NERS NEWS — (Tuesday, 07/04/2026) – Nursing Clinical Practice students from Universitas Airlangga (Class A3, Group A8, Batch 2023) conducted their psychiatric clinical practice (PKK) at Menur Hospital Surabaya during the 5th week (March 9–13, 2026) and 6th week (April 6–10, 2026). The program included orientation, nursing care, Therapeutic Group Activity (TAK), and Health Education (PKRS), focusing on managing patients with hallucinations to improve their quality of life and social interaction skills.During the practice, students performed direct psychiatric nursing interventions, including:
- Monitoring vital signs (TTV).
- Assessing patient conditions.
- Assisting with daily living activities.
- Implementing therapeutic communication through interaction and observation.
Furthermore, students conducted Therapeutic Group Activity (TAK) using a “talking ball” game method. This activity aimed to train concentration, communication, and social skills for patients experiencing hallucinations. The session was integrated with self-introduction techniques and image descriptions to provide cognitive stimulation and distraction from hallucinatory stimuli.
In the sixth week, students also provided Health Education (PKRS) titled “Healthy Soul Without Hallucinations,” utilizing posters and demonstrations of hallucination control techniques. These activities took place in the Kenari and Kenari 2 wards of Menur Hospital Surabaya. The TAK session was held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, while the health education session followed on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, targeting patients with hallucinatory disorders.
The objective of these activities is to enhance the patients’ ability to recognize and control hallucinations through educational and therapeutic approaches. Group therapy helps patients shift their attention from internal stimuli to the real environment, increasing social interaction and reducing social withdrawal. Meanwhile, health education aims to broaden patient knowledge regarding the signs, symptoms, and self-management of hallucinations. This initiative also supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), Goal 4 (Quality Education), and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
The clinical instructor, Mr. Abdul Rachman, noted that this clinical practice offers significant benefits for students. He stated that students practicing at RS Menur gain extensive knowledge and skills, and are expected to develop a professional attitude that does not stigmatize or look down upon individuals with mental health disorders.
Through this program, students not only gain comprehensive clinical experience but also contribute to improving the quality of mental health services in the community. It is hoped that similar initiatives will continue to grow as a synergy between education and clinical practice to support the SDGs and elevate the standard of public mental health.
Author: Carmine Adiratna Fatish
Editor: Eva Khoirunnisa Adinta (Airlangga Nursing Journalist)
