Care for cancer patients undergoing surgical treatment

The procedures expected on the day of the surgery or the night before may include the following:
● Fasting:
The patient may be asked to fast from food and drink, including water, starting from the night before the surgery, or follow a specific diet for several days before the surgery.
● Signing the Surgery Consent Form:
The nursing staff will ask the patient, or a family member, to sign a consent form for the surgery, which may include details about the surgery.
● Explaining Surgery Details:
The responsible surgeon will explain the surgery details, procedures to treat the patient's condition, potential side effects, and complications that may arise during the surgery.
● Discussing the Type of Anesthesia:
To alleviate the patient's anxiety, the doctor will specify the type of anesthesia to be administered, whether intravenously or through inhalation.
● Administering Pain Relievers and Sedatives:
The medical staff may give the patient pain relievers and sedatives to help them relax and sleep comfortably the night before the surgery.
● Monitoring Health Status and Vital Signs:
The nursing staff will conduct regular checks to ensure the patient's condition is stable, including temperature, blood pressure, blood sugar, heart rate, and other vital signs.
● Preparing the Surgical Site:
Depending on the surgery location, the area may need to be shaved or cleaned.
● Emptying the Stomach and Bladder:
If the surgery involves the stomach or intestines, the patient may be given an enema to empty the bladder. If the surgery involves the bladder or urinary tract, the patient may need to empty the bladder before the surgery.
● Administering Pre-Surgery Medications:
Some medications may be given before surgery, depending on the type, such as antibiotics to prevent infection, insulin to control blood sugar if the patient has diabetes, or anti-nausea medications.