PENGARUH KOMBINASI RELAKSASI NAFAS DALAM DAN RENDAM KAKI AIR HANGAT DENGAN GARAM TERHADAP NYERI SENDI PADA LANSIA DENGAN GOUT ARTHRITIS DI DESA KEDUNGREJO - PAKIS KABUPATEN MALANG

Background: Gouty arthritis in the elderly is a type of rheumatic disease that is feared because it can affect anyone and is usually characterized by inflammation such as pain, swelling, heat, and redness. So therapy is needed to help reduce pain, namely by combining deep breathing relaxation and soaking the feet in warm water with salt.
Method: The research method used uses case study reports. Data collection was carried out using scientific methods by the principles of the Nursing Process which includes: Assessment, Data Analysis, Nursing Intervention, Implementation, Documentation, and Physical Examination carried out by directly observing and interviewing clients and families. After 5 home visits were carried out on Mrs. R.
Results: The results of the case analysis of Mrs. R with Gouty Arthritis showed two priority diagnoses, namely Acute Pain and Knowledge Deficit regarding Gout Arthritis. With the results of providing nursing care with SIKI as a reference and additional therapy, a combination of providing deep breathing relaxation and soaking the feet in warm water with salt to help reduce pain levels in elderly people with gout arthritis.
Conclusion: Providing deep breathing relaxation therapy and soaking the feet in warm water with salt to help reduce pain levels has proven to be effective.