Case Study : Providing Iron Tablets and Education on Balanced Nutrition As a Treatment For Moderate Anemia in Pregnant Women

Abstract

Anemia is a condition where the amount of hemoglobin is abnormal or does not reach 11g% and can affect pregnancy, such as bleeding during pregnancy, low birth weight, prolonged 1st stage, prolonged 2nd stage, and bleeding. The factors that influence the lack of hemoglobin levels are mostly a lack of adequate nutrition. If left untreated, it can cause problems for the mother and fetus. Objective, to provide Continuity of Care Midwifery Care for pregnant women in the 3rd Trimester with moderate anemia for Mrs. N at PMB Wirahayu. S,Tr. Keb in 2023. Method this research uses a descriptive research design with a case study. The aim is to provide midwifery care to pregnant women in the third trimester by telling mothers how to treat anemia in pregnant women in PMB WK Bandar Lampung City by conducting interviews and direct examination. Respondents are willing and sign the informend. consent This case study research was conducted from 23 February 2023 to 03 March 2023. The subject of this research was Mrs. N Pregnant women in the 3rd trimester. The result midwifery Services for Mrs. N is carried out in accordance with midwifery care standards. The midwifery care provided is providing counseling on the nutritional adequacy of pregnant women with moderate anemia so that the need for red blood cells can be met. The midwifery care provided resulted in an increase in anemia. From the assessment it was found that the mother said she often felt tired and the mother's conjunctiva was pale, and the results of the examination of the mother's supporting data included a hemoglobin level of 8.8 gr%. From the results of Mrs. N is given therapy according to subjective data by providing counseling on the nutritional adequacy of mothers who experience moderate anemia as well as providing fe and vitamin C tablets. PMB can provide posters, leaflets and create WhatsApp groups related to anemia during pregnancy so that patients can easily get information