Use of Mobile Phones in the Operating Room: A Literature Review
Gomeyac, Shielou (2017)
Laurea-ammattikorkeakoulu
2017
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2017112818697
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2017112818697
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The main purpose of this study was to identify the benefits and consequences of the use of mobile phones in the operating room. The study’s aim was to collect information about the topic for the benefit of the health care community.
The literature review is based on 5 scientific research articles. Data was obtained from different research articles from internet databases such as PubMed, CINAHL, ProQuest, and EB-SCO host. Literature was analyzed and organized using an inductive thematic analysis to ensure the reliability of the study.
Findings of this literature review reveal three benefits and 4 consequences of mobile phone use in the OR. The three benefits identified were under the subthemes Phone Application for Information, Camera Phones for Medical Imaging, and Ease of Communication. The four consequences were identified as Distraction, Issues in Hygiene, Medical Equipment Interference, and Ethical and Legal Concerns.
Technology is made with the intention of making our lives easier and more comfortable. But these technologies can bring more threats or risks if used inappropriately. Since mobile phones are personal, it is the responsibility of the owner/user to use it properly. The findings of this literature review are meaningful and provide information regarding issues and possible problems that arise from the use of mobile phones in the operating room. Although studies have been done revealing almost the same results, with the recent technological advances, some of these have changed.
The researcher would suggest future studies to be conducted using Finnish articles as it could help in the development of certain policies regarding mobile phone use in the different hospitals in Finland. Studies regarding current policies and guidelines with regards to cell phone use are also recommended.
The literature review is based on 5 scientific research articles. Data was obtained from different research articles from internet databases such as PubMed, CINAHL, ProQuest, and EB-SCO host. Literature was analyzed and organized using an inductive thematic analysis to ensure the reliability of the study.
Findings of this literature review reveal three benefits and 4 consequences of mobile phone use in the OR. The three benefits identified were under the subthemes Phone Application for Information, Camera Phones for Medical Imaging, and Ease of Communication. The four consequences were identified as Distraction, Issues in Hygiene, Medical Equipment Interference, and Ethical and Legal Concerns.
Technology is made with the intention of making our lives easier and more comfortable. But these technologies can bring more threats or risks if used inappropriately. Since mobile phones are personal, it is the responsibility of the owner/user to use it properly. The findings of this literature review are meaningful and provide information regarding issues and possible problems that arise from the use of mobile phones in the operating room. Although studies have been done revealing almost the same results, with the recent technological advances, some of these have changed.
The researcher would suggest future studies to be conducted using Finnish articles as it could help in the development of certain policies regarding mobile phone use in the different hospitals in Finland. Studies regarding current policies and guidelines with regards to cell phone use are also recommended.