AACENDIKIA: Journal of Nursing

Overuse of β₂-Agonist Medications in Patients with Asthma: A Literature Review

2025-11-26T08:58:37+00:00

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways characterized by reversible bronchial obstruction and airway hyperresponsiveness. β₂-agonists, especially short-acting β₂-agonists (SABA), act as quick-relief medications because they do not address the underlying inflammation of asthma. However, excessive use of β₂-agonists increases the risk of severe exacerbations, reduced asthma control, and increased mortality. This study aims to review the characteristics of β₂-agonists and the phenomenon of overuse in asthma patients. A literature review was conducted by searching articles in the Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, and PubMed databases using the keywords “asthma,” “β₂-agonist,” “Short-acting β₂-agonists (SABA),” and “overuse,” covering the period from 2015 to 2025. Selection was performed using the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) method, through a process of screening titles, abstracts, and full-text based on inclusion criteria. SABA overuse was defined as the use of ≥3 canisters per year or exceeding the reasonable limit of reliever use for symptom control. Several countries reported high prevalence of overuse, namely 15.9% in Taiwan, 30% in Sweden, 36–38% in Germany, and 44.8% in Canada. Excessive use of β₂-agonists is associated with an increase in recurrent exacerbations, the need for oral corticosteroids, decreased lung function, and an increased risk of mortality. Therefore, controlling inflammation through the use of inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) remains the mainstay of asthma therapy to prevent complications and reduce dependence on SABA.

Socialization and Simulation Method of Basic Living Assistance (BLA) at SMPN 3 Soppeng City

2025-10-31T06:17:05+00:00

Cardiac arrest is a disease that can occur anywhere and at any time. To effectively handle it, knowledge of basic life support (BHD) is required. Basic life support is the initial treatment for victims of cardiac and respiratory arrest. With proper preparedness in providing basic life support, it is hoped that response efforts can be faster and more precise, thereby minimizing the number of victims. The purpose of this activity was to increase students' knowledge and skills in basic life support. The method used was a lecture, namely the delivery of socialization material and BHD support simulation methods. The results obtained were an increase in student knowledge after the socialization and simulation, as evidenced by the percentage of post-test results that increased compared to the percentage of pre-test results that had been conducted. This activity is expected to be carried out periodically to increase the insight of students and the community.

Relationship Between Anxiety Levels and Sleep Quality of Health Students

2025-10-09T05:34:16+00:00

Anxiety is a situation in which a person faces a situation in the form of unpleasant emotions. It is known that 40% of Indonesian students experience anxiety and 41.2% of students experience anxiety when doing their final project. In addition, 64.2% of college students experience poor sleep quality. The purpose of the researcher is to find out the relationship between anxiety level and sleep quality of Makassar College of Health Sciences students. The type of research used is observational analysis with a cross sectional approach method. The sample in this study was 275 people which were determined using the purposive sampling technique. The results of a statistical test of 275 people using the Kruskal-Wallis test showed that there was a relationship between anxiety level and student sleep quality with a value of p = 0.031 (P < ɑ = 0.05). The conclusion of this study is that there is a relationship between the level of anxiety and the quality of sleep of students at the Makassar College of Health Sciences. It is recommended for students who experience poor sleep quality to do self-therapy to reduce anxiety by means of deep breathing relaxation techniques, listening to music, murotul Al-Quran and avoiding procrastination from work or college assignments.

The Relationship of Peer Social Support to Anxiety Levels of Students in The Preparation of The Final Project of The Study Program Bachelor of Nursing at Mega Buana University Palopo in 2025

2025-07-03T13:47:15+00:00

Anxiety can arise, especially when students face difficulties, such as when they experience anxiety when compiling a final assignment. Students really need motivation and peer cooperation to solve problems that arise during the process of compiling a final assignment. To determine the relationship between social support, especially peers, and the level of anxiety of students in compiling a final assignment for the undergraduate nursing study program at Mega Buana University, Palopo. This study uses a quantitative, correlational design; variable testing uses Spearman's rho. The method applied in this study is cross-sectional, meaning that data are collected simultaneously for the independent and dependent variables. The results of the Spearman's rho statistical test using SPSS version 30 show that the ???? value (0.042) is a value that is smaller than α <0.05, which indicates acceptance of Ha and rejection of H0. Therefore, in compiling the final assignment for the Bachelor of Nursing Study Program at Mega Buana University, Palopo, there is a relationship between peer social support and students' anxiety levels. This is indicated by the correlation coefficient of 0.345, which is interpreted as a moderate, positive relationship. The results of the statistical test indicate that there is a relationship between peer social support and the level of student anxiety in compiling the final assignment of the undergraduate nursing study program at Mega Buana University, Palopo, in 2025, with a positive direction and a significant p-value.

Factors Related to the Incidence of Stunting in Children in the Working Area of the Pontap Health Center, Palopo City in 2025

2025-07-08T16:23:46+00:00

Stress is a physical, mental, and behavioral response to the pressure people experience to adapt and manage internal and external pressures. Stress can affect anyone, including teenagers. The stress experienced by teenagers can be caused by factors such as parental parenting, family support, and feelings of loneliness in the family environment. This Research aims to determine whether factors are associated with stunting among children in the work area of the Pontap Health Center in Palopo City. This type of Research is a quantitative survey Research design with a cross-sectional approach. This Research used a purposive sampling method, with a sample of 53 respondents from the work area of the Pontap Health Center in Palopo City in 2025. The instruments of this Research were a questionnaire and the KMS book. Chi-Square in maternal knowledge Research shows a significance value of ρ=0.001; in research on maternal parenting patterns, it shows a significance value of ρ=0.001; and in socio-economic research, it shows a significance value of ρ=0.041. Mother's knowledge, mother's parenting style, and social economy are factors in the incidence of stunting in the work area of the Pontap Health Center in Palopo City in 2025.

Optimizing the Role of Nurses: Self-Efficacy and Nurse Effective Communication as the Key to Patient Satisfaction

2025-12-10T01:50:04+00:00

Self-efficacy is a crucial determinant affecting the quality of nursing care. Nurses who lack confidence in their ability to deliver quality patient care may precipitate unforeseen incidents that adversely affect the standard of nursing care (Nita & Agustika, 2023). Therapeutic Employee Performance is essential; it is a deliberately strategised and concentrated form of Employee Performance that seeks to facilitate the patient's recovery. All actions and communications from the nurse must be therapeutic for the patient. This study examines nurses' self-efficacy and therapeutic Employee Performance models regarding patient satisfaction. The employed research strategy is a correlational analysis using a cross-sectional design. The sample comprises 100 inpatients at Wijaya Kusuma Hospital, chosen through accidental sampling. The research variables include self-efficacy, therapeutic employee performance, and patient satisfaction. Data collection was conducted via questionnaires, and the data were processed through editing, coding, scoring, and tabulation steps. Subsequently, it underwent analysis using regression testing. The research revealed a P-value of 0.000, demonstrating a significant link among self-efficacy, therapeutic employee performance, and patient satisfaction. This strong association indicates that self-efficacy and therapeutic employee performance may significantly enhance patient satisfaction, thereby benefiting patient visits.

The The Experiences of Community Health Center Nurses in Providing Health Services to Obese Adolescent For Depression Prevention

2026-02-12T22:17:07+00:00

Depression among adolescent girls with obesity is a significant health concern that adversely impacts behavioral, emotional, and cognitive development. Addressing this condition necessitates the robust involvement of primary healthcare services; thus, understanding the lived experiences of community health center (Puskesmas) nurses in caring for this demographic is essential. This study aimed to explore the experiences of Puskesmas nurses in Pekanbaru City to identify practical barriers and inform the development of intervention strategies that are more responsive to adolescents’ psychological needs. A qualitative study utilizing an interpretive phenomenological design was conducted. Nine nurses from five Puskesmas were selected via purposive sampling. Data were gathered through 45-60 minute semi-structured in-depth interviews, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed using the Colaizzi method. The analysis revealed three core themes: (1) the utilization of adolescent health services, (2) the accessibility of healthcare delivery, and (3) specific service requirements for obese adolescent girls in depression prevention. While services were implemented through school outreach, screening, and counseling, their utilization for psychological issues remained suboptimal. Service delivery was further constrained by inconsistent participation, limited personnel, restricted service hours, and promotive-preventive programs that lacked obesity-specific targeting. Identified needs included enhanced information dissemination, strengthened cross-sectoral coordination, and the development of specialized educational media for obesity. Although adolescent health services are available at Puskesmas, they are not yet optimized for preventing depression among adolescents with obesity. This study recommends strengthening targeted programs, enhancing school-level collaboration, and developing structured educational and counseling interventions.