COMMUNITY-BASED STROKE EMERGENCY EDUCATION AND RISK SCREENING AMONG ADULTS: A ONE-GROUP PRETEST–POSTTEST STUDY

Deni Susyanti; Handerman Vitu Gea; Endang Roswati Simamora; Ika Ariyanti; Husny Manurung; Gabriella Elisabeth Zega

doi:10.35328/esh0f762

Authors

Deni Susyanti Diploma III Keperawatan, Akper Kesdam I/Bukit Barisan Medan, Indonesia
Handerman Vitu Gea Diploma III Keperawatan, Akper Kesdam I/Bukit Barisan Medan, Indonesia
Endang Roswati Simamora Diploma III Keperawatan, Akper Kesdam I/Bukit Barisan Medan, Indonesia
Ika Ariyanti Diploma III Keperawatan, Akper Kesdam I/Bukit Barisan Medan, Indonesia
Husny Manurung Diploma III Keperawatan, Akper Kesdam I/Bukit Barisan Medan, Indonesia
Gabriella Elisabeth Zega Diploma III Keperawatan, Akper Kesdam I/Bukit Barisan Medan, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35328/esh0f762

Keywords:

Education, Stroke, Knowledge, Early Detection, Risk Factors

Abstract

Stroke is a leading cause of mortality and disability in Indonesia, with most cases associated with modifiable risk factors. Limited public knowledge regarding stroke contributes to delays in treatment and inadequate early detection of stroke risk factors. This study aimed to analyze the effect of stroke emergency education on improving knowledge and facilitating the early detection of stroke risk among community members. A quasi-experimental study using a one-group pre-test and post-test design was conducted in Mabar Village, Neighborhood VIII, Medan City, in April 2026. The study population consisted of adults residing in Mabar Village, Neighborhood VIII, and a total of 40 respondents were selected using purposive sampling. Data were collected through knowledge assessments using questionnaires administered before and after the stroke emergency education intervention, as well as health screenings including blood pressure, blood glucose, total cholesterol, and uric acid measurements to identify stroke risk factors. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the Paired t-test with a 95% confidence level. The results showed that the mean knowledge score significantly increased from 5.2±1.4 to 8.6±1.1 (p<0.001). Health screening findings revealed that 29 respondents (72.5%) had at least one stroke risk factor, with dyslipidemia identified in 21 respondents (52.5%) and hypertension in 18 respondents (45.0%). Stroke emergency education was effective in improving community knowledge while supporting the early detection of stroke risk factors. Continuous implementation of education and health screening programs is recommended as a promotive and preventive strategy for stroke prevention in the community.

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