Hemodialysis is a life-sustaining therapy for individuals with chronic kidney disease; however, it is often accompanied by adverse effects such as fatigue and poor sleep quality. Fatigue is one of the most frequently reported symptoms among hemodialysis patients and can significantly impair daily functioning, psychosocial wellbeing, and overall quality of life. Sleep disturbances are also common and may further exacerbate physical and emotional stress. Aromatherapy using essential oils has been explored as a non-pharmacological intervention to reduce fatigue and improve sleep quality. Geranium essential oil contains active compounds such as geraniol, citronellol, and terpineol, which possess relaxing, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties. These characteristics indicate its potential to alleviate fatigue and promote better sleep. This study aims to evaluate the effect of geranium essential oil aromatherapy on fatigue and sleep quality in patients undergoing hemodialysis. The study employs a randomized cross-over design involving 90 participants who meet predetermined inclusion criteria. Fatigue will be assessed using the Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy-Fatigue Scale (FACIT-F), and sleep quality will be measured using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Assessments will be conducted before and after the intervention period. The findings of this study are expected to provide scientific evidence supporting the use of geranium essential oil aromatherapy as a safe, accessible complementary therapy that may help reduce fatigue and improve sleep quality among hemodialysis patients.
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Change in Fatigue Score (FACIT-F Fatigue Scale)
Timeframe: Baseline (pre-intervention) and after each intervention phase (up to 30 days).