Abstract
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.
Article Type
Research Article
First Page
238
Last Page
243
Recommended Citation
Alenazi, Latifah and Al-Anazi, Saad H.
(2025)
"Understanding artificial intelligence through the eyes of future nurses: Insights from nursing students,"
Saudi Medical Journal: Vol. 46:
Iss.
3, Article 4.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15537/smj.2025.46.3.20241069