The Journey of Implementing a Pediatric Essential Oil Program

The Journey of Implementing a Pediatric Essential Oil Program

Elizabeth Edmundson, Children's Mercy Hospital
Tiffany Kim, Children's Mercy Hospital

The 12th Annual Magnetizing KC Symposium was held Feb. 12 at Children's Mercy Park. Magnetizing KC is hosted by the Kansas City area Magnet hospitals to highlight best practices and celebrate the role of the clinical nurse. Over 250 nurses from across the metropolitan area were in attendance.

Podium Presentations included: Liz Edmundson and Tiffany Kim – The Journey of Implementing a Pediatric Essential Oil Program as a Non-pharmacologic Comfort Measure

Abstract

Describes use of essential oil patches for specific indications with pediatric patients greater than 3 years old or greater than 20 kilograms. Lavender, peppermint, mandarin, or spearmint inhalation patches are used.