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Emergency Undocking in Robotic Surgery: A Simulation Curriculum
Published on: May 20, 2018
Perioperative nurse training in cardiothoracic surgical robotics
M A Connor1, J A Reinbolt, P J Handley
1Center for Advanced Surgery, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Sarasota, Fla., USA.
Abstract:
The exponential growth of OR technology during the past 10 years has placed increased demands on perioperative nurses. Proficiency is required not only in patient care but also in the understanding, operating, and troubleshooting of video systems, computers, and cutting edge medical devices. The formation of a surgical team dedicated to robotically assisted cardiac surgery requires careful selection, education, and hands-on practice. This article details the six-week training process undertaken at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Sarasota, Fla, which enabled staff members to deliver excellent patient care with a high degree of confidence in themselves and the robotic technology.
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