Reality shock in radiography: fact or fiction? Findings from a phenomenological study in Durban, South Africa.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Globally, the phenomenon of reality shock is a major contributor to the attrition of healthcare professionals. Reality shock negatively impacts on initial workplace transition, productivity, and ultimately, employee retention, hence it is important to ascertain its causative factors so that measures can be taken to mitigate its effects. Relative to other health professions, the field of radiography has been slow in detailing the occurrence of reality shock, and attrition is a major problem affecting the profession. In South Africa, a dearth of data exists pertaining to the potential presence of reality shock amongst newly-graduated radiographers as they transition to the workplace.

Methods

A phenomenological approach was used. Seven newly-graduated radiographers p

SUBMITTER: Chipere TGA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6593581 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature