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Author Poot, Betty; Nelson, Katherine; Zonneveld, Rebecca; Weatherall, Mark url  doi
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  Title (down) Potentially inappropriate medicine prescribing by nurse practitioners in New Zealand Type Journal Article
  Year 2020 Publication Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners Abbreviated Journal JAANP  
  Volume 32 Issue 3 Pages 220-228  
  Keywords Nurse prescribing; Nurse practitioners; Potentially inappropriate medicines (PIM); Older people  
  Abstract Reports the prescribing of potentially-inappropriate medicines (PIM) to older adults (> 65 years). Undertakes a subset analysis of data from the Ministry of Health pharmaceutical collection for the years 2013-2015. Includes nurse practitioner (NP) registration number, medicines dispensed, patient age, gender and NZ Deprivation level. Uses the Beers 2015 criteria to identify PIM. Details the medicines most commonly inappropriately prescribed.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1768  
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Author Gosnell, M. openurl 
  Title (down) Postoperative pain assessment: A retrospective review of nursing documentation Type
  Year 2007 Publication Abbreviated Journal Otago Polytechnic library. A copy can be obtained by contacting pgnursadmin@tekotago.ac.nz  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Pain management; Nursing  
  Abstract An essential part of nursing practice for the nurse on the surgical floor is to relieve the discomfort of post operative pain for patients in their care. Post operative pain management encompasses a series of processes from assessing pain, providing relief, assessment of measures used to relieve pain through to documentation in the patient record. Yet literature, both internationally and from Australia and New Zealand, suggests that post operative pain continues to be poorly managed despite having the means to provide more than adequate relief. Events leading up to the commencement of this study indicated that locally, post operative pain assessment, including documentation in the patient record may be substandard. The objective of this study was to develop and test an audit tool; undertake a retrospective audit of nursing records, including nursing notes and the nursing care plan, in respect of what postoperative pain assessments nurses document in the patient record; evaluate data and make recommendations for practice. Methodology: A five part, 23 question Likert scale audit tool, designed specifically for this study was used to collect data over a period of two months. In total 40 patient records that met the inclusion criteria were audited.The results indicate that local practice reflects poor documentation standards found in other studies. The most complete recordings were those entered on specifically designed charts such as the Patient Controlled Analgesia and Epidural charts (N 28) but this did not carry over into the patient record. Despite that fact that the patient's self reports of pain is said to be the single most reliable indicator of pain, there was only four occasions when the patient's verbal response to pain was recorded. None of those responses were according to any type of pain rating scale. Evidence of evaluation following measures used to relieve pain was more likely to be recorded if pain was poorly controlled or when side effects such as nausea were experienced by the patient. The author concludes that overall the audit has highlighted many gaps in what is or is not recorded in the patient record in respect of post operative pain assessment and has highlighted the need to develop standards of practice that will improve post operative pain management practices.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 915  
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Author Beaton, T. openurl 
  Title (down) Postnatal depression: Four women's experiences of care from a nurse Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Female; Mental health; Nurse-patient relations; Feminist critique  
  Abstract Postnatal depression is a term used loosely to describe disorders of mood and distressing symptoms for women in the postpartum, yet it has its own distinct symptoms. It is thought to affect between 10 and 20 percent of new mothers in New Zealand. In order to deliver effective nursing care that has a positive impact on the health of women who experience postnatal depression, nurses need knowledge and theory to underpin practice. This study explores the experience of four women who experienced postnatal depression and the care they received from a nurse. A postmodern feminist position informed the research project. Women became actively involved in a focus group to explore their experiences. A thematic analysis of the focus group transcripts revealed the women's experiences of care from nurses and health professionals as not always helpful. The themes that arose from the analysis were knowledge, perception, care and self. Knowledge examined the women's and significant others' knowledge of postnatal depression as well as women's own knowledge of themselves. Perception identified the women's beliefs of and views on mental illness, as well as their expectations of motherhood. Care as a concept was examined as to how it was provided by nurses. This encompassed a lack of care and, in contrast, supportive care as impacting on the women's individual experiences. Self described the experiences of a loss of self as women experienced their distress in the postpartum, and that a regaining of self was identified by women as difficult, and this is where they required support. The themes are discussed and critiqued with literature that identifies the nursing role with women who experience postnatal depression. There are recommendations for ongoing research and development of the nursing role in order to promote the health and wellbeing of women in the postpartum.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 850  
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Author Morrison, M. openurl 
  Title (down) Posthuman pathology: A postmodern art project located in critical care Type
  Year 2003 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Intensive care nursing; Nursing philosophy; Culture; Technology  
  Abstract The author's art project “Posthuman Pathology” is a postmodern examination of the resolutely modernist culture of critical care medicine. She uses conceptual art practices in conjunction with the techniques of anti-aesthetics in order to dismantle, open out and critique ideas which are foundational to the culture of critical care.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 580 Serial 566  
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Author Chandler-Knight, Eden openurl 
  Title (down) Poster[sic]Bullying in mental health inpatient nursing Type Report
  Year 2020 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 78 p.  
  Keywords Mental health nursing; Workplace bullying; Registered Nurses; Surveys  
  Abstract Asserts that bullying is common in nursing, and particularly in mental health nursing. Conducts a literature review before administering a mixed-method online survey to registered nurse (RN) inpatient mental health nurses, of whom 38 responded.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1668  
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Author Smart, S. url  openurl
  Title (down) Post-operative pain management knowledge and attitude of paediatric nurses: A New Zealand regional view Type
  Year 2005 Publication Abbreviated Journal ResearchArchive@Victoria  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Pain management; Paediatric nursing; Hospitals; Pharmacology  
  Abstract This research explored the knowledge and attitudes towards paediatric post-operative pain, within the New Zealand context of small regional hospitals. It established how nurses working in these areas obtain and update their paediatric pain management knowledge, and what is it that influences their paediatric post-operative pain management practices. A questionnaire survey of registered nurses working in three small paediatric units (5 to 12 beds), in regional secondary service hospitals was undertaken. The survey had a 79% (n=33) response rate. Findings corroborate many findings in previously published literature including that nurses do well in questions related to assessment. However pharmacological knowledge continues to be lacking. Results also indicated that while nurses have a good understanding about who is the best person to rate pain, this wasn't carried through in the clinical scenarios provided. Education is clearly an important factor in improving the knowledge and attitudes needed in clinical practice. While this survey was somewhat limited, both in size and in that a clear correlation between the results and actual clinical practice could not be made, results are significant for the areas surveyed and for the development of pain education for nurses.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1194 Serial 1179  
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Author Novak, L. openurl 
  Title (down) Post-operative pain and coping strategies Type Journal Article
  Year 1988 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 4 Issue 1 Pages 25-27  
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  Abstract Post-operative pain is often managed by nurses administering prescribed analgesia four hourly. In contrast to previous studies, the present study is focused on the person experiencing the pain. Five women who were undergoing abdominal hysterectomy agreed to participate in an exploratory study that looked at their pain experience and the coping strategies used  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 354 Serial 354  
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Author King, B.E.; Callon(?nee Main), L.G.; Fletcher, M.P. openurl 
  Title (down) Post-basic nursing education in New Zealand: a report of a survey undertaken in selected geographical areas Type
  Year 1982 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Canterbury Library  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 322 Serial 322  
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Author Wallis, R. openurl 
  Title (down) Post-anaesthetic shaking: A review of the literature Type Journal Article
  Year 2000 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 15 Issue 1 Pages 23-32  
  Keywords Surgery; Pharmacology; Nursing research  
  Abstract This paper addresses the problem of shaking and shivering as discussed in the nursing and medical literature. It defines post-anaesthetic shaking, focusing on the role of anaesthetics in hypothermia, pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, and theories of causes and consequences. Ways of preventing and treating post-anaesthetic shaking are examined.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 633  
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Author Bee, S. openurl 
  Title (down) Post traumatic stress disorder: The role of critical incident stress management Type Journal Article
  Year 1999 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 5 Issue 8 Pages 20-23  
  Keywords Trauma; Psychology; Workplace; Nursing  
  Abstract The author defines and describes PTSD, and looks at how it may apply to nurses. Primarily affected by delayed PTSD, nurses may experience it as burn-out, after exposure to trauma over time. The Critical Incident Stress Management programme instigated at Healthcare Hawkes Bay is outlined.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1303 Serial 1288  
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Author Phillips, B.N. openurl 
  Title (down) Possibilities for mental health nursing practice-based research Type Report
  Year 2003 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Nursing research; Psychiatric Nursing  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1257 Serial 1242  
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Author Palmer, S.G. openurl 
  Title (down) Positively positive: an experimental evaluation of the Wellness Programme, Burnett Centre Type
  Year 1993 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Auckland  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 294 Serial 294  
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Author Watson, P, B. openurl 
  Title (down) Positive pressure intravenous access ports on central venous devices in children: An evidence-based review Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal NZNO Library  
  Volume 1 Issue 1 Pages 12-18  
  Keywords Venous pressure; Central venous pressure; Central venous catheters; Catheter-related infections; Children  
  Abstract This research aimed to assess the evidence for benefits and risks of positive pressure mechanical valve (PPMV) intravenous access ports on central nervous system devices (CVADs) in children. PPMVs on CVADs have been promoted as preventing occlusion and the need for heparin flushing. A search for primary research to March 2010 was conducted using MEDLINE, EMBASE and CINAHL. There is sufficient evidence that some models of PPMV intravenous access ports on CVADs, when flushed with normal saline, are associated with increased bloodstream infections in children. Further research is required.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1340  
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Author Francis, L. openurl 
  Title (down) Polio is history – isn't it Type Journal Article
  Year 2007 Publication Whitireia Nursing Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 14 Issue Pages 24-31  
  Keywords Case studies; Diseases; Public health; Community health nursing; Poliomyelitis  
  Abstract Using the stories of four polio survivors who have since contracted post polio syndrome (PPS), this article discusses the theories regarding the cause of PPS as well as the varying symptoms and problems for those living with the disease.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1046  
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Author Favell, M.E. openurl 
  Title (down) Plunket Nursing in a social, political and historical context: clients' perspectives of mothering and nursing Type
  Year 1997 Publication Abbreviated Journal Otago University Library  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 408 Serial 408  
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