Table 8.

Quotes illustrating developing maturity

Peer teacher 7 – Interview 3 (Master 2, Semester 4)

… “If something abnormal arises or if there’s a procedure you’re unsure about, it doesn’t disrupt your entire flow. For example, if you suddenly notice that someone has a scar, you can take a moment to think logically about how to proceed. Should you avoid that area or proceed with palpitation? This way you maintain your continuity of thought. (…) It’s similar to when you’re cooking an egg. You know that first you’ll put the water on the stove, and then get an egg and put it in the water. You don’t have to think about the steps.” Peer teacher 7 (interview 3: Master 2, semester 4)

Peer teacher 5 – Interview 4 (Master 2, Semester 4)

"The audience consisted mostly of sailors. The questions were very practically oriented … about Steri-Strips, skin glue (when to use each, …) and the most common question was 'suppose I'm x hours from shore, is it best to suture myself or do I wait until I get to the doctor?' or 'within how much time should it be sutured?' … So, the questions were more practical and broader in scope compared to regular practice sessions.”