A patient with hypertension wants to use essential oils. With which of the following statements should the nurse instruct this patient?

a. some essential oils can elevate or depress blood pressure and should be avoided
b. always dilute essential oils in a carrier oil
c. avoid contact with the eyes
d. store in dark glass bottles


A
Some essential oils can trigger asthma attacks or elevate or depress the blood pressure. The nurse should instruct this patient to avoid the use of essential oils.

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