Comparing the Effect of Aromatherapy with Salvia officinalis and Topical Lidocaine Gel on Pain Intensity During Insertion of Vascular Catheters in Hemodialysis Patients
Background and purpose: Hemodialysis is a common treatment for end-stage renal failure, and cannulation causes considerable pain. Topical lidocaine gel and aromatherapy as a complementary medicine are used to relieve the pain. Aromatherapy is associated with fewer side effects than medication, so, t...
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Language: | English |
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Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences
2020-09-01
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Series: | Journal of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences |
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Online Access: | http://jmums.mazums.ac.ir/article-1-14538-en.html |