Jundishapur Scientific Medical Journal

Jundishapur Scientific Medical Journal

Investigating the Level of Knowledge, Attitude and Performance Students Regarding the Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Nursing

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
1 Master of Nursing, Department of Nursing, Shoushtar Faculty of Medical Sciences, Shoushtar, Iran.
2 Master of Nursing, Department of Nursing, Abadan University of Medical Sciences, Abadan, Iran.
3 MSc in Biostatistics, Department of Health, Shoushtar Faculty of Medical Sciences, Shoushtar, Iran.
10.32592/JSMJ.23.2.134
Abstract
Background and Objectives While artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in healthcare, limited research explores nursing students' perspectives. Subjects and Methods This cross-sectional study aimed to determine the knowledge, attitude, and performance of nursing students (semesters 2-8) regarding AI applications in nursing care. A researcher-made, valid, and reliable questionnaire was administered to 200 students (average age: 22.89 years). Results Findings revealed positive knowledge (average score: 11.38 ± 1.82; 91% with good knowledge), but performance scores indicated a need for improvement (average score: 6.49 ± 1.40; 56% with low performance). Interestingly, despite positive attitudes towards AI, a significant positive correlation was found between knowledge, attitude, and performance (p < 0.001). Additionally, increasing age was associated with higher knowledge scores, while male students reported higher attitudes and performance scores. Conclusion Although nursing students demonstrate positive knowledge and attitudes towards AI, their performance requires improvement. Integrating AI education into nursing curricula and fostering positive attitudes are crucial for future AI adoption in nursing practice.
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Volume 23, Issue 2 - Serial Number 149
May and June 2024
Pages 134-142

  • Receive Date 06 February 2024
  • Revise Date 13 April 2024
  • Accept Date 20 April 2024