One of the most complex organic systems of our body is the digestive system. Its complexity lies precisely in a series of physiological processes that take place throughout the life of every human being. A healthy digestive system is a prerequisite for normal functioning of the human body. That’s because all the energy that the body has, comes from the nutrients ingested in food that need to be broken down into less complex components. In cases where any pathology of the digestive system develops, the health condition of the individual can be significantly impaired. Sometimes, surgical intervention is needed in such situations. Prior to surgery, the patient should be provided with anesthesia. Today, regional instead of general anesthesia is often used in abdominal surgeries. It is the nurse who will prepare the patient to receive anesthesia, most often epidural. She explains to him where the drain will be placed and points out the importance of it. That’s how she additionally affects the feelings and attitudes that the patient develops. In communication with the patient, she tries to eliminate as much as possiible fears that arise while thinking of anesthesia, but also about surgery in general. During performing epidural anesthesia and going to the operating room, it is recommended that the nurse who spoke to the patient before all these procedures is present. This creates a sense of security and relief in the patient. After surgery, her role is to monitor vital parameters, but also to direct attention to the pain that the patient may feel. It is very important to eliminate as much pain as possible so the entire procedure could be comfortable for both, the patient and the healthcare professionals around him. When it comes to gastrointestinal operations in which a stoma is performed on the wall of the abdominal cavity, the nurse educates the patient about what a stoma is, how is it made, what is its role and how exactly it works. It teaches the patient how to take care of the stoma and how to adapt to a new lifestyle. Considering that patients very often have a multitude of fears and questions about the stoma, the nurse must provide enough information to relax the patient. She has to explain to him that he will eventually get used to the stoma and that he can live almost as if he is completely healthy. All the psychological and emotional barriers that develop must not be the cause of insufficient patient care for the stoma. Early touching, watching, studying the stoma and self-hygiene lead to earlier acceptance of the whole situation and psychological relief.