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Author Baldwin, Angela openurl 
  Title (up) Effective home based care to enhance the health status of children under five years. Margaret May Blackwell Study Fellowship Report 1998 Type Report
  Year 1999 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 44  
  Keywords Child health services; Family health; Home care services; Community health services; Reports  
  Abstract Highlights well-child and family health programmes in the US, Canada, and the UK. Provides an overview of the programmes and their clinical effectiveness, focusing on the themes that emerged. Part of the Margaret May Blackwell Scholarship Reports series.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1425  
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Author McLelland, Hinemoa; Hindmarsh, Jennie H.; Akroyd, Shaun url  openurl
  Title (up) Effective HPV vaccination with Maori male students: Evaluation of a Kaupapa Maori primary-health-care initiative Type Journal Article
  Year 2021 Publication Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 37 Issue 2 Pages 45-52  
  Keywords Human Papillomavirus (HPV); HPV vaccine; Immunisation; Health literacy; Primary health care; Maori men; Maori students; Kaupapa Maori  
  Abstract Reports on a local multi-component initiative to improve local Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination coverage among Maori male students aged 13-17 years in a rural location in Aotearoa New Zealand. Backgrounds the initiative co-designed by the rural health nurse from a community clinic of the Hauora (Maori health provider) and the principal of the local area school, in order to improve health literacy and provide an environment to support student consent to vaccination. Undertakes an evaluation of the initiative in 2018, comprising 10 key informant interviews and a group discussion with eight male students. Identifies the factors associated with the success of the initiative.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1708  
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Author McCloskey, B.A.; Diers, D. openurl 
  Title (up) Effects of New Zealand's health reengineering on nursing and patient outcomes Type Journal Article
  Year 2005 Publication Medical Care Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 43 Issue 11 Pages 1140-1146  
  Keywords Patient safety; Organisational change; Nursing; Hospitals  
  Abstract This study sought to examine the effects that hospital re-engineering may have on adverse patient outcomes and the nursing workforce. In 1993, New Zealand implemented policies aimed at controlling costs in the country's public health care system through market competition, generic management, and managerialism. The study was a retrospective, longitudinal analysis of administrative data. Relationships between adverse outcome rates and nursing workforce characteristics were examined using autoregression analysis. All medical and surgical discharges from New Zealand's public hospitals (n=3.3 million inpatient discharges) from 1989 through 2000 and survey data from the corresponding nursing workforce (n=65,221 nurse responses) from 1993 through 2000 were examined. Measures included the frequency of 11 nurse sensitive patient outcomes, average length of stay, and mortality along with the number of nursing full time equivalents (FTEs), hours worked, and skill mix. After 1993, nursing FTEs and hours decreased 36% and skill mix increased 18%. Average length of stay decreased approximately 20%. Adverse clinical outcome rates increased substantially. Mortality decreased among medical patients and remained stable among surgical patients. The relationship between changes in nursing and adverse outcomes rates over time were consistently statistically significant. The authors conclude that in the chaotic environment created by re-engineering policy, patient care quality declined as nursing FTEs and hours decreased. The study provides insight into the role organisational change plays in patient outcomes, the unintended consequences of health care re-engineering and market approaches in health care, and nursing's unique contribution to quality of care.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1052  
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Author Peddie, B.; McPherson, F. openurl 
  Title (up) Efficiency of syntocinon spray Type Miscellaneous
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 51 Serial 51  
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Author Richardson, S. openurl 
  Title (up) Emergency departments and the inappropriate attender: Is it time for a reconceptualisation of the role of primary care in emergency facilities? Type Journal Article
  Year 1999 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 14 Issue 2 Pages 13-20  
  Keywords Emergency nursing; Primary health care  
  Abstract This paper reviews currently identified issues concerning emergency department attendance, and examines the core question of the role of primary care in the emergency department. Asks whether this is an appropriate use of emergency department resources, and if so, what the implications are for the role of the emergency nurse. Suggests the establishment of Minor Injury Units in New Zealand like those in the UK.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 641  
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Author Mustafa, Maher; Adams, Sue; Bareham, Corinne; Carryer, Jenny url  doi
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  Title (up) Employing nurse practitioners in general practice: an exploratory survey of the perspectives of managers Type Journal Article
  Year 2021 Publication Journal of Primary Health Care Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 13 Issue 3 Pages 274-282  
  Keywords Nurse practitioners; Primary health care; Models of care; Surveys  
  Abstract Explores the perspectives of practice managers on employing nurse practitioners (NP) in general practice. Uses an electronic survey to collect demographic and numerical data, which were analysed descriptively and analytically using SPSS (version 26). Written answers to open-ended questions were analysed qualitatively.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1779  
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Author Gesmundo, Monina openurl 
  Title (up) 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 1529  
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Author Hughes, F.; Duke, J.; Bamford-Wade, A.; Moss, C. openurl 
  Title (up) Enhancing nursing leadership through policy, politics, and strategic alliances Type Journal Article
  Year 2006 Publication Nurse Leader Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 4 Issue 2 Pages 24-27  
  Keywords Policy; Nursing; Leadership  
  Abstract This paper looks at the links between nursing roles and health policy in New Zealand. Strategic alliances between key professional leaders in different nursing roles can help the profession by directly influencing policy development and implementation. This form of policy entrepreneurship is an important component of professional leadership.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 955 Serial 939  
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Author Butcher, Dan; Hales, Caz url  doi
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  Title (up) Ensuring doctoral research is relevant to the international nursing community Type Journal Article
  Year 2023 Publication Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 39 Issue 2 Pages  
  Keywords Nursing research; Doctoral research; PhD research; International research community  
  Abstract Argues that nurses undertaking doctoral research have a responsibility to ensure their research engages with international nursing research and is relevant post-doctorally. Distinguishes between the purpose of PhDs and Professional Doctorates. Finds that nursing doctoral graduates are impeded from assuming leading roles in funded research. Attempts to find ways to address this challenge, suggesting that remote attendance at conferences and Internet communication with nurse researchers overseas encourages an international perspective on nursing topics. Backgrounds the establishment of an international nursing research community between Oxford Brookes University in the UK and Victoria University of Wellington in NZ.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1854  
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Author van Rooyen, P.; Dixon, D.A.; Dixon, G.; Wells, C.C. openurl 
  Title (up) Entry criteria as predictor of performance in an undergraduate nursing degree programme Type Journal Article
  Year 2006 Publication Nurse Education Today Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 27 Issue 7 Pages 593-600  
  Keywords Nursing; Education; Curriculum; Evaluation  
  Abstract This research explored the relationship between entry criteria and academic performance in the first and second year bioscience papers at Otago Polytechnic School of Nursing. The School's inclusion of a bioscience requirement varies from the Nursing Council criteria for acceptance into undergraduate nursing programmes. Six hundred and nineteen academic records of 1994-2002 graduates were sampled. Chi-square and correlational analyses found a relationship between entry qualifications and students' academic performance in the two papers. The entry criteria had a stronger relationship with the students' performance in the first year bioscience paper than the second year paper. Performance in the first year was predicative of second year performance. Age was also found to be a useful predictor of grades. These findings support the School's Bioscience entry criteria and provide important information for admission committees.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 693  
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Author Haggerty, Carmel; Holloway, Kathryn; Wilson, Debra openurl 
  Title (up) Entry to nursing practice preceptor education and support : could we do better? Type Journal Article
  Year 2012 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 28 Issue 1 Pages 30-39  
  Keywords Preceptorship; New graduates; Evaluation; Support and education  
  Abstract Reveals that recent longitudinal evaluation of 21 Nursing Entry to Practice (NETP) programmes in NZ identified that preceptorship selection, education and support are not properly resourced. Identifies the factors preventing preceptors from receiving appropriate training and recommends development of a clearly-defined preceptor selection and education process.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1472  
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Author Bresaz, D.M. openurl 
  Title (up) Environmental influences on inpatient assaultive behaviour Type
  Year 2003 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Workplace violence; Mental health; Psychiatric Nursing; Methodology; Administration  
  Abstract This retrospective quasi-experimental study reviewed assaults in two adult mental health inpatient rehabilitation units. The majority of clients in this area experience enduring mental health illnesses and have complex physical health issues. The service comprises of an intensive rehabilitation unit and a secure extended rehabilitation unit. Between May and August 2001 the service moved to purpose built facilities. The opportunity was taken to review clients' assaultive behaviour in the new environment and to compare the incidents with those in the old environment to see if there had been any significant changes. Data on assault incidents including time of assault, place of assault, who was involved and what preventative actions were suggested were collected from the Incident and Accident Hazard Reports (IAHR) dating from 1 April 2000 until 31 May 2002. Staff were expected to complete IAHR reports on all assault incidents. The research examined whether the change in environmental conditions impacted on clients' wellbeing in relation to assaultive behaviour. Trends within the IAHR reports were also examined in order to compare these to similar studies completed in other parts of the world. There were 141 IAHR reports of assault incidents. Fifty of these occurred in the pre move period, 38 in the transition phase and 53 in the post move. There was no significant difference in the rate of assaults in the pre-move to post move period. Completion of the IAHR forms was seen to be very problematic, especially in relation to legal status of perpetrators and documentation of prevention strategies. An urgent audit of existing practice is now required to establish if problems found with the quality and completion of the IAHR forms continues to be evident in the rehabilitation service and if present staff education is needed to improve the standard of documentation. Research is also needed to establish the extent to which staff implement strategies to prevent assaults, and to reduce recidivism.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 858  
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Author Walker, J.; Bailey, S.; Brasell-Brian, R.; Gould, S. openurl 
  Title (up) Evaluating a problem based learning course: An action research study Type Journal Article
  Year 2001 Publication Contemporary Nurse Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 10 Issue 1/2 Pages 30-38  
  Keywords Nursing; Education; Teaching methods  
  Abstract The purpose of this study was to evaluate how the New Zealand style of problem based learning was developing students' understanding and integration of knowledge. The 'pure' problem based learning process has been adapted to move students gradually from teacher direction to taking responsibility for their learning. Two cycles of an action research method were used, involving 4 lecturers and 17 students. Data was collected both quantitatively and qualitatively over a 16-week period. Findings indicated the importance of: explaining the purpose and process of problem based learning; communicating in detail the role of both students and lecturers; keeping communication lines open; addressing timetabling issues and valuing this method of learning for nursing practice. Implications for nursing education are addressed.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 695  
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Author Börner, Heidi.E url  openurl
  Title (up) Evaluating safe patient handling systems: Is there a better way? Type
  Year 2008 Publication Abbreviated Journal ResearchArchive@Victoria  
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  Keywords Patient safety; Evaluation research; Occupational health and safety  
  Abstract This observational study analyses the responses of 38 nurses from two similar units that use different patient handling systems to test the reliability and validity of the Safe Patient Handling Survey (TM) SPH Survey(TM), a perception survey and improvement tool for employees and employers. Currently there is a lack of tools for evaluating patient handling systems. The survey contains 55 questions divided into 6 clusters, staff and patient injury and violence questions, and picture questions depicting unsafe techniques. The data were analysed to see how the SPH Survey(TM) scores correlate with incidents, and its ability to detect differences between the two units. The results of the Pearson and Cronbach(TM) alpha tests show strong reliability, validity and consistency of the SPH Survey(TM). ANOVA comparison of means and Spearman(TM) rho tests shows that higher (better) scores on the SPH Survey(TM) clusters correlate with lower numbers of patient injuries, lower reports of verbal and physical violence episodes, and lower staff injuries. Differences were detected between the units with Unit 2 scoring higher than Unit 1 in all SPH Survey(TM) clusters and scoring lower in staff and patient injuries and violence incidents. Although the analysis was limited by the small sample size, the study has created a sound basis for further investigation. The SPH Survey(TM) is shown to be an easy way to reliably evaluate patient handling systems and workplace culture, target improvement initiatives, and continually monitor the level of patient handling risk in the workplace. Low-risk patient handling gives health care providers the means to focus on delivering high quality patient care, without endangering their own health and well-being.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1224  
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Author Alexander, S.M. openurl 
  Title (up) Evaluation as an aged-care management tool: a case study Type
  Year 1989 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Auckland Library  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 317 Serial 317  
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