when mediated by brand equity as the mediator variable between marketing communication and patient decision are +0.680 and +0.762 with a P-value of 0.000 at a significance level of 0.05. Thus, it can be concluded that brand equity can act as a mediator between marketing communication and patient decision. With good marketing communication, the brand equity of the Hospital will increase, thereby improving patients' decision choosing obstetric and gynecological services at RSI Hasanah Mojokerto.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HEALTH LOCUS OF CONTROL AND DIET COMPLIANCE IN TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS PATIENTS IN THE WORK AREA OF KABILA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER BONE BOLANGO REGENCY

Citra Magfira Nihe
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is a disease characterized by increased glucose levels that over time cause serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes and kidneys ( World Health Organization) in 2024. Compliance is the degree to&#8230; which a person carries out health-related behavior, either taking medication, following diet therapy and changing lifestyle according to recommendations given by health workers. Diet or nutritional therapy is used to regulate the patient's food intake so that it remains fulfilled and does not result in an increase in blood sugar so that it is necessary to regulate the schedule, type and amount of food as nutrition. This study aims to determine whether there is a relationship between health locus of control and compliance with diet in patients with diabetes mellitus in the Kabila Health Center work area. The design in this study is quantitative correlational. The sampling technique in this study used the non-probability sampling method with a total sample of 52 diabetes mellitus participants at the Kabila Health Center. The instrument used in the study used a questionnaire instrument with open questions about the variable health locus of control and compliance with the diet of patients with diabetes mellitus. Based on the results of the study, there is a relationship between health locus of control and compliance with diet in diabetes mellitus patients in the Kabila Health Center work area, with a significance value or p-value showing 0.000 (p <0.05). This is based on the alternative Fisher exact test because there are 3 cells with an expect count value <5.  

WAITING TIME RELATED TO OUTPATIENT SATISFACTION AT GUNUNG MARIA HOSPITAL TOMOHON

Palendeng, Frankly Oktavian, Suparlan, Sri Rejeki Monica, Langingi, Ake Royke Calvin
Abstract: One measure of service success is patient satisfaction; in the world of health, patient satisfaction indicates that the services provided have been delivered properly by health workers. The purpose of this study was to analyze&#8230; nalyze the relationship between waiting time and outpatient satisfaction at Gunung Maria Tomohon Hospital. The method used in this research is quantitative research which is descriptive analytic using a cross-sectional study approach with a sample of 266 respondents (total sampling) with univariate and bivariate analysis. The results showed that based on the results of the chi-square test, a value of p = 0.001 (<α = 0.05) was obtained, indicating that there is a relationship between waiting time and outpatient satisfaction at Gunung Maria Tomohon Hospital. Based on the results of the analysis, it can be concluded that there is a relationship between waiting time and outpatient satisfaction at the Outpatient Polyclinic of Mount Maria Tomohon Hospital. As a suggestion for hospital leaders, especially for outpatient directors at Gunung Maria Tomohon Hospital, it is recommended to set health service standards, particularly for outpatients, to enhance their satisfaction.

INTEGRATING ISLAMIC ETHICS AND CLINICAL SAFETY IN SUNNAH CUPPING THERAPY SERVICES

Isdianto, Andik, Fitrianti, Novariza, Arif, Abdul Hamid, Widada, Wahyudi
Abstract: Sunnah cupping therapy (al-hijamah) is a popular Islamic healing method practiced globally. Despite its spiritual roots, it poses clinical risks, including infections, vasovagal shock, and procedural inconsistencies, often&#8230; en due to non-sterile tools and untrained practitioners. This study aims to explore how Islamic ethical values—sincerity (ikhlas), trust (amanah), and halal compliance—can be integrated with clinical responsibilities such as sterilization protocols, informed consent, and therapist competency. A thematic qualitative literature review was conducted using Islamic jurisprudence, fatwas (DSN-MUI), WHO and Ministry of Health (Indonesia) guidelines from 2015–2025. Findings reveal that neglecting the maqashid sharia principle of hifzh an-nafs (protection of life) contradicts both Islamic ethics and medical safety. Sunnah cupping services rooted in both spiritual values and professional protocols are more trusted by Muslim patients and improve therapeutic legitimacy. This study highlights the urgent need for national SOPs, certified training, and the development of Islamic cupping clinics with integrated protocols. These clinics can serve as models of sharia-compliant, clinically responsible health services. The research offers practical recommendations for Islamic medical institutions and policy-makers in strengthening Islamic-based complementary therapies in modern healthcare systems.