Antenatal Midwifery Care For Mrs. "I" With Chronic Energy Deficiency At Wajo Health Center

Abstract

Background: According to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2020, the number of maternal mortality rates (MMR) worldwide reached 287,000. Countries in Sub-Saharan Africa have the highest proportion with 70%, or 202,000 maternal deaths, while South Asia accounts for 14% with 47,000 maternal deaths. The high maternal mortality rate in some regions of the world reflects unequal access to quality health services and highlights the disparities between rich and poor groups. Objectives: This study aims to provide antenatal midwifery care to Mrs. "I" who experienced chronic energy deficiency (SEZ) at Puskesmas Wajo Baubau City using the Varney 7-step method and SOAP. Methods: This research uses descriptive method with case study approach, applying midwifery care management through 7 steps of Varney and SOAP. Results: Based on a case study with the application of 7 Varney steps and SOAP, it can be concluded that the process of solving obstetric problems in Mrs. "I" with chronic energy deficiency at Puskesmas Wajo went well. Conclusion: This study has carried out care in accordance with Varney's 7-step management, including basic data collection, identification of actual diagnoses/problems, identification of potential diagnoses/problems, immediate action/collaboration, action planning, implementation, and evaluation.