Asy-Syifa: Journal of Science and Technology Nursing
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2023): Asy-Syifa: Journal Of Science and Technology Nursing (March 2023)

The Relationship Of Physical Activity With Cognitive Function In The Elderly In Ciamis Village

Jajuk Kusumawaty (STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis)
Asep Gunawan (STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis)
Devina Sutandi (STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis)



Article Info

Publish Date
20 Mar 2023

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to find out about Ciamis Village. Method: This study uses correlational analytical methods with a cross-sectional approach. The sample in this study totaled 99 respondents. Samples were taken using technique sampling quotas and data collection using Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) questionnaires and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short Form (IPAQ-SF). Data analysis was performed with a chi-square test. The study was conducted in March–April 2022. Results: Based on the results of the study out of 99 respondents there were 48 elderly (98.0%) with less activity experiencing cognitive decline, 1 elderly (2.0%) with less activity having a normal cognitive function, there were 44 elderly (88.0%) with good physical activity having a normal cognitive function, and 6 elderly (12.0%) with good physical activity experiencing a decrease in cognition is a live function. From the results of the chi-square test, it shows that there is a relationship between physical activity and the cognitive function of the elderly in Ciamis Village. Conclusion: Based on the results of this study it was found that better physical activity performed by the elderly results in normal cognitive function or maintenance of cognitive function, conversely if less physical activity results in a decrease in cognitive function.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

asyjstn

Publisher

Subject

Health Professions Nursing Public Health

Description

Asy-Syifa: Journal of Science and Technology Nursing is a nursing journal managed by the S1 Nursing Study Program of STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis that is published twice a year, namely in March and September. The scope of this journal includes community nursing, maternity nursing, mental nursing, ...