APPLICATION OF MUROTTAL AL-QUR'AN THERAPY OF AR RAHMAN SURAH TO REDUCING ANXIETY IN STEMI PATIENTS IN THE CVCU ROOM OF ARIFIN ACHMAD REGIONAL HOSPITAL, RIAU PROVINCE

Abstract

Anxiety is a physiological response of the body in anticipation of a perceived threat, which can trigger physiological changes, particularly in patients with ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI). If left unmanaged, this condition can affect hemodynamic stability and slow down recovery. One effective non-pharmacological intervention is the recitation therapy of the Qur’anic Surah Ar-Rahman (Murottal Al-Qur’an Surah Ar-Rahman), which provides a relaxation effect through brainwave stimulation and enhances spiritual comfort. This study aims to describe and evaluate the implementation of Murottal Al-Qur’an Surah Ar-Rahman therapy in reducing anxiety among STEMI patients in the CVCU Room of Arifin Achmad General Hospital, Riau Province. The method used was a case study on two patients, with data collected through observation, interviews regarding anxiety complaints, and measurement of vital signs before and after the intervention. The Murottal Al-Qur’an therapy was administered for 15 minutes by playing an audio recording of Surah Ar-Rahman. The success indicators referred to the Indonesian Nursing Outcome Standards (SLKI), by assessing anxiety signs and symptoms before and after the intervention. The results showed a decrease in anxiety levels in both patients, indicated by reduced complaints of shortness of breath, chest pain, restlessness, insomnia, and stabilization of vital signs, including respiratory rate, pulse, and blood pressure. This study recommends the implementation of Murottal Al-Qur’an Surah Ar-Rahman therapy as a spiritually based nursing intervention that is safe, easy to perform, has no side effects, and supports a holistic approach in the care of STEMI patients.