The Positive Deviance of Feeding Practices and Carring With Nutritional Status of Toddler Among Poor Families
Abstract: There are poor
families with income less than minimum wage (IDR 1,900,000 / month) In Baru
Village, Sarolangun Jambi. However, in reality the majority of toddler in the
village have a relatively good nutritional status. The purpose of this study
was to know the positive deviance of feeding practices and carring with
nutritional status of toddler among poor families. This study used a
cross-sectional study design. This research was conducted on April until
August, 2016 in Villages Baru, Sarolangun, Jambi. The sampling technique in
this study was total sampling. The samples was 84 under five age children from
poor families. Determination of nutritional status using indicators of Weight
for Age, which refers to the standard Kemenkes RI. The data of positive
deviance taken using a questionnaire tools. The data collected was analyzed by
univariate and bivariat test(chi-square test). The results showed that the
positive deviance of infant feeding practice habits (91,7%), toddlers care
(85,7%), nutritional status of toddler (90,5%) categorized was good. The
conclusion, the are relationship between positive deviance of feeding practices
and carring with nutritional status of toddler among poor families (p<0,05).
Keywords: Positive Deviance;
Nutritional Status; Toddler; Poor
Author: Merita, Mila Triana Sari, Hesty
Journal Code: jpkesmasgg170092
