A patient wants to use aromatherapy to treat pneumonia, but the hospital policy will not allow burning of eucalyptus-scented candles. The nurse suggests the use of:
a. another essential oil.
b. prescribed medications.
c. a topical eucalyptus product.
d. massage therapy.
C
Eucalyptus oils can be used for inhalation or may be applied topically.
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