Perioperative Nursing Care for Patients with Lung Cancer Undergoing Total Pneumonectomy

Abstract

Objectives: To explore the perioperative nursing care for lung cancer patients undergoing total pneumonectomy, and to promote their rehabilitation. Methods: We will provide preoperative assessment and education in the aspects of respiratory function, diet, and psychology to patients undergoing total pneumonectomy, and provide continuous postoperative management about posture, fluid, and respiratory to help patients diagnosed with lung squamous cell carcinoma and underwent total pneumonectomy to reduce their postoperative complications and improve their overall quality of life. Results: 78.9% of lung cancer patients who underwent total pneumonectomy achieved a better outcome and prognosis by receiving the above nursing program. Conclusion: With large lung cancer tumors, the surgical trauma is highly invasive and the resection is extensive. Management of the patient’s respiratory tract is the focus of perioperative nursing and the key to preventing the development of related postoperative complications.