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Author Brasell-Brian, R.; Vallance, E. openurl 
  Title Clinical practice/education exchange: Bridging the theory-practice gap Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 18 Issue 1 Pages 17-26  
  Keywords Education; Interprofessional relations  
  Abstract (up) This article positions clinical practice/education exchange (CPEE) within nursing literature and presents narrative accounts from a nurse educator and clinician who exchanged jobs for one year. This type of exchange, between education institutes and service areas where students are placed, is a new concept. The aim is to enhance student learning and facilitating meaningful links between theory and practice for them.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 613  
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Author Minchin, I. openurl 
  Title Advanced nursing in the operating theatre: The New Zealand perspective Type Journal Article
  Year 2004 Publication Dissector Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 32 Issue 2 Pages 30-35  
  Keywords Operating theatre; Nursing specialties  
  Abstract (up) This article presents a literature review of current research on perioperative nursing. Research studies are summarised. Overall findings include that there is a lack of exposure to perioperative nursing in undergraduate level, that expert nurses in the operating theatre make a positive economic and social contribution to patient outcomes, and there are barriers to registered nurses expanding their role in operating theatres.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1072 Serial 1057  
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Author Jonsdottir, H.; Litchfield, M.; Pharris, M. openurl 
  Title Partnership in practice Type Journal Article
  Year 2003 Publication Research & Theory for Nursing Practice Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 17 Issue 1 Pages 51-63  
  Keywords Nurse-patient relations; Nursing philosophy; Nursing research  
  Abstract (up) This article presents a reconsideration of partnership between nurse and client as the core of the nursing discipline. It points to the significance of the relational nature of partnership, differentiating its features and form from the prevalent understanding associated with prescriptive interventions to achieve predetermined goals and outcomes. The meaning of partnership is presented within the nursing process where the caring presence of the nurse becomes integral to the health experience of the client as the potential for action. Exemplars provide illustration of this emerging view in practice and research. This is the first of a series of articles written as a partnership between nurse scholars from Iceland, New Zealand and the USA. The series draws on research projects that explored the philosophical, theoretical, ethical and practical nature of nursing practice and its significance for health and healthcare in a world of changing need.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1172  
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Author Lim, A.G.; Honey, M. openurl 
  Title Integrated undergraduate nursing curriculum for pharmacology Type Journal Article
  Year 2006 Publication Nurse Education in Practice Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 6 Issue 3 Pages 163-168  
  Keywords Pharmacology; Curriculum; Nursing; Education  
  Abstract (up) This article presents an integrated approach to pharmacology education for nurses aligned with constructivist learning theory, as taught at the School of Nursing, University of Auckland. The weaving of pharmacology through the three-year undergraduate curriculum is described, showing the development of a pharmacology curricula thread. The significance of supporting curricula content in areas such as communication skills, law and ethics, as well as sound biological science and physiology knowledge are highlighted.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 707  
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Author Woods, M. openurl 
  Title A nursing ethic: The moral voice of experienced nurses Type Journal Article
  Year 1999 Publication Nursing Ethics Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 6 Issue 5 Pages 423-433  
  Keywords Ethics; Nursing; Education  
  Abstract (up) This article presents discussion on some of the main findings of a recently completed study on nursing ethics in New Zealand. An interpretation of a nurse's story taken from the study is offered and suggestions are made for nursing ethics education.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1092  
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Author Warren, B.L. openurl 
  Title Intramuscular injection angle: Evidence for practice? Type Miscellaneous
  Year 2002 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 18 Issue 2 Pages 42-51  
  Keywords Patient safety; Immunisation  
  Abstract (up) This article presents the findings of a search for evidence to support the 45-60 degree angle of insertion for intramuscular injection of vaccine which is recommended in New Zealand. With the objective of discovering the evidence base for an intramuscular injection angle which differs from that recommended by the World Health Organisation and the accepted practice experienced by the author in the UK, Canada, Malawi and the USA, a comprehensive library and internet literature search was undertaken. Information was also sought by personal correspondence and contact with a range of immunisation specialists. Both the literature specifically on needle angle and that which includes needle angle within a wider investigation of technique is included. Overwhelmingly the evidence supports a 90 degree angle of needle insertion for intramuscular injection as being most effective in terms of patient comfort, safety and efficacy of vaccine.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 616  
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Author Spence, D.; Wood, E.E. openurl 
  Title Registered nurse participation in performance appraisal interviews Type Journal Article
  Year 2007 Publication Journal of Professional Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 23 Issue 1 Pages 55-59  
  Keywords Registered nurses; Management; Professional development; Attitude of health personnel  
  Abstract (up) This article presents the findings of an interpretive study that explored and documented the meaning and impact of nurse participation in performance appraisal interviews. Data gleaned from nine New Zealand registered nurses employed by a single district health board provide evidence that nurses are often disappointed by the process of performance appraisal. Although they believe in the potential value of performance appraisal interviews, they seldom experience the feedback, direction, and encouragement necessary for an effective appraisal process. It is suggested that changes to the current professional development program and its accompanying performance appraisal will require skilled commitment on the part of nurses, managers, and the employing organisation to improve and develop the assessment and promotion of nursing practice.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 840  
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Author Palmer, S.G. openurl 
  Title Application of the cognitive therapy model to initial crisis assessment Type Journal Article
  Year 2003 Publication International Journal of Mental Health Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 12 Issue 1 Pages 30-38  
  Keywords Mental health; Clinical assessment; Psychiatric Nursing  
  Abstract (up) This article provides a background to the development of cognitive therapy and cognitive therapeutic skills with a specific focus on the treatment of a depressive episode. It discusses the utility of cognitive therapeutic strategies to the model of crisis theory and initial crisis assessment currently used by the Community Assessment & Treatment Team of Waitemata District Health Board. A brief background to cognitive therapy is provided, followed by a comprehensive example of the use of the Socratic questioning method in guiding collaborative assessment and treatment of suicidality by nurses during the initial crisis assessment.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1085 Serial 1070  
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Author Spence, D. openurl 
  Title Prejudice, paradox, and possibility: Nursing people from cultures other than one's own Type Journal Article
  Year 2001 Publication Journal of Transcultural Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 12 Issue 2 Pages 100-106  
  Keywords Cultural safety; Transcultural nursing; Nurse-patient relations  
  Abstract (up) This article provides a brief overview of the findings of a hermeneutic study that explored the experience of nursing people from cultures other than one's own. The notions prejudice, paradox, and possibility are argued to describe this phenomenon. Nurses in New Zealand are being challenged to recognise and address racism in their practice. Yet, the implementation of cultural safety in nursing education has created tension within the profession and between nursing and the wider community. As nurses negotiate the conflicts essential for ongoing development of their practice, the play of prejudice, paradox, and possibility is evident at intrapersonal and interpersonal levels as well as in relation to professional and other discourses. Nurses are challenged to continue their efforts to understand and move beyond the prejudices that otherwise preclude the exploration of new possibilities.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1104 Serial 1089  
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Author Framp, A. openurl 
  Title Diffuse gastric cancer Type Journal Article
  Year 2006 Publication Gastroenterology Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 29 Issue 3 Pages 232-238  
  Keywords Maori; Nursing; Diseases; Case studies; Cancer; Oncology  
  Abstract (up) This article provides an overview of gastric cancer using a unique case study involving a Maori family genetically predisposed to diffuse gastric cancer. The pathophysiology of diffuse gastric cancer, including prognosis, diagnosis, and treatment, along with important patient considerations is highlighted.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 691  
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Author Sadlier, C. openurl 
  Title Gaining insight into the experience of diabetes Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 14-16  
  Keywords Diabetes Type 2; Maori; Nursing  
  Abstract (up) This article reports a research project that investigated the experience and expectations of Maori who were newly-diagnosed with non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM). Four people diagnosed with NIDDM were interviewed over 12 months. Participant recommendations are incorporated into suggested improvements for managing the condition.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1020 Serial 1004  
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Author Polaschek, N. openurl 
  Title Living on dialysis: Concerns of clients in a renal setting Type Journal Article
  Year 2003 Publication Journal of Advanced Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 41 Issue 1 Pages 44-52  
  Keywords Nurse-patient relations; Psychology; Attitude to health; Terminal care  
  Abstract (up) This article reports a study that sought to understand the experience of a group of Caucasian men with end stage renal failure managing their own haemodialysis therapy in their homes. The study used a critical interpretive methodology. The renal setting was critically viewed as a specialised health care context constituted by several interrelated discourses. Although established by the dominant professional discourse, it also includes a number of others, in particular an obscure client discourse that is a response to the dominant discourse. Initially, participants' own interpretations of their individual experiences were outlined. These were then collectively reinterpreted by contextualising them in terms of the critical view of the renal setting, in order to discern their own views as renal clients that were obscured by the language and ideas of the dominant discourse with which they had been enculturated. From an analysis of the set of accounts derived from interviews with six participants, four concerns of the renal client discourse were identified. These concerns were: (1) suffering from continuing symptoms of end stage renal failure and dialysis; (2) limitations resulting from negotiating dialysis into their lifestyle; (3) ongoingness and uncertainty of life on dialysis; and (4) altered relationship between autonomy and dependence inherent in living on dialysis. One specific implication of this study is that the distinctive potential of the nursing role in renal settings lies beyond the performance of a range of technical tasks, in addressing the experience of people living on dialysis, described here as the concerns of the renal client discourse.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1072  
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Author Drake, M.; Stokes, G. openurl 
  Title Managing pre-registration student risk: A professional and legislative minefield Type Journal Article
  Year 2004 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 20 Issue 1 Pages 15-27  
  Keywords Risk management; Education; Law and legislation; Nursing  
  Abstract (up) This article reports data from 15 schools of nursing, surveyed to identify difficulties experienced by nurse educators with respect to entry, progression and programme completion of undergraduate nursing students. Risk assessment, along with a lack of clear policy and procedures were found to be the main problem areas. Difficulties were exacerbated for educators when there were challenges to their professional judgement, either from the Nursing Council of New Zealand or from within their own institution. The authors argue for more recognition of the dual role of nurse educators, and greater clarification of the Nursing Council of New Zealand role in regulating the student's programme entry and progression, and ultimate admission to the Register. It is suggested that the recently passed Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (2003) provides nursing with an opportunity to address some of these issues.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 546  
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Author Skadiang, K. openurl 
  Title Researching post-tonsillectomy bleeding Type Journal Article
  Year 2001 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 7 Issue 4 Pages 22-23  
  Keywords Surgery; Health status; Nursing  
  Abstract (up) This article reports findings from an audit of post-tonsillectomy haemorrhage among patients at South Auckland Health from October 1998 to April 1999. All patients who underwent tonsillectomy or adenotonsillectomy were contacted by telephone, after the 14th day and before the 21st day following surgery.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1015  
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Author Dyson, L. openurl 
  Title The role of the lecturer in the preceptor model of clinical teaching Type Journal Article
  Year 2000 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 16 Issue 3 Pages 16-24  
  Keywords Teaching methods; Nursing; Education; Preceptorship  
  Abstract (up) This article reports on a descriptive study undertaken within a school of nursing where the author was formerly employed. The study explored the role of the lecturer within the preceptorship model of clinical teaching. It uses an exploratory/descriptive, qualitative approach to interviewing 12 lecturers. The findings demonstrate the educational orientation of the lecturer role and also highlight the tension that continues to exist between the world of education and the world of practice.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 635  
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