Surgical humanization

The surgical area is recognized by the patient as a hostile and unfamiliar environment that generates fear and anxiety, together with concern about their state of health. Several studies relate anxiety to pain and it is known that postoperative pain control directly influences the patient's recovery. Humanization in care and a good nurse-patient relationship can reduce this anxiety and facilitate recovery. The aim of this work is to evaluate the effect of the humanization of surgical care in the reduction of pain and anxiety of the patient; for this purpose, a systematized bibliographic search was carried out in primary and secondary documentary sources. Anxiety accompanies the patient throughout the perioperative period and is directly related to the results of the intervention. The nursing team will create a relationship of trust with the patient to reduce this anxiety, and their interventions will be aimed at providing physical and emotional security throughout the process. Humanization puts the patient at the center of care and requires active and empathic listening, providing all the necessary information.