Scented patches put nurse burnout to the test

NCT ID NCT06053450

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether wearing essential oil patches could lower stress and burnout in nurses working on a medical-surgery unit. Twenty nurses took part over 30 days, using the patches during their shifts and completing surveys about their stress levels. The goal was to see if a simple, drug-free option could help healthcare workers feel better at work.

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  • Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center

    Lebanon, New Hampshire, 03756, United States

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