Gambaran Status Gizi Anak Usia Sekolah Dasar di SD TQ Muadz Bin Jabal Kendari

Abstrak

Nutritional status of children is one of the important indicators in determining the quality of public health, especially in school-age children. Children who experience nutritional problems, such as malnutrition, are at high risk for stunting, a condition where a child's height is lower than the standard set for their age. This research aims to analyze nutritional status and potential stunting in children aged 7-12 years at SD-TQ Muadz Bin Jabal Kendari. This research uses a quantitative descriptive method with a field survey approach. The research was conducted in December 2024 at SD TQ Jabal Kendari. The population in this study was all grade IV–VI students aged 7–12 years, totaling 40 students. Samples were taken using total sampling technique. Data collection was carried out through anthropometric measurements including body weight and height. Body Mass Index (BMI) values were calculated and Z-score BMI/U was determined based on the reference of Permenkes RI Number 2 of 2020 regarding Child Anthropometric Standards. The results showed that most respondents (62.5%) had BMI in the normal range (≥18.5 - <24.9), indicating good nutritional status. However, 10% of respondents had BMI below 18.5, indicating poor nutritional status which could increase the risk of stunting. In addition, 27.5% of respondents had BMI above 25, indicating a risk of overweight or obesity. The conclusion of this study is that although most students have normal nutritional status, there is a need for special attention to groups at risk of malnutrition and obesity through regular monitoring programs, nutrition education, parental involvement, increased physical activity at school, and supervision of food consumption at school.

Kata kunci

• Anthropometry
• Body Mass Index
• Elementary School Children
• Nutritional status
• stunting