The involvement of patients in the assessment of nursing students during their practical training: a scoping review

The involvement of patients in the assessment of nursing students during their practical training: a scoping review . Introduction. In health care education, several experiences of patient involvement in students' assessment are documented internationally: this represents a challenge for nursing education. Objective. To analyze user involvement experiences in nursing student assessment in order to identify: a) potential benefi ts and challenges, b) assessment methods and tools, c) assessed skills. Methods. A scoping review was conducted according to the methodology proposed by the Joanna Briggs Institute. Methods and findings have been reported according to the PRISMA-ScR (Systematic reviews and Meta -Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews) statement. Results. The results of the 22 included studies, published between 1995 and 2021, mainly in the United Kingdom and Europe, indicate that user' engagement is an experience that can be useful and meaningful. However, it is not without challenges such as the difficulty of providing critical feedback, student anxiety, and the investment of time and resources required. Assessments can be collected through scales, questionnaires, or interviews, focusing on interpersonal skills such as listening and respect, allowing tutors to gather surprising details about students' performance. Conclusions. Patients can provide original insights into nursing student's caring behaviors and can be a source of learning based on valuing the point of view of care receivers. Implementing patient participation in this process requires clarity, commited adherence and rigorous planning.