Postoperative care measures for rectal polyps

Postoperative care measures for rectal polyps mainly include the following aspects: 1. Dietary adjustment: Postoperative diet should be light and easy to digest. Patients are encouraged to start with a liquid diet and gradually transition to a normal diet. Spicy, greasy, coarse, and high-residue foods should be avoided to reduce intestinal burden. 2. Lifestyle habits: Develop a routine bowel movement habit. Avoid prolonged sitting, standing, walking, or excessive physical exertion to minimize irritation to the intestine. 3. Tube care: Properly secure drainage tubes and other catheters, maintain unobstructed drainage, and monitor and record the color and volume of the drainage fluid to detect problems promptly. 4. Complication monitoring: Closely observe for signs of complications such as bleeding or infection. Notify the physician immediately if any abnormalities occur. 5. Psychological support: Maintain an optimistic mood and avoid significant emotional fluctuations, which can help promote postoperative recovery. Implementing these nursing measures effectively promotes patient recovery after rectal polyp removal and reduces the risk of complications.