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Author Powell, Samantha url  openurl
  Title The older nurse in the workplace: retention or retirement Type Book Whole
  Year 2010 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 79 p.  
  Keywords Retention; Retirement; Older nurses; Aging workforce  
  Abstract (down) Examines the issues facing the older nurse in NZ. Recruits two groups of Clinical/Charge Nurse Managers (CNM) in two District Health Boards (DHB) to interview about the issues confronting older nurses and the strategies they use to retain them.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1700  
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Author Prior, Patsy; Wilkinson, Jill; Neville, Stephen openurl 
  Title Practice nurse use of evidence in clinical practice : a descriptive survey Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 2 Pages 14-25  
  Keywords Evidencxe-based practice; Primary health care; Nursing; Education  
  Abstract (down) Describes nurses' perceptions of their use of evidence-based practice, attitudes toward evidence-based practice and perceptions of their knowledge/skills associated with evidence-based practice. Determines the effect of educational preparation on practice, attitudes, and knowledge/skills toward evidence-based practice. Utilises a descriptive survey design to poll 55 West Auckland practice nurses working the general practice setting.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1455  
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Author Mortensen, Annette openurl 
  Title Cultural safety : does the theory work in practice for culturally and linguistically diverse groups? Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 3 Pages 6-16  
  Keywords Cultural safety; Cultural and lingulistic diversity (CALD); Asian, refugee and migrant groups  
  Abstract (down) Critically examines the theoretical base of the cultural safety guidelines for nursing practice with respect to culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) groups. Poses two questions: have the guidelines led to culturally-safe nursing practice in health care for CALD groups; have the guidelines contributed to provision of culturally-acceptable health care for CALD groups?  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1457  
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Author Walker, Rachael; Abel, Sally; Meyer, Alannah openurl 
  Title What do New Zealand pre-dialysis nurses believe to be effective care? Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 2 Pages .26-34  
  Keywords Pre-dialysis nursing; Effective care; Qualitative research; Nurses' perceptions; Surveys  
  Abstract (down) Conducts semi-structured phone interviews with 11 pre-dialysis nurses from around NZ. Identifies key themes by means of inductive analysis. Argues that qualitative elements of pre-dialysis nursing care must be considered in addition to quantifiable parameters.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1456  
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Author Honey, M.L.L. openurl 
  Title Methodological issues with case study research Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal NZNO Library  
  Volume 1 Issue 1 Pages 9-11  
  Keywords Research, nursing; Research methodology; Study design; data analysis; Data collection methods  
  Abstract (down) Case study research, as a qualitative methodology, attracts some criticism, especially related to rigour, reliability and validity. A New Zealand-based study that explored complex phenomena – flexible learning for postgraduate nurses – provides a practical example of how the case study design can address these criticisms. Through describing the mixed methods used, different sources and methods of data collection, and data analysis, the process of achieving data quality and trustworthiness are highlighted.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1338  
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Author Mahoney, Laurie openurl 
  Title Children living with a mentally ill parent : the role of public health nurses Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 2 Pages 4-13  
  Keywords Public health nurses; Parental mental illness; Advocacy; Assessment; Focus group  
  Abstract (down) Aims to identify the public health nurses' role with regard to children who are living with a parent who is suffering from a mental illness. Uses a qualitative research design with 8 public health nurses working in rural and urban settings. Conducts focus groups from which data are gathered and analysed thematically using axial coding. Conducts further focus groups with 6 of the participants to evaluate the themes identified.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1454  
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Author Therkleson,T. url  openurl
  Title Ginger compress therapy for adults with osteoarthritis Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Journal of Advanced Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 66 Issue 10 Pages 2225?2233  
  Keywords Ginger compress therapy; Giorgi?s method; nursing; osteoarthritis  
  Abstract (down) Abstract

Aim. This paper is a report of a study to explicate the phenomenon of ginger

compresses for people with osteoarthritis.

Background. Osteoarthritis is claimed to be the leading cause of musculoskeletal

pain and disability in Western society. Management ideally combines non-pharmacological

strategies, including complementary therapies and pain-relieving

medication. Ginger has been applied externally for over a thousand years in China

to manage arthritis symptoms.

Method. Husserlian phenomenological methodology was used and the data were

collected in 2007. Ten purposively selected adults who had suffered osteoarthritis

for at least a year kept daily diaries and made drawings, and follow-up interviews

and telephone conversations were conducted.

Findings. Seven themes were identified in the data: (1) Meditative-like stillness

and relaxation of thoughts; (2) Constant penetrating warmth throughout the

body; (3) Positive change in outlook; (4) Increased energy and interest in the

world; (5) Deeply relaxed state that progressed to a gradual shift in pain and

increased interest in others; (6) Increased suppleness within the body and (7)

More comfortable, flexible joint mobility. The essential experience of ginger

compresses exposed the unique qualities of heat, stimulation, anti-inflammation

and analgesia.

Conclusion. Nurses could consider this therapy as part of a holistic treatment for

people with osteoarthritis symptoms. Controlled research is needed with larger

numbers of older people to explore further the effects of the ginger compress

therapy.
 
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1346  
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Author Gibbison, B. url  openurl
  Title Are we there yet?: Factors associated with, and experiences of, weight maintenance in the Adult Weight Management Programme in the Waikato Type
  Year 2010 Publication Abbreviated Journal NZNO Library  
  Volume Issue Pages 132 pp  
  Keywords Weight loss; Obesity  
  Abstract (down) A research portfolio submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Nursing, the University of Auckland, 2010.

Sustained weight loss maintenance is a constant challenge, especially for morbidly obese individuals who have tried and failed repeatedly. Why is it then, that some individuals are successful whilst others are not so successful? This two-phase sequential, mixed methods study sought to identify and gain insight into the factors associated with successful weight loss maintenance for participants in an adult weight management programme in the Waikato. Success appeared to be independent of age, gender, ethnicity, domicile, employment status and the presence of co-morbities.

Four major themes emerged:

- “Actions speak louder than words – just do it” (Following a lower energy diet, having higher levels of physical activity, regular self weighing, and vigilance in adjusting their behaviours based on the results)

- Routines were also important in supporting the changed behaviours

- What's it worth to me

- Valuing the achievements associated with lesser weight was seen as another important factor of success
 
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1342  
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Author Hooker, M. openurl 
  Title Implementing the rheumatic fever guidelines: Identifying the challenges and crossing the theory practice divide Type
  Year 2010 Publication Abbreviated Journal NZNO Library  
  Volume Issue Pages 122 pp  
  Keywords Rheumatism; rheumatic fever  
  Abstract (down) A research portfolio submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, 2010.

Background:

The 2006 New Zealand (NZ) Guidelines for Rheumatic Fever (RHF) (National Heart Foundation of New Zealand and Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand, 2006) have an over-arching objective to support appropriate management of RHF to prevent recurrent attacks and reduce mortality and morbidity from RHF and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) (Craig, Anderson, & Jackson, 2008; National Heart Foundation of New Zealand and Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand, 2006).

Aims:

The aims of this study were to audit current practice and service provision associated with RHF programmes and initiatives in NZ District Health Boards (DHBs) against the 2006 NZ Guidelines for RHF and to identify the barriers and facilitators to clinicians meeting the guidelines.
 
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1349  
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