A Randomized Controlled Trial of Aromatherapy to Reduce Symptom Burden in Patients Undergoing Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation.

IF 1.6 4区医学 Q2 NURSING Oncology nursing forum Pub Date : 2024-12-12 DOI:10.1188/25.ONF.E1-E11

Monica Bates, Alexandra Thullen, Laura Basham, Allie Carter, Alyson Keen

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Abstract

Objectives: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of aromatherapy on symptom burden and associated outcomes.

Sample & setting: 92 inpatients who underwent hematopoietic stem cell transplantation on hematology-oncology units in an academic hospital.

Methods & variables: Participants in this pilot randomized controlled trial received essential oil-infused or blank aromatherapy patches and completed a symptom journal. Mixed-model analysis of variance was used to analyze chemotherapy-induced nausea, vomiting, and retching (CINVR) and anxiety symptoms. A t test was used to analyze medications administered for CINVR. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze additional study aims.

Results: There was no significant difference in mean symptom scores or medications administered between the intervention and control groups. On a 1-10 rating scale (10 = extremely satisfied/extremely likely), aromatherapy was rated 8 or higher for satisfaction (n = 50) and likeliness to use again (n = 53).

Implications for nursing: Aromatherapy can be used for holistic symptom management to improve the patient experience.

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Oncology nursing forum 医学-护理

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期刊介绍： The mission of the Oncology Nursing Forum, an official publication of ONS, is to Convey research information related to practice, technology, education, and leadership. Disseminate oncology nursing research and evidence-based practice to enhance transdisciplinary quality cancer care. Stimulate discussion of critical issues relevant to oncology nursing.