Key result
Diaphragmatic breathing reduces perceived stress ~42% in acute heart failure.
Why the study?
The effect of diaphragmatic breathing techniques on stress levels in patients with acute heart failure was evaluated due to the need for effective stress reduction methods in this population.
Does diaphragmatic breathing technique reduce stress levels in patients with acute heart failure?
Does diaphragmatic breathing technique reduce stress levels in patients with acute heart failure?
Absolute Event Rate: 1.3% vs 2.24%
Diaphragmatic breathing techniques significantly reduced perceived stress levels in patients with acute heart failure.
May aid stress reduction in acute HF; leaves open confirmation in randomized trials before practice change.
Objective: To evaluate the effect of diaphragmatic breathing techniques on stress levels in patients with acute heart failure. Study Design: Quasi-experimental studyPlace and Duration of Study: This study was conducted at the Al Muthanna Governorate-Iraq from 15th January 2026 to 30th June 2026. Methods: Fifty patients diagnosed with acute heart failure in selected before and during the use of diaphragmatic breathing, Perceived Stress Questionnaire evaluated stress levels. Results: The high (36%) and moderate (52%) levels of stress were present before intervention, with a mean score of 2.24±0.657. The diaphragmatic breathing intervention, most individuals were classified as low stress (70%) and high levels of stress were eliminated (0%), leading to a lower mean score of 1.30±0.463. A statistically significant (P<0.05) correlation between the sociodemographic factors and stress levels after posttest was not found. Conclusion: The diaphragmatic breathing method was found to have a significant, positive impact on stress levels related to patients with acute heart failure The intervention was effective regardless of socio-demographic characteristics.
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Kadush et al. (2026) studied Acute heart failure (n=50). Diaphragmatic breathing technique vs. Pre-intervention baseline was evaluated on Stress levels evaluated by the Perceived Stress Questionnaire (mean score). Diaphragmatic breathing techniques significantly reduced perceived stress in patients with acute heart failure, decreasing the mean stress score from 2.24 to 1.30 and eliminating high stress levels.
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