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A systematic review and sequential explanatory synthesis: Artificial intelligence in healthcare education, a case of nursing

S. A. Bozkurt, Sinan Aydoğan, Fatma Dursun Ergezen, Aykut Türkoğlu

International Nursing Review, 2025

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Abstract

Abstract Aim This review aims to explore the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on knowledge acquisition, skills development, and attitudes among nursing students. Background AI offers hopeful opportunities to enhance learning experiences and prepare future healthcare professionals. Methods This was a sequential explanatory mixed‐method systematic review. This review was conducted in line with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. A comprehensive electronic database was searched to identify relevant studies. Eligibility criteria were studies examining the impacts of AI interventions on nursing students’ knowledge, skills, or attitudes. The methodological quality of the studies was assessed using the mixed‐method appraisal tool. Results Nine research articles were included in the review. These studies utilized both quantitative and qualitative methodologies to examine the impact of AI on nursing students. Quantitative studies found positive relations between AI interventions and knowledge acquisition, skills development, and attitudes toward AI among nursing students. Qualitative findings revealed the positive outcomes of AI in fostering learning engagement, self‐efficacy, and confidence. Conclusions AI shows potential for supporting knowledge acquisition, skills development, and fostering positive attitudes among nursing students. Implications for nursing practice and nursing policy AI‐driven interventions enhance…

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