HUBUNGAN KEPATUHAN MENGONSUMSI TABLET FE DENGAN KADAR HEMOGLOBIN (Hb) DALAM PENCEGAHAN ANEMIA PADA IBU HAMIL DI UPTD PUSKESMAS PAHANDUT KOTA PALANGKA RAYA

Abstract

Anemia in pregnancy is a global health issue with high prevalence in Indonesia, caused by iron deficiency in pregnant women. The government provides a free iron tablet program as a preventive measure against anemia. The effectiveness of this program depends on the level of compliance among pregnant women in consuming the tablets. Data from the UPTD Pahandut Health Center shows an increase in cases of pregnancy anemia from 2022 to 2024. This indicates that many pregnant women are still not adhering to the recommended intake of Fe tablets. Objective: This study analyzes the correlation between compliance in taking iron tablets and hemoglobin (Hb) levels in pregnant women at the UPTD Puskesmas Pahandut in Palangka Raya City. The study used a correlational design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 42 pregnant women using accidental sampling. Data were collected through observation forms and Hb measurements using a digital Hb meter. Data analysis was conducted using univariate and bivariate methods, employing the Spearman Rank test to assess the relationship between variables. The Spearman Rank analysis results showed a correlation coefficient value of 0.541 with a significance value (p-value) of 000. This means that there is a strong, positive, and significant correlation between compliance with iron tablet consumption and hemoglobin (Hb) levels among pregnant women at the Pahandut Community Health Center. This study concludes that pregnant women’s adherence to iron tablet consumption has a significant contribution to the prevention of anemia. Pregnant women who are compliant tend to have normal Hb levels, while those who are non-compliant have a higher risk of developing anemia. Therefore, improving adherence to iron tablet consumption is crucial for preventing anemia in pregnant women