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Aromatherapystudents.pptxL. Amoia-Watters, RN, MSN, CRNP
Frances M. Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions
Chapter 14 Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy
Smell is a potent wizard that transports us across a thousand miles and all the years we have lived.
Helen Keller
Aromatherapy
Objectives
Define aromatherapy
Define essential oil
Discuss history of essential oil
Evaluate research surrounding use of aromatherapy
Aromatherapy
Definitions
History
Philosophy and Definitions
Aromatherapy
Methods of Use
Inhalation
Topical
Vaginal
Mouthwash, gargles
Oral
Aromatherapy
The “M” technique
Registered method of touch, suitable for very fragile, actively dying, or when caregiver not trained in massage. Series of gentle stroking movements performed in a sequence. Called
“m-ing” their patients
https://youtu.be/OfZxM6jTr9s
Aromatherapy
Prevalence
Safety
Specific precautions
“Pure , Undiluted Essential Oil”
Toxicologic effects
Learned Memory
Aromatherapy
Common Symptoms Ameliorated by Aromatherapy
Stress
Infection
Antibacterial Activity
Antifungal Activity
Antiviral Activity
Nausea
Insomnia
