Integrative Literature Review Examining Factors Affecting Patient Safety With Robotic ‐Assisted and Laparoscopic Surgeries

ConclusionsThis integrative literature review identifies a dearth of evidence examining factors affecting patient safety during robotic ‐assisted and laparoscopic surgeries. It draws attention to the complexities with teamwork, intraoperative communication and disruptions during robotic‐assisted and laparoscopic surgeries. Although robotic‐assisted surgery is generally seen as safe and effective, this review highlights the nee d for education and training that focuses on non‐technical skills development, disruption prevention and alertness in anticipating and minimising risk.Clinical RelevanceThe evidence from this review identifies the different demands and diverse challenges in maintaining safety during robotic ‐assisted and laparoscopic surgery. Although specific technical knowledge and skills are essential, this review highlights the importance of developing new ways of thinking with regard to assessment and management of disruptions, developing different teamwork patterns and communication skills, and overcoming challenges introduced during technology advanced surgeries. Nurses in the perioperative setting have an increased responsibility to continue professional development and remain vigilant to factors affecting patient safety. Early identification and management of factors leading to disrupt ions is imperative in the provision of safe perioperative care.

Source: Journal of Nursing Scholarship - November 6, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Reshmi Mathew, Kathleen Markey, Jill Murphy, Brid O ’ Brien Tags: Original Article Source Type: research