The Effect of Music Concert and Inhaler Aromatherapy Applied to Patients Who Have Had Coronary Angiography on Pain Severity, Anxiety and Fear Levels

Coronary angiography; It is defined as the imaging of the coronary arteries by providing the catheterization of the femoral, brachial or radial arteries, and the administration of contrast material under the guidance of fluoroscopy. Coronary angiography is a stressful procedure for the patient. Because patients are conscious during the procedure, they may experience anxiety about possible complications and an uncertain outcome. Anxiety causes changes in the physiological parameters of individuals by affecting the sympathetic nervous system of individuals. As with all procedures performed in the hospital environment, patients may experience pain during coronary angiography. Coronary angiography causes fear of death and anxiety in patients due to the unknowns it contains. Aromatherapy is the use of oils obtained from plants for treatment and care. Aromatherapy provides control of pain and anxiety by affecting the amygdala and hippocampus, which regulate fear and aggression behaviors in the limbic system. Music has been used by different civilizations throughout history for purposes such as reinforcing religious feelings, intensifying emotions and curing diseases. The multifaceted effect of music on people has led to its use in treatment. Among the therapeutic benefits of listening to music are the reduction of fear, pain and anxiety by diverting the attention of the individual, affecting the autonomic nervous system and increasing the secretion of endorphins. The aim of this study is to examine the effects of aromatherapy and music listening on pain, anxiety and fear in patients who will undergo coronary angiography

Inclusion Criteria:Being over 18 years oldAbility to communicate adequatelyAbsence of psychiatric problemsAbsence of an obstacle to smellVolunteering to participate in the researchNo sedation before and during the procedureNo known allergy to the essential oils to be applied.Volunteering to participate in the researchExclusion Criteria:Those who have communication problemsThose with psychiatric problemsHaving a history of allergiesHaving a known allergy to the essential oils to be appliedHaving a condition that prevents smellingBeing uncomfortable with the smell to be applied