الفهرس 
INTRODUCTIONOnly 14 pages are availabe for public view
 |  | from | 112 |  |  |
| | | from | 112 | | |
Abstract
Postpartum period refers to the first 6-8 postnatal weeks. It is a period when great
changes take place in women’s physical , social and psychological setup. These changes
pose a challenge to the postnatal woman in various ways. She is usually burdened by several
physical discomforts one of which is episiotomy. Episiotomy is the most frequently
performed operative procedure during childbirth to facilitate delivery and to prevent perineal
and rectal trauma. Loss of perineal integrity due to performing such procedure may cause
perineal pain and discomfort which may negatively influence the physical and psychological
function of puerperal women. The utilization of CATs for the relief of perineal pain and
enhancement of episiotomy healing can be initiated by nurses, midwives or obstetricians.
These therapies increase the parturient’s coping and satisfaction as well as lowering costs.
Among these therapeutic approaches is the use of essential oils to promote physical and
psychological well-being. One of the widely used essential oils is lavender oil. It is
traditionally believed to have sedative, anti-depressive and anti-inflammatory properties, in
addition to its recognized antimicrobial effects.
Aim of the study
The present study aimed to determine the effect of lavender oil drops application on
perineal pain intensity and episiotomy wound healing among primiparous women.
Research hypotheses:
- Primiparous women who apply lavender oil drops exhibit less perineal pain intensity
than those who use routine hospital episiotomy care.
- Primiparous women who apply lavender oil drops exhibit more positive signs of
episiotomy wound healing than those who use routine hospital episiotomy care.
Materials and method
Setting:
The study was conducted at the post natal unit of El-Shatby Maternity University
Hospital in Alexandria governorate.
Subjects:
The study subjects were selected by using the non- probability sampling technique
where a convenient sample of 80 primiparous women was recruited from the previously
mentioned setting according to Epi-info statistical program.
The subjects were selected according to the following inclusion criteria:
At the first 4-6 hours after delivery.
Had a normal vaginal delivery with episiotomy.
Complaining of perineal discomfort (pain).
Had viable healthy baby.
Do not use any pain relieving drug..