Can artificial intelligence and robotic nurses replace operating room nurses? The quasi-experimental research.

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Medical Technology
• Healthcare Innovation

Background:

• Operating room nurses require technological proficiency and adaptability to innovations.
• This study investigates the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotic technologies into operating room nursing.
• The research aims to assess the impact of AI and robotics on contemporary nursing philosophy.

Discussion:

• A quasi-experimental pre- and post-test design was employed with 35 operating room nurses in Western Turkey.
• Data collection involved a descriptive characteristics form, AI knowledge questionnaire, and AI anxiety scale.
• Analysis focused on changes in knowledge and anxiety levels post-training.

Key Insights:

• Training significantly increased operating room nurses' knowledge of AI and robotic nurses.
• Conversely, the training also significantly heightened nurses' anxiety related to AI and robotic nurses (p < 0.05).
• Nurses reported limitations in current information, training, and learning opportunities concerning robotic surgery.

Outlook:

• Future training programs should focus on AI technologies and robotic nurses for operating room staff.
• Enhancing nurses' active engagement with these information technologies is crucial for future advancements.
• Addressing the identified limitations will facilitate smoother integration of advanced technologies in surgical settings.