Assistant nurses and orientation to care robot use in three European countries

This study investigates assistant nurses’ views on and needs for orientation to care robot use in three European countries. The of robots is gradually being incorporated into welfare services. Orientation (in short, introduction the technology) has thus become a key issue A survey was sent nurses Finland, Germany, Sweden, which 302 participants responded (Finland n = 117; Germany 73; Sweden 112). Only 11.3% had experience giving older adults or colleagues, but over 50% were willing do so. Those with using should take part orientation. be seen as management an that may affect whole organisation. Management should, firstly, allow get know by offering information, secondly, consider ways can change their work implications this change. Emphasising social factors practical extends previous theories perspectives technology acceptance, adoption diffusion.