CASE REPORT ON PREGNANT WOMEN WITH CHRONIC ENERGY DEFICIENCY (CED) AT PLAOSAN HEALTH CENTER, MAGETAN

LAPORAN KASUS PADA KEHAMILAN DENGAN KEKURANGAN ENERGI KRONIK (KEK) DI PUSKESMAS PLAOSAN MAGETAN

Abstract

Introduction: KEK is a condition in which the body experiences an energy deficit for a long period of time, which can inhibit body function and increase the risk of various diseases. KEK can be triggered by low food intake, disorders in nutrient absorption, and other factors that affect nutritional balance. Pregnant women with Chronic Energy Deficiency (KEK) are still one of the serious health problems in Indonesia. KEK pregnancy is at high risk of causing pregnancy complications, low birth weight (LBW), and stunting in children. The purpose of this case report is to describe a case report on pregnant women with KEK at the Plaosan Magetan Health Center.

Method: Descriptive method with a case study approach, location at the Plaosan Magetan Health Center, subjects pregnant women with KEK in the first trimester with 3 visits within a period of 1 month. Data collection with SOAP.

Results: : Mrs. E is 23 years old, 14 weeks pregnant, had no appetite during pregnancy, had a LiLA of 20 cm and a BB of 36.3 kg, BMI: 17 kg/m². After education related to meal frequency, eating patterns, and provision of food menu posters for pregnant women with KEK, and mentoring for 1 month, the mother's LiLA remained at 20 cm, but there was an increase in body weight to 38 kg. Management focused on education regarding the importance of fulfilling food consumption for pregnant women with KEK, compliance in consuming Fe tablets, multivitamins, and forming positive behavior in fulfilling nutritional needs during pregnancy.

Conclusion: Changes in nutritional fulfillment in pregnant women can increase body weight. Pregnant women with KEK must continue to maintain the fulfillment of dietary patterns, nutritional supplementation, consumption of additional foods, and involving the family regarding maternal nutrition.