NERS NEWS — Surabaya, May 16, 2026 – Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), or chronic kidney disease, is a progressive impairment of kidney function that often does not cause symptoms in its early stages, earning it the nickname “silent disease.” This condition continues to be a global health concern because its incidence continues to increase every year and has a significant impact on the quality of life of patients and their families who care for them.
Based on data from the 2018 Basic Health Research (Riskesdas), the prevalence of chronic kidney disease in Indonesia reached approximately 0.38% of the total population, with the number of patients undergoing hemodialysis continuing to increase every year. This increase in cases is closely associated with changes in modern lifestyles, high consumption of foods high in salt and sugar, lack of physical activity, and the increasing prevalence of hypertension and diabetes mellitus as major risk factors.
In response to this educational need, undergraduate Nursing students from the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, conducted a Hospital Health Promotion (PKRS) activity entitled “Understanding CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease): A Chronic Kidney Disease to Be Aware of.” The activity was held on Tuesday, May 16, 2026, in the ICU Waiting Room of Universitas Airlangga Hospital.
The target participants of this activity were the families of clients who were waiting in the ICU of Universitas Airlangga Hospital. The education was delivered through an interactive lecture method supported by leaflets and educational posters and was directly led by two speakers from the group.
The educational material covered the definition of CKD, causes and risk factors such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and long-term medication use, signs and symptoms at each stage of the disease, various complications that may occur, as well as medical and non-medical management. Participants were also introduced to the CERDIK behavior, namely Regular health check-ups, Eliminate cigarette smoke, Regular physical activity, Healthy diet with balanced calories, Adequate rest, and Stress management, as promotive and preventive efforts recommended by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia to prevent and slow the progression of chronic kidney disease.
The activity began with an assessment of the families’ initial knowledge about CKD, followed by a presentation of the material, as well as a question-and-answer session and evaluation at the end of the session. The clients’ families appeared enthusiastic in participating in the education and gave positive responses, particularly to the education regarding the importance of clean and healthy living behaviors and proper handwashing as part of disease prevention efforts.
Through this PKRS activity, the students hoped that the clients’ families would better understand risk factors, early symptoms, and the importance of early detection and routine health examinations, enabling them to play an active role in supporting the prevention, care, and maintenance of kidney health, both for hospitalized clients and themselves.
This activity also supports the achievement of the SDGs, particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being, through preventive efforts to prevent chronic kidney disease and increase families’ awareness of maintaining kidney health as part of efforts to achieve a healthy and prosperous life for the community.
The PKRS activity on CKD is one form of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga’s concrete contribution to increasing public awareness of kidney health. Similar activities are expected to continue to be carried out sustainably as a form of support from educational institutions for improving community health and achieving the SDGs in the field of health.
Writer: Tuhu Pramesty Maharta Sakti
Academic Advisor: Dr. Sriyono, S.Kep., Ns., M.Kep., Sp.Kep.MB
Clinical Supervisor: Evy Dwi W., S.Kep., Ns., M.Kep.
