<![CDATA[Appendicitis is one of the most common causes of acute abdomen that often requires surgical intervention. Acute pain and preoperative anxiety are the main problems that can affect both the physical and psychological condition of patients. Pain management through non-pharmacological education techniques, such as deep breathing relaxation, has been proven effective in reducing pain intensity and improving patient comfort. This case report to describe the implementation of pain management education in appendicitis patients in the preoperative room at the Central Surgical Installation of RSUD Labuang Baji. The method used was a case study of a patient diagnosed with appendicitis who experienced severe pain (scale 9) and anxiety before surgery. The intervention provided was education on deep breathing relaxation techniquesng a therapeutic communication approach, vital signs relaxation techniques using a therapeutic communication approach, vital signs observation, and monitoring of the patient's response. showed that after education and the application of deep breathing relaxation techniques, the patient experienced a reduction in pain intensity from scale 9 to scale 8, appeared calmer, and was more cooperative in facing the surgical procedure. However, anxiety was not fully resolved and still required further port. Pain management education with deep breathing relaxation techniques is effective in reducing pain levels and helping to alleviate anxiety in preoperative appendicitis patients. This intervention is recommended to be applied consistently by involving patients and their families, as well as being combined with other educational methods to achieve more optimal results.]]>
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