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Author |
Litchfield, M. |
Title |
Survey of child health care in primary schools in the Wellington area |
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Year |
1979 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
Author, New Zealand Nurses Association Library, We |
Volume |
75 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
18-20 |
Keywords |
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Abstract |
The study was undertaken as a project for the International Year of the Child. There was a need for information to identify what health care in needed in schools and to contribute to a review of the role of the nurses. Teachers and principals of all primary schools of the Wellington area were surveyed to describe the health care being provided and needed. Recommendations were made for school nurses who would support the health-related teaching by teachers, provide first aid and advice, and take an extended role for family health operating from a clinic in the school. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
388 |
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Author |
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. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 634 |
Serial |
620 |
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Author |
Manning, J. |
Title |
Building trust with families in neonatal intensive care units |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2006 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
12 |
Issue |
6 |
Pages |
18-20 |
Keywords |
Paediatric nursing; Neonatal nursing; Parents and caregivers; Communication |
Abstract |
Establishing a trusting relationship is a key therapeutic intervention for nurses working with families of hospitalised children. This article is an exploration of the definition of trust. Specifically, it considers how parents come to trust (or not) nurses in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) helps to reveal the meaning of parent-nurse trust and how this affects nursing practice. Understanding and meeting parental needs is important in developing and sustaining trust. The medical model of care often dominates in NICU. This is a deficit model that focuses on illness and treatment. However, the use of a nursing framework, such as developmentally supportive family centred care, focuses on recognising and building on the strengths of the family, by fostering trust to equip the family with the capacity to manage their infant's health care. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
976 |
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Author |
Evans-Murray, A. |
Title |
Meeting the needs of grieving relatives |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2004 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
10 |
Issue |
9 |
Pages |
18-20 |
Keywords |
Intensive care nursing; Grief; Communication |
Abstract |
This article examines the role of nurses working in intensive care units who may need to work with families as they face the death of a loved one. How the nurse communicates with relatives during these crucial hours prior to the death can have profound implications on their grief recovery. Universal needs for families in this situation have been identified in the literature, and include: hope; knowing that staff care about their loved one; and having honest information about their loved one's condition. A case study is used to illustrate key skills and techniques nurses can employ to help meet these universal needs. In the first stage of grief the bereaved is in shock and may feel a sense of numbness and denial. The bereaved may feel confused and will have difficulty concentrating and remembering instructions, and they may express strong emotions. Studies on families' needs show that honest answers to questions and information about their loved one are extremely important. It is often very difficult for the nurse to give honest information when the prognosis is poor. Good communication skills and techniques are discussed, in which hope is not offered at the expense of truthfulness, and the nurse facilitates the process of saying goodbye and expressing emotions. Practical techniques, such as including the family in basic care such as foot massaging and simple hygiene routines, may also be used to move the family from being bystanders to the impending death, to comforters. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1004 |
Serial |
988 |
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Author |
Tritschler, E.; Yarwood, J. |
Title |
Relating to families through their seasons of life: An indigenous practice model |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2007 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
13 |
Issue |
5 |
Pages |
18-3 |
Keywords |
Parents and caregivers; Nursing models; Nurse-family relations; Communication |
Abstract |
In this article the authors introduce an alternative way that nurses can be with families, using a relational process that can enhance nurses' responses when working with those transitioning to parenthood. Seasons of Life, a framework adapted from the Maori health model He Korowai Oranga, emerged from practice to offer a compassionate and encouraging stance, while at the same time respecting each family's realities and wishes. The model allows the exploration of the transition to parenthood within a wellness model, and takes a strengths-based approach to emotional distress. This approach provides a sense of “normality”, rather than of pathology, for the emotions experienced by new parents. The specific issues men may face are discussed, where despite recent culture change that allows men a more nurturing parental role, there is still no clear understanding of how men articulate their sense of pleasure or distress at this time. Practitioners are encouraged to examine their own assumptions, values and beliefs, and utilise tools such as reflective listening, respect, insight and understanding. The most significant aspect of relationship between nurse and parents is not the outcome, but how nurses engage with families. Examples from practice will demonstrate some of the differing ways this relational process framework has been effective. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1007 |
Serial |
991 |
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Author |
Flint, V. |
Title |
The place of ECT in mental health care |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
11 |
Issue |
9 |
Pages |
18-20 |
Keywords |
Psychiatric Nursing; Trauma; Mental health |
Abstract |
The author reviews the controversial treatment of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) which has re-emerged as a safe and effective treatment for major depressive disorders. She first addresses the popular conceptions of ECT, which are based on early misuse of the treatment when it was delivered unmodified, or forcefully and without anaesthetic. She then uses a case study to illustrate the benefits of ECT for catatonia and catatonic states. Diagnostic criteria for catatonia include motoric immobility, excessive motor activity, extreme negativism or mutism, peculiarities of voluntary movement, and echolalia or echopraxia. The treatment of a patient is detailed, and the role of the ECT nurse is outlined. The ECT nurse is a co-ordinator, an educator, liaises with other services and families, and is a point of contact about ECT within the mental health service generally and in the ECT unit in particular. The case study showed successful use of ECT. A series of eight ECT treatments were administered to the catatonic patient, after which he was discharged home with minor depression and showing signs of enjoying life once again. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1011 |
Serial |
995 |
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Author |
Russell, D. |
Title |
Changing public health nursing practice |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
1999 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
5 |
Issue |
11 |
Pages |
18-19 |
Keywords |
Public health; Community health nursing; Nursing models; Teamwork |
Abstract |
A new approach to public health nursing in the Otago region is described, which comprises of 3 distinct groups of nurses working in early childhood centres, primary schools and high schools. A family nursing assessment approach is used. The philosophical underpinnings of this approach are examined, which seeks to empower patients and engage them in their health care. Two public health nurses are interviewed about the new partnership model of nursing. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1041 |
Serial |
1025 |
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Author |
McKenna, B.; Poole, S. |
Title |
Debating forensic mental health nursing [corrected] |
Type |
Miscellaneous |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
6 |
Pages |
18-20 |
Keywords |
Psychiatric Nursing; Law and legislation; Cross-cultural comparison; History of nursing |
Abstract |
Forensic mental health nursing roles have developed along different lines in the United States and the United Kingdom. The authors suggest that New Zealand nurses consider the evolution of such roles here. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1043 |
Serial |
1027 |
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Author |
Clunie, S. |
Title |
The current trend and importance of postgraduate education for nurses |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2006 |
Publication |
Nursing Journal Northland Polytechnic |
Abbreviated Journal |
coda, An Institutional Repository for the New Zealand ITP Sector |
Volume |
10 |
Issue |
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Pages |
18-23 |
Keywords |
Nursing; Education; Professional development; Leadership; Policy |
Abstract |
The purpose of this essay is to examine why postgraduate education has become so important, to examine some of the issues around mandatory continuing education and the practical effect of this on a nursing career. Four strategies from the Ministry of Health, designed to facilitate changing nurse education, are discussed. The importance of Professional Development Recognition programmes is discussed along with the need for strong nursing leadership. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1207 |
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Author |
Richardson, M.; Vernon, R.A.; Jacobs, S. |
Title |
Implementing health assessment into the undergraduate nursing curriculum |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
Available online from Eastern Institute of Technology |
Volume |
13 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
18-21 |
Keywords |
Nursing; Education; Curriculum |
Abstract |
This article explores historical, philosophical and theoretical perspectives of health assessment, and discusses one institution's experiences developing and implementing undergraduate health assessment courses. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1306 |
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Author |
Adams, J |
Title |
Life Experience for an Adolescent with Type 1 Diabetes: Nursing Strategies to Support a Healthy Lifestyle |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
Available through NZNO library |
Volume |
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Issue |
19 |
Pages |
18-26 |
Keywords |
Diabetes Mellitus Type 1; Psychosocial Factors -- In Adolescence; Diabetic Patients- Life Experiences; Nursing Role |
Abstract |
This article explores the impact a chronic illness has on an adolescent patient, their family, and social, work, cultural and spiritual aspects of their life. The discussion will focus on the patient's healthcare experience and the nursing strategies undertaken to help maintain her optimum health. The personal information used in this article was gathered from an interview with the patient during a second-year undergraduate nursing student clinical learning experience. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1381 |
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Author |
Clendon, Jill (and others) |
Title |
Nurse perceptions of the diabetes Get Checked Programme |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2013 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
29 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
18-30 |
Keywords |
Diabetes; Primary health care |
Abstract |
Ascertains the impact of the programme on the practice of nurses and identifies factors that contributed to the success or failure of the programme in their workplaces. Performs an observational study by means of an online survey and descriptively analyses the responses from the 748 respondents. Elicits nurses' suggestions for future improved management and outcomes for people with diabetes. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1486 |
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Author |
Foxall, Donna |
Title |
Barriers in education of indigenous nursing students : a literature review |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2013 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
29 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
18-30 |
Keywords |
Recruitment; Retention; Nurse education; Cultural safety; Maori |
Abstract |
Reports the findings of a review of the literature that sought to identify key barriers for indigenous tertiary nursing students in NZ. Reveals the barriers to recruitment and retention of nursing students, and strategies to overcome them. Stresses the need for partnerships between academic institutes and indigenous communities to ensure the provision of a culturally-safe environment for Maori nursing students. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1487 |
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Author |
Lim, Anecita Gigi; North, Nicola; Shaw, John |
Title |
Nurse prescribing : the New Zealand context |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2014 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
30 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
18-27 |
Keywords |
Nurse prescribing; Authorised prescribing; Nurse practitioner; Patient safety; Prescribing education |
Abstract |
Examines the introduction of nurse prescribing in NZ with respect to the level of knowledge and skills required of practitioners for safe prescribing. Compares experiences in NZ with those in the US, UK, and Canada. Critiques the higher educational model as the standard for preparation to prescribe, while supporting alternative models for extending prescribing rights. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1493 |
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Author |
Adams, Sue; Carryer, Jenny; Wilkinson, Jillian Ann |
Title |
Institutional ethnography : an emerging approach for health and nursing research |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2015 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
31 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
18-26 |
Keywords |
Institutional ethnography; Ruling relations; Nurse practitioners; Health research; Sociological inquiry |
Abstract |
Introduces institutional ethnography as an approach to sociological inquiry for health and nursing research in NZ. Provides an overview, introducing key concepts, and describing how institutional ethnography is used in research on the establishment of nurse practitioners and their services in rural primary health care. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1499 |
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