Use of Aromatherapy in Neonatal Care: Benefits, Risks, and Nursing Practices

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This review comprehensively evaluates the effects of aromatherapy on neonatal health based on current scientific evidence. The potential impacts of essential oils on skin integrity, physiological development, sleep patterns, and stress management in newborns have been discussed. The benefits of the controlled use of oils such as lavender, chamomile, coconut, sunflower, and sesame are highlighted. In addition, the review provides detailed guidance on situations requiring caution in premature infants, possible side effects, and protocols for safe usage. Literature-based recommendations for nursing practices are presented, including key considerations during application and oils that should be avoided. It is particularly emphasised that aromatherapy can provide benefits as a complementary method when applied under appropriate conditions, but it should never replace medical treatments.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Aromatheraphy
• neonate
• nursing
• neonatal
• newborn
• review

Kaynakça

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