What are the health care methods for female ovarian tumors

Ovarian tumor refers to a tumor that occurs on the ovary. It is one of the common tumors of the female genitalia. Ovarian malignant tumors are also the tumor with the highest mortality rate among gynecological malignant tumors. Although great progress has been made in both basic research and clinical diagnosis and treatment of ovarian malignant tumors in recent years, unfortunately, its 5-year survival rate has not improved significantly. So, what are the routine nursing care for ovarian tumors? The following experts will introduce the routine nursing care for ovarian tumors.

1. After admission, ovarian cancer patients often have heavy mental burdens and are in low spirits. Nurses should kindly and carefully introduce the ward environment, various rules and regulations, doctors and nurses in charge to patients, increase patients' sense of security and trust, and actively cooperate with treatment.

2. When patients undergo various examinations and treatments, the purpose and precautions should be explained to them, and any questions they raise should be answered patiently.

3. Patients with advanced ovarian cancer have a long course of illness, high costs, and a low chance of survival. Nurses should take every opportunity to care for and be considerate of patients, listen to their complaints, and let them feel the warmth of the world in the last stage of their lives.

4. Patients who stay in bed for a long time have poor resistance and are prone to skin pressure injuries. During shift changes, check the patient's skin all over the body, turn the patient over every 2 hours, massage the bony prominences, keep the bed clean, and prevent pressure injuries.

5. Ovarian cancer patients should eat a light and easily digestible diet, eat small meals frequently, and choose different diets according to their condition and needs.

6. Nursing of patients with intestinal obstruction Intestinal obstruction is a common complication in patients with advanced ovarian cancer. The main symptoms are nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension, and no flatulence and defecation. Treatments include conservative treatment and surgical treatment.