Steam Inhalation Treatment, demonstrated at Kristina's Kitchen by students from Wildwood Definition Inhalation of steam targets mucous membranes of the respiratory tract which relieves congestion or loosens dry cough. Treatment Indications • Congestion of Nose and longs • Acute or chronic irritation and inflammation of mucous membranes due to colds, bronchitis, allergies etc. • Coughing • Headache induced by sinus Contra indications • Use caution with persons with asthma as breathing hot, moist air may make them uncomfortable Equipment needed • Boiling water • Bowl, bucket or sink • Large towel or blanket • Essential Oil or herbs: Pine, Mint, Wintergreen or eucalyptus • Optional: Umbrella and Kettle Treatment Procedure Preparation for treatment ◦ Assemble necessary equipment ◦ Bring water to a boil ◦ Be sure the treatment room is warm and free from drafts ◦ Add essential oils or herbs id desired ◦ Explain treatment to person and then pray with them Treatment ◦ Fill bowl, bucket or sink with boiling water. Add the oil or herbs ◦ Situate patient above the bowl and cover with blanket ◦ Treatment generally should last for 30-60 minutes, add more boiling water when needed, two or three times a day ◦ Have tissues easily available in case person needs to blow nose or cough out loosened secretion ◦ Dry face gently with towel ◦ Be sure person is warm and dry and rests after the treatment