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Mastering kanji characters is a crucial aspect of learning the Japanese language, yet many beginner learners face challenges in memorizing their forms, meanings, and readings. To support independent learning, digital applications such as Japanese Kanji Study offer practical and flexible alternatives. This study aims to analyze the features of the Japanese Kanji Study application and evaluate its effectiveness as a learning medium. The research adopts an exploratory qualitative approach, involving a seven-day direct investigation of the application’s core features, along with user reflection and comparison with two similar applications. The results indicate that Japanese Kanji Study provides a user-friendly interface, content organized by JLPT levels, and features that facilitate understanding of meanings, readings, and stroke order of kanji. Over the exploration period, the author successfully learned 35 N5-level kanji characters. User reflections show that the application is effective in improving kanji comprehension, although further development is needed in terms of interactivity and learning motivation. In conclusion, Japanese Kanji Study serves as a valuable self-learning tool for kanji, particularly for beginner learners.  

Degenerative diseases are chronic diseases that can affect a person's quality of life in the future. One example of degenerative diseases is diabetes mellitus and hypertension. Hypertension is defined as one of the most dangerous health problems worldwide because hypertension is a major risk factor that can cause cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack, heart failure, stroke. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between family history, type of work, and stress level on the incidence of hypertension in Kebonkalapa hamlet, Kutapohaci. The research method used a nonparametric test technique using the chi square statistical test and was processed using the IBM SPSS 25 application. The results of the analysis obtained from this study found that family history, type of work, and stress level were not associated with the incidence of hypertension in Kebonkalapa hamlet, Kutapohaci because the p-value was greater than 0.05.    

Hypertension is a chronic disease that often attacks the elderly and can cause serious complications, including stroke and heart disease. This study aims to evaluate the use of antihypertensives and analyze drug interactions based on severity in hospitalized patients at RSU Royal Prima Marelan. The research method is descriptive retrospective of patient medical records in 2024. The results showed that the majority of patients were women (62.5%) aged 60–74 years (50%). The use of a combination of two antihypertensive drugs was most commonly found (40%), with the combination of amlodipine and candesartan being the most frequently used. The severity of the most drug interactions was in the moderate category (82.35%), followed by major (10.50%) and minor (7.14%). The most significant interactions occurred in the combination of candesartan and spironolactone (major), and amlodipine and bisoprolol (moderate).    

Hypertension is a major cause of heart failure, stroke and kidney failure. Prevalence of hypertension in Indonesia in the urban and rural areas ranged between 17-21%. Smoking is one cause that can affect blood pressure. The aim of this research is to discover the relationship between the smoking activity and hypertension on men aged 45 year-old and older in Klinik Pratama Cinangsih Medika Cianjur. This research is a correlative descriptive. The approach used cross-sectional with total samples were 98 respondents. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. The instrument used in this study was questionnaire. Data was obtained through questionnaires distribution and interviews, and blood pressure measurement. The data collected was processed by using Chi-square statistical test with degree of significance p value < 0.05. The result showed 74 people (75,5%) smoked and those who suffered hypertension were 75 people (76,5%). From bivariate test result showed there is relationship between number of cigarettes taken and hypertension (p = 0,005), there is relationship between way of smoking and hypertension (p = 0,008), there was no relationship between smoking duration and hypertension (p = 0,059), there is relationship between type of cigarette and hypertension (p = 0,027), and there is relationship between the activity of smoking and hypertension (p = 0,007). Suggestions the researcher can propose concerning this research are to reduce hypertension risk as the effect of smoking, cigarette consuming should be decreased gradually to stop smoking in advance, the result of this research can be served as reference in dealing with patients suffering for hypertension, especially, in Cianjur. Keywords: Smoking activity (number of cigarette, way of smoking, smoking duration, sort of cigarette), Hypertension.  

Reported that hypertension contributes to around 9.4 million deaths worldwide each year. This makes it one of the main risk factors for cardiovascular disease and related deaths. The prevalence of hypertension in individuals aged 18-39 years shows a figure of around 7.5%. At the global level, stroke, heart disease, and hypertension rank first, second, and twenty-ninth in causes of death. In Indonesia, the percentage of deaths from 50 diseases that cause death shows that stroke contributes 23.48%, heart disease 9.89%, and hypertension 3.02%. This study is a quantitative descriptive study with a cross-sectional approach that aims to describe the blood pressure profile in students. The population in this study were active students aged 18-23 years. The sampling technique used the purposive sampling method. The results showed that the average blood pressure in men tended to be higher than in women. Blood pressure in male students was an average of 128.9 / 83.25 mmHg and women 118.25 / 76 mmHg. The average blood pressure in men is included in the pre-hypertension category. Various factors cause hypertension at a young age, mainly caused by lifestyle, diet, smoking behavior and lack of physical activity. High blood pressure in young adults is strongly associated with an increased risk of heart and kidney disease later in life. Therefore, various forms of prevention are needed, especially related to behavioral changes so that complications do not occur in the future.

The incidence of short toddlers or commonly called stunting is one of the nutritional problems experienced by toddlers in the world today. Stunting is a chronic condition in toddlers that describes inhibited body growth due to nutritional deficiencies in the long term. Stunting can have a bad impact on a person both in the short and long term. The adverse impact in the short term is disruption of brain development, intelligence, physical growth disorders, and metabolic disorders in the body. Meanwhile, the long-term adverse effects are decreased cognitive ability and learning achievement, decreased immunity, and a high risk of diabetes, obesity, heart and vascular disease, cancer, stroke, and disability in old age. Objective: To analyze the corellation between the level of knowledge and the incidence of stunting in toddlers at the UPTD Panarung Palangka Raya Health Center and to analyze the relationship between the age of the mother during pregnancy and the incidence of stunting in toddlers at the UPTD Panarung Health Center Palangka Raya. Methods: The design of this study is correlational (Non-Experimental), a type of cross sectional approach; the sample is 59 respondents at the UPTD Panarung Health Center. Results: Based on the results of the Spearman Rank statistical test, a value of p 0.000 < 0.05 can be concluded that H1 is accepted, meaning that there is a meaningful corellation between maternal knowledge and stunting incidence. And the results of  the Spearman Rank  statistical test obtained a value of p 0.009 < 0.05, it can be concluded that H1 is accepted, meaning that there is a meaningful corellation between the mother's age and the incidence of stunting. Conclusion: The results of this study show that there is a corellation between the level of awareness and the incidence of stunting in toddlers. And there is a corellation between the age of the mother during pregnancy and the incidence  of stunting in toddlers.

Hypertension is a significant health issue as it serves as a major risk factor for various diseases, including heart disease, kidney failure, diabetes mellitus, and stroke. One pharmacological method that can help lower blood pressure is consuming boiled moringa leaf (Moringa oleifera) extract. This study aims to analyze the effects of consuming boiled moringa leaf extract on reducing blood pressure in individuals with hypertension in Sebauk Village, within the working area of Meskom Public Health Center, Bengkalis District. This study employed a case study method with a descriptive design. The research findings indicate that before consuming boiled moringa leaf extract, the systolic blood pressure of the respondents ranged from 145 mmHg to 165 mmHg, with an average of 152.81 mmHg. Meanwhile, the diastolic blood pressure ranged from 90 mmHg to 120 mmHg, with an average of 96.19 mmHg. After the administration of boiled moringa leaf extract, the systolic blood pressure of the respondents decreased, ranging from 130 mmHg to 160 mmHg, with an average of 138.44 mmHg. Additionally, the diastolic blood pressure dropped to a range of 80 mmHg to 100 mmHg, with an average of 85.31 mmHg. Based on these findings, it is recommended that Meskom Public Health Center educate the community about the risks of hypertension and its prevention and management, including consuming boiled moringa leaf extract as a natural alternative to help lower blood pressure.

Stroke occurs due to a blockage or rupture of blood vessels in the brain, leading to tissue damage and functional impairment, which can result in death. Post-stroke patients require long-term medical rehabilitation for recovery and relapse prevention. However, patient compliance with rehabilitation is often low. Factors influencing compliance include knowledge about rehabilitation, motivation to recover, and family support, all of which play a crucial role in the success of rehabilitation.This study aims to analyze the relationship between knowledge, motivation, and family support with the compliance of post-stroke patients in undergoing medical rehabilitation. This research employs a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design, using total sampling of 44 respondents. Data were collected through questionnaires and statistically analyzed using the Somers’ d test. The study results showed that among the 44 respondents, 72.5% had a moderate level of knowledge, 79.5% had high motivation, 52.3% received moderate family support, and 90.9% demonstrated a high level of compliance. The correlation between knowledge and compliance was 0.490 with a p-value of 0.021, while the correlation between motivation and compliance was 0.600 with a p-value of 0.034. There is a significant relationship between knowledge, motivation, and family support with the compliance of post-stroke patients in undergoing medical rehabilitation.

This Community Service (PkM) activity is intended to solve problems that exist in certain community groups in adulthood. Hypertension can result in dangerous diseases such as heart disease and stroke if not treated in the long term. The PkM team provides education to provide solutions. The PkM activity implementation team collaborates with the local village government. The method used in this activity is counseling on hypertension from a team of nursing lecturers and nursing students during Field Learning Practice starting from anthropometric examination activities, blood pressure, blood sugar supplemented by interviews with the community. The respondents used in this educational activity were 35 people. The output of the PkM that has been implemented is in the form of reports and publications of articles so that they can be accessed by all parties who need related articles.

Stroke can lead to disability and weakness, resulting in a decline in functional abilities and making patients dependent on others. Independence in performing daily activities is crucial for post-stroke patients as it fosters a sense of purpose and improves their spirit for life, ultimately having a positive impact on their quality of life. Blood pressure control and self-efficacy play significant roles in managing independence and improving the quality of life for post-stroke patients. To determine the relationship between blood pressure control and self-efficacy with the Katz Index and the quality of life in post-stroke patients. This quantitative study employed a correlational design with a cross-sectional approach. Data were collected using questionnaires distributed to 70 respondents. The sampling method used was non-probability sampling with accidental sampling. The data were analyzed using Lambda and Spearman’s rank correlation tests. The findings revealed that most respondents had controlled blood pressure (50 respondents), high self-efficacy (51 respondents), Katz Index category A (52 respondents), and a high quality of life (54 respondents). The study concludes that there is a relationship between blood pressure control and self-efficacy with the Katz Index and the quality of life in post-stroke patients.

Masalah kesehatan internasional adalah hipertensi, penyebab utama gagal ginjal, stroke, dan penyakit jantung. Diperkirakan 34,1% orang di Indonesia menderita hipertensi, dan sebagian besar dari mereka tidak mendapatkan pengobatan. Meskipun Puskesmas Welahan 1 menangani hipertensi, pasien sering mengalami kesulitan mengontrol tekanan darah mereka karena berbagai macam obat yang tersedia. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui seberapa efektif terapi monoterapi dan kombinasi untuk mencapai target tekanan darah pasien hipertensi di Puskesmas Welahan 1 dan bagaimana berbagai obat mempengaruhi kontrol tekanan darah. Data dari 60 pasien hipertensi yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi dianalisis selama tiga bulan menggunakan pendekatan cross-sectional. Digunakan statistik inferensial dan deskriptif, seperti uji chi-square. Tidak ada korelasi signifikan antara kontrol tekanan darah sistolik dan diastolik dan jenis terapi obat (p > 0,05). Namun, pasien yang menerima amlodipine atau amlodipine + captopril lebih mampu mengontrol tekanan darah mereka, dengan rasio kemungkinan 0,857 untuk tekanan sistolik dan 6,429 untuk tekanan diastolik, masing-masing.  Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa terapi kombinasi mungkin membantu mengontrol tekanan darah diastolik, meskipun jenis obat tidak mempengaruhi tekanan darah secara langsung

Stroke is a disease that causes stroke sufferers of depend on other people for ADL (Activity Daily Living). Family support is important for stroke sufferers so they don’t give up and can fulfill their spiritual needs. This research aims to analyze the relationship between spirituality needs and family support with ADL (Activity Daily Living). With this third factor, stroke patients can maintain optimal health. This research is descriptive research using a quantitative approach. The population of this study was 113 people. The sample used was 88 respondents using a cross sectional approach. Data were collected using the Daily Spiritual Experience Scale (DSES) questionnaire, the family support questionnaire, and the Bartel Index Questionnaire. Bivariate analysis test of the relationship between spirituality needs in stroke patients who experience impaired physical mobility using the gamma coefficient test obtained a p value of 0.040 and a correlation value (r) of 0.0338. The bivariate analysis test of the relationship between family support in stroke patients using the gamma coefficient test obtained a p value of 0.017 and a correlation value (r) of -0.468. There is a relationship between the need for spirituality and family support with ADL (Activity Daily Living) in stroke patients who experience impaired physical mobility at RSI Sultan Agung Semarang.

This study aims to analyze the effect of body angle variations on propulsion force, drag coefficient, and freestyle swimming performance using a biomechanical approach. Movement efficiency in swimming plays a crucial role in improving athlete performance. This study employed a quantitative experimental design with university or club-level swimmers with at least three years of training experience as subjects. Subjects were selected through purposive sampling with the criteria of being healthy, familiar with freestyle techniques, and willing to follow the research procedures. The instruments used included 3D motion capture to record body angles and movement coordination, force sensors to measure propulsion force and drag coefficient, and a timekeeping system to calculate average speed. The body angle variations tested were 0°, 15°, and 30°, each with three replications. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics to describe the mean, standard deviation, and data distribution, and comparative statistics (ANOVA or paired t-test) to compare performance between angle variations. The results showed that a 15° body angle provided optimal performance, with increased average speed and propulsion efficiency compared to 0° and 30° body angles. These findings confirm that body angle regulation plays a crucial role in reducing water resistance and increasing propulsion. The study concluded that a 15° body angle is the ideal position for improving freestyle swimming performance. Further research is recommended to expand the number of subjects, explore variations in other swimming strokes, and integrate physiological data for more comprehensive results.

stroke causes physical mobility disorders, having an impact on the patient's ability to personal hygiene. This study aims to analyze the relationship between family support and the fulfillment of    personal hygiene needs in stroke patients who experience physical mobility disorders. a type of quantitative research, using an observational analytical design of a cross-sectional approach. Purposiv sampling technique. The number of sample was 113 people to 88 respondents. The research instrument used a family and personal hygine support questionnaire  bivariate analysis test with gamma coefficient test obtained a p value of 0.001, ,a coefis value . Personal hygiene in stroke patients who experience impaired physical mobility. The higher the family support, the higher the fulfillment of personal hygiene needs in stroke patients.  

  Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide and significantly impacts patients' quality of life. Physical mobility impairment can reduce patients' independence, while spirituality potentially enhances coping mechanisms. This study aims to evaluate the relationship between spirituality level and the quality of life of stroke patients with physical mobility impairment at RSI Sultan Agung, Semarang. This study employs a descriptive quantitative design with a correlational approach. A total of 88 respondents were selected through simple random sampling and assessed using the Daily Spiritual Experience Scale (DSES) and WHOQOL-BREF. Results indicate that most respondents have a moderate level of spirituality (44.32%) and good quality of life (31.82%). Spearman correlation analysis shows no significant relationship between spirituality level and quality of life (r = 0.134; p = 0.212). Nevertheless, a holistic approach incorporating physical, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects remains essential for enhancing patient well-being.

Stroke is one of the leading causes of long-term disability worldwide. Stroke survivors often experience severe disabilities, particularly in their ability to walk and perform daily physical activities independently. Many are unable to ambulate without assistance, even after reaching a certain level of independence. These persistent impairments contribute to a decreased quality of life and increase the risk of long-term complications. This study aims to determine the self-perceived difficulty in performing Activities of Daily Living (ADL) among ischemic stroke patients. The research employed a quantitative descriptive design and involved 25 ischemic stroke patients selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected at Banda General Hospital using the Barthel Index (BI) assessment tool to evaluate the patients' level of independence in carrying out daily activities, both before and after receiving physiotherapy. The results showed that, prior to physiotherapy, 10 respondents (40%) were in the category of severe dependency, requiring significant assistance to perform ADL. Following physiotherapy intervention, there was a decrease in the number of patients in the severe dependency category, indicating an improvement in functional independence. These findings suggest that physiotherapy plays an important role in supporting recovery and enhancing the ability of ischemic stroke patients to carry out daily activities. Patients’ self-perceived difficulties are also essential indicators in designing more personalized and effective rehabilitation programs.

Cardiovascular disease especially coronary heart disease (CHD) and stroke, is the main cause of global death, with increased blood lipid levels as one of the risk factors. This research offers the potential of anthocyanin-rich berry supplements in reducing low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels and improving blood lipid profiles through a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trial studies (RCTs). Data was collected from various databases and filtered based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Analysis shows that consumption of berry supplements containing anthocyanins can reduce LDL-C levels by 0.29 mmol/L compared to the control group, with a p value <0.05 and I2 = 79%, indicating that the variation between these studies is heterogeneous. These findings are in line with previous research which showed a 13.6% reduction in serum LDL-C levels in the group consuming anthocyanins. In the whortleberry exposure group, the results showed that of the two journal articles analyzed, the data points fell outside the confidence interval (CI), indicating there was no significant difference in the results of the studies. The use of anthocyanins on berries other than whortleberries showed a significant effect, while on whortleberries, the difference with or without anthocyanins was not significant. The results of this study emphasize the importance of consuming anthocyanin-rich berry supplements in improving blood lipid profiles and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, and support the development of anthocyanin-based nutritional supplements as an effective public health strategy.

Background: Decubitus is a condition where external pressure causes local tissue damage or injury. It usually affects people with chronic illnesses who spend a lot of time in bed. Trauma and surgery can cause damage to the integrity of the skin, but long-term pressure on the skin can also cause irritation and the formation of decubitus, or pressure sores. People who have nerve damage from stroke, traumatic injury, diabetes or coma are also more likely to develop decubitus. However, decubitus of the back or spine still affects a large number of patients today. Objective: To determine the effect of back massage with virgin coconut oil on the risk of decubitus in stroke patients. Methods: The study used a type of quantitative research with an experimental one group pre-post test design. The sample consisted of 17 respondents. Sampling was determined using the Lemeshow formula technique. The data obtained was analyzed using the Mann-Whitney test. Results: In this study, significant results were obtained with a p value of 0.001 (p <0.5). This means that there is an effect of back massage with virgin coconut oil on the risk of decubitus in stroke patients.  Conclusion: There is an effect of back massage with virgin coconut oil on the risk of decubitus in stroke patients.

Bell’s Palsy is an acute peripheral facial nerve paralysis that causes unilateral facial weakness. The exact cause remains unclear but is suspected to involve anatomical factors, infections, viral reactivation (especially Herpes Simplex Virus), ischemia, inflammation, and cold exposure. The incidence is 20-30 per 100,000 people annually, with no gender or age preference, though it is more common in middle-aged and elderly individuals. Risk factors include diabetes, pregnancy, preeclampsia, obesity, and hypertension. Symptoms develop suddenly, peaking within 48 hours, and include facial asymmetry, difficulty closing the eyes, eating, speaking, and sensory-motor disturbances. Most cases recover spontaneously within weeks to months, but corticosteroids and antiviral therapy can accelerate recovery. Proper diagnosis is crucial as Bell’s Palsy is often mistaken for stroke or other neurological disorders.

Heart rate is an important indicator of overall heart health. Changes in heart rate can indicate underlying health problems, even before other symptoms appear, especially for the elderly population who are vulnerable to cardiovascular issues such as heart disease, stroke, and arrhythmia. Therefore, a heart rate monitoring device is needed that can monitor heart rate and allow early detection of such cardiovascular disorders. Along with modern technological advancements, heart rate monitoring devices are now available for everyone, but heart signal diagnosis still needs to be conducted by doctors or medical professionals. A heart monitor can be made using a heart rate sensor attached to a NodeMCU device. The Pulse Sensor, which functions to detect human heartbeats, can be placed in three measurement locations: on the finger, hand, or forehead. The data is then processed by NodeMCU, and the measurement results, which are Beats Per Minute (BPM), will be displayed on a website and stored in a database. The test results show that the average heart rate measurement using the device is 74 BPM, while the manual measurement is 74 BPM, with an accuracy of 97.74%, and it takes 60 seconds to display the average Beats Per Minute (BPM).