Lavender aromatherapy was found to reduce preoperative anxiety, a common reaction experienced by ambulatory surgery patients undergoing procedures in general otolaryngology, reveals a new study.
The effect observed in the Laryngoscope Investigative Otolaryngology study was modest, however.
Aromatherapy and Sugar Solutions to Help Curb Postoperative Nausea
Aromatherapy and intravenous administration of simple sugar solution can be effective in treating post-operative nausea and vomiting, a pair of studies reveal
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‘Preoperative anxiety increases with increased use of narcotics and anesthetics, and prolonged stay at the hospital.’
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In the 100-patient study, the experimental group received inhalation lavender aromatherapy in the preoperative waiting area while the control group received standard nursing care.
Both groups reported their anxiety with a visual analog scale upon arriving to the preoperative waiting area and upon departure to the operating room.
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Alcohol aromatherapy is a cheap, easy and fast way to bring relief to patients in the emergency room who suffer from nausea and vomiting.
"Preoperative anxiety is associated with increased use of narcotics and anesthetics, prolonged duration of hospitalization, and reduced ability to fight infection and comprehend information about surgery," said senior author Ashutosh Kacker, MD of New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical College.
"Given the simplicity, safety, and cost-effectiveness of aromatherapy, healthcare providers should consider its use for managing this common problem."
Source: Eurekalert
Alcohol Aromatherapy Helps Alleviate Nausea In Patients
Alcohol aromatherapy is a cheap, easy and fast way to bring relief to patients in the emergency room who suffer from nausea and vomiting.
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"Preoperative anxiety is associated with increased use of narcotics and anesthetics, prolonged duration of hospitalization, and reduced ability to fight infection and comprehend information about surgery," said senior author Ashutosh Kacker, MD of New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical College.
"Given the simplicity, safety, and cost-effectiveness of aromatherapy, healthcare providers should consider its use for managing this common problem."
Source: Eurekalert
Aromatherapy Elevates Harmful Indoor Air Pollutants: Study
A study by Taiwanese researchers have found that the fragrant essential oils, used in aromatherapy, may increase levels of exposure to potentially harmful indoor air pollutants.
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