title: Student life - Say what you think.
abstract: 'How do you think you're doing?' To a student, this opening question from a mentor can generate feelings ranging from optimism to anxiety. It is, however, just that - an opening question, and an opportunity for the student to talk about their clinical experiences and progress.
authors.affiliation: Birmingham City University.
authors.forename: Bridget
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Malkin
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D003142:Communication; D004506:Education, Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D005181:Faculty, Nursing; D006801:Humans; D008611:Mentors / Q000523:psychology*; D013338:Students, Nursing / Q000523:psychology*; D006113:United Kingdom