(P2-52) Nurse Educators' Experiences of Conducting Trauma Healing to Reduce Anxiety Among Victims of the MT. Merapi Eruption at Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta

Abstract

Background

The number of victims in various refugee camps who experience anxiety after the Mount Merapi eruption. Various factors that cause this condition include a lack of concern for the early treatment of psychological casualties. Support from health professionals, particularly nurses, is needed to prevent the onset of mild anxiety.

Objectives

The study was carried out in order to help understand the meaning of nurses' experiences of trauma healing to prevent anxiety among the victims of the Mount Merapi eruption.

Method

This was a qualitative research study with a phenomenological approach. In-depth interviews were used to explore participants' experiences conducting trauma healing therapy to the Mount Merapi eruption victims.

Result

The result showed the implementation of trauma healing therapy includes: (1) assessment of emotional responses; (2) physical examination; and (3) psychological assistance. The therapy being implemented includes: (1) five-finger hypnosis therapy; (2) stopped thinking therapy; and (3) progressive relaxation. The impacts of trauma healing included: (1) spirit returning; (2) increased of relaxation; (3) calmness; (4) normal vital signs; and (5) the ability to interact with other refugees. Problems experienced included the large number of refugees, the noisy environment, and a lack of concentration from the nurse when providing therapy.

Conclusion

To solve the problem, nurses are expected to recognize the response required for the victim and apply interventions based on the assessment, data analysis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Victims of the Mount Merapi eruption are expected to attempt to apply the self-trauma healing.