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Author |
Lim, Gigi; Roberts, Kenzie; Marshall, Dianne; Honey, Michelle |
Title |
Factors that influence registered nurse prescribers' antibiotic prescribing practices |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2020 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand |
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Volume |
36 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
42-50 |
Keywords |
Registered nurses; Nurse prescribing; Antibiotics; Antimicrobial resistance |
Abstract |
Investigates the attitudes of RN prescribers towards prescribing antibiotics, in the context of increasing antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Focuses on six nurse prescribers in primary health and specialty teams, who are permitted to prescribe antibiotics, asking about their clinical assessments of patients and safety considerations of prescribed antibiotics. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1675 |
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Author |
Lienert-Brown, Melanie Faye |
Title |
Exploring undergraduate nursing students' experiences of their first clinical placement in an acute adult mental health inpatient service |
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Book Whole |
Year |
2013 |
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Issue |
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Pages |
124 p. |
Keywords |
Undergraduate nursing students; Clinical learning; Mental health nursing |
Abstract |
Seeks to develop a better understanding of the undergraduate nursing students' experience of their clinical placement in mental health, and to identify the influences on student learning in an acute adult mental health service. Enrols a cohort of 13 nursing students to analyse their lived experiences through their written reflections on practice, which offered important insights into the students' experience of their first mental health clinical placement. Identifies six themes by means of thematic analysis. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1567 |
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Author |
Lesa, Raewyn |
Title |
The contribution of simulation in the development of clinical judgement: Students' perspectives |
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Book Whole |
Year |
2019 |
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Issue |
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Pages |
181 p. |
Keywords |
Simulation; Clinical judgement; Nursing students; Pre-registration; Surveys |
Abstract |
Conducts an exploratory case study investigating the experiences of third-year undergraduate nursing students in simulations, collecting stories about their experiences in the clinical environment, and highlighting the potential use of simulation as an alternate learning environment to foster the development of clinical judgement in nursing students. Considers two research questions: how do nursing students experience simulation as an environment for learning, and how do nursing students' learning experiences in simulation and clinical practice influence their development of clinical judgement skills? Conducts one-to-one interviews and observes simulations in the course of an exploratory case study. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1652 |
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Author |
Lesa, Raewyn |
Title |
Personal experience of using a case study for a doctorate |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2019 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
10 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
68-70 |
Keywords |
Nursing students; Simulation; Case study; Research methodology |
Abstract |
Draws on personal experience us using a case study for doctoral research. Presents practical insights into the process of designing a credible research case study based on the author's research into the experiences of third-year nursing students in simulation and clinical practice. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1629 |
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Author |
Ledesma-Libre, Krizia |
Title |
Factors influencing nurses' choice to work in mental health services for older people |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2019 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
10 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
61-62 |
Keywords |
Aged care; Mental health nursing; Motivation; Recruitment and retention |
Abstract |
Explores what influences nurses to work in mental health services for older people (MHSOP)and what factors encourage those who did not choose this area of nursing, to continue in MHSOP. Includes nurses' positive and negative perceptions of MHSOP. Collects data via focus group discussions with 30 mental health nurses. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1627 |
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Author |
Lally, Elsa |
Title |
Symbiotic relationships in patients' engagements with practice nurses |
Type |
Book Whole |
Year |
2014 |
Publication |
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Issue |
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Pages |
262 p. |
Keywords |
Practice nurses; Patients; Symbiotic relationships; Primary health care; Surveys |
Abstract |
Records from patient perspectives the nature of the engagements patients have with practice nurses which influence patients' health and well-being. Posits this mutually-beneficial close association as a form of symbiosis. Surveys 15 patients from seven rural and urban general practices in NZ about aspects of the participants' relationships and engagements with nurses, analysing the results using Narrative Inquiry methodology. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1699 |
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Author |
Lala, Anita Carol |
Title |
Variability in neonatal gentamicin administration influencing drug delivery kinetics |
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Book Whole |
Year |
2016 |
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Pages |
109 p. |
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Drugs; Drug delivery; Neonates; Neonatal nurses; Neonatal Intensive Care Units; Surveys |
Abstract |
Distributes a self-administered questionnaire to Dunedin Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nurses to investigate: the site of administration, comparing peripheral intravenous line (PIV) or umbilical venous catheter (UVC); and which dose of gentamicin would be used in two clinical scenarios describing babies of 24 and 32-weeks' gestation. Simulates gentamycin delivery and notes clinical variability. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1574 |
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Author |
Laidlaw, Rebecca; Mercer, Christine |
Title |
Nurse practitioners: does home visiting improve outcomes for people living with long-term conditions |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2022 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
13 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
39-41 |
Keywords |
Nurse practitioners; Long-term conditions; Home visiting |
Abstract |
Explores the potential for nurse practitioners (NP) in NZ to visit people diagnosed with chronic condiitons at home. Evaluates whether home-visiting NPs could provide primary care in place of GPs. Conducts a review of research comprising three themes: reduced barriers to care, improved health outcomes, and role clarity for NPs. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1820 |
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Author |
Kussmaul, Joerg |
Title |
An investigation of occupational health and safety workplaces and working conditions in comparison to nursing care quality in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) in New Zealand |
Type |
Book Whole |
Year |
2020 |
Publication |
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Volume |
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Issue |
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Pages |
270 p. |
Keywords |
Residential Aged Care Facilities; Ocuupational health and safety; Working conditions; InterRAI; Clinical Assessment Protocols Job stress; Registered nurses; Enrolled nurses; Healthcare assistants |
Abstract |
Identifies critical factors related to the occupational health and safety of workplaces and working conditions in residential aged-care facilities (RACF), from the perspective of nursing staff. Correlates quality indicators for occupational health and safety for workplaces and in working conditions with nursing care quality based on the InterRAI Clinical Assessment Protocols (CAP). Uses a mixed-method approach to conduct an audit of workplace health and safety and environmental conditions in 17 RACFs. Surveys 398 registered nurses (RN), enrolled nurses (EN), and Healthcare Assistants (HCA) about the mental and physical stressors in their work. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1655 |
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Author |
Kumari, Poonam; Ritchie, Stephen; Thomas, Mark; Jull, Andrew |
Title |
Patient experience of care delivered by an outpatient intravenous antibiotic service |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2018 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
9 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
18-26 |
Keywords |
Outpatient parenteral antibiotics (OPIVA); Outpatient antibiotic therapy (OPAT); Hospital in the home (HITH); Peripherally-inserted central catheter (PICC); PICC line; Elastomeric pump; Patient experience |
Abstract |
Surveys patients' experience of the care provided by the outpatient intravenous antibiotic (OPIVA) service at Auckland City Hospital. Invites 101 patients to participate, of whom 75 completed the questionnaire. Asks about communication with the OPIVA nurses and doctors, the information provided about the service, the training for it and the convenience of attending the OPIVA clinic. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1596 |
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Author |
Krisjanous, Jayne & Wood, Pamela |
Title |
“For quiet nerves and steady poise”: A historical analysis of advertising to New Zealand nurses in the Kai Tiaki Journal 1908-1929 |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2020 |
Publication |
Journal of Historical Research in Marketing |
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Volume |
12 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
19-52 |
Keywords |
Advertising; Kai Tiaki |
Abstract |
Examines advertising placed within 'Kai Tiaki: The Journal of Nurses of New Zealand' during its first 20 years, when nursing was emerging as an organised and professionalised body of health-care workers. Derives five main themes from undertaking qualitative content analysis. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1701 |
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Author |
Komene, Ebony; Sami, Lisa; Wiapo, Coral; Davis, Josephine; Adams, Sue |
Title |
Whakaropu: an exemplar fostering professional development and cultural growth with a collective grouping of Maori and Pacific nurses |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2023 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
39 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
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Keywords |
Enrolled nurses; Maori nurses; Pacific nurses; Whakaropu; Professional development; Surveys |
Abstract |
Reports on the experiences of five Maori and two Pacific nurses, and three senior indigenous nurse leaders, of being involved in a whakaropu (collective grouping) to attend and present at the National Enrolled Nurse Conference. Conducts face-to-face and online interviews with the members of the group to determine the value of the innovation to foster learning experiences for Maori and Pacific nurses. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1860 |
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Author |
Komene, Ebony; Adams, Sue; Clark, Terryann |
Title |
Korero mai: A Kaupapa Maori study exploring the experiences of whanau Maori caring for tamariki with atopic dermatitis |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2022 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
38 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
12-22 |
Keywords |
Kaupapa Maori research methodology; Atopic dermatitis; Maori children; Matauranga Maori; Surveys |
Abstract |
Explores the experiences of Maori parents caring for their children with atopic dermatitis. Conducts face-to-face interviews to uncover the experiences of 6 families dealing with the condition. Identifies five common themes, highlighting the importance of matauranga Maori to the families in supporting their children. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1805 |
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Author |
Kerr, Christine |
Title |
The key components of cancer nurse coordination: an integrative review |
Type |
Book Chapter |
Year |
2016 |
Publication |
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Volume |
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Issue |
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Pages |
115 p. |
Keywords |
Cancer nurses; Nurse specialists; Nurse coordination |
Abstract |
Backgrounds the creation of the Cancer Nurse Coordinator (CNC) role in NZ. Identifies common key components associated with care-coordination services for cancer patients provided by nurses, and compares these with the NZ Cancer Nurse Coordinator Initiative (CNCI), which was launched in 2013. Undertakes an integrative review of international literature to examine the topic, focusing on the care given to the patient, interactions with health professionals and the system surrounding the patient, and the characteristics surrounding the role of the nurse. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1557 |
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Author |
Kennedy, Wendy Lynette |
Title |
How do Registered Nurses utilise self assessment and performance appraisal to inform their professional practice? |
Type |
Book Whole |
Year |
2008 |
Publication |
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Volume |
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Issue |
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Pages |
97 p. |
Keywords |
Registered Nurses; Self-assessment; Performance appraisal; Surveys |
Abstract |
Describes an exploratory study of Registered Nurses (RNs) within a local District Health Board which pursued the question of 'if' and 'how' professional practice frameworks assisted nurses in their individual professional practice, specifically self-assessment and performance appraisal. Utilises a qualitative descriptive framework to explore the experiences of RNs in inpatient settings, via questionnaire. Identifies 8 themes related to self-assessment, performance appraisal, and professional practice. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1703 |
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