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Author Hendry, Chris; Prileszky, Gail
Title A usability study: an e-medication dispenser as part of a home-based medication management programme Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 23-30
Keywords Usability study; E-medication dispenser; Medication management; District nursing
Abstract Investigates the logistics and acceptability of an electronic medication dispenser (EMD) within a home-based medication management service as a substitute for face-to-face home visiting, as a means of reminding elderly clients to take their medication on time. Uses a qualitative usability study methodology to conduct the study, centred on a small group of clients receiving the service from a small group of clients receiving the service from a community nursing organisation in Christchurch. Involves patients, pharmacists, nurses and managers of the community nursing service. Identifies critical processes and protocols required to safely support a wider roll-out of the product within the service.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1539
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Author Vick, Margaret; Dannenfeldt Gudrun; Shaw, Bill
Title Do students training to be health-care workers have compassionate attributes? Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 16-22
Keywords Compassion; Health care students; Surveys; Measurements
Abstract Measures the extent to which health-care students began their training with compassionate attributes. Defines compassion as an awareness of others and a desire to help, using a non-judgmental approach. Highlights the significance of compassion in health care. Provides a self-administered 'compassion to others' psychometric scale to measure compassionate attributes to 146 students enrolled in the first semester of nursing, midwifery and social work at the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec). Analyses data using the SPSS and ANOVA for descriptive statistics and predictive information.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1538
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Author Briscoe, Jeannette; Mackay, Bev; Harding, Thomas
Title Does simulation add value to clinical practice: undergraduate student nurses' perspective Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 10-15
Keywords Simulation; Student nurses; Clinical practice; Nursing education
Abstract Evaluates whether simulation helps to prepare student nurses for clinical practice. Conducts a research project to establish if the use of simulation in nursing education provides added value to the clinical experience of students. Uses a qualitative, descriptive approach as the methodology to interview a voluntary purposeful sample of nursing students enrolled across the BN programme. Aministers focus group interviews with 10 nursing students from semester two through to final semester, year three.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1537
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Author Jamieson, Isabel; Sims, Deborah; Casey, Michelle; Wilkinson, Katie; Osborne, Rachel
Title Utilising the Canterbury Dedicated Education Unit model of teaching Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 33 Issue 2 Pages 29-39
Keywords Dedicated Education Units; Graduate nurses; Recruitment and retention; Student support
Abstract Considers whether the Canterbury Dedicated Education Unit model of clinical teaching and learning can support graduate registered nurses in their first year of practice. Uses a descriptive exploratory case-study approach to gather data via three focus groups with a total of eleven participants. Undertakes thematic analysis to identify patterned meaning across the dataset from which two primary themes emerge: support, and recruitment and retention. Identifies five associated sub-themes: peer support, organisational support, liaison nurse support, team support for the graduate registered nurses, and team support for the staff. Reveals the significant contribution made by the Nurse Entry-to-Practice Programme Liaison Nurse as a conflict broker.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1535
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Author Hendry, Chris; Ogden, Emma
Title Hydration in aged residential care: a practical audit process Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 41-45
Keywords Hydration; Aged residential care; Dehydration in the elderly
Abstract Presents the findings of an audit of 34 hospital-level aged-residential-care clients' hydration over a 24-hour period. Describes the audit, undertaken by health-care assistants, and the strategies implemented to meet daily fluid requirements.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1530
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Author Gesmundo, Monina
Title Enhancing nurses' knowledge on [of] catheter-associated urinary tract infecion (CAUTI) prevention Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 2016
Keywords Catheter-associated urinary tract infection; Indwelling catheter care; CAUTI
Abstract Evaluates the impact of a catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) education package on nurses' knowledge of indwelling catheter management. Utilises a multi-phased mixed-method approach, with convenience sampling and focus groups at two post-operative wards of a tertiary public hospital in 2014. Formulates an evidence-based education package with multi-faceted teaching methods to address knowledge or care deficits.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1529
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Author Hendry, Chris; Ogden, Emma
Title Consumers at the heart of care: developing a nurse-led community-based infusion service Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 27-31
Keywords IV therapy; Nurse-led clinics; Community care; District nursing; Infusion clinic; Intermediary care; Disaster recovery
Abstract Shares findings from an evaluation of a community-based, nurse-led intravenous (IV) therapy clinic in Christchurch, NZ. Backgrounds the establishment of the clinic in the Nurse Maude community specialty nursing centre following the 2011 Canterbury earthquakes. Describes the mixed-methods approach to the evaluation, including analysis of financial and service activity data, and qualitative feedback from consumers, referrers and staff. Provides recommendations about continuation of the service.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1528
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Author Walker, Leonie; Clendon, Jill; Cheung, Vivian
Title Family responsibilities of Asian nurses in New Zealand: implications for retention Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 4-10
Keywords Asian nurses; Family caregiving; Workforce retention
Abstract Explores the care-giving responsibilities of Asian NZNO member nurses for both children and elders, and the impact of these on their work, their nursing careers and their intention to remain as nurses in NZ. Takes a mixed-method approach using a group interview of 25 nurses and a survey of 562 nurses. Highlights impacts on nurses, revealing variable access to support, with implications for continuing education, career advancement and retention.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1525
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Author Yeung, Polly; Rodgers, Vivien
Title Quality of long-term care for older people in residential settings -- perceptions of quality of life and care satisfaction from residents and their family members Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 33 Issue 1 Pages 28-43
Keywords Resident-centred approach; Ageing; Care homes; Residential aged care; Quality of life; Care satisfaction
Abstract Explores long-term care-home residents’ quality of life and their family's satisfaction with the care provided. Uses descriptive and correlational analyses, collecting secondary data from 39 residents of two long-term care facilities with a resident-directed care approach. Asks residents to complete a survey of quality-of-life and overall satisfaction measures, and asks 31 of their family members to complete a survey on care satisfaction provided by the facilities. Presents a number of practical considerations for nursing care staff to improve residents' quality of life and staff-family relationships.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1524
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Author Yarwood, Judy; Richardson, Anna; Watson, Paul
Title Public health nurses' endeavours with families using the 15-minute interview Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 32 Issue 3 Pages 20-30
Keywords 15-minute family interview; Public health nursing, Families, Ecomap, Genogram, Ecogram, Relational practice
Abstract Explores 16 public health nurses'(PHN) knowledge and use of the five components of the 15-minute interview: manners, therapeutic questions, therapeutic conversations, commendations, and the genogram and ecomap. Employs a qualitative, collaborative, educative study to conduct focus groups for gathering data in pre-and post-intervention phases with PHNs who used either a genogram or eco-map in practice over a three-month period during the intervention phase.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1522
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Author Gillmour, Jean; Huntington, Annette; Robson, Bridget
Title Oral Health Experiences of Maori with Dementia and Whanau perspectives – Oranga Waha Mo Nga Iwi Katoa Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 32 Issue 1 Pages 20-27
Keywords Maori; Whanau/family; Nursing; Oral health
Abstract Reports a study of the oral health experiences and needs of Maori with dementia, and their whanau. Uses a descriptive qualitative research design to develop an in-depth understanding of oral health issues from the perspective of the people being interviewed. Talks to 17 whanau members and describes the four themes that emerge from the interviews. Suggests service improvements.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1514
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Author Duthie, Andrew; Roy, Dianne E; Niven, Elizabeth
Title Duty of care following stroke: family experiences in the first six months Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue 3 Pages 7-16
Keywords Stroke; Family; Caregivers
Abstract Uses hermeneutic phenomenology to examine how stroke affects the survivor’s wider

family. Investigates the experience of becoming and being a family member of someone who has had a stroke, during the first six months from the initial stroke. Interviews three participants from the same extended family at six weeks, three months and six months. Identifies the emerging themes and sub-themes of their care for the survivor.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1510
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Author Ward, Cynthia; Evans, Alicia; Ford, Rosemary; Glass, Nel
Title Health Professionals Perspectives of Care for Seriously Ill Children Living at Home Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue 2 Pages 25-34
Keywords Seriously-ill children; Health professionals; Model of care; Complex health needs
Abstract Reports the findings of health professional's perceptions of beneficial care for seriously ill children and their families. Represents one component of a PhD qualitative evaluation study investigating care provided by a child health trust in NZ. Uses a focus group to identify key aspects of beneficial care and subsequent themes, including: collaboration between health providers, effective communication, expert skills, support for colleagues and after-hours care. availability.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1509
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Author Roy, Dianne; Gasquoine, Susan; Caldwell, Shirrin; Nash, Derek
Title Health Professional and Family Perceptions of Post-Stroke Information Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue 2 Pages 7-24
Keywords Stroke; Patient education; Health professionals; Families
Abstract Undertakes a mixed-methods descriptive survey to ascertain the information needs of stroke families through identifying current practice and resources, their appropriateness, accessibility, timeliness and the information gaps. Collects qualitative and quantitative data via face-to-face interviews. Identifies barriers to effective provision of information, including language and other communication barriers, time constraints and workload issues for health professionals. Highlights the discrepancy between health professionals' theoretical understanding of information provision and their actual practice.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1508
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Author Darkins, Tina
Title Merging health and social day care: report on a New Zealand-based model of holistic day care service for the elderly, frail and those with disabilities Type Report
Year 2016 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 73 p.
Keywords Aged care -- New Zealand
Abstract Highlights the service innovation model that establishes a new community relationship between health and nursing services, and day-care providers to the elderly, frail and those with disabilities. Performs a literature review of research on the topic, outlining the goals of adult day care, and describing the Forget Me Not (FMN) programme used at the FMN Centre in Whangarei. Highlights the levels of care within the programme and the proposed outcomes.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial (down) 1504
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