ASUHAN KEBIDANAN BALITA SAKIT PADA AN. M UMUR 1 TAHUN 6 BULAN DENGAN DIARE AKUT DEHIDRASI SEDANG DI BANGSAL ANAK RSUD SURAKARTA

Background: The percentage mortality and morbidity of toddlers aged less than two years due to diarrhea was approximately 80%. At the aforementioned hospital, the percentage of toddlers suffering from diarrhea was 6.96%. Objective:To study and understand the midwifery care on the acute diarrhea and moderate dehydration comprehensively. Method:This research used the observational descriptive research method with the case study approach. Its subject was Baby M with acute diarrhea and moderate dehydration. The data of research were collected through in-depth interview, direct observation, and content analysis of medical record and descriptively analyzed by using Varney’s Seven Steps. Result:Baby M had loose stools for approximately 10 times. The client was given electrolyte, antibiotic, antipyretic, antiemetic, analgesic, and gastrointestinal medicines. Following the treatment, the hydration was resolved, and the condition of the client was good. However, gaps were found that the administration of antibiotic and antiemetic therapies were not inappropriate, and observation on the fluid outputs and intakes was not done. Conclusion: Following the four days of treatment, the loose stools were not present, the stomach was not bloated, the hydration status and the turgor were good. Keywords: Midwifery care, acute diarrhea, moderate dehydratio