The Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Nursing Education: A Narrative Literature Review
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https://doi.org/10.20956/3sa1v459Keywords:
artificial intelligence, challenges, ChatGPT, learning, nursing educationAbstract
Aims: This study aimed to synthesize the scientific literature on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into nursing education to significantly enhance learning outcomes. The application of AI in clinical teaching can enhance nursing students' preparation for a technologically advanced healthcare environment.
Methods: This study used a narrative literature review. Key electronic databases, including CINAHL, MEDLINE, Scopus, and Google Scholar, were searched according to the PRISMA guidelines. The review included articles published between 2020 and 2024, written in English, and employing qualitative and quantitative research designs. The search items included AI, ChatGPT, challenges, opportunities, nursing education, technology, students, teaching, and learning. Data were synthesized by summarizing the main results of the included studies.
Results: Ten studies met the inclusion criteria and were included in the review. The findings showed that AI can enhance clinical teaching, improve nursing students' self-efficacy, and support teaching and learning. However, challenges related to academic integrity, assessment quality, unequal access to AI, and inadequate skill development were also identified.
Conclusion: The findings of this study revealed that the use of AI in nursing education is instrumental in improving the acquisition of clinical skills and teaching and learning. Nursing education institutions should create awareness of the safe use of AI. Furthermore, policies should be implemented to ensure that AI use is controlled and adequately monitored. All stakeholders, including patients, students, nurses, and nurse educators, should be developed and provided with adequate resources for effective AI implementation.
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