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Nursing considerations for patients undergoing robotic-arm assisted joint replacements
Ajay Asokan1, Joanna Baawa-Ameyaw1, Babar Kayani2
1Clinical Fellow, Department of Orthopaedics, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and Department of Orthopaedics, The Princess Grace Hospital, London.
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|May 26, 2021
Summary
Robotic-arm assisted arthroplasty (RAA) offers improved accuracy and patient outcomes. This article outlines essential nursing care strategies for RAA patients across all surgical phases.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Robotics in Medicine
- Nursing Care
Background:
- Robotic-arm assisted arthroplasty (RAA) is increasingly adopted for enhanced precision and reduced surgical trauma compared to manual methods.
- RAA demonstrates benefits such as improved early functional outcomes, decreased postoperative pain, and shorter hospital stays.
- Effective patient management necessitates a multidisciplinary approach, yet nursing considerations for RAA are underrepresented in literature.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a practical framework for nursing care tailored to patients undergoing robotic-arm assisted arthroplasty.
- To address the pre-, intra-, and postoperative nursing requirements specific to RAA procedures.
- To bridge the gap in published literature regarding nursing management in RAA.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on nursing care in robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery.
- Synthesis of current best practices for perioperative nursing.
- Development of a phased nursing care model for RAA patients.
Main Results:
- Identification of key nursing interventions for preoperative patient preparation, intraoperative monitoring, and postoperative recovery in RAA.
- Emphasis on the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach for optimizing patient safety and outcomes.
- Highlighting specific nursing challenges and solutions related to robotic technology in arthroplasty.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive nursing care is vital for the successful implementation and patient benefit of robotic-arm assisted arthroplasty.
- Standardized nursing protocols can enhance efficiency and safety in RAA patient management.
- Further research into specialized nursing roles in robotic surgery is warranted.
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