The nurse is caring for a patient with terminal illness in a hospice center. the nurse is preparing to give aromatherapy to relieve pain and induce relaxation in the patient. which statement by the nurse about the treatment is correct?

"The oils would release chemicals in your brain that would induce relaxation."

Explanation:

Aromatherapy or essential oil therapy can be define as a traditional, complementary or alternative therapy that uses essential oils and other aromatic plant compounds for the purpose of therapy.

As the molecules of the aroma oil reaches the brain, they affect the limbic system that is linked to the emotions, blood pressure, and breathing. It helps in maintaining the hormonal balance, sharpening memory and relieving from stress, removing sense of pain and provides a sense of relaxation to the body. Thus the oil will have an holistic effect on the body.

the correct answer choices are a- b- and d