Developing a service user designed tool for the assessment of student mental health nurses in practice: A collaborative process

Summary s article we describe and critically analyse the process of developing an assessment tool designed by users of mental health services to assess student nurses in practice. The developmental process raised a number of complex and unexpected issues. The findings suggest that rather than “assess” student nurses in practice, service users should have a role in reviewing studentʹs practice. Whilst there was a consensus amongst stake-holders that engaging in this feedback process is beneficial to both the student and service user, it is the manner in which it is sought which requires further investigation.