Pregnant Women's Class on Their Knowledge of Danger Signs in the Third Trimester of Pregnancy
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Hemoglobin, Maternal Knowledge, Pregnancy Warning Signs, Prenatal Classes, Third TrimesterAbstract
The third trimester of pregnancy is a critical period with increased risks of obstetric complications, necessitating adequate knowledge of pregnancy danger signs. The Pregnant Women's Class (Kelas Bumil) is a preventive and educational initiative in antenatal care designed to enhance knowledge and preparedness among pregnant women. This study aimed to assess the impact of the Pregnant Women's Class on the knowledge of pregnancy danger signs and changes in hemoglobin levels among third-trimester pregnant women. Using a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest design, the study involved 30 pregnant women selected through purposive sampling. Knowledge was assessed via structured questionnaires before and after attending the class, while hemoglobin levels were measured at both intervals. Univariate and bivariate analyses were conducted, with the Wilcoxon test used for comparing pre- and post-intervention data (p < 0.05). Results revealed a significant increase in knowledge levels, with most women showing good knowledge after the intervention. Hemoglobin levels also improved significantly (p = 0.001). These findings demonstrate that the Pregnant Women's Class effectively enhances both cognitive knowledge and health status in pregnant women. In conclusion, strengthening and sustaining the Pregnant Women's Class should be a continuous part of integrated antenatal care to improve maternal health outcomes.
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