EDUCATION

How Future Nurses Feel About AI in Their Training

Sat Aug 16 2025

Mental health nursing students are getting a taste of the future. They are using AI-powered virtual patients to practice their skills. This is part of a new way to learn. The goal is to see what they think about this high-tech training.

Students Share Their Thoughts

These students are sharing their thoughts and experiences. They are telling what they like and what they don't like. This helps us understand how AI can help in nursing education.

Virtual Patients: A Safe Space to Practice

AI virtual patients are not real people. But they act like real patients. This gives students a safe space to practice. They can make mistakes and learn from them. It's like a video game, but for nursing.

Mixed Reactions

  • Some students find it helpful. They say it prepares them for real-life situations.
  • Others find it a bit strange. They miss the human touch.
  • But overall, it's a useful tool.

Enhancing, Not Replacing, Real Training

This new method is not replacing real training. It's adding to it. It's like having an extra teacher. One that never gets tired and is always there to help.

The Future of Nursing

The future of nursing is changing. AI is becoming a big part of it. Students are adapting to this change. They are learning new skills for a new world.

questions

    Could nursing students teach the AI-driven virtual patients to tell better jokes to lighten the mood during simulations?
    If AI-driven virtual patients could have a sense of humor, would nursing students find them more engaging?
    Is the push for AI-driven patient interactions a way to collect and exploit student data without their knowledge?

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