In this episode, we will cover the basics of describing artificial intelligence (AI) and also discuss the role AI is playing in healthcare. AI is being used to help trigger alerts for possible medical conditions and to also design robotics for healthcare. However, along with this technology comes the concept of the black box phenomenon. We can enter data into a machine, but we don’t always understand how the machine is coming up with the information it’s giving us in return. Can it be trusted? --- This is episode 1  of the series: Artificial Intelligence in Nursing What is artificial intelligence (AI)? How is it being used in healthcare today? How is it already influencing nursing care? Artificial intelligence is not a new technology. It has been around for decades. As the technology continues to evolve and people train the associated technological algorithms with more data to become smarter, technology really can begin to perform some humanlike tasks. Computers are essentially developing a cognitive type of ability, based on how the technology is designed, to work in healthcare from assisting with preparing hospital charges for billing to intelligent robots assisting patients and healthcare professionals. There are a lot of advantages with intelligence technology, but where can “help” cross the line over into concern? Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click here View Episode Show Notes View Episode Transcript Already an Elite Member? Login here Learn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare View this podcast course on Elite Learning Series:  Artificial Intelligence in Nursing