Benson's Relaxation Therapy Research Articles

Stabilizing Blood Sugar Levels in Type 2 DM Patients by Providing Benson Relaxation Therapy Combined with Dhikr Based on Self-Care Orem

Background: People with diabetes mellitus experience hyperglycemia, the higher the likelihood of complications if do not get the right treatment immediately. In addition, people with diabetes mellitus are prone to stress because the disease is difficult to cure and patients must take medications every day. Therefore, proper management is needed. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of self-care orem-based dhikr combination benson relaxation therapy on blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients in the Ujungpangkah Gresik Health Center Working Area. Method: This type of research uses Quasy Experiment with Pretest Posttest Control Group Design. The sample in this study was 46 respondents, which were divided into 2 groups, namely 23 respondents for the control group and 23 respondents for the intervention group. The independent variable of this study was benson relaxation therapy combined with dhikr, while the dependent variable was blood sugar levels. The data were analyzed using paired T-Test and Independent T-test tests on blood sugar level variables with kemaknaan α=0,05. Results: The results of the independent t-test on the variable of blood sugar levels with a significant level of 0.000 < α = 0.05, showed that there was an effect of the administration of benson relaxation therapy combined with dhikr on blood sugar levels in type 2 DM patients. Conclusion: The conclusion of this study is that benson relaxation therapy combined with dhikr has an effect on blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. In the future, it is hoped that health workers can increase the provision of information and education evenly to health service places.

Implementasi Terapi Relaksasi Benson untuk Menurunkan Intensitas Nyeri pada Pasien Stemi di Rumah Sakit Tentara TK IV 01.07.01 Pematangsiantar

STEMI is a heart disease that completely blocks the coronary arteries so that oxygen does not enter the heart muscle. The aim of this research is to determine the description of nursing care in the implementation of Benson relaxation therapy to reduce pain intensity in STEMI patients. This research design uses a case study method. The sampling method used is purposive sampling. The samples taken were 2 respondents from STEMI patients. The instruments used were emergency assessment format, Benson relaxation therapy SOP, evaluation sheet, pain observation sheet. The results obtained from this research were found to reduce pain intensity in client I, namely from a pain scale of 7 to 6 and in client II from a pain scale of 6 to 1. Benson relaxation therapy is effective for STEMI sufferers to reduce pain intensity.

Penerapan Teknik Relaksasi Benson Untuk Menurunkan Nyeri Pada Pasien Post Sectio Caesarea di RSUD dr. R Goeteng Taroenadibrata Purbalingga

Introduction: The number of SC deliveries in recent times has increased tremendously. This is a variable phenomenon related to social, economic and cultural levels SC has become a very safe procedure in many parts of the world so it is considered almost perfect. Procedures, operations may cause discomfort and alter tissue continuity. (Number, 2022). Objective: Based on this PkM, namely to determine the results of the application of benson therapy to reduce pain levels in post SC patients. Methods: The upcoming PKM method applies the benson relaxation technique as a nursing care approach to post SC surgery patients who experience pain. After being given benson relaxation therapy there was a decrease in the pain scale from 6 to scale 3. Community service activities are carried out by implementing directly by applying the Benson Relaxation technique. The target audience of this PkM is pregnant women who have undergone labor through the SC technique at RSUD dr. R Goeteng Taroenadibrata Purbalingga. Results: The results that have been carried out participants experienced an increase in pain before being given the application of benson relaxation techniques as many as 27 participants (90%) experienced moderate pain (4-7), after being given benson relaxation participants experienced a decrease in pain levels, namely 25 participants (83%) experienced a decrease to mild pain (<4). Outputs: The output of the activity used is a publication article that is expected to be able to hunt down Objective: This community service activity aims to help reduce post-SC pain with benson relaxation, patients can overcome it with non-pharmacological therapy independently. Method: This community service activity is carried out directly by providing the application of the benson relaxation technique, then continuing to evaluate so that the giver of the application of the benson relaxation technique can find out whether the target has decreased pain or not. The activity of applying the benson relaxation technique was carried out for 1 day for 10-15 minutes in the afternoon. The activity measures the patient's pain intensity using the VAS (Visual Analog Scale) measuring instrument. this activity is implemented directly to reduce pain in post SC patients at Dr. R Goeteng Taroenadibrata Purbalingga Hospital in the Bougenvile Room from July 15-28, 2024. Result: Participants experienced an increase in pain before being given the application of benson relaxation techniques as many as 27 participants (90%) experienced moderate pain (4-7), after being given benson relaxation participants experienced a decrease in pain levels, namely 25 participants (83%) experienced a decrease to mild pain (<4). Conclusion: Community Service participants in the application of benson relaxation techniques to reduce pain in SC patients in the Bougenvile Ward Room of RSUD dr. R Goeteng Taroenadibrata Purbalingga as a whole amounted to 30 participants, most in the age range 21-35 as many as 22 participants (73%), and the highest level of education is high school education as many as 14 participants (46.7%), with the most history of previous operations there has never been a history of previous operations as many as 21 participants (70%). Participants experienced increased pain before being given the application of benson relaxation techniques as many as 27 participants (90%) experienced moderate pain (4-7), after being given benson relaxation participants experienced a decrease in pain levels, namely 25 participants (83%) experienced a decrease to mild pain (<4).

Effect of Application of Benson Relaxation on Pain Reduction in Postoperative Patients with Benigna Prostate Hyperplasia at Dr. Soekardjo Hospital

Benign Prostate Hyperplasia is an enlargement of the prostate organ which generally occurs in adult men over 50 years of age. The most common complaint felt by Benign Prostate Hyperplasia sufferers is difficulty urinating which causes pain, ultimately requiring surgery, which causes pain caused by the surgical procedure. To reduce the pain caused by surgical procedures, Benson relaxation therapy is provided. The aim of this case study is to determine nursing care in reducing pain by providing Benson relaxation in post-operative patients with Benign Prostate Hyperplasia. The method used is a case study involving two respondents selected according to the criteria, namely post-operative patients with Benign Prostate Hyperplasia with the application of Benson relaxation, in accordance with the SPO by integrating the values ​​of Al-Islam Kemuhammadiyahan. The results of the case study during 3 days of implementing virginity care, both respondents experienced a decrease in the pain scale, respondent 1 experienced a decrease from a pain scale of 6 (0-10) to 0 (0-10), while respondent 2 experienced a decrease from a pain scale of 5 (0 -10) becomes 0 (0-10). The conclusion is that the application of Benson relaxation has been proven to reduce pain in post-operative patients with Benign Prostate Hyperplasia. Suggestions for nursing care to be published in nursing care journals.

Benson Relaxation Therapy: Impact on Blood Pressure in Hypertensive Older Adults – A Literature Review

Introduction: The high incidence of hypertension can have an impact on increasing death rates in the world because it can cause heart failure and coronary heart disease and increase the risk of stroke. A strong emphasis on managing essential HTN with non-pharmacological interventions involving multiple elements of lifestyle modification, focusing on more permanent measures to help improve the overall quality of life and decrease physician dependence and hospitalizations of severe complications. This study aimed to explore the effect of Benson relaxation therapy on blood pressure in older adults with hypertension. Method: The method used in this literature review was to examine the results of previous research in published articles. Article searches were carried out via PubMed, Science Direct, and Google Scholar using the keywords "Benson Relaxation," "Blood Pressure," AND "Hypertensive Older adults," as well as combinations of these keywords such as "Benson relaxation on older adults hypertensive blood pressure." Fifteen articles were extracted based on the inclusion that Benson relaxation and other relaxation treatments significantly reduced blood pressure values in hypertension sufferers.Results: There were 15 articles focused on Benson therapy. Eleven studies were of pre-experimental study design. The remaining studies were case study groups (two) and one randomized control study. All of the articles combine deep breathing relaxation and religious relaxation. Conclusion: Benson relaxation has a significant effect on reducing blood pressure values in hypertension sufferers.

Penerapan Terapi Relaksasi Benson Terhadap Tekanan Darah Sistole Pada Lansia Dengan Hipertensi di Kelurahan Bejen Kabupaten Karanganyar

Hypertension is a disease that commonly occurs in the elderly and is more susceptible to complications. The consequences for elderly people with hypertension are heart failure, stroke and kidney failure. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2020, the prevalence of hypertension in the elderly in the world was around 972 million people or 26.4%. Hypertension in the elderly in Wonorejo Hamlet Rw 17 Bejen Village, Karanganyar Regency totaled 83 people. One form of relaxation that can be applied to hypertension sufferers is Benson relaxation therapy. To describe changes in systolic blood pressure due to the application of Benson relaxation therapy in elderly people with hypertension in Bejen Village, Karanganyar Regency. This research used a descriptive design on 2 female respondents aged 60 years and over. After carrying out Benson relaxation therapy which was carried out on 01-07 May 2024 in Bejen Village, Karanganyar Regency with each respondent being given intervention for 7 consecutive days once a day every morning for 10 minutes, the systolic blood pressure in both respondents decreased from grade 2 hypertension to grade 1 hypertension. Application of Benson relaxation therapy can reduce systolic blood pressure in elderly people with hypertension in Bejen Village, Karanganyar Regency.

Effect Of Combination Benson Relaxation Therapy And Lavender Aromatherapy On The Decrease Blood Pressure In The Elderly With Hypertension In Working Area Of Madurejo Health Center Pangkalan Bun Province Central Borneo

Background: Hypertension is a condition where blood pressure exceeds normal limits, namely systolic blood pressure ≥ 140 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure ≥ 90 mmHg on repeated examinations. Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is caused by abnormalities in the blood arteries, preventing oxygen and nutrients from reaching the body's tissues. As an alternative treatment, the combination of Benson relaxation therapy and lavender aromatherapy has similarities in the mechanism of action, as seen in how the Benson relaxation technique works, namely focusing on specific words or sentences that are repeated repeatedly with a regular rhythm accompanied by an attitude of surrender to God Almighty while drawing deep breaths. While lavender aromatherapy works on both the physical and emotional levels, it can also help to lower anxiety, high blood pressure, heart rate, and stress. Lavender also stimulates the production of the hormones melatonin and serotonin. Aromatherapy can be used in a variety of methods, such as steam, inhalation, and compresses. Purpose : the aim of this study was to determine whether there is a combination effect of Benson relaxation therapy and lavender aromatherapy on reducing blood pressure in elderly hypertension at Madurejo Public Health Center in Pangkalan Bun. Methods: This type of quasi-experimental research used a one-group pre-test and post-test design with a sample of 30 respondents and purposive sampling. Blood pressure measurement using a tensimeter and an observation sheet using the Wilcoxon test. Results: The results showed that the blood pressure of hypertension sufferers pre-tested in category 1 was mild at 33.3%, moderate at 56.7%, and severe at 10.0%. The results of the level of type 2 diabetes mellitus post-test were in the good category (83.7%) and sufficient (16.3%). The Wilcoxon test results obtained a p value of 0.000. Conclusion: There is an effect of a combination of Benson relaxation therapy and lavender aromatherapy on reducing blood pressure in elderly hypertension at Madurejo Public Health Center, Pangkalan Bun, Central Kalimantan.

Application of Benson Relaxation Therapy Combined with Spiritual Therapy to Reduce Anxiety in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis

Background: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a failure of kidney function to maintain metabolism and fluid and electronic balance due to progressive kidney structural damage. Hemodialysis is a replacement therapy for damaged kidney performance, if hemodialysis is carried out for a long time it can cause disturbances in the biological aspects and psychological aspects for hemodialysis patients. One of the effects that is often experienced in hemodialysis patients is anxiety. The research objective was to determine the application of spiritual-based benson relaxation therapy to anxiety levels in CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis. Method:Quasy-Experimental research design with one group pre post test design. Population of all CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis. The large number of samples of 20 intervention respondents. The sampling technique was purposive sampling by taking samples according to the inclusion criteria. The research intervention that was carried out was benson relaxation therapy which was carried out in CKD patients who routinely had hemodialysis for more than 6 months with a frequency of 2 times a week for 10-15 minutes with guidance from a clergyman and repeated until the patient could be independent. The research instrument for measuring anxiety used HARS (Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale) and the respondent's intervention used Benson relaxation SOP and spiritual healing SOP (spiritual guidance). Test analysis in this study was paired t test. Results: the results of the research based on the intervention carried out obtained the anxiety score before the intervention from 20 respondents, the majority on the score of severe anxiety (28-41) which is as much as 70% then followed by moderate anxiety (21-27) which is as much as 30%. Anxiety scores after the intervention of 20 respondents, the majority on mild anxiety scores (14-20) which is as much as 70% then followed by moderate anxiety (21-27) which is as many as 20% and the minority in non-anxious conditions (<14) which is as many as 10% . From the results of the analysis using the paired t test, the results obtained were a p value of 0.001, with α = 0.05 so that the p value <α (0.001 <0.05). meaning that there is a difference between the pre and post tests on the level of anxiety with the spiritual-based benson relaxation therapy intervention in CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis. Conclusion: Based on the discussion that we have conveyed, it can be concluded that benson relaxation and spiritual healing can reduce anxiety in CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis.

The Effect of Benson Relaxation and Dhikr on Decreasing Pain Scale in Active Phase I Delivery Mothers at Yosi Trihana Independent Midwifery Practice

<div><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"><tbody><tr><td align="left" valign="top"><p><em>Pain management uses pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches, to reduce pain by treating accompanying symptoms. One of the non-pharmacological pain treatments is Benson relaxation therapy and dhikr. Benson relaxation therapy is a non-pharmacological strategy that combines relaxation techniques with the patient's belief system. It aims to reduce pain and encourage calmness by focusing on Allah SWT and releasing all emotions to the mother. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of Benson relaxation and dhikr on reducing the pain scale in mothers inpartu kala I active phase. The research method used is quantitative with a pre-experimental research design, with the type of research one group pre-post test. The research location was at the Yosi Trihana Independent Practice Midwife, Klaten Regency, Central Java. They were carried out in November 2023 to January 2024. The population used was all active mothers inpartu active phase I. The sampling technique was total sampling, so the research sample was 30 respondents. The research instrument used the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) pain scale. Data analysis was performed using the Wilcoxon test, which was processed using SPSS software version 20.0. The results showed a significant relationship with a p-value = (0.000). There is a decrease in the intensity of pain experienced during the labour process in Yosi Trihana's Independent Midwife Practice. These findings indicate that benzene relaxation and dhikr significantly impact reducing pain levels during labour. It is recommended that nurses and other health workers use dhikr relaxation as a non-pharmacological technique to reduce pain during labour. </em><em></em></p><p> </p></td></tr></tbody></table></div><strong><em>Keywords: Benson Relaxation, Dhikr, Pain Intensity Scal</em></strong>

Penerapan Terapi Relaksasi Benson Untuk Mengurangi Nyeri Pada Klien Post Sectio Caesarea Dengan Indikasi Letak Lintang Di Ruang Anggrek RSUD Dr.T.C Hillers Maumere

Background: Sectio caesarea is an artificial birth in which the fetus is born through an incision in the front abdominal wall and uterine wall provided that the uterus is intact and the fetus weighs above 500 grams (Ramandanty, 2019). Sectio Caesarea is a surgical procedure by opening the abdominal wall and uterine wall to give birth to a fetus with a fetal weight of more than 500 grams and a fetal age of > 28 weeks and is carried out by means of surgery on the abdominal wall (laparotomy) and uterus (hysterectomy) with the aim of removing one or more babies. Sectio Caesarea delivery is carried out to prevent the death of the fetus and mother due to complications that will occur in vaginal delivery. Relaxation techniques are the most appropriate techniques for reducing pain, one of which is Benson Relaxation which is a development of the deep breathing relaxation method by involving the patient's confidence factor which can create a calm environment so that it can help patients achieve a higher state of health and well-being. Research Objective: to analyze the effect of the Benson relaxation technique on post caesarean section patients in the Orchid (Nifas) room at RSUD dr. T.C Hillers Maumere. Research Method: The research method used was a descriptive method with a case study/nursing care approach, with 2 patients who experienced post-cesarean section pain. Results: The results found after applying the Benson relaxation technique in both patients gave a positive response and the level of post caesarean section pain decreased. Conclusion: Benson relaxation therapy is effective in reducing pain.

The Effectiveness of Benson Relaxation Therapy Through Family Empowerment on Reducing Blood Pressure in Hypertensive Elderly

Introduction. Hypertension is a degenerative disease affecting all ages, especially the elderly. This condition with poor management can cause fatal complications. One of the interventions to reduce blood pressure is the Benson relaxation technique which is very simple and can be practiced by patients themselves. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of Benson relaxation therapy through family empowerment on lowering blood pressure in the elderly with hypertension. Method. This research is quantitative with a pretest and post-test study design. A total of 44 respondents agreed to participate divided into intervention and control groups. This study was conducted in three three-month periods of data collection (July-September 2023) at one of the community health centers, in Indonesia. Instruments used in this study are measuring demographic characteristics and blood pressure observation. Result. The majority of respondents were aged 55-65 years old (54.5%) and female. There was a statistically significant effect of Benson Relaxation therapy through family empowerment on blood pressure in elderly hypertension with p-value 0.005. Discussion. It can be concluded that Benson Relaxation therapy through Family Empowerment is effective on the fourth day of measurement in reducing systolic blood pressure and effective on the third day of measurement in reducing diastolic blood pressure in the elderly with hypertension.

Analisis Asuhan Keperawatan pada Pasien Post Operasi Fraktur Femur dengan Masalah Keperawatan Nyeri Akut dengan Intervensi Inovasi Terapi Benson

This study aims to relieve or reduce pain to a level of comfort felt by postoperative femur fracture patients. The method used is descriptive analysis research design with case studies and the number of samples is 1 patient, the instrument is a format Medical surgical nursing care in accordance with the regulations in force at the institution. The results showed that the results obtained from the analysis of one of the patients who received Benson relaxation therapy, namely the patient said that after the Benson relaxation therapy was done, the patient said he felt more calm, less pain. This shows that gasoline relaxation is effective after surgery. Conclusion, based on research giving benson relaxation is very effective for reducing pain in postoperative femoral fracture patients.
 
 Keywords: Acute, Benson, Femur Fracture, Pain, Relaxation.

THE INFLUENCE OF BENSON RELAXATION TECHNIQUE ON PAIN REDUCTION IN PATIENTS AFTER CESAREAN SECTION SURGERY

A Caesarean Section (C-section) is a surgical procedure in which a fetus is delivered through an incision made in the abdominal and uterine walls, provided that the uterus is intact, and the fetus weighs more than 500 grams. Abdominal incisions can cause pain. One non-pharmacological therapy that can be employed to alleviate post-operative abdominal pain in C-section patients is Benson Relaxation Therapy. This study aims to investigate the impact of Benson Relaxation Therapy on Pain Reduction in Post-Operative C-Section Patients. This research is categorized as a quasi-experimental study using a one-group pretest-posttest design approach. Data collection took place from August 15th to 26th, 2022, involving a population of 15 post-C-section mothers. Data were collected using both primary and secondary sources and analyzed using the Wilcoxon test, as well as univariate and bivariate analysis techniques. The study results showed a significant difference in pain levels before and after the administration of Benson Relaxation Therapy, with a p-value of 0.000 (<0.05). It is hoped that this research will enhance postpartum mothers' awareness of pain-reduction therapies, prompting them to consult healthcare professionals (doctors and nurses) and participate in seminars or workshops organized by relevant institutions.

Effect of Benson's Relaxation Therapy on Pain and Sleep Quality among Patients Undergoing Thoracic Surgery

Effect of Benson's Relaxation Therapy on Pain and Sleep Quality among Patients Undergoing Thoracic Surgery

Benson's Relaxation Therapy to Reduce Postoperative Pain Intensity of TUR-P: A Case Study

Introduction: Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) is a disease condition in which there is enlargement of the prostate gland. This study aims to conduct a case study by analyzing nursing care by providing benson relaxation therapy on pain levels in TUR-P postoperative patientsMethods: Research design using case studies. The respondents used were 3 postoperative TUR-P people with acute pain nursing problems. The intervention provided was Benson's relaxation therapy. The instrument used is a pain assessment sheet. Data was analyzed using descriptive analysisResults: The results showed the main complaints of lower abdominal pain, pain like being stabbed, pain intensity disappeared arising and pain scale 6. The nursing diagnosis that emerged in 3 patients was acute pain with pain management intervention. The implementation of benson relaxation is carried out for 15 minutes Decrease in pain level 6 to 5 on the first day, 5 to 4 on the second day and 4 to 3 on the third day.Conclusion: Benson's relaxation therapy can reduce acute pain in patients with postoperative TUR-P.

Application of Benson's Relaxation Therapy to Reducing Anxiety in Patients Hypertension: Case Study

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a condition characterized by increased blood pressure on the walls of the arteries. Once the person worries about the emergence of a new problem in hypertension will cause emotional mental disorders or feelings that we often encounter, one of which is anxiety. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods can overcome anxiety problems experienced by patients; one of them is the Benson therapy technique. Benson relaxation will make a person feel relaxed. Based on this, the study aimed to determine the effect of applying Benson relaxation therapy procedures in reducing anxiety in patients who have hypertension. This research used a descriptive case study design. The research subject was 1 person, and data were collected through interviews, observation, and documentation studies which were carried out 2 times a day for 7 days. The result obtained before giving therapy was that the client experienced anxiety with a HARS value of 24 (moderate anxiety) and the blood pressure was 160/80 mmHg, after being given Benson relaxation technique therapy 2 times a day in 7 days was that the HARS value became 16 (mild anxiety) and the blood pressure becomes 140/90 mmHg which means there was a decrease in anxiety levels. It is hoped that further researchers can consider the length of administration and for health workers to use this Benson relaxation therapy as an alternative in providing nursing care to patients with anxiety.

Implementation of Nursing Care for Clients with Stadium IIA Cervic Cancer in Anxiety Disorders with Benson's Relaxation in The Pavilion of Faith Sudjudi Floor II Gatot Soebroto Army

Cervical cancer is a malignant process that occurs in the cervix, so that the surrounding tissue cannot carry out its functions as it should. The high incidence of cervical cancer in Indonesia has made cervical cancer a major health problem and one of the highest causes of death. It is noted that the incidence of cervical cancer in Indonesia is 36,000 cases or 9.2% of the total cancer cases and ranks second after breast cancer. Cervical cancer is a disease that causes psychological disturbances in the form of anxiety. One therapy that can reduce anxiety is benson relaxation. The purpose of this writing study is to describe nursing care for cervical cancer patients in anxiety disorders with Benson relaxation. The method used is descriptive research in the form of a case study. The characteristics of the subjects of this study were patients who experienced postoperative anxiety about cervical cancer with the HARS scale rating, with a score of 39 with a severe level of anxiety decreasing to 19 with mild anxiety. The results of this study found that in cervical cancer patients. after applying the Benson Relaxation technique can reduce the anxiety experienced by patients. The conclusion from this case study is that Benson's Relaxation Therapy is effective for reducing anxiety, from a score of 39 with a severe level of anxiety there is a decrease to 19 with mild anxiety.

NURSING CARE POST OPERATIONAL APPENDICITIS PATIENTS WITH NURSING PROBLEMS ACUTE PAIN IN BIMA ROOM RSUD JOMBANG

Background : Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix caused by a bacterial infection as the main cause. Method : This research design is a case study using 2 clients who experience postoperative appendicitis with acute pain nursing problems, nursing care is carried out for 3 consecutive days using non-pharmacological therapeutic interventions. Result: The results showed that acute pain with Benson relaxation and aromatherapy therapy, the problem was resolved by reducing the severe pain scale to a mild pain scale for both clients. Analysis : To carry out nursing care for clients who experience Post operational appendicitis with priority problems of Acute pain. Conclusion : Giving Benson relaxation therapy for 30 minutes will decrease pain receptors and stimulate the release of endophins so as to create a relaxed or calming state that can overcome complaints of postoperative pain after appendicitis this therapy is given for 3 days in a row.

PENERAPAN TERAPI RELAKSASI BENSON UNTUK MENURUNKAN TEKANAN DARAH PADA LANSIA DENGAN HIPERTENSI DI KELUARGA WILAYAH BINAAN PUSKESMAS PEGANDAN SEMARANG

Hypertension is an increase in blood pressure above normal which has a very close relationship with the elderly, so it can cause complications and cardiovascular disease if not treated properly. In the treatment of hypertension, the elderly can control blood pressure by using the Benson relaxation technique. Benson relaxation is a non-pharmacological therapy that uses the breathing relaxation method by involving the patient's belief factor. This case study aims to describe the application of Benson relaxation therapy 10-15 minutes, 2 times a day, for 3 days can reduce blood pressure in the elderly with hypertension in the Pegandan Public Health Center Semarang. The type of case study used is descriptive. The subjects used were 2 people with criteria of age > 60 years, BP 140/90 mmHg – 159/99 mmHg. The instrument used is a digital sphygmomanometer and Benson relaxation SOP. The final result of the application of Benson relaxation showed that subject I experienced a decrease in blood pressure on the first day, namely 158/92 mmHg to 138/84 mmHg on the third day, subject II experienced a decrease in blood pressure on the first day, namely 158/86 mmHg to 130/76 mmHg on the third day. The level of family independence of the two subjects increased from the level of independence of III to IV. Benson relaxation is recommended to help lower blood pressure in the elderly with hypertension

Efektivitas Penerapan Relaksasi Benson Dalam Menurunkan Kecemasan Pada Pasien Pre-Operasi: Studi Kasus

The pre-operative period is strongly associated with increased anxiety levels amongst patients, resulting in emotional, cognitive, or physiological responses. Anxiety in patients that is not managed properly can cause psychological and physical changes, namely an increase in sympathetic nerve work associated with increased breathing frequency, heart rate, blood pressure, and cold sweats. The Benson relaxation method is one of the nursing interventions in the form of relaxation that focuses the mind by combining the beliefs of each individual. Benson relaxation is a subjective stress management method that can have the effect of reducing anxiety levels, mood disorders, improving sleep quality, and reducing pain. This case study aims to determine the effectiveness of the application of Benson relaxation in reducing anxiety in pre-operative patients. The methodology utilised in this paper is a case study that examined the application of Benson relaxation interventions before surgery during 2 sessions of 20-35 minutes applying the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) instrument to assess the patient's anxiety level. The results of this case study indicate that the provision of Benson relaxation therapy to both respondents proved effective in reducing anxiety levels before surgery as evidenced by the average decrease in HAM-A scores for both respondents of 6.5 from moderate to mild anxiety.