| Records |
| Author |
McCormick, Glen; Thompson, Sean R |
| Title |
Provision of palliative and end-of-life care by paramedics in New Zealand communities: a review of international practice and the New Zealand context |
Type |
Journal Article |
| Year |
2019 |
Publication  |
Whitireia Journal of Nursing, Health and Social Services |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
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Issue |
26 |
Pages |
51-57 |
| Keywords |
End-of-life (EOL) care; Palliative care; Paramedic; Emergency services |
| Abstract |
Reviews the international literature on paramedic preparedness to provide palliative and EOL care in in the community, and applies it to the NZ context. Finds that paramedics would like improved education and better integration with traditional care providers, encompassing patients, family, whanau and carers. and that they stress the psychological, spiritual and cultural needs of their patients. |
| Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1634 |
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| Author |
Smit, Charmaine |
| Title |
Making self-care a priority |
Type |
Journal Article |
| Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
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Issue |
24 |
Pages |
29-35 |
| Keywords |
Self-care; Compassion fatigue; Burn-out; Compassion; Palliative care |
| Abstract |
Highlights the importance of prioritising self-care for palliative care nurses whose prolonged exposure to work-related stress may result in burn-out. Recommends a self-care plan that addresses individual strengths and challenges, including physical, emotional, cognitive, relational and spiritual. Suggests the use of self-care strategies, such as the identification of professional and personal strengths, and the application of mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques to improve self-awareness. |
| Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1548 |
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