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Perceptions of transition into clinical placement
Nicola Lawson Scott1, Samer Mahran1, Rakesh Patel2
1Undergraduate Medical Education Department, Nottingham University Hospitals, Nottingham, UK.
The Clinical Teacher
|March 17, 2022
Summary
Medical students anticipate clinical years but worry about their role and well-being. Addressing psychological concerns alongside academic support is crucial for a smoother transition into clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Clinical Transition
- Student Psychology
Background:
- The transition from pre-clinical to clinical medical education is a significant challenge for students.
- Existing interventions like skills courses and peer mentoring do not fully alleviate student apprehension.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate medical student feelings and perceptions regarding the transition to clinical years.
- To inform the development of targeted interventions for better student support during this phase.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving medical students beginning their first clinical placement.
- Online questionnaires utilized Likert-scale responses and thematic analysis of free text.
Main Results:
- Most students looked forward to ward rotations, but many felt unsupported in clinical skills and unsure of their ward role.
- Key concerns included fear of mistakes, negative staff attitudes, personal well-being, and lack of purpose.
Conclusions:
- The clinical transition involves complex psychological and practical concerns beyond academic deficits.
- Interventions should focus on enhancing psychological well-being and academic support to aid student adaptation.
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