DESWITA EKAVIANI, NIM. 202301011 (2026) ASUHAN KEPERAWATAN LANSIA PADA KLIEN GOUT ARTHRITIS DENGAN MASALAH KEPERAWATAN NYERI AKUT. KTI thesis, UNIVERSITAS MUHAMMADIYAH GOMBONG.

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Abstract

Background: As age increases, the risk of disease increases. The accumulation of crystals in the joints will become uric acid, which is recognised by various complaints such as joint pain, especially at the base of the big toe, knees, shoulders, and elbows. Gout arthritis pain can be treated with non-pharmacological therapy, with a combination therapy of ginger and lemongrass processed into water to compress the painful joint area. According to several studies, it has been shown that the content of ginger and lemongrass both provide a warm feeling and have analgesic properties and improves blood circulation so that pain can be reduced after applying a combination compress of ginger and lemongrass. Objective: Describe nursing care for clients with gout arthritis by giving warm compresses with a combination of boiled ginger water and lemongrass to reduce the pain scale. Methods: Conducted on January 18, 2026 – January 23, 2026, in the Jatingarang Village area, precisely in Rt 01/Rw 03. This Scientific Paper uses a descriptive method with data collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. Three respondents with joint pain and gouty arthritis were tested once in the morning for five days. The instruments used were an assessment form, a uric acid test kit, observation sheets, ginger, and lemongrass. Results: After five sessions, all three respondents showed a decrease in pain. Patient I experienced a decrease in pain from 6 to 4, patient II from 6 to 3, and patient III from 6 to 3. Recommendation: A warm compress technique combining boiled ginger and lemongrass water can be an effective intervention to reduce pain levels and uric acid levels in gout arthritis clients.

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