Paradigm Shift: A Systematic Review of Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Nursing Education

Amani Abualrahi^1, , Sakna Habobi², Shereen Almutar³, Farha Al-Khwaildi⁴, Maryam Alalq¹, Rouqayah bomurah⁵, Zainab Abdrabalnabi⁶, Eman Al-habib⁷, Fatimah Al-Mahdi⁷ and Fatimah Al-Sadah⁷

¹Nursing Department, Saudi Ministry of Health, Central Division, Saudi Arabia

²Director of Nursing, Central Division, Safwa, Saudi Arabia

³Professional Development coordinator, Saudi Ministry of Health, Safwa, Saudi Arabia

⁴Nursing Supervisor, Saudi Ministry of Health, Um-Alsahik, Saudi Arabia

⁵Clinical Nurse Educator, Saudi Ministry of Health, Ras-Tanura Hospital, Saudi Arabia

⁶Clinical Nurse Educator, Saudi Ministry of Health, Safwa Hospital, Saudi Arabia

⁷Nursing Department, Saudi Ministry of Health, Safwa, Saudi Arabia

Cite this paper:
Amani Abualrahi, Sakna Habobi, Shereen Almutar, Farha Al-Khwaildi, Maryam Alalq, Rouqayah bomurah, Zainab Abdrabalnabi, Eman Al-habib, Fatimah Al-Mahdi and Fatimah Al-Sadah. Paradigm Shift: A Systematic Review of Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Nursing Education. American Journal of Nursing Research. 2024; 12(3):50-56. doi: 10.12691/ajnr-12-3-2

Abstract

Artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving field, particularly in nursing education, where it can enhance learning and clinical decision-making. This systematic review synthesized evidence from 441 studies identified through databases like CINAHL EBSCO, Ovid Medline, and PubMed, focusing on impactful research from 2019 to 2024. After screening and applying inclusion and exclusion criteria, 9 studies were included. Two main themes emerged: the advantages and opportunities AI presents in nursing education, and the disadvantages and challenges it poses. While AI holds transformative potential, its effective integration requires strong infrastructure, ethical considerations, and active student involvement. Additionally, a significant knowledge gap in AI among nurses was noted, highlighting the need for targeted educational programs to enhance AI understanding and competencies.

Keywords:
Artificial intelligence Healthcare Machine learning Natural language processing Nursing education

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