<![CDATA[Hypertension is one of the non-communicable diseases that many elderly people experience due to the aging process and changes in cardiovascular function. Uncontrolled hypertension can cause serious complications so that non-pharmacological interventions are needed as a supportive effort. One of the therapies that can be used is lemon aromatherapy, which is known to have a relaxation effect and has the potential to lower blood pressure. This study aims to determine blood pressure changes in the elderly with hypertension after the administration of lemon aromatherapy at RT 05 RW 27 Jebres District, Surakarta City. The research method used a descriptive case study on two hypertensive elderly people. The intervention was carried out by giving lemon aromatherapy through inhalation for 10–15 minutes for three consecutive days. Blood pressure was measured before and after the intervention using a sphygmomanometer. The results showed a decrease in blood pressure in both respondents. Mr. D decreased from 168/94 mmHg to 152/86 mmHg, while Mr. M decreased from 177/99 mmHg to 163/88 mmHg. The decrease in blood pressure was accompanied by a subjective report in the form of a feeling of more relaxed and comfortable. The conclusion of this study confirms that lemon aromatherapy can help lower blood pressure and provide a relaxing effect on the elderly with hypertension, so it has the potential to be a useful complementary therapy.]]>
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