The application of Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer in nursing education

Background: Nursing education is critical for nurses to deliver quality health care. Incorporating AI into education can enhance the learning process and better equip nurses for their health care roles.Purpose: This article explores the potential applications and challenges of ChatGPT in nursing education.Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted to explore the potential benefits and challenges of using ChatGPT in nursing education.Discussion: ChatGPT, an advanced large language model, has the potential to make valuable contributions to nursing education in various ways, including personalized learning, simulation scenarios, immediate feedback, and reducing educator workload. However, it is important to address the various challenges and limitations in order to realize its full potential.Conclusion: Nursing educators must carefully consider the potential uses, benefits, challenges, drawbacks, and limitations of ChatGPT to make informed decisions about its integration into nursing education.(c) 2023 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.