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Meta-Analysis and Meta-Regression of Perioperative Thirst Management Interventions
Nursing Research
|May 14, 2026
Summary
Non-pharmacological nursing interventions effectively reduce perioperative thirst. The study found that implementing any intervention is more crucial than the specific type for patient comfort.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Interventions
- Perioperative Care
- Symptom Management
Background:
- Perioperative thirst is a common yet under-addressed patient symptom.
- Evidence-based nursing interventions are needed to manage this discomfort.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate and compare the effectiveness of various non-pharmacological nursing interventions for reducing perioperative thirst severity.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review and meta-analysis of 17 randomized controlled trials (1,771 participants).
- Interventions included iced menthol, ice, menthol, and water.
- Primary outcome was thirst severity analyzed using mean difference with 95% confidence intervals.
Main Results:
- All tested non-pharmacological interventions significantly reduced thirst severity compared to controls.
- No significant differences were found between intervention types, indicating the intervention's presence was key.
Conclusions:
- Implementing evidence-based, non-pharmacological nursing interventions is critical for managing perioperative thirst.
- Integrating timely thirst management improves patient comfort and perioperative care quality.
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