Application of Nursing Cold Therapy Intervention to Reduce Pain in Pneumothorax Patients
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https://doi.org/10.56294/hl2025713Keywords:
Pneumothorax, Cold Pack Therapy, Pain Management, Non-pharmacological Intervention, Nursing CareAbstract
Introduction: Pneumothorax patients commonly experience acute chest pain due to increased intrathoracic pressure, which significantly impacts their quality of life. Cold pack therapy has emerged as a promising non-pharmacological intervention for pain management.
Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of cold pack therapy in reducing pain intensity among pneumothorax patients.
Methods: A descriptive case study was conducted involving two pneumothorax patients at Padang Pariaman Regional General Hospital. Cold packs (5-10°C) were applied to the affected chest area for 10-15 minutes, three times daily for three consecutive days. Pain intensity was assessed using Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) before and after each intervention.
Results: Patient 1 (45-year-old male) showed pain reduction from scale 4 to 2 (50% reduction), while Patient 2 (51-year-old female) demonstrated pain reduction from scale 6 to 3 (50% reduction) over the three-day period. Both patients maintained stable vital signs with no adverse reactions.
Conclusions: Cold pack therapy effectively reduced pain intensity in pneumothorax patients, supporting its use as a safe, cost-effective non-pharmacological intervention complementary to standard medical care.
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