The Use of AI Powered ChatGPT for Nursing Education

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  • MBMichael D. Bumbach
    Michael D. Bumbach
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Background: In late 2022, an AI (artificial intelligence) application, ChatGPT (generative pre-trained transformer), was released free for public use. Although present use of AI applications are scant in nursing education, the easy access to ChatGPT will inevitably influence educational experiences for both educators and students. Nursing educators have an opportunity to leverage this new technology by understanding the functionality and limitations of ChatGPT. Method: This article examines the framework and functionality of ChatGPT and considers a potential nursing education assignment using the AI powered ChatGPT. The AI application, ChatGPT, is reviewed within the context of health care and nursing education and a potential nursing assignment leveraging ChatGPT is considered. Results: Nursing educators will increase their knowledge about ChatGPT and consider a possible nursing curriculum assignment using ChatGPT. Conclusion: Although not without limitations, nursing educators can leverage this new AI powered technology for an enhanced student experience. [ J Nurs Educ . 2024;63(8):564–567.]