The clinical experiences of dyslexic healthcare students

Murphy, FJ

Abstract

This paper reflects on the experiences of healthcare students with dyslexia in order
to raise awareness of the potential challenges for dyslexic student radiographers and their clinical
educators. With widening participation policies it is likely that the number of student
radiographers with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia will continue to increase. A review
of the literature associated with dyslexia in healthcare education was performed in order
to provide an overview of the current position. Although Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)
have embraced the support and learning opportunities for dyslexic students at university, evidence
would suggest that this is not reflected in the clinical departments. The current literature
strongly suggests that since the risk of errors with clinical information is far more
significant within the clinical placement, there is an immediate requirement for greater understanding,
robust support and risk assessment systems. This review considers the problems experienced
by dyslexic students, coping strategies they employ and the possible implications for
clinical radiography education.

Citation

Murphy, F. (2008). The clinical experiences of dyslexic healthcare students. Radiography, 15, 341-344. https://doi.org/10.10116/j.radi.2008.06.002

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Publication Date: Jan 1, 2008
• Deposit Date: Dec 20, 2010
• Journal: Radiography
• Print ISSN: 1078-8174
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 15
• Pages: 341-344
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.10116/j.radi.2008.06.002
• Publisher URL: http://www.radiographyonline.com