Aromatherapy for confusion in older adults after fracture surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether smelling certain oils can help prevent confusion (delirium) in older adults who have had surgery for a broken bone and are in the intensive care unit. It is only for adults age 60 and older who can speak Turkish and do not have breathing problems or memory issues.
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Who can take part
- You had surgery for a broken bone and are now in the ICU.
- You are 60 years old or older.
- You are able to speak and understand Turkish.
- You do not have a breathing condition like asthma or COPD.
- You have not been diagnosed with confusion, Alzheimer's disease, or dementia.
- You do not have a problem smelling, you are not on a breathing tube, and you do not have multiple fractures.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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