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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 |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
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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. |
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1539 |
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Vick, Margaret; Dannenfeldt Gudrun; Shaw, Bill |
Title |
Do students training to be health-care workers have compassionate attributes? |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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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. |
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1538 |
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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 |
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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. |
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1535 |
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Author |
Christensen, Martin |
Title |
Nurses' knowledge of delirium: a survey of theoretical knowing |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2016 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
11-18 |
Keywords |
Delirium; Delirium assessment; ICU psychosis; ICU syndrome |
Abstract |
Conducts an exploratory study to assess whether nurses at a regional base hospital have sufficient theoretical knowledge to assess and manage delirium in the clinical setting. Uses a self-administered survey based on a true/false questionnaire, and a Likert scale to assess nurses' perceived levels of confidence in detecting and managing the delirious patient. Administers the questionnaire to 130 nurses from acute adult wards. |
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1526 |
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Author |
Price, Rowena; Gilmour, Jean; Kellett, Susan; Huntington, Annette |
Title |
Settling in: Early career Registered Nurses |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2016 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
32 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
31-41 |
Keywords |
Early career nurses; Workforce planning; Postgraduate education; Employment; Registered nurses; Retention |
Abstract |
Describes the uptake of postgraduate education, the intent to travel and employment characteristics of NZ registered nurses in their fourth year of practice following registration. Aims to support retention strategies and expand extended career pathways by acknowledging the preferences and pathways selected by early career registered nurses. Analyses responses from 138 registered nurses using data from the longitudinal Graduate e-cohort Study for nurses graduating in the years 2008-2011. Reports summary statistics in percentages/counts along with tests of proportions using the Pearson's chi square test. |
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1519 |
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Garcia, Alicia; Whitehead, Dean; Winter, Helen S |
Title |
Oncology nurses' perception of cancer pain: a qualitative exploratory study |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2015 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
31 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
27-33 |
Keywords |
Cancer pain; Oncology nurses; Pain assessment; Pain management; Nursing education |
Abstract |
Undertakes research to explore how oncology nurses perceive cancer pain in patients. Presents the findings of semi-structured interviews with a sample of 5 registered nurses working in a NZ oncology ward, who reported their responses to under-treatment of cancer pain. Highlights the need to explore cancer pain management with patients. |
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1500 |
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Author |
Cook, Catherine; Clark, Terryann; Brunton, Margaret |
Title |
Optimising cultural safety and comfort during gynaecological examinations : accounts of indigenous Maori women |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2014 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
30 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
19-34 |
Keywords |
Maori women's health; Indigenous health; Cultural safety; Cultural competence; Sexual health; Gynaecological examinations; Cartwright Report |
Abstract |
Undertakes a thematic analysis to highlight Maori women's perspectives on health and wellbeing. Identifies 6 key themes in the data: mihi (initial engagement), whakawhanaungatanga (belonging through relationships of shared experience), kaupapa (consultations' main purpose), tapu (sacred and set apart), embodied memories, manawahine (women's knowledge and authority). Asks women about those approaches used by non-indigenous clinicians, receptionists and service providers that enhanced their experiences of cultural safety during sexual health consultations and gynaecological examinations. |
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1496 |
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Author |
Cook, Catherine; Brunton, Margaret |
Title |
The influence of the Cartwright Report on gynaecological examinations and nurses' communication |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2014 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
30 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
28-38 |
Keywords |
Cartwright Report; Communication; Sexual health; Women's health; Cervical screening |
Abstract |
Reports findings from semi-structured interviews with 6 nurses and 7 women patients at a sexual health clinic where the women reported positive experiences of speculum examinations. Combines data with that from interviews with 16 patients and 16 clinicians regarding positive examinations, and analyses data to identify which clinical communication strategies were used, and how the women responded. Highlights the legacy of the Cartwright Report of the Cervical Cancer Inquiry of 1987/88. |
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1494 |
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Author |
Clendon, Jill; McBride-Henry, Karen |
Title |
History of the Child Health and Development Book : part 2: 1945-2000 |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2014 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
30 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
5-17 |
Keywords |
Maternal and child health; History of nursing; Plunket, Child health and development record book |
Abstract |
Highlights how women challenged the concept of 'medicalised mothering' during the period 1945-2000, and how these views affected the development of the Well Child/Tamariki Ora Health book, or Plunket book. Analyses how the language of the book reflects tensions between competing discourses and knowledge sources among mothers and health professionals. |
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1492 |
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Author |
Clendon, Jill; McBride-Henry, Karen |
Title |
History of the Child Health and Development Book : part 1, 1920 to 1945 |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2014 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
30 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
29-41 |
Keywords |
Maternal and child health; History of nursing; Plunket; Child health and development record book |
Abstract |
Traces the history of the Plunket Book, or Well Child/Tamariki Ora Health Book, during the years 1920-1945, chronicling the development of a medicalised relationship between mothers and health professionals during this era. |
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1490 |
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Author |
Neville, Stephen; Adams, Jeffery; Holdershaw, Judith |
Title |
Social marketing campaigns that promote condom use among MSM : a literature review |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2014 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
30 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
5-16 |
Keywords |
Gay men's health; Men who have sex with men; Condom use; Sexual risk behaviour; Health promotion; Social marketing |
Abstract |
Presents a review of the literature on research-based social marketing initiatives designed to decrease sexually-transmitted infections, including HIV, through condom use by men who have sex with men. |
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1488 |
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Author |
Foxall, Donna |
Title |
Barriers in education of indigenous nursing students : a literature review |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2013 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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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. |
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1487 |
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Author |
Dallas, Janette; Neville, Stephen |
Title |
Health education and health screening in a sample of older men : a descriptive survey |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
28 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
6-16 |
Keywords |
Older men; Health education; Health screening; Gerontological nursing; Surveys |
Abstract |
Describes the health education and health screening received by community-dwelling men aged 65 or older. Undertakes a survey of 59 men in Wanganui via a self-administered questionnaire. Investigates the barriers/benefits to healthy living choices. |
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1470 |
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Author |
Scott, Susan (and others) |
Title |
The graduate nursing workforce : does an international perspective have relevance for New Zealand? |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
27 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
4-12 |
Keywords |
Graduates; Nursing workforce; Retention; Recruitment |
Abstract |
Reviews studies of nursing graduates that use local, regional or national populations of graduates to explore reasons for turnover over periods of time longer than the first twelve months of transition to practice. Identifies the reasons for mobility within nursing and out of the profession altogether. |
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1466 |
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Author |
Ripekapaia Gloria Ryan; Wilson, Denise |
Title |
Nga tukitanga mai koka ki tona ira : Maori mothers and child to mother violence |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2010 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
26 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
25-35 |
Keywords |
Indigenous women; Maori mothers; Child-to-mother violence; Kaupapa Maori; Support agencies |
Abstract |
Explores the experiences of Maori mothers who have been abused by a son or daughter using a qualitative descriptive research design based on kaupapa Maori methodology. Conducts semi-structured interviews with five Maori mothers, recording their experiences of abuse by a child, and its impact on the whanau/family. Analyses the interview transcripts for common themes. Highlights the importance of nurses in facilitating whanau ora (family wellbeing). |
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1459 |
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