

Pharmacists say it improves patient safety by eliminating human error. Orders for medicines are processed rapidly and made ready for clinical teams.

Robot technology is also at work in the hospital pharmacy. Because they do the heavy manual work, staff injuries have been reduced. Robotic portering delivers most supplies around the hospital, including to operating theatres and meals for the wards. The idea here is to augment and improve the care provision and the quality of care that can be provided.Īnd away from patients, there's automation. So, I wouldn't want to think about that as a possibility for anyone else. In no way are we looking to replace people, because I myself wouldn't want that. Professor Praminda Caleb-Solly, Bristol Robotics Laboratory Technology can clearly help those who need assistance at home, but might people feel they lose out from lack of human contact? This device can be controlled remotely to help with basic household tasks. The hospital is working with the Bristol Robotics Laboratory, looking at future care of patients in their own homes. We have not enough workforce to deliver those demands, and of course, robotics and technology can be taught to do mundane, repeat menial tasks. Use for real is still some way off, but hospital leaders think this could help ease workforce pressure.ĭr Tim Whittlestone, Deputy Medical Director, Southmead HospitalĮveryone understands that people want more out of healthcare as they live longer. Remember not to take your medication on an empty stomach. Another possible use might be basic bedside checks. Here at Southmead Hospital in Bristol, they're experimenting with a robot programmed to interact with patients for simple forms of physio. Could this be the long-term future of some NHS care? What has been reduced by using robots to do heavy manual work? Transcript Made ready – prepared for use Answer this… Healthcare robots Learn language related to… English at Work (intermediate) Business.Tim's Pronunciation Workshop (intermediate) Pronunciation.The Sounds of English (basic+) Pronunciation.6 Minute Vocabulary (intermediate) Vocabulary.The English We Speak (intermediate) Vocabulary.6 Minute English (intermediate+) Vocabulary.English in a Minute (intermediate+) Vocabulary.Towards advanced grammar reference Grammar.The Grammar Gameshow (intermediate+) Grammar.6 Minute Grammar (intermediate) Grammar.English at University (Intermediate) Features.5 days to improve your pronunciation Courses.5 days to become a better listener Courses.
