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Understanding artificial intelligence through the eyes of future nurses: Insights from nursing students
Latifah Alenazi1, Saad H Al-Anazi1
1From the College of Nursing (Alenazi), King Saud University, and from the Department of Sterilization (Al-Anazi), Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz Hospital, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Objectives:
To explore nursing students' perceptions and understanding of artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to identify and address critical knowledge gaps to support effective integration into educational practices.
Methods:
An exploratory qualitative study was carried out using semi-structured interviews with 20 nursing students from King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in October 2023. Data collection focused on their definitions, conceptualizations, and perspectives regarding AI in healthcare.
Results:
A total of 3 key themes emerged: I)transformation, where AI represents a shift in nursing education from traditional methods to technological integration; II) power, viewing AI as a driver of knowledge creation and scientific advancement; and III) use of technology, focusing on AI applications to enhance efficiency, automate tasks, and augment human abilities across sectors.
Conclusion:
The study highlights the need to integrate AI-related content into nursing curriculum, preparing students for its application in healthcare. These insights emphasize AI's role in shaping the future of nursing education and practice.
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