Table 1.

Summary of clinical pathway for enhanced recovery program

Day 1	Assess for complication
	Resume fluid ± solid diet
	Remove urinary catheter
	Chest physiotherapy
	Assisted ambulation
	Educate pain management and wound care
Day 2	Assess for complication
	Progress to solid diet
	Ensure good pain control
	Walking exercise
	Discuss with patient and family about discharge plan
Day 3	Assess for complication
	Plan to discharge
	Arrange community nursing service if indicated
	Educate patient/family on diet, wound care and pain management at home
Day 4	Full ambulation
	Discharge from hospital