ANALYSIS OF THE ANXIETY LEVEL OF CANCER PATIENTS IN THE RADIOTHERAPY INSTALLATION AT RSUD DR. HI. ABDUL MOELOEK, LAMPUNG PROVINCE

Fennylia Putri; Zahra Aulia Putri; Fransiskus Herianto; Surya Nur Rochman

Fennylia Putri Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Patriot Bangsa Lampung, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia e-
Zahra Aulia Putri Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Patriot Bangsa Lampung
Fransiskus Herianto Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Patriot Bangsa Lampung
Surya Nur Rochman Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Patriot Bangsa Lampung

Keywords: Anxiety Level, Cancer, Radiotherapy

Abstract

Background Cancer is a significant health problem worldwide, with a high number of cases and a significant impact on the quality of life of patients. In Indonesia, the number of cancer cases continues to increase, with breast cancer being the most common type. Methodology This study used a quantitative descriptive design, with a population of 60 patients undergoing radiotherapy at Dr. H. Abdul Moeloek Hospital, Lampung Province, Indonesia. A sample of 30 patients was selected using random sampling. Data was collected using questionnaires and analyzed using the Chi-Square test. Results The study found a significant relationship between anxiety levels and age, with a p-value of 0.049 < 0.05. Patients aged 41-50 years had higher anxiety levels compared to other age groups. Conclusion This study found a significant relationship between anxiety levels and age in cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy. Healthcare providers should consider the patient's age when providing care and support to manage anxiety levels.Recommendations Healthcare providers should assess the anxiety levels of cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy and provide appropriate care and support. The patient's age should be considered when providing care and support to manage anxiety levels. Implications This study has implications for healthcare providers, policymakers, and researchers. The findings suggest that the patient's age should be considered when providing care and support to manage anxiety levels.

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