Nurse faculty collaborated in a review of all reflections
to determine if any themes emerged from the content
that provided insight into areas of concern. A significant
number of the students’ reflections before the workshop
showed that they were fearful of interacting with mentally
ill clients. Students expressed concern about using the
appropriate methods of communication and apprehension
about how clients would react. Student responses included:
“I am feeling excited, nervous, scared about my psych
experience. The unknown is always a little scary,” and “I
am anxious. I am nervous because I don’t know what to
expect but hope it is a good experience.”