| Abstract [eng] |
SUMMARY Introduction. With the help of mobile devices, it is possible to quickly communicate between colleagues, conveying information and taking urgent treatment measures. Only a handful of healthcare workers do not carry these devices with them. However, the question arises whether mobile devices are solely used for work purposes, or whether they can also be used for personal purposes and thus cause a problem of distraction. The aim of the study. To determine the impact of mobile devices on the work of nurses in the operating room. Methods. A mixed method is used, which includes both quantitative and qualitative data. 300 respondents were interviewed for the quantitative study, and 7 nurses were interviewed for the qualitative study. Statistical data was analysed using the SPSS program and qualitative results were obtained during interviews. Results. The results of the survey show that 31.7 per cent of nurses sometimes use mobile devices during work. The most important advantage is the ability to quickly communicate with colleagues and obtain medical data. However, at the same time, shortcomings such as distraction in the transfer of personal messages to the work environment have been identified. Conclusions. 1) Respondents identified significant benefits of mobile devices, such as quick contact with colleagues and the availability of medical data but also noted that uncontrolled checking of personal messages can lead to disruptions in the quality of work. 2) Some of respondents occasionally use mobile devices during work, although the rules prohibit their use for personal purposes; their compliance is poor. 3) Older nurses are less likely to use devices for browsing the Internet compared to their younger counterparts, while employees with higher university education are less likely to use mobile devices at work for personal purposes. Recommendations. 1) Establish strong data protections that include data encryption, the use of strong passwords, and regular password changes. 2) To advise nurses, especially those with less experience (up to 4 years), on the proper use of mobile devices. 3) Encourage experienced nurses to become mentors to younger colleagues by demonstrating best practices in the use of mobile devices. 4) Limit personal use time and set specific zones for mobile devices during breaks. 5) Ensure that mobile devices are set to "Do Not Disturb" mode during operation. 6) Systematically evaluate the practice of using mobile devices annually or every six months in order to identify problems and make necessary changes. 7) To include the topics of the use of mobile devices in the nursing study program, emphasizing ethical aspects and the principles of patient safety. Keywords. Mobile devices, operating room, nurses, impact on work. |
