Implementasi Slow Stroke Back Massage dengan Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) untuk Mengurangi Nyeri Akut pada Pasien Hipertensi di Ruang Kenanga RSUD dr. Haryoto Lumajang: Studi Kasus

Abstract

Cardiovascular diseases, especially hypertension, are still significant heart problem on the worldwide and cause a variety of symptoms such as headaches, heart palpitations, vertigo, and blurred vision. Persistent headaches in hypertensive patients often require treatment, and cause acute pain nursing problems. One of the interventions to reduce this pain is Slow Stroke Back Massage (SSBM) with Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO). This case study aims to identify the effect of SSBM with VCO on the reduction of acute pain in hypertensive patients. The participant was Mr. L, 64 years old, with grade 1 hypertension who was treated at dr. Haryoto Lumajang Hospital. The intervention was carried out for 5 consecutive days, once a day, with a duration of 3-10 minutes. The results showed a decrease in the pain scale from 7 to 1. The goal was achieved by reducing pain complaints, protective attitude, restlessness, and improving pulse frequency. Thus, Slow Stroke Back Massage (SSBM) with Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) is quite effective in reducing pain in hypertensive patients who experience acute pain