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| Author |
Hendry, Chris; Ogden, Emma |
Title  |
Hydration in aged residential care: a practical audit process |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2016 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| 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. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1530 |
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Harun, Inayah; Trimmer, Wendy; Thompson, Sean R. |
| Title |
Identifying and managing the pre-hospital presentation of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures: a literature review |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2019 |
Publication |
Whitireia Journal of Nursing, Health and Social Services |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Issue |
26 |
Pages |
73-80 |
| Keywords |
Pseudo-seizure; Psychogenic non-epileptic serzure; Paramedic; Diagnosis; Somatic; Psychological distress |
| Abstract |
Performs a review of the literature on the topic to assist paramedics to identify and manage patients with psychogenic, non-epileptic seizures (PNES). Explores current pre-hospital practice in NZ and makes recommendations to improve health-care and outcomes in such patients. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1636 |
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Carter, H.; McKinlay, E.M.; Scott, I.; Wise, D.; MacLeod, R. |
| Title |
Impact of a hospital palliative care service: Perspective of the hospital staff |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2002 |
Publication |
JBI Reports |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
18 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
160-167 |
| Keywords |
Palliative care; Hospitals; Attitude of health personnel; Cancer |
| Abstract |
The first New Zealand hospital palliative care support service was established in 1985. Different service models have now been adopted by various major hospitals. In 1998, a palliative care service, funded by Mary Potter Hospice, was piloted at Wellington Public Hospital. Twelve months post-implementation, the hospital staff's views of the service were evaluated. It was found that referrals to palliative care from hospital specialities outside the Cancer Centre increased. While most doctors, nurses and social workers strongly agreed or agreed that the service positively influenced patients' care and effectively addressed their symptom management needs, spiritual needs were less often met. Over 90 percent of each discipline strongly agreed or agreed that the service had assisted them in caring for patients, but, only about a half agreed that useful discharge planning advice and staff support was provided. Significant differences in responses were found between different disciplines and specialities. One fifth of the staff identified palliative care education needs. Recommendations are made concerning the development of a future hospital palliative care service. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1075 |
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Hendry, C.; East, S. |
| Title |
Impact of the Christchurch earthquakes on clients receiving health care in their homes |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2013 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
Available through NZNO library |
| Volume |
4 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
4-10 |
| Keywords |
Stress Disorders, Post-traumatic; older people; disaster response |
| Abstract |
Eighteen months after the first of many large earthquakes, Christchurch-based home health care provider Nurse Maude surveyed staff to identify the impact on the well-being of their mainly elderly clients. Responses from 168 staff identified five key issues. These were: mental health, anxiety, and depression, symptoms similar to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); unsafe environments; loneliness and isolation; difficulty coping with change; and poor access to services. To meet the needs of clients in this challenging environment, staff felt they needed more time to care, including listening to stories, calming clients and dealing with clients who had become slower and more cautious. Damaged and blocked roads, and the fact that many clients moved house without warning, added to the time it took to deliver care in the home. This survey has helped Nurse Maude build on its initial post-earthquake responses to better meet the needs of clients and support health-care workers in this stressful environment. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1388 |
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Horsburgh, M.; Goodyear-Smith, F.; Yallop, J.; O'Connor, S. |
| Title |
Implementation of a nursing initiative in primary care: A case report, cardiovascular disease risk reduction |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2008 |
Publication |
New Zealand Family Physician |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
35 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
183-186 |
| Keywords |
Multidisciplinary care teams; Cardiovascular diseases; Case studies; Primary health care |
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The aim was to report on implementation of a nursing initiative of cardiovascular disease (CVD) screening risk assessment at the Mornington Health Centre, Dunedin, with initial outcomes after six months. The practice aim was 80% of their eligible population assessed within three to four years, particularly targeting high-risk groups. The audit indicates that in their first six months, Mornington Health Centre had screened 42% of their eligible patients. This is described as very successful progress towards their goal of 80%. A number of key organisational factors are identified that are likely to have contributed to the development and success of the nurse CVD risk assessment programme at Mornington Health Centre. The authors suggest that this case study demonstrates how organisational change, where the practice nurse role in the multidisciplinary team is clear, can facilitate a practice to meet a population-based goal. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
514 |
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Spence, D.; Anderson, M. |
| Title |
Implementing a prescribing practicum within a Master's degree in advanced nursing practice |
Type |
Journal Article |
| Year |
2007 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
23 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
27-42 |
| Keywords |
Advanced nursing practice; Education; Nurse practitioners; Prescribing; Teaching methods |
| Abstract |
This article reports the implementation of a collaborative project undertaken to monitor and improve the effectiveness of the prescribing practicum papers delivered within two Master's degree programmes in advanced nursing practice. The recent introduction of Nurse Practitioner registration in New Zealand has resulted in the development of a number of Master's degree programmes in which students can complete a Nursing Council of New Zealand approved programme for prescribing. For the study, a developmental action research approach was used. Data were collected through interviews with practicum students, their medical supervisors and academic staff. Formative findings were progressively used to refine delivery of the practicum papers and a thematic analysis of summative findings identified areas for further improvement. The findings suggest that the processes being implemented are developing well. The researchers recommend that further education is required to clearly differentiate medical and advanced nursing roles. They recommend that greater attention needs to be paid to the preparation of medical supervisors and, most significantly, revision of funding is required to more equitably support the ongoing development of nurses for advanced practice roles. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
457 |
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| Author |
Spence, D.; Anderson, M. |
| Title |
Implementing a prescribing practicum within a Masters programme in advanced nursing practice. A pilot study |
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Report |
| Year |
2006 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
NZNO theses and research material webpage |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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Prescription authority; Nursing; Education; Students; Advanced nursing practice |
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This report presents the findings and recommendations derived from a collaborative action research pilot project undertaken alongside the implementation of two nurse prescribing practicum courses. The students, teachers and supervisors participating in year long Masters' level prescribing practica at Auckland University of Technology (AUT) and Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) were interviewed about their perceptions, concerns and actions relating the first time implementation of their respective practicum papers. Research findings suggest that the practicum implementation has been successful overall, however there is a need to refine delivery, and to review current funding arrangements. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1136 |
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Richardson, M.; Vernon, R.A.; Jacobs, S. |
| Title |
Implementing health assessment into the undergraduate nursing curriculum |
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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 |
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This article explores historical, philosophical and theoretical perspectives of health assessment, and discusses one institution's experiences developing and implementing undergraduate health assessment courses. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1306 |
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| Author |
Lidiard, B. |
| Title |
Implementing the Rating Scale for Aggressive Behaviours in the elderly: Can it make a difference to nursing management of aggressive behaviours in elderly patients with dementia? |
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2006 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
ResearchArchive@Victoria |
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Pages |
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Geriatric nursing; Dementia; Workplace violence; Older people |
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The Rating Scale for Aggressive Behaviours in the Elderly (RAGE) is a twenty-one item rating scale, designed specifically to measure aggressive behaviours in the elderly in the psychogeriatric inpatient setting. The purpose of the scale is to qualify the aggressive behaviour, note any changes in the behaviour, and record intervention and/or treatments. This study combines both qualitative and quantitative methods with exploratory and descriptive designs to explore nurses' experiences of using a consistent tool for monitoring, measuring and managing aggressive behaviours. Data gathered over a three month period of implementing RAGE aimed to provide a 'snapshot' of the prevalence, extent and type of aggressive behaviours within the inpatient setting, providing evidence to nurses in developing strategies for the management of aggression. Focus group interviews were used to enable nurses to discuss their experiences of utilising a clinically validated tool in their practice and how this made a difference to their practice. Findings from this research indicate that nurses within the setting found that RAGE is a consistent tool with which nurses can record, measure and monitor aggressive behaviours. Responses from nurses' experiences of utilising RAGE in their practice were varied, with some being unable to articulate how RAGE had made a difference to their practice. Despite this there was an overwhelming positive response for the continued use of RAGE within the setting as a clinically validated tool by which to measure, record and manage aggressive behaviours. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
798 |
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| Author |
Seymour, P.D. |
| Title |
Improvement in the motivation of student nurses |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
1973 |
Publication |
New Zealand Nursing Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
66 |
Issue |
7 |
Pages |
4-6 |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 64 |
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64 |
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| Author |
Quiding, Janine |
| Title |
Improving assessment inter-rater reliability of a nursing ePortfolio: An Integrative Review |
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Book Whole |
| Year |
2021 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
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Pages |
66 p. |
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ePortfolios; Professional Development and Recognition Programmes (PDRP); Nursing assessment |
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Analyses 13 articles using an integrative review methodology framework and thematic analysis to support the data analysis process, seeking to clarify the inter-rater reliability of nursing ePortfolio assessment. Identifies two themes emerging from the data: the subjective nature of the assessor, and external factors due to the nature of nursing portfolio requirements. Considers how to minimise assessment variability due to subjective factors. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1749 |
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Oda, Keiko; Bakri, Noor; Majeed, Sarah; Ferguson, Catherine; Bartlett, Shennae; Holden, Rachel; Thomson, W Murray; Parsons, John; Boyd, Michal; Smith, Moira |
| Title |
Improving nursing oral care practice for care-dependent older adults though inter-professional collaboration: a study protocol |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2023 |
Publication |
Kaitiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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14 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
50-57 |
| Keywords |
Oral care; Dependent older adults; Inter-professional collaboration; Geriatric nursing; Oral care protocols |
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Aims to establish evidence-based oral care guidelines for nurses, in order to improve oral care for dependent adults. Considers how interprofessional collaboration and education (IPC/IPE) might improve nursing oral care practice. Intends to use guidelines in a pilot programme with community nurses caring for older adults living at home or in aged residential care. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1851 |
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McHardy, Judy |
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Improving the health of children through: improving the primary-secondary interface for child health; Child health practice within the integrated family health centres; Improving care for medically-fragile children: Margaret May Blackwell Travel Fellowship 2011/12 |
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Report |
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2012 |
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30 p. |
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Child health services -- Great Britain; Child health services -- Sweden; Child health services -- Netherlands |
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Provides observations, insights and knowledge gained from undertaking the travel fellowship to study integrated health service for children aged 0-5 years in hospital, and community care settings in Great Britain, Sweden and the Netherlands. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1545 |
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| Author |
Chadwick, A.; Hope, A. |
| Title |
In pursuit of the named nurse |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2000 |
Publication |
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience |
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13 |
Issue |
4 |
Pages |
6-9 |
| Keywords |
Advanced nursing practice; Hospitals; Evaluation; Nurse-family relations; Nurse-patient relations |
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This paper outlines the project outcomes, benefits, impact and constraints of introducing the named nurse concept to a neuro-services department. The concept of the named nurse was first introduced in the UK, in 1992, with the aim of supporting the partnership in care between the patient and the nurse. The evidence for the effectiveness of introducing the named nurse concept is largely anecdotal. In line with the hospital wide policy of implementing the named nurse concept at Auckland Hospital, a six-month pilot study was undertaken within the Neuro-services Department. The aims of the study were to foster a partnership in care with patients / whanau and the multidisciplinary team, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of delivery of nursing care, and to contribute to continuous quality improvement. The results highlighted that, in theory, the named nurse concept would be effective in providing quality co-ordinated care, however factors were identified that hindered the effectiveness of its implementation. Therefore, further development of the concept was required. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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924 |
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| Author |
Giddings, D.L.S. |
| Title |
In/visibility in nursing: stories from the margins (United States, New Zealand, Diversity) |
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1997 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
University of Colorado University Library |
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Using the life history approach this study investigates the consequences of difference within the context of nursing. Life story interviews were conducted with 26 women nurses of varying racial, cultural and sexual identity backgrounds in the USA and New Zealand.The questions framing the interviews focused on the women's experience of difference and fairness in their lives and specifically within nursing.The creation of life story 'snippets' in the first level of analysis reflected the unique aspects of each woman's story and became the first step in the process of creating a thematic analysis or meta-story. The meta-story that emerged from the juxtaposition of the women's stories was “not fitting in to nursing”.The findings of this study suggest that in spite of the change in location of nursing education and its recent attention to the implications of client diversity, the continued imposition of traditional definitions of 'the nurse' by nursing institutions, renders difference amongst nurses invisible. This limits the ability of nurses to be authentic in their practice and also limits the extent to which they can implement the new policies recognizing difference amongst their client populations |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 236 |
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236 |
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