Some Saskatchewan Polytechnic students are questioning why their health is being put at risk for the sake of a hands-on learning experience.
A dozen practical nursing students penned a letter to the institution’s administration flagging safety concerns with their clinical placement requirements. “The expectation for students to continue putting their own health at risk for the benefit of learning in a ‘unique’ environment is troubling and disappointing,” students said in a letter dated March 18. “COVID-19 has thrown a wrench into not only our student life but also our personal lives.” The letter highlights a number of concerns, including close contact with patients experiencing COVID-19 symptoms and a lack of personal protective equipment