The Effect Of Prayer On The Hemodynamic Status Of Patients After Surgery

Background: Anxiety and lack of pain control caused by surgery lead to hemodynamic changes and aggravate physical complications. Among the religious sources, prayer is the most used source in the treatment of diseases. This study was conducted with the aim of examining the effect of prayer on the hemodynamic status of patients after surgery. Method: This semi-experimental study with two intervention and control groups was conducted on 54 patients who had been selected by non-random method. The Tavasol prayer was broadcasted to patients in the intervention group during the provision of clinical care. Patients in the control group received the hospital routine care. Hemodynamic status of patients was recorded by sphygmomanometer, pulse oximeter, and thermometer. Data were analyzed by Rapid Meier statistical test. Results: The repeated analysis of variance did not show a significant difference between the two groups in terms of body temperature (P=0.32), pulse rate (P=0.06), diastolic blood pressure (P=0.7) and systolic blood pressure (P=0.43). Conclusion: Nurses as a professional member of medical team play a vital role during the hospitalization of patients. They are also required to provide nursing care based on patient needs by understanding the patient’s spiritual needs. Therefore, prayer therapy as a holistic care has an effective role in the internal coherence of patients.