Aromatherapy Use in Labor and Delivery
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
Major
Nursing
List all Project Mentors & Advisor(s)
Mrs. Coleman; Mrs. Ballard
Presentation Format
Poster Presentation
Abstract/Description
The purpose of this evidence-based project is to identify the many benefits of using aromatherapy during labor and delivery. This study provides a literature review of current research articles that support the use of aromatherapy in reducing maternal pain and anxiety. This research will provide recommendations for aromatherapy scents, and various methods of using these aromatherapies in practice. It has been researched and shown that aromatherapies are a non-invasive way to provide optimal care to patients throughout the process of labor and delivery.
Fall Scholars Week 2018 Event
Evidence Based Best Practices in Clinical Healthcare
Aromatherapy Use in Labor and Delivery
The purpose of this evidence-based project is to identify the many benefits of using aromatherapy during labor and delivery. This study provides a literature review of current research articles that support the use of aromatherapy in reducing maternal pain and anxiety. This research will provide recommendations for aromatherapy scents, and various methods of using these aromatherapies in practice. It has been researched and shown that aromatherapies are a non-invasive way to provide optimal care to patients throughout the process of labor and delivery.