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

Effects of Lavender Oil Inhalation Applied to Patients With Primary Hypertension on Anxiety, Sleep Quality and Blood Pressure

This study aims to determine the effects of lavender oil inhalation on anxiety, sleep quality, and blood pressure in patients with primary hypertension. The study is designed as a double-blind randomized controlled trial. The study population consists of patients presenting to the Cardiology Outpatient Clinic of Ardahan State Hospital. Participants are randomly assigned to an experimental group, which will receive a total of 12 lavender oil inhalations three times a week for one month, or to a control group, which will continue routine treatment and care. Data will be collected using the Hypertension Diagnostic Form, Beck Anxiety Inventory, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. Statistical analyses will be conducted to compare outcomes between the experimental and control groups.

This study aims to evaluate the effects of lavender oil inhalation on anxiety, sleep quality, and blood pressure in patients with primary hypertension. It is designed as a double-blind randomized controlled trial. Patients presenting to the Cardiology Outpatient Clinic of Ardahan State Hospital will be recruited for the study. Participants will be randomly assigned to an experimental group, which will receive 12 lavender oil inhalations three times a week for one month, or to a control group, which will continue routine care. Data will be collected using the Hypertension Diagnostic Form, Beck Anxiety Inventory, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. The study will assess whether lavender oil inhalation affects anxiety, sleep quality, and blood pressure in this population. Statistical analyses will be conducted to compare outcomes between the experimental and control groups.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosed with primary hypertension
• Willing to participate in the study
• No allergy to lavender
• No olfactory impairments
• No history of psychiatric disorders

Exclusion Criteria:

• Communication difficulties
• Unwilling to participate
• Using other herbal or aromatherapy treatments
• History of sleep disorders affecting sleep quality (e.g., obstructive sleep apnea)
• Secondary hypertension or other chronic diseases
• Pregnant or breastfeeding
• Use of tobacco products