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Table 4 Likelihood and acceptability of working outside UK parameters in developing world settings

From: Beyond ‘health and safety’ – the challenges facing students asked to work outside of their comfort, qualification level or expertise on medical elective placement

Question

Yes

No

Unsure

“Do you think students are more likely to be asked to work outside of their ‘normal UK parameters’ in developing countries than in developed countries?”

88.36% (334)

0.79% (3)

10.85% (41)

“Do you think it’s more acceptable for students to work outside ‘normal UK parameters’ when in working in developing countries?”

48.93% (183)

30.21% (113)

20.86% (78)