The Role and Potential Contributions of the Artificial Intelligence Language Model ChatGPT.

This discussion paper aims to examine the potential benefits and limitations of using artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots in nursing practice, with a particular focus on the ChatGPT example. The study discusses how chatbots can serve as a valuable tool for nurses' continuing education, consultation, and information access. It is suggested that ChatGPT can contribute to enhancing nurses' knowledge and skill levels, providing rapid and accurate information, and improving time management. However, the potential risks and limitations of using AI chatbots have also been evaluated. The study highlights the possibility of negative impacts on the nurse-patient relationship due to chatbots' inadequacy in emotional and empathetic communication. Additionally, concerns about chatbots providing inaccurate or biased information and issues regarding data privacy are addressed. The review draws attention to the limited existing literature on the use of AI chatbots in nursing and emphasizes the need for expanding research in this area. Future studies are suggested to focus on identifying the necessary training and support resources for nurses to effectively utilize this technology. This study underscores an important ethical and professional point for nurses, reminding them not to overlook the significance of human touch and emotional connection while evaluating the advantages offered by technology.

Nursing students' self-efficacy and clinical decision-making in the context of medication administration to children: A descriptive-correlational study.

BACKGROUND: It is crucial for nursing students to possess self-efficacy in medication administration to children for correct drug implementation. It is expected that nursing students enhance their clinical application skills in the pediatric field before graduation, execute the clinical decision-making process, and acquire self-efficacy in medication administration. AIM: This research was conducted to examine the self-efficacy and clinical decision-making levels of nursing students in the context of medication administration to children. METHODS: This descriptive-correlational study was conducted with 368 students. The data were collected using the "Participant Information Form", the "Medication Administration Self-Efficacy Scale in Children for Nursing Students", and the "Clinical Decision-Making in Nursing Scale". Number, percentage, minimum and maximum values, mean and standard deviation, Independent Samples T-Test, ANOVA, and Pearson correlation test were used in the analysis of the data. In addition, Cronbach's Alpha coefficient was calculated to evaluate the reliability of the scales. The research report of the study followed the STROBE guidelines. RESULTS: In the study, the mean score of the students on the Clinical Decision-Making in Nursing Scale was slightly low; the mean score of the Medication Administration Self-Efficacy Scale in Children for Nursing Students was found to be moderate; and a significant and negative relationship was determined between the two scales. The clinical decision-making levels of the male students, the fourth-year nursing students, and those who did not experience anxiety during medication administration were found to be significantly higher. The self-efficacy of the students who did not experience anxiety during medication administration to children was found to be significantly higher than the others. CONCLUSION: Nursing students need to possess self-efficacy in administering medication to children and be able to make clinical decisions. Given the significant impact of the clinical decision-making process on patient outcomes and safety, it is necessary to develop educational programs to enhance the clinical decision-making abilities of nursing students. Different educational methods that will increase students' self-efficacy in medication administration to children need to be implemented.

Development of the Individualised Developmental Care Knowledge and Attitude Scale.

BACKGROUND: There is a need for a valid and reliable scale to determine the individualised developmental care levels of nurses who provide care for preterm newborns. AIMS: To develop the Individualised Developmental Care Knowledge and Attitude Scale for nurses who provide care to preterm newborns and to evaluate its validity and reliability. METHODS: This methodological study was performed with 260 nurses who provide care for preterm newborns in neonatal intensive care units. The content validity of the research was evaluated under the guidance of professionals working in the pediatric field. Collected data were analysed using values, percentage, mean, standard deviation, correlation analysis, Cronbach's alpha reliability coefficient and factor analysis methods. RESULTS: The total Content Validity Index for all items was found to be 0.930. The result of Bartlett's test of sphericity (x2 = 4691.061, p = 0.000) was significant, and the KMO (Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin) measure of sampling adequacy was 0.906. The fit indices for confirmatory factor analysis were x2/SD = 4.35, GFI = 0.97, AGFI = 0.97, CFI = 0.97, RMSEA = 0.057 and SRMR = 0.062. All of the related fit indices were in the accepted range. The Individualised Developmental Care Knowledge and Attitude Scale was developed at the end of the study, and 34 items and four dimensions were identified. The Cronbach's alpha of the full scale was 0.937. CONCLUSIONS: From the results, it can be concluded that the Individualised Developmental Care Knowledge and Attitude Scale is both a reliable and valid measurement tool for determining individualised developmental levels.

The relationship between the COVID-19 pandemic and children's emotional and behavioral problems.

PURPOSE: This research was conducted to determine the relationship of the COVID-19 pandemic with the emotional and behavioral problems of children. METHOD: In this study, carried out using the descriptive survey model, the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire was used with 205 mothers. RESULTS: Significant differences were observed in the emotional and behavioral problems of children according to their mother's working status, having COVID-19 in the family, and being in contact. According to mothers' perceptions, the level of emotional and behavioral problems differed before and after the pandemic. CONCLUSIONS: It can be concluded that the pandemic and related factors have an effect on children's emotional and behavioral problems.

Effect of soothing noise on sucking success of newborns.

BACKGROUND: Starting and continuing breastfeeding are influenced by many factors affecting the mother and the infant. No study is found in the literature investigating how to achieve success in the first nutrient-sucking experiences by decreasing the stress experienced by newborns during the adaptation phase of the early postpartum period. The objective of this study was to determine the effect of soothing noise on sucking success in full-term infants. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This semi-experimental study was conducted with a total of 127 newborns: 64 in the control group and 63 in the experimental group. The data were collected by the researchers using the Mother and Infant Descriptive Information Form and the LATCH Breastfeeding Assessment Tool, in accordance with the literature. Infants in the experimental group (n=63) were exposed to soothing noise (a song) during the first breastfeeding after birth and again 24 hours later, and their sucking success was assessed. No intervention was applied to the infants in the control group. RESULTS: The results demonstrated that the sucking success of newborns who were exposed to soothing noise in the early postpartum period was higher than that of the control group (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS: It was revealed that exposure to soothing noise is effective for the development of newborns' sucking behaviors as they adapt to extrauterine life in the early postpartum period.