Application of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Therapy to Ineffective Breathing Patterns in Patients with Acute Pulmonary Edema: a case study

Abstract

Background: Acute pulmonary edema is an emergency condition that requires immediate treatment because it can be fatal and even lead to death due to disruption of gas exchange in the alveoli (Hayat, 2021). The prevalence of acute pulmonary edema in Indonesia is recorded at around 14% of 100,000 people/year, with a mortality rate of 40% for patients who do not seek prompt treatment (Hariyanto, 2020). Objective: To analyze the application of progressive muscle relaxation therapy to ineffective breathing patterns in patients with acute pulmonary edema. Methods: This study used a descriptive research design with a case study approach in one patient with acute pulmonary edema. Results: From the implementation results carried out for 3 days starting from Tuesday, December 23, 2025 to Thursday, December 25, 2025. After being given progressive muscle relaxation therapy, the shortness of breath experienced by the client decreased, the client's respiratory rate improved and the patient's oxygen saturation also improved so that the nursing problem of ineffective breathing patterns was said to be resolved. Conclusion: After implementing progressive muscle relaxation therapy for 3 days, the final result was that the ineffective breathing pattern was resolved, meaning that the provision of progressive muscle relaxation therapy was effective in reducing shortness of breath in patients.

Keywords: Acute Pulmonary Edema, Progressive Muscle Relaxation Therapy, Ineffective Breathing Patter.