The 4th International Conference on Nursing

Author :

(1) Riyan Dwi Prasetyawan; (2) Nur Hidayati

Affiliation :

(1) Master of Nursing Program, University of Brawijaya, Malang, Indonesia; (2) Nursing Program, STIKes Banyuwangi, Banyuwangi, Indonesia

Abstract :

Introduction Uric acid is the result of purine metabolism which is found in the body cells. Increasing levels of uric acid can cause pain in the joints. One of the factors that could affect the levels of uric acid is Physical activity. High intensity of physical activity can make uric acid levels increase. Methods Research method used observational with cross-sectional. Thirty gout arthritis patients were enrolled to the study. Data collection techniques used GPAQ (Global Physical Activity Questionnaire) for the intensity of physical activity and Easy touch for uric acid levels measurements. Data was analyzed by using Rank-spearman test with 5% significance level. Results The majority of respondents had a high physical activity intensity (n=29). According to Rank-Spearman test, ρ count 0,46685 ≥ ρ table 0.364, it was identified that there was a correlation between the physical activity intensity and uric acid levels. Conclusion High physical activity intensity will increase the levels of uric acid.

Keywords :

Uric Acid; Physical Activity