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Journal : Lentera Perawat

Application of progressive muscle relaxation therapy to reduce anxiety in clients with hypertension: A case study Fitria, Lailatul; Dewi, Erti Ikhtiarini; Deviantony, Fitrio; Kusumaningsih, Amalia
Lentera Perawat Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): October - Desember
Publisher : STIKes Al-Ma'arif Baturaja

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v6i4.562

Abstract

Background: Hypertension is frequently associated with psychological disorders, particularly anxiety, which may worsen physiological responses and lead to decreased quality of life. Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is a non-pharmacological intervention proven to reduce anxiety and enhance psychological and physiological stability among clients with chronic diseases. Objective: This case study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of PMR therapy in reducing anxiety levels in a hypertensive client. Methods: A single-case study design using a nursing care approach was implemented on a client diagnosed with stage 2 hypertension and moderate anxiety based on the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS). PMR therapy was performed once daily for five consecutive days, supported by assessments through interviews, observation, vital sign monitoring, and HARS evaluation. Results: The client demonstrated a decrease in anxiety level from moderate (HARS score: 17) to mild (HARS score: 13) after five therapy sessions. Additional improvements were noted in sleep duration, perceived relaxation, and blood pressure stability. The client became able to independently perform PMR beginning on day three. Conclusion: Progressive Muscle Relaxation therapy demonstrated a positive impact on reducing anxiety among hypertensive clients when practiced consistently and systematically. PMR may be recommended as a complementary nursing intervention in community settings to improve psychological well-being and prevent hypertension-related complications. Further studies using larger sample sizes are recommended to strengthen generalizability.
Co-Authors Achmad Achmad Anggi Indah Yuliana Asy'ari , Moch Umar Zam Aulia, Sirrul Batubara, Putri Fadila Dina Sonia Dwi Puspitasari Erti Ikhtiarini Dewi Fadhila Fadhila Fadhila, Nurul Fadlan Fadlan Fahimah, Mar'atul Fatimah, Izzatul Fitrianingsih, Wulandari Fitrio Deviantony Gunawan , Krido Hary Halimah, Sitti Hanif, Rifki Hermawan, Muhammad Irfan Ali, Irfan Irfan Maulana, Irfan Ismahani, Siti Karolina, Caren Khairunnikmah, Zul Fajrin Khairunnisa Khairunnisa Kusuma, Muhammad Akmal Kusumaningsih, Amalia Laili, Afrohatul Lailia, Siti Afkarina Latifah, Ika Khikmatul Lestari, Isnawati Lujeng Lilawati, Emi Lilik Indayani Lisa Amelia Ludia Maknun , Luklu'ul Mashalan, Fahima Maufirah, Fitria Nur Maulanasari, Devi Muhtar, Imaanuddin Musthofa Hadi, Musthofa Nasirudin, Mohamad Nisa, Irma Naza ‘Aina Nu'man, Moh. Nurfadila, Riski Aisah Nurhadi, Muhammad Poppy Rachman Prasetyo, Muhammad Jefri Purba, Kezia Nur Elizanti Putri Ayu, Farsya Awliya PUTRI WAHYUNI Putri, Antonia Venta Nathaniela Putriana, Eka Ratna Azzahra Rizkiatin Reny Retnaningsih Rifqi Khairul Anam Riyadh U.B, Ahmad Rohmah, Deliatur Rosayyida, Harisa Sabrina, Azra Batrisyia Sagara, Afryand Bagus Sakinah, Zahrah Malihah Sakti, Sefihara Paramitha Salmanda, Dandi Salomo, Titus Samsul Arifin Sari, Elok Fariha Sitanggang, Cansa Namira Slamet Sukmono, Rita Ambrawati Susanti, Dhina Ayu Syach, Choirul Anam Syahizidane, Diego Firdy Bramasta Theresia Pradiani Wahab, Abd. Aziz Widianto, Hendrik Puji Yoesra, Alfien Yulianingsih, Fina Yuniar, Ananda Eka Alya Yuri Ariyanto Zulherman