Family Mental Support Towards Children With Diarrhea at Wonosari District Hospital Gunung Kidul Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31674/ijbb.2025.v02i01.002Abstract
Background: Diarrhea is a condition that occurs in the digestive system when a child defecates in liquid form three or more times every day. Families are expected to understand the management of diarrhea in children so they can carry out independent treatment. Families can control anxiety levels while accompanying children who experience diarrhea in hospital.
Objective: This research was conducted to provide mental support to families in the context of caring for children who experience diarrhea.
Methods: The research was applied using a pre-experimental design method by applying case studies to a sample of 41 children with diarrhea in the Amaryllis ward of Wonosari Regional Hospital in April - May 2023. This research was carried out after receiving an Ethical Clearance Test from the hospital.
Results: Family mental support was provided by senior nurses who provide care for parents with children who experience diarrhea. Support is provided using the Myra Levine Theory approach. The results show that the family feels that there is very good mental support from the hospital for the family. Families and patients in general have the enthusiasm to recover and families are equipped with aseptic treatment techniques and good management by nurses.
Conclusion: families get good mental support from nurses, especially when accompanying children who experience diarrhea. Family understanding is provided well regarding the education process and how to provide information on diarrhea treatment management.
Keywords:
mental support, children, dhiarreaReferences
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