ANALISIS GAMBARAN KOLABORASI PETUGAS KESEHATAN DALAM PENURUNAN BERAT BADAN PASIEN STROKE ISKEMIK

Abstract

Stroke is a disorder of local or extensive brain function that occurs suddenly, quickly, and can cause death. Obesity is known as one of the causes of hypertension and stroke. Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple tool to monitor the nutritional status especially that is related to underweight and overweight status. The purpose of this study was to determine the analysis of the picture of collaboration between health workers in reducing the weight of patients with ischemic stroke in general hospital of Makassar. This research used descriptive design. Samples were taken by purposive sampling with 10 stroke patients who had BMI > 25. This study is conducted by observations and interviews. The instrument used an observation sheet containing demographic data, measurements of blood pressure, weight, and height. Health worker collaboration in reducing stroke patients' weight is more towards health education to patients and families. Health education in the form of a recommended diet such as high fiber, low salt, adequate mineral water intake, and increase physical activity, if there are no contraindications to medical diagnosis by a doctor. Weight loss requires a process and the changes are not immediately visible in a short time, it depending on the length of stay in the hospital, so that consistency in diet and physical activity is needed at home.