Strategies to develop student support mechanisms in medical radiation sciences clinical education.
J Med Imaging Radiat Sci
; 51(4): 512-517, 2020 12.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-739921
ABSTRACT
Clinical placement experience is an important component of medical radiation science (MRS) education, equipping students to safely transition into complex healthcare environments. This commentary draws on evidence from the literature that reports challenges allied health students face in clinical environments. As several factors are implicated that could result in a higher prevalence of psychological distress and mental ill-health in MRS students, there is a need to re-emphasize the importance of developing strategies to support students in clinical education. A key recommendation is to identify associated risk factors early as they can impact on the quality of education and in severe cases be detrimental to students' psychological well-being. This requires an understanding of the full extent and nature of the challenges through partnered approaches between professional organisations, clinical departments, academics and students. Developing evidence-based strategies for improving students' well-being in clinical environments is also essential.
Keywords
Full text:
Available
Collection:
International databases
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Radiotherapy
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Students, Medical
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Radiography
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Allied Health Occupations
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Allied Health Personnel
Type of study:
Observational study
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Prognostic study
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
J Med Imaging Radiat Sci
Year:
2020
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
J.jmir.2020.08.004
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