Penerapan Batuk Efektif pada Ketidakefektifan Bersihan Jalan Nifas Penderita Asma Bronkhial

Abstract

Background: Asthma is a non-communicable disease characterized by recurrent
attacks of shortness of breath and wheezing. Asthma begins with asthma
allergens that will cause antigen and antibody reactions. This reaction releases
vasoactive substances that cause increased sputum secretion and airway
obstruction. Effective cough technique is one of the efficient non-pharmacological
treatments because it can be done easily and effectively to expel phlegm in
asthmatics. Objective: The purpose of this case study is to describe nursing care
by applying effective coughing to expel phlegm in bronchial asthma patients.
Methods: This study is a descriptive study in Orong Dalam Village, Lingar District
in June-July 2021. The samples in this study were two adult bronchial asthma
sufferers using interview, observation and physical examination methods.
Results: The results of this study indicate that the application of coughing
techniques is effective. proven to be able to help clients who do not have the
ability to cough to expel phlegm effectively and efficiently. Before the procedure,
the client cannot expel phlegm effectively and efficiently, and after the action of
giving effective coughing techniques for 6 times, the client's effective coughing
ability increases and can perform effective coughing techniques independently.
Conclusion: The application of an effective cough technique is very effective in
removing phlegm in patients with bronchial asthma. Suggestion: For further
researchers, they can work together with local health workers to conduct
counseling and counseling activities to increase knowledge and provide
information, especially about bronchial asthma and effective coughing techniques.
Keywords: bronchial asthma, phlegm, effective cough technique, ineffective
airway clearance, nursing care