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Student perceptions of clinical mistreatment
M Moreno1, E D White, M E Flores
1Radiologic Technology Program, Blinn College in Bryan, Tex., USA.
Radiologic Technology
|October 3, 2001
Summary
Most radiography students experienced mistreatment during clinical training, with second-year students reporting it more frequently. Verbal abuse from technologists was common, though its perceived impact varied among students.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Radiography Training
- Student Well-being
Background:
- Clinical education is crucial for radiography students' professional development.
- Mistreatment in clinical settings can negatively impact student learning and mental health.
- Understanding student perceptions of mistreatment is vital for improving educational environments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate radiography students' perceptions of mistreatment during clinical training.
- To identify the prevalence and nature of mistreatment experienced by students.
- To explore students' suggestions for preventing mistreatment in clinical settings.
Main Methods:
- A survey was administered to radiography students to gather data on their experiences.
- Students reported on the frequency, type, and source of mistreatment.
- Perceptions of mistreatment importance and emotional impact were assessed.
Main Results:
- A majority of radiography students reported experiencing mistreatment during clinical rotations.
- Second-year students were four times more likely than first-year students to perceive mistreatment.
- Verbal abuse from staff technologists was the most common form of mistreatment reported.
Conclusions:
- Mistreatment is a significant issue in radiography clinical education, affecting a majority of students.
- Targeted interventions are needed to address verbal abuse and support student well-being.
- Student-proposed preventive measures should be considered to create a safer learning environment.
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