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Hughes, F.; Farrow, T. |
| Title |
Caring for obese patients in a culturally safe way |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2007 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
13 |
Issue |
4 |
Pages |
14-16 |
| Keywords |
Nursing models; Obesity; Cultural safety |
Abstract  |
The authors review the contemporary notion of obesity and suggest that the nursing approach, with an emphasis on treatment, are shaped by a culture located within “western” views of ideal body shape. The biomedical framework regards obesity as disease and obese people as the cause of their own health problems. The authors note varying cultural interpretations of obesity, and suggest that by viewing obesity as a disease, the cultural, social or economic determinants of obesity are not acknowledged. Nursing needs to broaden the concept of the categories of difference to respond in a culturally safe way to obesity. Cultural safety asks that nurses care for people “regardful” of difference. This means nurses must reflect on the care given, so that the biomedical model is not just replicated. Nurse-led clinics offer an opportunity for practices based on nursing values of care and cultural safety. Such clinics are based on nursing's social model of health, rather than a biomedical, disease-focused model. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 994 |
Serial |
978 |
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McKenna, B.; O'Brien, A.J.; Dal Din, A.; Them, K. |
| Title |
Responsible clinician role offers opportunities for nurses |
Type |
Journal Article |
| Year |
2006 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
12 |
Issue |
11 |
Pages |
12-14 |
| Keywords |
Psychiatric Nursing; Advanced nursing practice; Law and legislation; Mental health |
| Abstract |
The authors report on a recent study investigating the statutory role of responsible clinician. Statutory roles under mental health legislation offer mental health nurses a means of having advanced practice skills recognised, as well as contributing to improved access to services. There is a proliferation of roles intended to develop nursing readership, but in most cases they are not primarily clinical roles. The concept of “advanced practice” has become a means of developing clinical leadership roles in nursing. Research on responsible clinician role is presented along with the results of a survey of the 11 Registered Nurses practicing as responsible clinicians, five senior nurses from each of the 21 district health boards, and the Auckland Regional Forensic Psychiatry Services (n = 121). Respondents were asked whether the responsible clinician role was a legitimate one for nurses and whether they were motivated to attain or maintain that role. They were also asked which competencies for the role they believed they met, their perceptions of credentialing processes and the educational requirements needed to achieve the role. A clear majority of the respondents felt the role of the responsible clinician was a legitimate advanced practice role for mental health nurses. Despite this, some respondents expressed ambivalence about taking on the role. The research highlighted deficits in knowledge and skills that could become a focus of education for advanced practitioners seeking appointment as responsible clinicians. Deficits included some assessment skills, knowledge of a range of interventions and knowledge of other legislation affecting mental health legislation. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
992 |
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Carryer, J.B.; Budge, C.; Russell, A. |
| Title |
Measuring perceptions of the Clinical Career Pathway in a New Zealand hospital |
Type |
Journal Article |
| Year |
2002 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
18 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
18-29 |
| Keywords |
Professional development; Careers in nursing; Nursing; Hospitals |
| Abstract |
The authors outline the Clinical Career Pathways (CCPs) for nurses, which were first established in New Zealand during the late 1980s. This paper introduces a new instrument, the Clinical Career Pathway Evaluation Tool (CCPET) designed to assess nurses' and midwives' knowledge of and attitudes towards their Clinical Career Pathway. The 51 item instrument takes the form of a self-report questionnaire. The development of the CCPET is described and results from an initial application of the instrument with 239 nurses and midwives in a New Zealand hospital are presented. Results indicate that knowledge levels were moderate in this sample and were correlated with both positive and negative attitudes. Results of t-test comparisons indicated that, on average, the group who had already completed a CCP portfolio had greater knowledge and more positive attitudes than the group who had not. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 634 |
Serial |
620 |
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McDonald, S.; Willis, G.; Fourie, W.; Hedgecock, B. |
| Title |
Graduate nurses and their experience of postgraduate education within a Graduate Nurse programme |
Type |
Report |
| Year |
2007 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
Copies can be obtained from The Department of Nursing and Health Studies, Manukau Institute of Techn |
| Volume |
(Monograph Series 2/2007) |
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Pages |
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| Keywords |
Nursing; Education; New graduate nurses; Teaching methods; Students |
| Abstract |
The authors note that the literature identifies that the transition from tertiary based training to the realities of industry expectations can be a stressful period for graduates. Various District Health Boards offer postgraduate papers within their graduate nursing programmes, resulting in graduates being expected to perform the role of a beginning practitioner as well as embark on postgraduate education during this first year. As yet, the authors note, there is little evidence available to substantiate the efficacy and impact of such papers. The purpose of this study was to explore graduate nurse's experience of postgraduate education within the Graduate Nurse Programme. The report contains the results of a survey of nurses within the Programme. This report details the results of that survey and make recommendations for consideration. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
911 |
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Lyford, S.; Cook, P. |
| Title |
The Whanaungatanga model of care |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2005 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
21 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
26-36 |
| Keywords |
Maori; Hospitals; Nursing models |
| Abstract |
The authors introduce the Kaupapa nursing service at Te Puna Hauora, Tauranga Hospital. It implements an indigenous health model, the Whanaungatanga Model of Care, to guide nursing practice. This paper describes the concept of care it applies to serving its Maori population and the role of the Kaiawhina Social Worker. The authors highlights the interface between primary and secondary care after patients are discharged. The authors address the shortfall of Maori practitioners in the nursing service and the aims of a year-long pre-entry Kaupapa Health Professional Programme. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
538 |
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Horsburgh, M.; Goodyear-Smith, F.; Yallop, J. |
| Title |
Nursing initiatives in primary care: An approach to risk reduction for cardiovascular disease and diabetes |
Type |
Journal Article |
| Year |
2008 |
Publication |
New Zealand Family Physician |
Abbreviated Journal |
The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners website |
| Volume |
35 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
176-182 |
| Keywords |
Cardiovascular diseases; Diabetes Type 2; Risk factors; Nursing models |
| Abstract |
The authors evaluated a nurse-led cardiovascular disease and diabetes (CVD) management project. The Ministry of Health funded the project to implement models of nurse service delivery, with care pathways for risk reduction of CVD and diabetes based on national guidelines, with quality assurance, audit and nurse leadership. The paper presents the components required to implement and sustain a nurse CVD risk assessment and management service, which were identified and clarified through the action research process. |
| Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 527 |
Serial |
513 |
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| Author |
Milligan, K.; Neville, S.J. |
| Title |
The contextualisation of health assessment |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2003 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
19 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
23-31 |
| Keywords |
Cross-cultural comparison; Evaluation; Nursing |
| Abstract |
The authors defines health assessment and argue that it is a tool nurses should be using as a means of improving health outcomes for clients. The skills involved in health assessments are analysed, and four levels of data gathering are identified. The authors present an historical perspective, tracing the development of these skills as they have been incorporated in nursing practice in North America and Australia. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1095 |
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Haywood, B. |
| Title |
Pre-employment health screening: Is it useful? |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2003 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
Available online from the Eastern Institute of Technology |
| Volume |
11 |
Issue |
17 |
Pages |
10-14 |
| Keywords |
Occupational health and safety; Nursing specialties |
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The author, an occupational health nurse, examines rationale for and effectiveness of the pre-employment assessment, which has become an accepted practice. Reasons for doing assessments include the reduction of risk to the employer from lower accident rates and absenteeism, compliance with legislative requirements and the provision of baseline health measures for general health surveillance. The costs of the screening process, along with the benefits are weighed up, in conjunction with international research in the area. The author found little research on the process in New Zealand. The opportunity for primary health care and health promotion practice as an aspect of this screening is highlighted as an important, though underestimated, benefit. Regular auditing is recommended to ensure that the outcomes of the process meet the criteria required. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1299 |
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| Author |
Johnstone, C. |
| Title |
Linking diet and respiratory distress |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
7 |
Issue |
5 |
Pages |
22-23 |
| Keywords |
Diet; Chronic diseases; District nursing |
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The author, a district nurse, describes the experiences of a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease requiring long-term oxygen therapy and characterised as a carbon dioxide retainer whose overall health was improved by a carbohydrate restricted diet. The literature on carbohydrate intake and respiratory disease is briefly reviewed. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1011 |
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| Author |
Morrison, M. |
| Title |
Posthuman pathology: A postmodern art project located in critical care |
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| Year |
2003 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University of Wellington Library |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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| Keywords |
Intensive care nursing; Nursing philosophy; Culture; Technology |
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The author's art project “Posthuman Pathology” is a postmodern examination of the resolutely modernist culture of critical care medicine. She uses conceptual art practices in conjunction with the techniques of anti-aesthetics in order to dismantle, open out and critique ideas which are foundational to the culture of critical care. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 580 |
Serial |
566 |
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Narbey, N. |
| Title |
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy in psychosis: Relevance to mental health nurses |
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2001 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
ResearchArchive@Victoria |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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Psychiatric Nursing; Psychology; Evidence-based medicine |
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The author uses his personal and professional experience to explore the application of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in caring for people who experience psychosis. Psychosis can be a life-threatening illness; about one in ten young men with psychosis will take their own lives. Much of the progress in treatment has been predicated on a biological explanation of psychosis. The late 1990s have seen increasing interest in psychological approaches in the treatment of psychosis; not withstanding that this treatment does not work for all people. The first aim of this research report is to develop understanding about Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, through exploration of its origins and examining the theoretical basis and reviewing the evidence that may support its use. The second aim is to explore the evidence around mental health nurses' training and use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, by critically examining some of the major UK and Australian reports. The author considers that Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is theoretically and pragmatically compatible with contemporary nursing practice, and will have increasing prominence for New Zealand mental health nurses. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1187 |
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| Author |
Spence, D. |
| Title |
The evolving meaning of 'culture' in New Zealand nursing |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
17 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
51-61 |
| Keywords |
Cultural safety; Biculturalism; History of nursing; Maori |
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The author traces the nursing definition of biculturalism as it has evolved from the colonial period to the present. An examination of nursing literature demonstrates that local understandings of culture have matured beyond anthropological interpretations to a sociopolitical definition of Maori culture. The author suggests that, in nursing, culture has come to mean cultural safety. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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625 |
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| Author |
Ross, J. |
| Title |
Perspectives on developing the advanced role of rural nursing in New Zealand |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Health Manager |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
8 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
19-21 |
| Keywords |
Rural nursing; Advanced nursing practice; School nursing; Professional competence |
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The author traces the development of rural nursing, which began as an assistant role for general practitioners, to the present role which incorporates advanced nursing practice. She reports the results of two surveys of nurses' roles and skills, from 1996 and 1999-2000. Specific rural competencies are identified, in managing isolation, professionalism in a small community, nurse/patient relationships in a small community, and independence. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1313 |
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1297 |
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| Author |
Roulston, E. |
| Title |
Storytelling: The story of my advancing rural nursing journey |
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| Year |
2006 |
Publication |
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Otago Polytechnic library. A copy can be obtained by contacting pgnursadmin@tekotago.ac.nz |
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Pages |
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| Keywords |
Rural nursing |
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The author tells a story to describe her advancing practice as a registered nurse practising in the rural context. Storytelling is a way to add to the growing knowledge of rural nursing practice in New Zealand. By sharing her rural nursing story through a storytelling framework, she suggests that other nurses may be in a position to utilise this framework and tell their own stories. She has adapted a formalised storytelling framework from McDrury and Alterio (2002). Concepts of the storytelling framework, including reflection, critical reflection and critiquing, can lead to new knowledge and understanding of nursing practice. Past experience is a component of this framework as are the concepts of surface and deep learning. In this way, nursing practice can be deconstructed then reconstructed for new knowledge to be obtained. The innermost thoughts and feelings of the nurse are an integral part of this whole process and need to be acknowledged. The author wanted to answer questions she asked of herself, namely, “how do I practise and how can I improve my practice for the benefit of my patients?” The rural context is expanded upon in her nursing story as this is where she practises as a registered nurse. Her various nursing roles, including advanced practice as a district nurse and rural nurse specialist, are described in depth as are the two areas where she has lived and worked as a rural nurse. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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737 |
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| Author |
Roulston, E. |
| Title |
Storytelling: The story of my advancing rural nursing journey |
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Book Chapter |
| Year |
2008 |
Publication |
Jean Ross (Ed.), Rural nursing: Aspects of practice (pp. 57-65) |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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| Keywords |
Rural nursing; Nursing philosophy; Scope of practice |
| Abstract |
The author takes a storytelling approach to describe her advancing practice as a registered nurse in a rural context. She adapted a theoretical 'reflective learning through storytelling' framework, from McDrury and Alterio (2002). The framework includes the concepts of reflection, learning, knowledge and experience which is related to professional practice and one's self. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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751 |
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