Edukasi Deteksi Dini dan Pertolongan Pertama Serangan Jantung di Poliklinik Rumah Sakit Islam Ibnu Sina Payakumbuh

Abstract

Myocardial infarction is a leading cause of cardiovascular mortality that demands early detection and immediate management to prevent fatal complications. Unfortunately, low public health literacy regarding the recognition of clinical signs and initial management often leads to delays in medical treatment. This community service activity aimed to improve public knowledge and preparedness regarding the early detection and first aid of heart attacks. Health education was conducted at the Polyclinic of Islamic Hospital Ibnu Sina Payakumbuh, involving 26 participants (30.8% male and 69.2% female). The implementation methods included interactive counseling, discussions, question-and-answer sessions, and practical demonstrations using presentation media and leaflets. The activity evaluation revealed that although the majority of participants (76.9%) realized the urgency of immediately accessing emergency services, the level of understanding regarding specific first aid steps remained highly minimal. A total of 57.7% of participants did not know the safe body positioning for victims, and all participants (100%) lacked an understanding of basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) techniques and the indications for emergency chewable aspirin administration. These findings underscore the critical need for continuous cardiological emergency education. Through this activity, it is hoped that public awareness and mitigation literacy will increase, enabling the community to provide a swift and appropriate initial response before patients receive further medical care.