Introduction: Dizziness is a common symptom experienced by patients undergoing hemodialysis. There have been some studies that show inhalation aromatherapy to be a simple and non-invasive way in reducing several symptoms including nausea and vomiting. This study aimed to determine if the use of key lime oil inhalation aromatherapy is effective as an adjunct to nursing interventions in reducing the duration of dizziness experienced by patients during hemodialysis. Methods : This was a randomized, placebo-controlled trial which assessed the efficacy of key lime oil inhalation aromatherapy in the relief of dizziness. The participants were asked to rate their dizziness using the Modified Borg Rating Scale for Dizziness before and after intervention and were timed until the dizziness was completely relieved. Results : The key lime inhalation aromatherapy and control groups were comparable, including their bast!ine dizziness ratings. Key lime inhalation aromatherapy alleviated dizziness in a significantly shorter time (4.8 vs 22.7 minutes, p = 0.03). Conclusion Key lime inhalation aromatherapy is effective as an adjunct treatment for dizziness experienced by patients during hemodialysis.
Renal Dialysis ; Dizziness