Clinical Aromatherapy : Essential Oils in Practice

Buckle, Jane

ISBN 10: 0443072361 / ISBN 13: 9780443072369

Published by Elsevier Health Sciences, 2003

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Synopsis:

Aromatherapy is one of the main complementary therapies to be practiced by nurses and other health care professionals in hospital, hospice and community settings. Written by a nurse, this clinical text highlights how aromatherapy can enhance care and the role of the healthcare professional. It examines key facts and issues in aromatherapy practice, and applies these within a variety of contexts and conditions, taking a carefully holistic approach in dealing with the patient.

An introduction to the principles and practice of aromatherapy, including contraindications and toxicity.

Contains an in-depth clinical section dealing with the management of common problems such as infection and pain.

Gives examples of which specific oils might be used in treatment.

Illustrates the application of aromatherapy in specific clinical specialties, particularly nursing.

Draws on over 700 references

Includes a new chapter on psychiatric nursing and aromatherapy to include: depression, psychosis, bipolar, compulsive addictive, addiction and withdrawal.

Review: James Barlow, Irish Pharmacy Journal, January 2005
"The text is undoubtedly a progressive and ambitious work, and showcases the enthusiasm and experience of the author, and can be recommended to health professionals with an interest in the integration of conventional medicine with complementary and alternative therapies."

Bibliographic Details

Title: Clinical Aromatherapy : Essential Oils in ...
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication Date: 2003
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 2 Edition.