Nursing care of aloe vera compress in a hyperthermia patient with dengue hemorrhagic fever at dr. Haryoto Hospital of Lumajang
Keywords:
aloe vera, compress, hyperthermia, nursing care, dengue feverAbstract
Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) is an acute infectious disease caused by the dengue virus, which is generally transmitted through the bite of the Aedes aegypti mosquito. One of the main symptoms in the early phase is high fever, which often leads to hyperthermia, especially in pediatric patients. Uncontrolled hyperthermia can result in serious complications, including dehydration, febrile seizures, and neurological problems. This study aims to describe a nursing care intervention using aloe vera compresses to manage hyperthermia in children diagnosed with DHF. This case study was conducted at the Bougenville Ward, Dr. Haryoto Regional General Hospital, Lumajang, from December 15 to 18, 2024. The intervention consisted of applying aloe vera compresses twice daily for three days, with each session lasting 15–20 minutes. The effectiveness of the intervention was assessed by measuring the patient's body temperature before and after each session using a thermometer. The results showed a significant average temperature decrease of 1.5°C over three days, indicating a positive effect of the aloe vera compresses. Aloe vera contains active compounds such as natural saponins and salicylates, which function as antipyretic and anti-inflammatory agents, helping to reduce fever by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis. This analysis confirms that aloe vera compresses are an effective complementary nursing intervention for managing hyperthermia in pediatric dengue fever patients. Based on these findings, it is recommended that aloe vera compresses be considered as a non-pharmacological option in clinical practice to support temperature regulation in febrile children.
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