Development of a Health System-Based Nurse-Delivered Aromatherapy Program

Joswiak D, Kinney ME, Johnson JR, Kolste AK, Griffin KH, Rivard RL, Dusek JA
The Journal of nursing administration, 2016


ABSTRACT:

Healthcare systems are increasingly looking to integrate aromatherapy (essential oils) as a safe, low-cost, and nonpharmacologic option for patient care to reduce pain, nausea, and anxiety and to improve sleep. This article describes the development and implementation of a healthcare system-wide program of nurse-delivered essential oil therapeutic interventions to inpatients throughout an acute care setting. In addition, we provide lessons learned for nursing administrators interested in developing similar nurse-delivered aromatherapy programs.

CITATION:

Joswiak D, Kinney ME, Johnson JR, et al. Development of a Health System-Based Nurse-Delivered Aromatherapy Program. J Nurs Adm. 2016;46(4):221-5.


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