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Thingahangwi Cecilia Masutha1, Mary Maluleke1, Ndidzulafhi Selina Raliphaswa1
1Department of Advanced Nursing, The University of Venda, Private Bag X5050, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa.
Background:
Experiential learning in specialized psychiatric hospitals is as essential as other learning in any discipline in nursing education as it allows student nurses to correlate theory to practice. Experiential learning in the mental health environment has been identified as a significant factor in promoting a more favorable attitude among student nurses toward mental health nursing.
Aim:
The study explored student nurses' personal experiences regarding experiential learning in specialized psychiatric hospitals.
Methods:
A qualitative approach using explorative, descriptive, and contextual designs was used, and 51 student nurses were purposively sampled. Data were collected through six focus group interviews and analyzed using a thematic approach. Measures to ensure trustworthiness were also enhanced. Ethical considerations were adhered to throughout the study.
Results:
One theme and four sub-themes on the experiences of student nurses regarding experiential learning in specialized psychiatric hospitals were revealed, namely: theme: personal factors; sub-themes: fear of mental healthcare users, anxiety about clinical assessment, lack of interest in psychiatric nursing science, and stress due to social problems.
Conclusions:
Based on the findings, student nurses experience many things during experiential learning, including personal factors. A further qualitative study should be conducted on strategies to support student nurses during experiential learning in the specialized psychiatric hospitals of Limpopo Province.
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