This edition represents Volume 2, Issue 2 of the scientific journal published in January 2025. The journal features a collection of research articles and in-depth studies contributed by authors comprising lecturers, healthcare professionals—particularly nurses—and academics from Indonesia and Malaysia.

The themes explored in this issue cover various topics in nursing, including innovations in healthcare services and nursing practices, as well as holistic approaches to enhancing patient well-being. These articles reflect interdisciplinary collaboration, offering fresh perspectives for the advancement of nursing science at both local and global levels.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.31962/inj.v2i2

Published: 2025-01-30

Silent agitators: The role of anxiety in exacerbating hypertension among hospitalized patients in Subang

Wiwin Sriwinengsih, S.Kep., Ners., MM, Bayu Nirwana, S.Kep., Ns., M.M | Pages: 46-50

Self-esteem and its determinants among pulmonary tuberculosis patients in Subang, Indonesia

Hamad Setiawan, MPH, Rurul Fadilah, S.Kep., Ners, M.Kes, Siti Rahmawati, S.Kep., Ners, Budi Pratama, S.Psi., Rina Kartika, S.K.M | Pages: 51-58

The relationship between anxiety levels and blood glucose levels in diabetes mellitus patients: A cross-sectional study

Julkarnain Julkarnain, Arham, S.Kep., Ns., Bobi Supriadin, S.Kep, Ns. | Pages: 59-64

Family support and rheumatoid arthritis management in Lamongan: A mixed-methods study

Dian Saputran Unif, S.Kep., Ners., M.Sc., Ph.D., Wulan Sitiawari, S.kep., Ners | Pages: 65-71

Family support and fall risk among the elderly: Insights from a primary healthcare center in Gresik

Sitti Nurhayati, M.Sc., Ph.D., Ahmad Subekti, S.Kep., Ners, Wijaya Andi, S.kep., Ners, Arie Budi, S.Kep., Ners. | Pages: 72-78

Family support and hygiene practices in elderly stroke survivors: A study in Aceh

Syifara Diantika, S.Kep., Ners., M.Kep., Putri Saraya, S.kep., Muliati Yati, S.Kep. | Pages: 79-86

Nighttime banana consumption: A natural remedy for better sleep and blood pressure control in hypertensive patients

Dr. Ahmad Syafiq Abdullah, Nor Aina Izzati Huda, Siti Safiah Faiz, Dr. Muhammad Hafizuddin, Dr. Nurul Aziz Rahman, Dr. Amirul Faiz Khalid | Pages: 87-94

Fluid restriction in hemodialysis patients with chronic kidney disease in RSUP Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang

Andi Putra Wijayaa, MNSc, Rina Septiani, S.Kep., Ners, M.kep, Dewi Kartika Sari, S.Kep., Ners, Ahmad Fauzi Rizky, S.Kep., Ners, Nurul Hidayah, S.Kep., Ners, MNSc, dr.Zulkarnain Arifin,PhD | Pages: 95-102

The impact of knowledge on recurrent gastritis episodes in adolescents: A study at Subang Hospital

Leli Rezky Dwi Oktavia, S.kep., Ners, M.kep., Fadil Imran, S.kep. | Pages: 103-109

The relationship between maternal knowledge and stunting incidence in children under five in Kendari City

Herman, S.kep., Ners, M.Kep, Firmansyah Saleh, S.kep., La Ode Diki Insani, S.kep., Ners, M.kes | Pages: 110-116