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World J Clin Cases. Jun 26, 2024; 12(18): 3368-3377
Published online Jun 26, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i18.3368
Operation room nursing based on humanized nursing mode combined with nitric oxide on rehabilitation effect after lung surgery
Qiao-Li Wang, Zhi-Bo Wang, Jin-Fu Zhu
Qiao-Li Wang, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
Zhi-Bo Wang, Department of Thoracic Surgery, Jiangsu Provincial People’s Hospital, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
Jin-Fu Zhu, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
Author contributions: Wang QL designed the study; Wang ZB performed the data collection and analysed the data; Zhu JF and Wang QL wrote the manuscript; and all authors reviewed the manuscript.
Institutional review board statement: The study was reviewed and approved by the First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University Ethics Committee Review.
Informed consent statement: Exempted informed consent was obtained for this study.
Conflict-of-interest statement: This study does not involve any conflict of interest.
Data sharing statement: Data related to this study were obtained by contacting the corresponding author.
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Corresponding author: Jin-Fu Zhu, MD, Doctor, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, No. 300 Guangzhou Road, Gulou District, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China. zhujingfu@njmu.edu.cn
Received: February 28, 2024
Revised: April 22, 2024
Accepted: April 30, 2024
Published online: June 26, 2024
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Abstract
BACKGROUND

With advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of lung diseases, lung segment surgery has become increasingly common. Postoperative rehabilitation is critical for patient recovery, yet challenges such as complications and adverse outcomes persist. Incorporating humanized nursing modes and novel treatments like nitric oxide inhalation may enhance recovery and reduce postoperative complications.

AIM

To evaluate the effects of a humanized nursing mode combined with nitric oxide inhalation on the rehabilitation outcomes of patients undergoing lung surgery, focusing on pulmonary function, recovery speed, and overall treatment costs.

METHODS

A total of 79 patients who underwent lung surgery at a tertiary hospital from March 2021 to December 2021 were divided into a control group (n = 39) receiving a routine nursing program and an experimental group (n = 40) receiving additional humanized nursing interventions and atomized inhalation of nitric oxide. Key indicators were compared between the two groups alongside an analysis of treatment costs.

RESULTS

The experimental group demonstrated significant improvements in pulmonary function, reduced average recovery time, and lower total treatment costs compared to the control group. Moreover, the quality of life in the experimental group was significantly better in the 3 months post-surgery, indicating a more effective rehabilitation process.

CONCLUSION

The combination of humanized nursing mode and nitric oxide inhalation in postoperative care for lung surgery patients significantly enhances pulmonary rehabilitation outcomes, accelerates recovery, and reduces economic burden. This approach offers a promising reference for improving patient care and rehabilitation efficiency following lung surgery.

Keywords: Humanized nursing; Nitric oxide; Lung segment surgery; Rehabilitation; Pulmonary function

Core Tip: This study investigates the combined impact of a humanized nursing mode and nitric oxide inhalation on the rehabilitation outcomes following lung surgery. Focusing on enhancing postoperative recovery, the research demonstrates significant improvements in pulmonary function, notably through higher Forced Expiratory Volume in the first second/Forced Vital Capacity values, alongside shorter recovery periods and reduced overall treatment costs for the experimental group. By integrating humanized nursing practices with the therapeutic benefits of nitric oxide, this approach not only presents a novel strategy for improving patient care post-lung surgery but also highlights the potential for reducing the economic burden on patients. The findings advocate for a more personalized, effective rehabilitation process, suggesting a promising avenue for future research in postoperative care and patient rehabilitation strategies.