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Jurnal VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
ISSN : -     EISSN : 26568799     DOI : https://doi.org/10.52221/jvnus
Core Subject : Health,
Journal VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science) is an Electronic Journal managed by the DIII Nursing Study Program of STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis. This journal is published regularly 2 times a year (May and November), and is a facility for the academic community in the health and nursing fields. The scope of this journal includes manuscripts in the fields of medical-surgical nursing, emergency and disaster nursing, critical nursing, pediatric nursing, maternity nursing, mental health nursing, gerontological nursing, community health nursing, management and leadership nursing. The VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science) journal accommodates the work of lecturers, students, and other health experts as a means of scientific publication.
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Application of Breast Care to Fulfill the Pain Comfort in Post Partum Mothers with Swollen Breasts Elis Roslianti; Ade Fitriani; Rosmalina Hoerunisa
Jurnal Vocational Nursing Sciences (VNUS) Vol 4 No 2 (2022): JURNAL VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/jvnus.v4i2.311

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Objective: The purpose of this study was to provide postpartum health care through breastfeeding (ASI) to increase milk production for mothers after giving birth. Method: The method used is descriptive and based on a case study approach. with the random sampling technique. The sample elements examined in this case study were postpartum patients with inefficient breastfeeding problems, using data collection techniques such as interviews, observations, physical examinations, and documentation studies. Result: The findings of the study indicated that the diagnosis was established, namely that breastfeeding was not successful due to insufficient milk supply. Procedures and procedures are breast care or breast care to improve blood flow and prevent blockage of the milk ducts to facilitate milk production. Conclusion: Maternity care for postpartum clients with ineffective breastfeeding problems is an insurmountable problem. As a result, after 3 days of undergoing breast care, the patient breastfeeds quite profusely.
A Case Study of Congklak Play Therapy for Children to Improve Social Interaction Due to Gadget Addiction Andan Firmansyah; Henri Setiawan; Nizar Ahmad
Jurnal Vocational Nursing Sciences (VNUS) Vol 3 No 2 (2021): JURNAL VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/jvnus.v3i2.313

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Objective: To see the effectiveness of congklak play therapy in increasing social interaction in children because of gadget addiction. Method: The research design used is a case study research method with a descriptive research type. The research subject used was a school-age child client with social interaction problems due to gadget addiction. Result: Subjectively, the client experiences an increase in interaction with the people around him and a decrease in the intensity of his use of gadgets. Clients can better control their emotions, and there is an increase in learning. Likewise, objectively, the client seems to be able to control his emotions and often interacts with the people around him. Conclusion: After doing research on An. M., the data obtained by the client's mother complains that the client rarely interacts with other people; the client often plays gadgets until he forgets the time; and when the gadget is taken, he often gets angry. The client's mother gets information from the client's school teacher that the client is less cooperative while studying at school. Based on the assessment, the diagnosis that emerged was social interaction disorder. The author conducted an intervention to overcome social interaction disturbances for four days. The intervention that the author has done is to provide congklak play therapy. After the intervention, the client's signs and symptoms of impaired social interaction diminished. The client has often interacted with people around him by using his gadget a little less.
Nursing Care for Unstable Angina Pectoris with the Intervention of Foot Massage Techniques to Reduce Pain Scale Iif Taufiq El Haque; Asep Gunawan; Nur Hidayat; Elza Dwi Zuvita
Jurnal Vocational Nursing Sciences (VNUS) Vol 3 No 2 (2021): JURNAL VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/jvnus.v3i2.315

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Unstable angina pectoris or angina sitting is a chronic syndrome in which the client gets a typical attack of left chest pain, which is like being pressed or stabbed. Based on data from the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2015, it showed that as many as 17.5 billion people in the world died from cardiovascular disease. Indonesia ranks fourth as the country with the highest number of deaths from cardiovascular disease. The main symptom that often appears is chest pain, and one of the non-pharmacological techniques that can be used to reduce pain is non-pharmacological foot massage. The objective of this study is to present care with foot massage technical interventions to overcome chest pain scales and pain scale measurement tools using the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) for unstable Angina Pectoris clients with acute pain in the Memory Room of the Banjar City Hospital. The research design method used is descriptive analysis with a case study approach. Subjects in this case study were adult patients who experienced unstable angina pectoris with acute pain problems. Data collection techniques include interviews, observation, physical examination, and documentation studies. Result The results of the case study at the assessment stage found that the client complained of chest pain. The intervention and implementation used to reduce chest pain is giving foot massage techniques for 60 minutes when chest pain complaints occur. After the intervention, the client's pain scale decreased from 4 (0–10) to 1 (0–10), while subjective data from anamnesis showed that the client said chest pain had decreased. Conclusion The conclusion of nursing care for patients who experience unstable angina pectoris with chest pain problems is well resolved. Intervention with foot massage technique is effective against pain scale.
Giving Classical Music Therapy to Reduce Pain Intensity in Post Sectio Caesarea Patients Iif Taufiq El Haque; Elis Roslianti; Heni Heryani; Desry Desry
Jurnal Vocational Nursing Sciences (VNUS) Vol 4 No 2 (2022): JURNAL VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/jvnus.v4i2.316

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Objective: This case study aims to examine the effect of classical music therapy interventions on patients undergoing caesarean sections. Method: The approach chosen for the study is a descriptive method using a case study approach and nursing care approach that involves assessment, formulating nursing diagnoses, implementing interventions, and evaluating carried out for 3 days in the Lotus 2 room BLUD RSU Banjar City and referring to the SDKI, SLKI, and SIKI books. This case study research used one patient to be used as a subject, and the selection of participants used accidental sampling. Data collection techniques used by the author include interviews, observation, physical examination, and documentation studies using the SOAPIER method. Result: Nursing diagnosis Acute pain related to physical injury agents (surgery, birth canal trauma, episiotomy) with the diagnosis number D.0077 The patient experiences pain in the wound area post-sectio caesarea surgery in the abdominal region, which is indicated by the patient's complaint. They mention that pain is felt when engaging in excessive movement, there is a postoperative wound in the abdominal area, and the patient grimaced when moving. The pain scale is 8 (0–10), and with intervention given for 3 days with a duration of 15 minutes a day, acute pain nursing problems, which were originally a scale of 8 (0–10), have decreased to a scale of 4 (0–10). Conclusion: There is evidence to suggest that the use of classical music therapy can help reduce pain in patients who have had a caesarean section. From May 31, 2023, to June 2, 2023, nursing interventions involving classical music therapy were carried out for 15 minutes each day. During this period, the patient's pain decreased from level 8 on a scale of 0 to 10 to level 4 on the same scale. These changes indicate that the acute pain has been partially relieved.
Case Study of Intervention using Mint Leaf Aroma Therapy in Bronchial Asthma Patients Dadi Hamdani; Elis Roslianti; Ade Fitriani; Dhani Andriansyah
Jurnal Vocational Nursing Sciences (VNUS) Vol 4 No 1 (2022): JURNAL VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/jvnus.v4i1.317

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Objective: This case study was conducted to present interventions and to see the effectiveness of using mint leaf aromatherapy interventions in improving ineffective breathing problems in clients with bronchial asthma. Method: The research design used was a descriptive method with a case study approach, which included an intensive study of one unit of asthma cases with ineffective breathing patterns. Enforcement of nursing diagnoses refers to the Indonesian Nursing Diagnosis Standards (IDHS). Indonesian Nursing Intervention Standards (SIKI) and Indonesian Nursing Outcomes Standards (SLKI) The focus of the intervention in this case study was giving mint leaf aromatherapy, which was carried out for 3 days in the emergency room at the Banjar City Public Hospital. Nursing evaluations are documented using the SOAPIER method. Result: Based on the results of the study conducted on Mr. S on May 28, 2023, it was found that Mr. S was 48 years old with a medical diagnosis of bronchial asthma with a nursing problem, namely an ineffective breathing pattern associated with difficulty breathing (D.0005). After the act of giving aromatherapy for 3 days to the patient, which aims to reduce shortness of breath by widening the airways and thinning the phlegm, The results obtained in the Tn.S. patient said that it was better than before; there was no coughing up phlegm, no wheezing breath sounds, BP: 140/110 MmHg, pulse: 90x/minute, temperature: 36.5°C, RR: 23x/minute, and SpO: 99%. Conclusion: The mint leaf aromatherapy intervention has proven to be useful for increasing respiration and spo within normal limits, The benefits of this therapy will be maximized if it is carried out periodically and gradually
Back Massage Relaxation Therapy Intervention and Measurement of Client Fatigue Score in Congested Heart Failure Clients with Activity Intolerance Disorder Iif Taufiq El Haque; Asep Gunawan; Nur Hidayat; Sukmara Aji Falah
Jurnal Vocational Nursing Sciences (VNUS) Vol 4 No 1 (2022): JURNAL VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/jvnus.v4i1.319

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Objective: Congestive heart failure is a condition where the heart is unable to pump adequate blood to meet the needs of the network. If the supply in the blood cannot flow to parts of the body, it can cause the body to experience weakness, lethargy, and usually tire easily, so that it will experience problems, namely activity intolerance. One of the non-pharmacological interventions that can be done is relaxation therapy, one of which is back massage therapy, and measuring fatigue scores. This study was conducted to present nursing care to congestive heart failure clients with activity intolerance problems with back massage interventions and to measure client fatigue scores in the Kenanga Room at Banjar City Hospital. Method: The method in this study is a descriptive case study and a subjective questionnaire that aims to describe the nursing care of congestive heart failure clients with activity intolerance disorders with back massage interventions and measure fatigue scores using FACIT (Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy) questionnaires for clients in the memory room of RSUD Kota Banjar. The approach used in this case study is the process of nursing care, which includes assessment, intervention, diagnosis, implementation, and evaluation of nursing. Data collection techniques include interviews, observation, physical examination, and documentation studies. Subjects in this study were patients who experienced congestive heart failure with activity intolerance problems. Result: At the assessment stage, it is known that the client complains that the body is tired easily. The intervention given is energy management according to the SIKI book, and adding back massage therapy and measuring the client's fatigue score are carried out for 3 days. After the intervention was carried out, the client said that he was tired, and the client's fatigue score had increased. Conclusion: Nursing care for clients who experience congestive heart failure with activity intolerance problems using back massage therapy is effective in overcoming client fatigue.
Application of Semi Fowler Position to Inaffectiveness of Breathing Patterns in Congestive Heart Failure (Chf) Patients Iif Taufiq El Haque; Asep Gunawan; Sari Puspayanti
Jurnal Vocational Nursing Sciences (VNUS) Vol 3 No 1 (2021): JURNAL VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/jvnus.v3i1.325

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Objective: This study aims to present care with semi-Fowler's intervention as an effort to overcome shortness of breath in congestive heart failure patients with ineffective breathing patterns in the Kenanga Room, BLUD RSU Kota Banjar. Method: Descriptive analysis plus a case study technique make up the research design. Adult patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) and dysfunctional breathing patterns were the study's subjects. Interviews, observation, physical examinations, and documentation studies are a few of the methods of data collection. Result: The results of the case study at the assessment stage found that the client complained of shortness of breath. The intervention and implementation used to reduce shortness of breath is by giving the semi-Fowler's position by positioning the patient half-sitting or 45 degrees, while the shortness lasts. After the intervention, the client's breathing frequency decreased from 28 x/minute to 22 x/minute, while the subjective data from the anamnesis showed that the client's shortness of breath was reduced. Conclusion: The conclusion of nursing care in patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) with shortness of breath is well resolved. Intervention in the semi-fowler's position is effective in reducing respiratory frequency.
Implementation of Non-Pharmacological Therapy by Giving Melon Fruit (Cucumis Melo L) to Patients with Hypertension Asep Gunawan; Dedi Supriadi; Alfi Fadilah
Jurnal Vocational Nursing Sciences (VNUS) Vol 5 No 1 (2023): JURNAL VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/jvnus.v5i1.336

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Objective: This case study is to implement non-pharmacological therapy by administering melon fruit to reducing blood pressure in hypertensive patients. Method: This study uses descriptive analysis with a case study approach. This case study is to describe, objectively describe, and explore in-depth data regarding nursing care for hypertensive patients with ineffective family management problems in the Health UPTD Work Area of the Cikoneng Health Center. When conducting research, the authors also make observations at certain times in the form of assessments, nursing diagnoses, interventions, implementation, and evaluation. Providing non-pharmacological therapy to eat melons to reduce high blood pressure and respondents' adherence to eating melons The observation began after being given health education, which aimed to find out whether there was adherence to eating melons and whether there was a change in blood pressure or no change. This study was conducted on Mrs. C with hypertension in Colendra Hamlet, RT.13 RW.05, Sindangsari Village, Cikoneng District, Ciamis Regency, in the working area of the UPTD Cikoneng Health Center from March 31 to April 3, 2023, for 4 days of visit. Result Based on the results of an assessment of hypertensive family members and there were nursing diagnoses assigned to the family, namely ineffective family health management, related to the inability of the family to care for sick family members and the inability of the family to make the right decisions. Given the intervention and implementation of non-pharmacological therapy of melon fruit to reduce the patient's blood pressure. The implementation was given for 3 days, the patient's blood pressure gradually decreased from 160/100 MmHg to 150/90 MmHg, but had not yet reached normal levels. So that the action of giving melon fruit can be continued and applied in daily life independently. Conclusion: Giving non-pharmacological therapy giving melon fruit has proven to be useful for lowering blood pressure in hypertensive patients, the benefits of therapy will be maximized if done regularly and gradually.
Implementation of Deep Breath Relaxation Techniques As An Effort to Overcome Shortness Of Breath in Congestive Heart Failure Patients Asep Gunawan; Nur Hidayat; Sinta Siti Rahmah
Jurnal Vocational Nursing Sciences (VNUS) Vol 5 No 2 (2023): JURNAL VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/jvnus.v5i2.338

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Introduction: Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a cardiovascular disease that is defined as a deadly disease in the world. CHF is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood to meet the needs of oxygen and nutrients in the body's tissues. Objective: To present care with deep breathing relaxation interventions as an effort to overcome shortness of breath in congestive heart failure patients with ineffective breathing patterns. Method: The research design used is descriptive analysis with a case study approach. Subjects in this case study were adult patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) and ineffective breathing patterns. Data collection techniques include interviews, observation, physical examination, and documentation studies. Result: The case study at the assessment stage found that the client complained of shortness of breath. The intervention and implementation used to reduce shortness of breath is by providing breathing relaxation exercises for 10 minutes when complaints of shortness of breath are felt. After the intervention, the client's breathing frequency decreased from 28 x/minute to 22 x/minute, while the subjective data from the anamnesis showed that the client's shortness of breath was reduced. Conclusion: Nursing care for patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) and shortness of breath is well managed. Providing deep breathing relaxation interventions is effective in reducing respiratory frequency.
Improving Interaction Ability in Social Isolation Patients by Application of Group Activity Therapy Suhanda Suhanda; Andan Firmansyah; Lidia Naela Sangadah
Jurnal Vocational Nursing Sciences (VNUS) Vol 4 No 1 (2022): JURNAL VNUS (Vocational Nursing Science)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/jvnus.v4i1.349

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Objective: To find out the description of nursing care giving group activity therapy socialization: Ability to introduce oneself, ability to make acquaintances, and ability to overcome social isolation and withdrawal disorders in schizophrenic patients at BLUD RSU Banjar City Method: This study uses a qualitative descriptive method with a case study approach. The author takes one client as the subject of a case study that fits the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The author collects data by means of observation and documentation. The focus of the intervention is to use group activity therapy interventions. Results: The results of the case studies at the review stage showed that they did not want to meet many people, the client's eye contact was lacking, and there was no interaction with fellow patients in the passive ward. The intervention used in this case study is a strategy of implementing social isolation with a focus on social interaction skills. The focused intervention used is the application of social isolation group activity therapy. Conclusion: During the three-meeting intervention, there was a change in social interaction skills, both in the ability to introduce oneself, the ability to make acquaintances, and the ability to converse, from a score of 0 to a score of 4.