Anxiety Levels Among Preoperative Patients in Dr. Hasan Sadikin Hospital, Bandung

Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the level of anxiety experienced by patients prior to undergoing surgery.

Method: A quantitative research approach was applied, as the data collected were numerical in nature and analyzed using statistical procedures. The study employed a descriptive design. The target population included preoperative patients admitted to the 4th floor Central Operating Theatre (COT) of RSUP Dr. Hasan Sadikin Bandung. Participants were selected through convenience sampling. Using G*Power software version 3.1.9.4, the minimum required sample size was calculated to be 83 respondents.

Results: The demographic characteristics of the respondents showed that 28.92% (24 individuals) were in late adulthood, 61.45% (51 individuals) were female, and 42.17% (35 individuals) had attained a high school level of education. In terms of anxiety levels, 67.5% (56 respondents) reported moderate anxiety related to anesthesia, 68.7% (57 respondents) exhibited moderate anxiety about the surgical procedure itself, and 87.9% (73 respondents) experienced moderate anxiety concerning the information they received.

Conclusion: The results indicated that the majority of preoperative patients experienced moderate levels of anxiety. At this level, most patients were generally able to comprehend instructions and apply coping strategies effectively, suggesting the importance of tailored preoperative education and support to address their informational and emotional needs.