Nursing students metaphorical perceptions of the concept of "Artificial intelligence" and their views on the future of artificial intelligence.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly transforming the nursing profession, supporting decision-making mechanisms, and playing a crucial role in shaping future patient care practices. Understanding nursing students' perspectives on AI applications is vital for the effective integration of artificial intelligence into clinical practice and education.

Purpose

This qualitative descriptive study explored nursing students' metaphorical perceptions of artificial intelligence and their expectations for its future role in healthcare.

Methods

Twenty nursing students from a university in Central Anatolia, Turkey, were purposively sampled using criterion sampling. Data were collected between November and December 2024. The interviews were conducted face-to-face

SUBMITTER: Yıldırım Gurkan D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12522490 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature