This study was designed as a randomized controlled experimental study to compare the effects of two support surfaces-gel pads (used in routine practice) and microbead-filled pads-placed under the shoulders in the steep Trendelenburg position during robotic surgery, on the development of pressure injuries and pain.
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Change in the pressure injury condition
Timeframe: At the time of admission to the operating room, immediately after surgery, one hour after surgery, 12 hour after surgery, 24 hour after surgery. The change in this time intervals will be assessed.
Change in the pain level
Timeframe: Pain will be assessed every 15 minutes during the first two hours after surgery, and then every 30 minutes for the following one hour.The change in this time intervals will be assessed.