VOICED : Robots sellan la esterilización en hospital para el coronavirus en Ecuador

In a Quito hospital, three robots named Panchito, Espejito, and Bonnie are used for disinfection tasks, especially in areas like operating rooms and intensive care units. These robots use ultraviolet light to sanitize areas within a 5 to 7-meter range and operate autonomously. They have proven effective, reducing disinfection time from 50-60 minutes to 10-15 minutes. The hospital claims to be the only one in Latin America using such technology, achieving a 99.99% sterilization rate. Despite their efficiency, robots complement rather than replace human efforts. The context of their use is underscored by the COVID-19 pandemic, with Ecuador reporting significant cases and fatalities.

What is the primary function of the robots used in the Quito hospital?

• To assist doctors in surgeries

• To provide entertainment for patients

• To sanitize areas using ultraviolet light

• To deliver food to patients

How do the robots operate in different spaces within the hospital?

• They only work in operating rooms

• They work autonomously in large spaces and separately in small ones

• They work together in small spaces and separately in large ones

• They require human supervision at all times

What unique feature do the robots have when activated for disinfection?

• They change color

• They play calming music

• Their core extends to nearly two meters

• They emit a pleasant fragrance

What is the claimed sterilization rate achieved by the robots?

• 100%

• 99.99%

• 85%

• 95%

How have the robots impacted the disinfection time in operating rooms?

• Increased the time to 90 minutes

• Reduced the time to 10-15 minutes

• Made no significant change

• Doubled the time required