International Journal of Nursing Research

Objective This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of evidence-based optimized nursing care during the perioperative period of elderly lung cancer patients undergoing thoracoscopic surgery, providing theoretical and practical references for clinical research to better safeguard patients’ health. Methods The study was conducted from September 2023 to September 2024, involving 100 elderly lung cancer patients (all undergoing thoracoscopic surgery) admitted to the hospital. Following informed consent, participants were evenly divided into two groups using systematic sampling: the control group (n=50) received standard nursing care, while the intervention group (n=50) adopted evidence-based optimized nursing care. Data collection and analysis were performed to compare outcomes in complication rates, disease status, nutritional status, and pulmonary function indicators. Results Statistical analysis revealed significant differences between groups in all indicators, with P values <0.05, demonstrating clinically significant results. Conclusion This study explores the application of evidence-based optimized nursing care during the perioperative period of elderly lung cancer patients undergoing thoracoscopic surgery. Through comparative analysis, we aim to develop a more effective nursing intervention strategy to minimize patient discomfort and improve quality of life. The findings indicate that this approach not only enables early identification and management of nutritional risks through dietary guidance but also effectively reduces postoperative complications, making it a clinically valuable intervention worthy of promotion.

Evidence-based nursing; Nursing process optimization; Perioperative care for elderly patients undergoing thoracoscopic lung cancer surgery; Application effects