Assessing Nurses' Knowledge Regarding the Application of Artificial Intelligence Among Nursing Practice

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Technology
• Medical Informatics
• Nursing Practice

Background:

• Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly impacting healthcare quality.
• Limited research exists on AI's practical application in Saudi Arabia's healthcare sector.
• Conflicting professional opinions highlight the need for more data on AI adoption.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the knowledge of nurses regarding AI applications in practice.
• Focus on nurses within a Ministry of Health hospital in Saudi Arabia.

Main Methods:

• Descriptive cross-sectional study conducted in January 2023.
• Convenience sampling of 307 staff nurses.
• Utilized an 11-item questionnaire assessing AI knowledge, risks, and advantages.

Main Results:

• Significant differences in AI familiarity and future use were found across age and work location groups.
• Nurse's gender significantly influenced the future use of AI.
• Educational level did not show a significant impact on AI knowledge.

Conclusions:

• Nurses generally hold positive views on AI's potential to expedite procedures and reduce errors.
• AI integration in healthcare can enhance care quality.
• Academic institutions should develop best practices for AI deployment in healthcare.