However, governance and regulation are pivotal in ensuring the ethical, safe and effective integration of AI into clinical nursing practice. As AI technologies become increasingly embedded in healthcare, nurses must navigate a complex regulatory landscape that addresses patient safety, data privacy, algorithmic transparency, and professional accountability. These guidelines advocate for fairness, universality, traceability, usability, robustness and explainability in AI systems, aligning with the ethical standards expected in nursing practice (Lekadir et al, 2025). In conclusion, there is no doubt that AI can support nurses in reducing the documentation burden, allowing them to focus on delivering and monitoring high-quality, safe care. However, the integration of AI into nursing practice necessitates a multifaceted governance approach that encompasses regulatory compliance, ethical considerations, and professional accountability.

Source: The Times June 23, 2025 08:44 UTC