Publications by authors named "Pauline H Torbush"
J Perianesth Nurs
February 2014
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of peppermint aromatherapy (AR) combined with controlled breathing (CB) versus CB alone for relieving postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV).
- A single-blind randomized control trial was conducted with participants receiving either CB or AR upon their first complaint of PONV, with assessments made 10 minutes after treatment.
- Results showed that while CB was slightly more effective than AR (62.5% vs. 57.7%), both methods may provide relief, with CB being a quick alternative to traditional antiemetics.
