Medical simulation is often used for significant surgeries and operations, so that the surgeons and nurses know exactly what to do.
Advantage
- Clear image of procedure
- No need of authentic human body or "mannequins" for demonstration
- can be used repeatedly for surgeries with same condition
Disadvantage
- Simulation file (video file) created is typically very large
- Numerous special software and hardware needed
- Initial cost is significant
IT Issues
Equality of access - As, the system is very expensive to install, not all medical institutions can get the system. In some countries or areas, the equipments needed are simply unaccessible.
IT system
Hardware - monitor, computer, server, and sensors, other special hardware
Software - simulating software
Nurse Robots
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| MURDOC (Mobile Unit Robot Doctor) |
Advantage
- Can be controlled remotely
- Can carry out tasks humans can not (i.e. carrying heavy loads, checking blood pressure instantly)
Disadvantage
- Less work available for nurses
- Very expensive
- needs to be charged regularly
- there needs to be a controller
IT Issues
Equality of access - As, the system is very expensive to install, not all medical institutions can get the system.
People and Machines - The more these nurse robots are installed, the less work available for nurses. This could lead to loss or termination of jobs.
IT system
Hardware - monitor, computer, server, and sensors, robot, controlling unit, charger
Software - controlling software
