Client-centred approach to student nurse education in mental health practicum: an inquiry

This project utilized constructive feedback from clients of mental health facilities as a means of facilitating student nurse learning in three clinical environments. Three questionnaires were utilized to elicit and evaluate the impact of this feedback with a sample of 43 students and 74 client participants. The inquiry demonstrated that clients are willing to participate in students learning and believe that they can contribute towards it. Students also believed that clients have a valuable role to play in their learning, although they note caution in regards to client selection.