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Author |
Hedley, Cath and others |
Title |
The B4 school check behaviour measures : findings from the Hawke's Bay evaluation |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
28 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
13-23 |
Keywords |
Before (B4) School Checks; Child behaviour; Nurse evaluation; Parenting support |
Abstract |
Evaluates the B4 School Checks in Hawke's Bay, focusing on children assessed as having behaviour issues, as determined by the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). Reviews Health Hawke's Bay (HHB) records for the number and demographics of the children assessed, and the interventions recommended. Interviews 36 parents to discover what difference the B4 check made to children's behaviour and which aspects of the check contributed to successful outcomes. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1477 |
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Author |
Cameron, Megan |
Title |
Evaluation report of a postgraduate specialty programme: is a specialty nursing qualification delivering what it says it does? |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
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Issue |
24 |
Pages |
37-45 |
Keywords |
Evaluation; Primary health care; Nursing; Well Child/Tamariki Ora; Postgraduate study; Surveys |
Abstract |
Examines whether a postgraduate programme for Well Child/Tamariki Ora (WCTO) nurses prepares nurses new to child health to understand primary health care, health promotion, community nursing and nursing theory. Uses on online survey devised by Plunket National Educators to evaluate the (WCTO) strand of the Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Health Care Specialty Nursing curriculum against the delivery of the programme. Assesses student experience and student perceptions of the impact of their learning on their nursing practice. Considers whether it enables nurses to consider the specific populations in their care, or to encourage individuals, families and communities to increase their skills in health-focused daily living. Seeks to ascertain whether the structure of the programme, based on the clinical integration approach, supports nursing practice and academic study. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1549 |
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Author |
Wynne-Jones, Jacqui; Martin-Babin, Margot; Hayward, Brooke; Villa, Luis |
Title |
Patient safety leadership walk-rounds: lessons learrned from a mixed-methods evaluaion |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2020 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
11 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
24-33 |
Keywords |
Patient safety; Nurse leaders; Walk-round; Evaluation |
Abstract |
Assesses the impact of a patient safety leadership walk-rounds (PSLWR) programme in an Auckland hospital to provide recommendations for programme improvement. Involves senior leaders and other departmental representatives visiting wards to conduct staff and patient interviews to capture their experiences, and to assess the environment. Proposes recommendations for organisations intending to or currently implementing a PSLWR programme. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1658 |
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Author |
Tracy, C. |
Title |
Comparison of catheter-securing devices |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2000 |
Publication |
Urologic Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
20 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
43-46 |
Keywords |
Nursing specialties; Evaluation |
Abstract |
This study evaluates methods of securing urethral urinary catheters, which are a major part of urologic nursing. Basic procedures such as these are poorly researched or reported in the literature. The question of how to secure a urinary catheter and with what device often relies on knowledge, availability of equipment, and on information supplied by manufacturers of commercial devices. This study finds that sometimes the cheaper option of adhesive tape and pin device can still be the best for patients. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 704 |
Serial |
690 |
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Author |
Peri, K.; Kerse, N.; Kiata, L.; Wilkinson, T.; Robinson, E.; Parsons, J.; Willingale, J.; Parsons, M.; Brown, P.; Pearson, J.R.; von Randow, M.; Arroll, B. |
Title |
Promoting independence in residential care: Successful recruitment for a randomized controlled trial |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2008 |
Publication |
Journal of the American Medical Directors Association |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
9 |
Issue |
4 |
Pages |
251-256 |
Keywords |
Research; Geriatric nursing; Rest homes; Evaluation; Attitude of health personnel |
Abstract |
The aim of this study was to describe the recruitment strategy and association between facility and staff characteristics and success of resident recruitment for the Promoting Independence in Residential Care (PIRC) trial. A global impression of staff willingness to facilitate research was gauged by research nurses, facility characteristics were measured by staff interview. Forty-one (85%) facilities and 682 (83%) residents participated, median age was 85 years (range 65-101), and 74% were women. Participants had complex health problems. Recruitment rates were associated (but did not increase linearly) with the perceived willingness of staff, and were not associated with facility size. Design effects from the cluster recruitment differed according to outcome. The recruitment strategy was successful in recruiting a large sample of people with complex comorbidities and high levels of functional disability despite perceptions of staff reluctance. Staff willingness was related to recruitment success. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 803 |
Serial |
787 |
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Author |
Neville, S.J.; Gillon, D.; Milligan, K. |
Title |
New Zealand registered nurses' use of physical assessment skills: A pilot study |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2006 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
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Volume |
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Issue |
14(1) |
Pages |
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Keywords |
Clinical assessment; Nursing; Evaluation |
Abstract |
The objective of this project was to ascertain registered nurses' use of selected physical assessment skills before and after participation in a health assessment course. A pre- (also referred to as part I) and post- (part II) test design was used to investigate the research aim. Participants were obtained via a convenience sample. A questionnaire was completed at the beginning of the educational programme and then four to six weeks after completion of the assessment course. A two tailed t-test was used to identify any significant differences in the characteristics of participants from part I (N = 206) to part II (N = 145), with no differences identified. However, there was an overall mean percentage difference of 17.1% in the use of physical assessment skills after having completed the educational programme. In conclusion, the researchers found that four to six weeks after completion of a health assessment course, nurses were using the skills learned to improve their nursing practice more frequently than before the programme. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 879 |
Serial |
863 |
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Author |
Brinkman, A.; Caughley, B. |
Title |
Measuring on-the-job stress accurately |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2004 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
18 |
Issue |
8 |
Pages |
12-15 |
Keywords |
Stress; Evaluation research; Workplace; Occupational health and safety |
Abstract |
The authors discuss the usefulness of a generic tool to measure job stress in New Zealand workplaces, and report on a study using one such generic tool. The study involved sending questionnaires to all staff (193) who had worked at a regional women's health service for a minimum of six months. The mailed package contained the Job Stress Survey (JSS), the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12), demographic questions (including cultural safety), shift work questions, and a blank page for “qualitative comment”. Over 12,000 pieces of data were collected from the study but this article focuses only on the results of the JSS. The JSS can be used to determine a “job stress index” and can also be used to measure “job pressure” and “lack of organisational support”. For this study, job stress index scores were calculated and organised by occupational groupings. Midwives, nurses and doctors all cited inadequate or poor quality equipment, excessive paperwork, insufficient personal time, and frequent interruptions, as their top stressors. Three of these four stressors fall within the job pressure index. The results of the survey prompted organisational changes, including: extensive discussions; equipment being updated; management being made aware of the depth of concern felt by staff; the creation of a place for staff to have personal time; and coping intervention strategies were initiated. The authors suggest that no generic measure of job stress can fully evaluate stressors unique to a particular work setting. They support additional items being constructed and administered to assess stressors that are idiosyncratic to a particular occupational group. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1003 |
Serial |
987 |
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Author |
Peach, J. |
Title |
The Professional Development Programme: Achievements and outcomes |
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Journal Article |
Year |
1999 |
Publication |
Professional Leader |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
5 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
6-9 |
Keywords |
Professional development; Evaluation; Nursing |
Abstract |
This article backgrounds the professional development programme instigated at Auckland Hospital in 1988, and reviews the achievements of the past 10 years. It describes PDP and distinguishes it from a clinical career pathway. Specific indicators were used to assess the achievement of the programme, and these are presented. Overall the programme achieved it's outcomes and at a reasonable cost. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1289 |
Serial |
1274 |
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