Author Guidelines

Jurnal Penelitian Kesehatan (JPK), published by Politeknik Kesehatan Kemenkes Surabaya, invites researchers, academics, healthcare professionals, and practitioners to submit original research articles and scientific contributions in various fields of health sciences.

The journal covers nursing, midwifery, electromedical engineering, dental health, nutrition, medical laboratory technology, environmental health, medical records and health information, and other related disciplines. Original research articles are given priority, while scientific review articles may be considered based on their relevance and scientific contribution.

Authors are encouraged to carefully follow the guidelines below when preparing and submitting manuscripts to ensure consistency, scientific quality, and compliance with the journal's publication standards.

Manuscript Structure

1. Title Page

The title page should contain the following information:

  • Title: Provide a concise, clear, and informative title that accurately reflects the research topic and content of the manuscript.

  • Authors: Include the full names of all contributing authors, without academic titles or professional degrees.

  • Affiliations: State each author's institutional affiliation, including department, institution, city, and country.

  • Corresponding Author: Identify the corresponding author and provide an active email address for editorial correspondence.

  • Abstract: Provide an informative summary of the research, including its background or objectives, methods, principal findings, and conclusions.

  • Keywords: Include relevant keywords that represent the main subjects of the research.

  • Abstrak and Kata Kunci: For manuscripts written in Indonesian, provide an Indonesian abstract and keywords alongside their English equivalents.

2. Main Text

The manuscript should be organized into the following sections:

I. INTRODUCTION

The introduction should present the background of the study, relevant scientific literature, research problems, and the significance of the research. Authors should clearly identify the research gap, explain the novelty or contribution of the study, and state the research objectives.

II. MATERIALS AND METHODS

This section should provide sufficient information about the research methodology to enable readers to understand and evaluate the study.

The description should include, where applicable:

  • Research design and approach.

  • Research location and period.

  • Population and sample characteristics.

  • Sampling methods and sample size.

  • Research instruments, materials, and equipment.

  • Data collection procedures.

  • Data processing and analysis techniques.

  • Ethical considerations and research approval, where applicable.

Methods should be described clearly and systematically to support scientific transparency and reproducibility.

III. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

This section should present the research findings systematically and discuss their scientific significance.

Results:

  • Present findings objectively and in accordance with the research objectives.

  • Use tables, figures, and illustrations where necessary.

  • Provide appropriate statistical analyses or qualitative findings.

  • Avoid unnecessary repetition of information presented in tables and figures.

Discussion:

  • Interpret the findings in relation to the research objectives.

  • Compare the results with relevant previous studies.

  • Explain the scientific and practical implications of the findings.

  • Discuss possible explanations for similarities or differences with previous research.

  • Identify relevant research limitations and recommendations for further investigation.

The Results and Discussion sections may be presented together or separately, depending on the manuscript structure and journal template.

IV. CONCLUSION

The conclusion should briefly summarize the principal findings and directly address the research objectives. Authors should highlight the significance of the results and, where appropriate, provide recommendations for healthcare practice, policy development, or future research.

Conclusions must be supported by the findings presented in the manuscript and should not introduce new data or unsupported claims.

Acknowledgments (Optional)

Authors may acknowledge individuals, institutions, or organizations that provided technical, administrative, or other assistance but do not meet the criteria for authorship.

Funding Statement

Authors should disclose any financial support received for conducting the research, including funding institutions or grant information. If the research received no external funding, this should be stated.

Conflict of Interest

Authors should disclose any financial, professional, or personal relationships that could potentially influence the research or interpretation of its findings.

3. References

All references cited in the manuscript must be included in the reference list.

  • References should be relevant, credible, and directly related to the research topic.

  • In-text citations should use numerical references enclosed in square brackets, such as [1], [2], and [3].

  • References should be numbered according to their order of first appearance in the manuscript.

  • The reference list should follow a consistent numerical citation format.

  • Authors are encouraged to prioritize recent scientific publications and relevant peer-reviewed journal articles.

  • Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) should be included whenever available.

  • Authors must ensure the accuracy and completeness of all bibliographic information.

Manuscript Preparation

1. General Formatting

Manuscripts should be prepared using a word-processing application and follow the official manuscript template provided by Jurnal Penelitian Kesehatan.

Authors should ensure that:

  • The manuscript is written in a clear, concise, and scientifically appropriate manner.

  • Headings and subheadings are organized consistently.

  • Paragraphs are logically structured and maintain continuity between sections.

  • Scientific terminology, abbreviations, symbols, and units of measurement are used consistently.

  • All pages, tables, and figures are properly organized.

  • The manuscript follows the journal's official formatting and layout requirements.

2. Figures and Tables

Tables and figures should be used to present research findings clearly and effectively.

  • Tables and figures must be numbered consecutively according to their appearance in the manuscript.

  • Each table should have a concise and informative title.

  • Each figure should include a descriptive caption.

  • Tables and figures should be placed near the relevant discussion in the manuscript.

  • Images, graphs, and illustrations must have sufficient resolution to ensure readability.

  • Authors must provide appropriate acknowledgment for figures or tables reproduced or adapted from other sources.

  • Information presented in tables and figures should not be unnecessarily repeated in the main text.

3. Language

Manuscripts should be written in clear, accurate, and academically appropriate Indonesian or English.

Authors are responsible for ensuring grammatical accuracy, appropriate scientific terminology, and consistency throughout the manuscript.

For Indonesian-language manuscripts, the title, abstract, and keywords should also be provided in English to enhance international accessibility and scientific dissemination.

4. Research Ethics and Originality

All submitted manuscripts must comply with recognized principles of research integrity and publication ethics.

Authors must ensure that:

  • The manuscript represents original scholarly work.

  • The manuscript has not been previously published or simultaneously submitted to another journal.

  • All sources of information are appropriately cited.

  • Data fabrication, falsification, plagiarism, and inappropriate manipulation of research findings are strictly avoided.

  • All listed authors have made meaningful contributions to the research.

  • Research involving human participants or animals complies with applicable ethical standards and institutional requirements.

  • Necessary ethical approvals and informed consent have been obtained, where applicable.

The editorial board reserves the right to reject manuscripts that fail to meet scientific quality standards or violate publication ethics.

Example References (Numerical Citation Style)

1. Journal Article

[1] A. B. Smith and C. D. Jones, "Factors associated with health promotion practices among adolescents," Journal of Health Research, vol. 15, no. 2, pp. 45–60, 2023, doi: 10.xxxx/xxxxx.

2. Book

[2] A. B. Smith, Principles of Public Health Research, 2nd ed. New York: Academic Publisher, 2022.

3. Website

[3] World Health Organization, "Health promotion," World Health Organization, 2023. [Online]. Available: https://www.who.int/

Note: The references above are illustrative examples intended to demonstrate the numerical citation format.

Submission Process

1. Online Submission

All manuscripts should be submitted electronically through the official online submission system of Jurnal Penelitian Kesehatan.

Authors are required to register or log in to the journal's submission platform and complete the submission process according to the instructions provided.

2. Manuscript Files

Manuscripts should be prepared in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx) using the journal's official manuscript template.

Authors should ensure that all required manuscript components, tables, figures, and references are included before submission.

3. Author Information

Authors must provide complete and accurate information during submission, including:

  • Full names of all authors.

  • Institutional affiliations.

  • Email addresses.

  • Corresponding author information.

  • Manuscript title, abstract, and keywords.

4. Editorial Screening and Peer Review

Submitted manuscripts undergo an initial editorial screening to assess their relevance to the journal's aims and scope, completeness, formatting, originality, and scientific quality.

Manuscripts that meet the initial requirements will proceed to peer review by qualified reviewers with expertise relevant to the submitted research.

Authors may be requested to revise their manuscripts based on reviewers' comments and editorial recommendations.

The final decision regarding manuscript acceptance, revision, or rejection is made by the editorial board based on scientific merit and peer-review recommendations.

5. Publication and Open Access

Accepted manuscripts will be prepared for publication in Jurnal Penelitian Kesehatan, which publishes four issues annually in February, May, August, and November.

Published articles are made openly accessible to readers, supporting the dissemination of scientific knowledge and the advancement of research across various disciplines of health sciences.

Authors are encouraged to carefully review the manuscript preparation requirements before submission to facilitate an efficient editorial and peer-review process.