Influences of Digital Literacy and Moral Sensitivity on Artificial Intelligence Ethics Awareness Among Nursing Students
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Background: As artificial intelligence technology has developed, research on the application of AI in the medical field has increased, and there is a high likelihood that the use of AI technology will expand in nursing education and practice in the future. However, ethical issues arise when utilizing AI, necessitating a high level of ethical awareness before its application. Objectives: This study aimed to identify factors in artificial intelligence ethics awareness among nursing students. Methods: Participants were 140 nursing students attending universities in G City and J Province in South Korea. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire from 26 August to 6 September 2024. Factors in artificial intelligence ethics awareness were analyzed by multiple regression analysis. Results: Nursing students’ artificial intelligence ethics awareness is significantly correlated with digital literacy (r = 0.30, p < 0.001) and moral sensitivity (r = 27, p < 0.001). The influencing factor in artificial intelligence ethics awareness among nursing students was moral sensitivity (β = 0.23, p = 0.042). The explanation power of these variables was 14.0% (F = 46.78, p < 0.001). Conclusions: There is a need to provide education and training programs that can improve moral sensitivity to foster artificial intelligence ethics awareness.
Source: Healthcare
Author: Yaki Yang
Institution: Wonkwang University
Language: English
Subfield: Health Informatics
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,069
OpenAlex ID: W4403944025