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Journal : Journal of Multidisciplinary Research

Implementation of the Wim Hof Therapy in Airway Management and Nursing Education for Respiratory Clinical Symptoms Adella, Denisa; Somantri , Irman; Mediawati, Ati Surya
Journal of Multidisciplinary Research Vol. 2 No. 3 (2026): April
Publisher : Utami Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70963/jmr.v2i3.559

Abstract

Airway disorders are common clinical issues among patients with chronic respiratory diseases such as pulmonary tuberculosis, often resulting in ineffective breathing patterns, decreased oxygen saturation, and persistent cough. Nurses play a critical role in airway management, not only through pharmacological therapy but also through non-pharmacological, education-based interventions. One potential method for improving respiratory function is the Wim Hof technique.This study employed a descriptive case study design using the 3M management approach (Man, Material, Method) and the POAC management functions (Planning, Organizing, Actuating, Controlling). The intervention consisted of Wim Hof breathing exercises administered to one pulmonary tuberculosis patient for three consecutive days at a frequency of twice daily. Parameters measured included respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, cough frequency, and sleep quality.Results demonstrated a reduction in respiratory rate from 27x/minute to 20x/minute, a decrease in cough frequency by up to 50%, and an improvement in oxygen saturation from 99% with 5 L/min supplemental oxygen to 97% on room air. Furthermore, the patient’s sleep quality improved, and family engagement in care increased significantly.The implementation of the Wim Hof technique yielded positive effects on respiratory function through enhanced alveolar ventilation, stabilization of oxygenation, and reduced work of breathing. The combined application of the 3M and POAC frameworks strengthened the effectiveness of the intervention by reinforcing the roles of nurses and family members. Wim Hof breathing therapy is effective as part of airway management interventions for nursing diagnoses of ineffective breathing pattern, ineffective airway clearance, and impaired gas exchange.
Co-Authors Aat Sriati Aat Sriati Aat Sriati Achmad Nizar Hidayanto Adella, Denisa Ai Mardhiyah Ai Mardhiyah Ai Mardhiyah Andini Bilqiis Ashiilah Asfarada, Muhammad Rizky Atika Salma Azzahra Aulia, Syifa Nurul Ayu Prawesti Basrah, Miftahul Jannah Cencen Hendra Setiawan Cholilatur Rohmania da Conceição, José Ximenes Dewi Gayatri Dheandra, Putri Vidahlia Dina Pranita Donny Juliandri Prihadi Dyah Setyorini Elly Nurachmah Eryando, Tries Etika Emaliyawati Fatima Cabral, Cenia fransisca sri susilaningsih Fransisca Sri Susilaningsih Haelena Wibowo, Gita Amoria Hana Rizmadewi Agustina Hanny Handiyani Hariyanto, Hasna Husniyah Henny Suzana Mediani Henny Yulianita Hesti Nuraeni hesti nuraeni Husin, Nurmila Ihsan, Riza Nurul Ikeu Nurhidayah Indra Maulana` Indra Maulana Irman Somantri Iwan Shalahuddin Iyus Yosep Kosim Kosim Kristian Labertus Kurniawan Yudianto Kusman Ibrahim Maria Komariah Masfuri - Metilda Metilda Muchtaruddin Mansyur Namina, Fajaritta Sukma Nita Fitria Novita Sari Nur Oktavia Hidayati Nur Oktavia Hidayati Hidayati Ofni Stephany Lumban Raja Penu, Agnes Stephania Putro, Prasetyo Adi Wibowo Rahma Jumila Rahma, Nur Rakhmawat, Windy Ramoo, Vimala Reviani, Suci Rismayanti, Depi Ristina Mirwanti Rizkika Nur Amalia Rossa, Nikita Rr Tutik Sri Hariyati Ryan Hara Permana Sandra Restuti Septania, Salma Mega Setiawati, Deni Setyowati , Setyowati Siki, Kornelius Somantri , Irman Sudika, Ajeng Lestari Khoirunnisa Susanti, Lenny Tati Sumarni Therecia Simanjuntak Theresia Eriyani Titis Kurniawan Udin Rosidin Umboh Morenita Jeanifer Widayana, I Gede Angga Ariesta Witri Destiani Yanti Alimuddin, Nurul Ilmi Zakiyah, Alifah Ummu