Author Question: One disadvantage of robotic-assisted surgery is the expensive equipment and startup cost needed to ... (Read 29 times)

Deast7027 · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

One disadvantage of robotic-assisted surgery is the expensive equipment and startup cost needed to perform the procedures.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Endoscopes must be cleaned according to manufacturer's recommendations to prevent damaging them and proper removal of debris.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

enass · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
Disadvantages of the computerized systems include startup costs, the learning curve, and time in training.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: T
Endoscopes have strict manufacturer's recommendations on how to clean and care for them. Some endoscopes are sterilized in ethylene oxide gas. Staff should be aware of the policies and procedures that involve care and cleaning of endoscopes because not all scopes are cleaned with the same chemicals.