Nursing Perceptions of Robotic Technology in Healthcare: A Pretest-Posttest Survey Analysis Using an Educational...

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Robotics
• Human-Computer Interaction

Background:

• Robotic technology is increasingly integrated into healthcare settings.
• Understanding healthcare professionals' perceptions is crucial for successful technology adoption.
• Nurses, as frontline users, play a key role in the efficacy of new technologies.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess nurses' and nursing students' perceptions of robotic technology in nursing care.
• To evaluate the impact of an educational video on these perceptions.
• To identify opportunities for improving the design and implementation of healthcare robotics.

Main Methods:

• A survey was administered to nurses and nursing students.
• Participants' perceptions were measured before and after viewing an educational video.
• The video showcased various medical, care, and healthcare service robotic technologies.

Main Results:

• Initial perceptions of robotic technology were favorable among participants.
• Perceptions became significantly more favorable after the educational intervention.
• Nurses demonstrated a positive inclination towards integrating robotics into their practice.

Conclusions:

• Educational interventions can positively influence healthcare professionals' views on robotic technology.
• Incorporating frontline nursing knowledge into the design phase is essential for creating effective robotic solutions.
• User-centered design, informed by nurses' insights, can lead to improved patient care and enhanced nurse job satisfaction.