Introducing Penelope: The Robot Theatre Assistant Revolutionizing Surgical Procedures

The video discusses the introduction of Penelope, a robotic theatre assistant at New York Presbyterian Hospital, designed by Dr. Michael Treat. Penelope assists in surgeries by responding to voice commands and handling instruments. While Dr. Treat initially claimed robots could replace nurses, he now emphasizes that Penelope is meant to assist, not replace, nurses. The robot aims to alleviate the nursing shortage in the U.S. and is expected to become a common feature in American operating rooms.

What is the primary role of Penelope in the operating theatre?

• To replace the surgeon

• To replace nurses

• To perform surgeries independently

• To assist in the removal of tumors

How does Penelope assist doctors during surgeries?

• By handing over instruments using a magnet

• By providing voice-activated music

• By diagnosing patients

• By performing surgeries

What is a key feature of Penelope's design?

• It can diagnose diseases

• It can perform surgeries autonomously

• It responds to voice commands

• It replaces the need for doctors

What concern did Doctor Treat address regarding Penelope?

• That it would replace nurses

• That it would replace doctors

• That it would malfunction during surgery

• That it would increase surgery time

What potential benefit does Penelope offer to the healthcare system?

• Reducing surgery costs

• Improving patient recovery times

• Ending the shortage of nursing staff

• Increasing the number of surgeries