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Keywords
Sleep, intensive care unit, sleep disorders
Disciplines
Nursing
Description
Sleep is crucial in sustaining physical and psychological welfare (Karadag et al., 2015). Unfortunately, patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) commonly experience sleep disorders due to the various interruptions they may receive while being provided care. Reduced or inadequate sleep is associated with adverse effects on cognitive functions, wound healing, and immunological response (Garbarino et al., 2021). Although sleep disorders are treated with pharmacological methods, such as sedatives, patients may experience additional side effects as a result. (Lee et al., 2017). Thus, it is essential to pair medications with non-pharmacological interventions. Aromatherapy is a non-invasive nursing intervention that can be used to facilitate relaxation and improve sleep quality among critically ill patients. This project aims to use aromatherapy as a holistic approach to reducing stress, anxiety, and agitation for patients in the ICU.
Publication Date
5-6-2024
Recommended Citation
Abro H, Bartus J, Beerer T, Davis J, Elgert N, Ellis M et al [Gjelaj G, Goisdzinski K, Karmo H, Konopitski C, Lafata D] Aromatherapy intervention for ICU delirium. Presented at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital; 2024 May 6-12; Royal Oak, MI.
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Nurses Week at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Royal Oak, MI, May 6-12, 2024.