Nursing Protocol and Efficacy Evaluation of Fennel Hot Compress in Conservative Treatment of Intestinal Obstruction

Objective: To investigate the application effect of Fennel hot compress in patients undergoing conservative treatment for intestinal obstruction. Methods: A non-randomized, non-concurrent controlled study was conducted involving 79 patients with intestinal obstruction receiving conservative treatment. Convenience sampling was used to divide them into a control group (n = 41) and an observation group (n = 38). The control group received routine symptomatic supportive treatment and nursing care. The observation group received additional Fennel hot compress applied to the abdomen. Results: The observation group showed a higher treatment effective rate than the control group. The time to anal exhaust, time to defecation, and time to disappearance of abdominal pain and distension were significantly shortened in the observation group. Hospital stay length and costs were reduced. Patient satisfaction total score, and scores in the dimensions of technical service quality, service economy, and timeliness were superior in the observation group compared to the control group. All differences were statistically significant. Discussion: Fennel hot compress is simple, safe, and effective. It can accelerate the recovery of gastrointestinal function, alleviate suffering, reduce hospitalization costs, and enhance nursing satisfaction in patients undergoing conservative treatment for intestinal obstruction, demonstrating significant clinical value for widespread adoption.