Profile of Characteristics and Knowledge of Pregnant Women Regarding Hyperemesis Gravidarum at Ubung Health Center
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https://doi.org/10.37824/edsyph95Keywords:
Characteristics, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Knowledge, Maternal health, Pregnant womenAbstract
Hyperemesis gravidarum is one of the pregnancy complications characterized by excessive nausea and vomiting that may cause health problems for both the mother and the fetus. Pregnant women’s knowledge about this condition is crucial to prevent further negative impacts. This study aimed to describe the characteristics and knowledge level of pregnant women regarding hyperemesis gravidarum at Ubung Health Center, Central Lombok, in 2025. A descriptive quantitative research design was employed, involving 35 respondents selected using a total sampling technique. A structured questionnaire was used to measure respondents’ characteristics and knowledge, and the data were analyzed descriptively in frequency distributions. The findings indicated that most respondents were aged 20–35 years (54.3%), had a secondary education background (45.7%), and were housewives (62.9%). Knowledge levels about hyperemesis gravidarum were mostly categorized as moderate (51.4%), while the rest were good (25.7%) and poor (22.9%). These results highlight the need for more intensive health education efforts to improve pregnant women’s understanding of hyperemesis gravidarum, thereby supporting prevention and early management.
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