Effects of Lavender Oil Inhalation on Anxiety, Sleep Quality, and Blood Pressure in Patients with Primary Hypertension

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate the effects of lavender oil inhalation on anxiety, sleep quality, and blood pressure in patients diagnosed with primary hypertension. It is conducted as a double-blind randomized controlled trial involving patients from the Cardiology Outpatient Clinic of Ardahan State Hospital. The study investigates whether adding lavender oil inhalation to routine hypertension care influences these health factors. Participants are randomly assigned to either an experimental group or a control group. Those in the experimental group receive lavender oil inhalation sessions three times a week for one month, totaling 12 inhalations, alongside their usual care. The control group continues with routine treatment without lavender inhalation. Both groups are assessed before and after the study period. Throughout the study, data are collected using the Hypertension Diagnostic Form, Beck Anxiety Inventory, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index at baseline, week 2, and week 4. Researchers measure changes in anxiety levels, blood pressure, and sleep quality. Statistical analyses will compare these outcomes between the groups to understand the effects of lavender oil inhalation. Participation involves attending scheduled inhalation sessions and completing questionnaires and assessments during the study timeline.

The Effect of Lavender Inhalation on Anxiety, Sleep, and Blood Pressure