Abstract:
tissues, which are then excreted through urine. Gout arthritis is one of the most common metabolic diseases that usually reach the end and women are post- menopause.This metabolic disease is caused by the accumulation of monosodium urate monohydrate crystals on the joints.
Gout Arthritis is also caused by primary and secondary factors, 99% of which are unknown primary factors (Idiopathic). Secondary factors include increased production of uric acid, disruption of the process of removing uric acid and the combination of the two causes. Generally, those who suffer from Gout Arthritis are men. With this background, researchers want to know nursing care for the elderly with GOUT ARHRITIS di PUKESMAS KEDUNG SOLO KEC PORONG.
This case study research is a study to explore the problem of nursing care for chronic pain in the elderly with gout and arthritis problems at the Kedung Solo Public Health Center, Porong District, Sidoarjo Regency. The purpose of this study was to be able to provide nursing care to clients with pain in gouty arthritis at the Kedung Solo Public Health Center, Porong District, Sidoarjo Regency. The research method used is descriptive method in the form of case studies. Participants who were given nursing care were women with the age of 67 years. Data collection techniques with interviews, observations, and documentation studies
The results of providing nursing care to both clients found subjective and objective data where the client experienced chronic pain. The difference between client 1 and client 2 pain lies in interpreting the pain threshold and the culture that the client does to deal with pain. Client 1 has pain in the ankle and swelling in the ankle. Client 2 has pain in his toes and cramping frequently
Researchers suggest: (1) Can provide encouragement for control every month and provide nursing care according to the actions needed by clients and are also advised to teach non-pharmacological methods to reduce pain, especially in the elderly who experience pain in gouty arthritis because it is proven to reduce pain and improve care. excellent nursing.
