Pengelolaan Asuhan Keperawatan pada Klien Tuberculosis melalui Edukasi Kepatuhan Minum Obat di Rumah Sakit Universitas Sumatera Utara

Abstract

Tuberculosis is a disease caused by bacteria (mycobacterium tuberculosis) that attacks the lungs. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that spreads through the air, coughing, sneezing or spitting pushes TB germs into the air. The failure of TB sufferers in TB treatment can be caused by many factors, such as drugs, disease, and the sufferer himself. Drug factors consist of inadequate drug guidelines, insufficient drug doses, irregular medication intake, inappropriate treatment duration, and drug resistance. The purpose of this senior practicum is to apply nursing theories and concepts in managing and providing nursing care to clients with tuberculosis. Nursing care was carried out on 10 – 22 July 2023 for three clients with tuberculosis by providing health education about medication adherence. The results obtained after the health education was carried out, the three clients responded very well and were enthusiastic about hearing the health education given. Clients understand the consequences of not taking medication regularly and the importance of medication adherence. It is recommended to the client and also the family to keep an eye on the client while the treatment is taking place.