Attitudes and anxiety levels of nursing students toward artificial intelligence

Background: Artificial intelligence has recently gained popularity, and its use in nursing is being evaluated. Aim: This study aimed to determine the AI literacy levels of student nurses and examine their attitudes and anxiety toward AI. Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study involved nursing students at a university in eastern Turkey. Data collection tools included a socio-demographic form, Artificial Intelligence Literacy Scale (AILS), General Attitude Towards Artificial Intelligence Scale (GAAIS), and Artificial Intelligence Anxiety Scale (AIAS). Data analysis was conducted electronically using R version 4.1.3, including mediation analysis. Results: The study found that 88.5% of students were knowledgeable about AI. ChatGPT was the most recognized application, with 63.7% awareness. Additionally, 74.2% believed AI could be used in pediatric units/clinics, and 30.9% saw its potential in interpreting disease symptoms. Conclusions: Student nurses who use AI scored higher on AILS and GAAIS. AI anxiety mediated the relationship between AI literacy and attitudes toward AI. Moreover, AI literacy significantly influenced general attitudes toward AI. (c) 2024 Organization for Associate Degree Nursing. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, includ