WHAT IS CLINICAL AROMATHER APY?

The use of essential oils to improve physical, mental or emotional health and comfort.

Does not treat or cure disease —eases symptoms and promotes well being.

Can relieve pain, anxiety, agitation, headaches and nausea, improve mood, aid relaxation and sleep.

Adjunct to standard treatments and other complementary treatments, e.g. massage therapy.

Aromatherapy: Create a Caring MomentSHERRY LIKOURGOU, RN MARGARET REID, RN, REBECA ALMEIDA, RN ROBIN FOLLMER, LPN, TANYA HORNE, RN, CAMILA PINTO, RN, FAY MORA, RN

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• Lee, Y.L., Wu, Y., Tsang, H.W., Leung, A.Y., & Cheung, W.M. (2011). A systematic review on the anxiolytic effects of aromatherapy in people with anxiety symptoms. Journal of Alternative & Complementary Medicine, 17, 101-108.

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• Upon admission assessment, patient and family are provided Aromatherapy Menu

• Explanationofoilsavailableandbenefits of aromatherapy as an adjunct to traditional medications in managing nausea, pain, and sleep

• Qualitative assessment of Pain Scale and patient description of relief r/t aromatherapy collected over a 2 month period

• Discuss the history and evidence based research conducted in the use of aromatherapy within the healthcare setting

• Illustrate how aromatherapy is introduced, administered andevaluatedonthe5thfloor

• Explore the strategy and protocol necessary for safe administration and handling of aromatherapy products used

• Promote the actions and mindset supportive of holistic care and practices

• Explain procedure and rationale for use• Always determine the patient’s allergy status• Use inhalation method only• Store essential oils in a cool, dry, locked area (best to refrigerate) andawayfromflames/heat(volatileandflammable)• Close container immediately after use•Havecoffeebeanantidoteavailable

• Don’t take by mouth• Don’t place around eyes • Don’t place directly on skin• Don’t spill on clothing• Don’t use with plumonary patients esp. Asthma•Don’toffertopatientswithahistoryofseizures

• Place 3 drops of oil on a cotton ball an place in approved container properly labeled with patient name and DO NOT EAT

• Use amber or blue containers

• Give educational handout and supplies

AROMATHERAPY...

Cultivates presence

Influences a holistic culture

Expands consciousness

Enhances comfort measures and experiences

Develops a model that can be used in other units

Develops leadership opportunities for staff

Increases patient satisfaction

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PEPPERMINT Decreases Nausea

LEMON Decreases Pain

LAVENDER Decreases Anxiety

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AROMATHERAPY Patient Preferred Use Chart 2 Month Period

LAVENDER 71% PEPPERMINT 21% LEMON 8%

Female Patients 90%

Male Patients 10%

Surgical Patients 94%

Medical Patients 6%

With Traditional Medication 94%

Without Traditional Medication 6%

Pleased with Aromatherapy 94%

IndifferenttoAromatherapy2%

AROMATHERAPY Demographical & Preference Data 2 Month Period

71%

21%

8%

AROMATHERAPY Oils Chosen for Specific Symptoms 2 Month Period

NAUSEA 40% PAIN 33% RELAXATION 27%

40%

33%

27%

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