[Focal points in operating room nursing]

This research investigated with which thoughts and nursing problems patients undergo surgery without general anaesthetic were preoccupied during their operation. In addition, information was collected on those aspects of nursing care which the patients appreciated or missed during this time. Both sets of data were collected from nurses and patients. Comparative analysis showed that patients on average list less problems than nurses. Conclusions with respect to nursing care of patients who are awake during surgery is discussed.