The Use of Benson Relaxation Therapy in Reducing Anxiety in Type II Diabetes Mellitus Patients at Royal Prima General Hospital, Medan: A Case Study

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus has now become one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Lifestyle changes such as higher calorie intake, increased consumption of processed foods, and unhealthy lifestyles are factors that contribute to the increase in cases of diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease that patients will suffer from for the rest of their lives and can occur in both men and women. Patients will feel uncomfortable with the condition they are experiencing. Feelings of discomfort or vague concerns about the disease they are experiencing are accompanied by an autonomic response, a feeling of fear caused by anticipation of the dangers of diabetes mellitus. Method: This study is a descriptive study with a case study design using a nursing process approach. The sample size in this study was one case that was treated for three days. Data collection was conducted through interviews and observations as well as documentation of the actions taken for the patient.  Results: The results of the evaluation are as follows: The patient reports decreased dizziness, blood glucose level of 200 mg/dl, level of consciousness: compos mentis, V:5 M:5 V:5 GCS: 11. Coordination has improved, consciousness has improved, drowsiness has decreased, dizziness has decreased, complaints of hunger have decreased. Blood glucose levels improved. On the third day, the evaluation results began to improve, and blood glucose levels had improved. Conclusion: Nursing management for patients with diabetes mellitus has been carried out comprehensively through the stages of assessment, diagnosis formulation, nursing plan, and nursing evaluation