Pengaruh Penerapan Relaksasi Benson dan Aromaterapi terhadap Tingkat Nyeri pada Pasien dengan Post Operasi Appendisitis di RSAU Dr. M. Hassan Toto Tahun 2024

The Effect of Benson Relaxation and Aromatherapy on Pain Levels in Post-Appendectomy Patients at Dr. M. Hassan Toto Air Force Hospital in 2024

Abstract

Introduction: Pain experienced by post-appendectomy patients, if not properly managed, can affect the recovery period and hinder mobility following surgery. The pain problem in post-appendectomy patients can be addressed through both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, such as Benson relaxation and aromatherapy.

Objective: This study aims to identify the effect of Benson relaxation therapy and aromatherapy on post-appendectomy patients.

Methods: This research employed an experimental design. The population consisted of pre-appendectomy patients at a general hospital (referred to as Hospital X). The sample was selected using non-random purposive sampling, with a total of 18 respondents.

Results: Based on the study findings, the mean and standard deviation of pain measurements in post-appendectomy patients showed a statistically significant difference using the paired samples T-test, with a p-value of 0.001 (< 0.05) and an effect size of 7.05. This indicates that Benson relaxation and aromatherapy have a significant effect on reducing pain levels in post-appendectomy patients at Dr. M. Hassan Toto Air Force Hospital in 2024.

Conclusion: There is a significant difference in pain levels before and after the application of Benson relaxation and aromatherapy in post-appendectomy patients.