THE IMPLEMENTATION OF FOOT SOOK USING WARM WATER WITH LEMONGRASS ON BLOOD PRESSURE REDUCTION IN MRS. W WITH PREECLAMPSIA IN DESA SUNGAI KITANO, KECAMATAN MARTAPURA TIMUR
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Abstract
Background: Preeclampsia is a condition in pregnant women characterized by hypertension or blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg. Preeclampsia can cause various complications for both the mother and fetus. One non-pharmacological therapy that can be used to lower blood pressure in pregnant women is soaking the feet in warm water boiled with lemongrass. Objective: Providing nursing care to Mrs. W with the intervention of soaking the feet in warm water boiled with lemongrass to lower blood pressure in Mrs. W with preeclampsia in Desa Sungai Kitano, Kecamatan Martapura Timur. Methods: This research is a case study design on Mrs. W with preeclampsia. The intervention was given to third-trimester pregnant women with a foot soak in warm lemongrass-infused water for 3 consecutive days, with a frequency of once a day for 15 minutes. Results After administering the intervention of soaking the feet in warm lemongrass infusion for 3 days, the client's blood pressure decreased from 154/87 mmHg to 127/79 mmHg. The warmth of the lemongrass infusion will improve blood circulation because lemongrass contains essential oils that have a spicy and warming reaction, which can reduce muscle stiffness and dilate blood vessels. Conclusion: The intervention of soaking feet in warm lemongrass infusion helps lower blood pressure in pregnant women with preeclampsia. Suggestion for future researchers to apply other non-pharmacological therapies that can lower blood pressure in preeclampsia, such as soaking feet in saltwater and ginger foot baths.