Effect of Benson's Relaxation Technique on Postoperative Pain and Sleeping Quality in Women Undergoing Hysterectomy

Abstract

Background: Benson's relaxation technique is one of the systematic techniques that could be utilized to relive postoperative pain and improve sleep quality. It is an important component of nursing care for hysterectomized women. Aim: the study aimed to evaluate effect of Benson's relaxation technique on postoperative pain and quality of sleeping among women undergoing hysterectomy. Design: Quasi-experimental study design (two groups study {\&} control) was utilized. Setting: The study was conducted at Obstetrics and Gynecological department in Benha University hospital. Sample: A purposive sample for women undergoing hysterectomy at a period of 6 months. Tools: Three tools were used. I: An interviewing questionnaire sheet (personal characteristics, current surgical data) II: visual analog scale and III: The Groningen Sleep Quality Scale. Results: There was a significant improvement in pain severity and sleep quality among women in study group compared with those in the control group, after application of Benson's relaxation technique. Moreover, there was highly negative statistical correlation between total pain severity and total sleep quality scores of studied group at pre and post-intervention phase. Conclusion: The application of Benson's relaxation technique was effective in reducing severity of post-operative pain and enhancing quality of sleeping among women undergoing hysterectomy. Recommendation: It was recommended that Benson's relaxation intervention should be offered as a part of standard nursing care for women undergoing hysterectomy in hospitals. Key