The ATTITUDE OF PRIMIGRAVIDA MOTHERS TOWARD TETANUS TOXOID IMMUNIZATION

Abstract

Background: Tetanus Toxoid (TT) is an acute and 
potentially fatal infectious disease caused by neurotoxin (tetanus 
spasmin) produced by Clostridium tetani. TT disease can be 
prevented through TT immunization administration to pregnant 
women during the first trimester or before 32 weeks of 
gestation. Objective: This study aimed to determine the attitude of 
primigravida mothers regarding TT immunization.  
Method: This observational descriptive study was 
conducted from September 21 to October 9, 2024. The population 
consisted of all primigravida mothers visiting TPMB Johana 
Widijati, Kauman Subdistrict, Tulungagung Regency, with a 
sample of 15 primigravida mothers selected through accidental 
sampling technique.  
Results: The majority of respondents (8 respondents, 53%) 
demonstrated unfavourable attitudes toward TT immunization.  
Conclusion: Unfavourable attitudes were associated with 
low education levels, age immaturity affecting decision-making 
capacity, insufficient information exposure, and limited access to 
information sources regarding TT immunization. Education level, 
age, information availability, and information sources represent 
contributing factors to unfavourable attitudes among primigravida 
mothers.