Early Oral Hydration After Thoracoscopic Surgery

"* Researchers moisten the patient's throat with a wet cotton swab. If no nausea or vomiting occurs after five minutes, proceed to the next stage.~* Provide an ice cube of potable water for the patient to hold in their mouth. If no nausea or vomiting occurs after ten minutes, proceed to the next stage.~* Offer 10-20ml of potable water for the patient to drink under medical supervision. If no nausea or vomiting occurs and the patient requests more water, administer 10-20ml every ten minutes, assessing for any adverse effects each time. The total water intake should not exceed 500ml."