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Patient Perceptions of Medical Students' Involvement in Clinical Classes: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Document Type
Clinical report
Source
Patient Preference and Adherence. March 1, 2024, Vol. 18, p301, 13 p.
Subject
Poland
Language
English
ISSN
1177-889X
Abstract
Introduction: A crucial aspect of the education of prospective medical professionals is their interaction with patients. The study aimed to explore patients' perspectives on the interaction between medical students and themselves. It sought to understand how patients perceive this dynamic within clinical classes. The goal was to gather insights into the most favorable behavior and demeanor of medical students during these sessions, with the overarching objective of enhancing patient comfort. Material and Methods: The authors collected a total of 403 surveys from patients of a teaching hospital, regarding their perception of students as healthcare providers. The participants ranged in age from 18 to 92. 53.83% of the participants were female, and 46.17% were male. The surveys were collected between April 8th, 2022, and August 10th, 2022. The results of the anonymous survey undergone statistical analyses using the Mann-Whitney U-test for comparing two groups and the Kruskal-Wallis test for comparing more than two groups, because the Shapiro-Wilk test indicated that the data did not follow a normal distribution. Results: The study delved into patients' assessments of students' external presentation, adherence to behavioral norms, empathetic qualities, consideration during intimate examinations, and preferences for the organization of clinical classes. Our research indicates notable differences in responses based on age. Specifically, the senior demographic prioritizes students' external presentation, communication and the utilization of courteous language more often than younger individuals (p Conclusion: The study found that generally, patients voluntarily engage in educational classes with students. The relationship between patients and students is amicable, and the majority of students display a respectful demeanor toward patients. Nonetheless, preserving patient confidentiality and ensuring the proper management of classes remain persistent issues. This is particularly crucial, especially when the clinical classes pertain to intimate and personal health matters of a patient. Upholding and enriching the organization of such sessions, along with the attentiveness and knowledge of medical students regarding patient comfort, assumes heightened significance. Keywords: medical education, clinical teaching, student-patient relationship, patients' opinions on students, patient partners
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