Role of Comforting Manoeuvres in Reducing Perioperative Anxiety

Abstract

if not addressed appropriately may lead to difficulty in stabilizing hemodynamics owing to aggravated stress response due to sympathetic overactivity and catecholamine release. Moreover, it might be challenging for the treating physician to manage an apprehensive patient for the optimal outcome since they may not cooperate and need additional perioperative analgesics and anaesthetics leading to delayed recovery and discharge. Different non-pharmacological and pharmacological methods are used to allay the anxiety of patients. Honest communication with the patient, pre-operative educational materials like movies and bulletins, music, aromatherapy, having a family member accompany the patient during surgery, etc. are some non-pharmacological interventions that are frequently used. Various researchers have recommended including such calming and comforting manoeuvres to include in routine perioperative care to achieve high patient satisfaction.
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