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Effects of Aromatherapy and Music on Stress and Self-Esteem in Nursing Students
Uğur Öner1, Seher Çevik Aktura2, Hediye Özbay3
1Batman University Faculty of Health Sciences Department of Fundamentals Nursing, Batman.
Background:
Nursing students frequently experience elevated anxiety during injection practices, which can negatively affect their performance and well-being. Exploring supportive, nonpharmacological interventions is crucial in clinical education.
Method:
This single-blind, pretest/posttest, randomized controlled study included 102 first-year nursing students (aromatherapy = 34, aromatherapy + music = 34, control = 34) at a state university. Data were collected using validated tools between February 28, 2025, and May 10, 2025. Statistical analyses included t tests, analysis of variance, and Bonferroni post-hoc tests.
Results:
Both intervention groups demonstrated a significant reduction in systolic blood pressure and anxiety levels compared to the control group (p < .001).
Conclusion:
Aromatherapy and music-assisted aromatherapy are effective in reducing anxiety and systolic blood pressure during injection practice. Integrating such complementary methods into nursing education may support students' psychological well-being and enhance clinical learning experiences.
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