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Author Madjar, D.I.
Title (down) The experience of pain in surgical patients – a cross cultural study Type
Year 1981 Publication Australian Journal of Advanced Nursing Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library
Volume 2 Issue 2 Pages 29-33
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Abstract A study of 33 adult patients – 20 Anglo – Australian, 13 Yugoslav- who were admitted for arranged abdominal surgery to three Australian hospitals between January and June 1980. Focusing on the role of cultural factors in the experience of post operative pain the study confirmed the existence of some behavioral differences between Anglo – Australian and Yugoslav patients in terms of their responses to pain. The greatest degree of difference between the two groups however was found in their underlying attitudes to pain
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 112 Serial 112
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Author Blockley, C.E.
Title (down) The experience of hospitalization first time for an acute medical illness Type
Year 2000 Publication Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Hospitals; Patient satisfaction
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Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 811 Serial 795
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Author Macdiarmid, Rachel; Neville, Stephen; Zambas, Shelaine
Title (down) The experience of facilitating debriefing after simulation: a qualitative study Type Journal Article
Year 2020 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 36 Issue 3 Pages 51-60
Keywords Debriefing; Simulation education; Health professionals
Abstract Aims to understand the experience of debriefing following a simulated episode in a tertiary health-care setting. Interviews 10 participants (nurses, doctors and a midwife) about facilitation of the debriefing process, confirming the role of the facilitator in debriefing.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1682
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Author Williams, P.
Title (down) The experience of being new in the role of Charge Nurse Type
Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal Auckland University of Technology Library
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Nursing
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Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 608 Serial 594
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Author Spence, D.
Title (down) The evolving meaning of 'culture' in New Zealand nursing Type Journal Article
Year 2001 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 17 Issue 3 Pages 51-61
Keywords Cultural safety; Biculturalism; History of nursing; Maori
Abstract The author traces the nursing definition of biculturalism as it has evolved from the colonial period to the present. An examination of nursing literature demonstrates that local understandings of culture have matured beyond anthropological interpretations to a sociopolitical definition of Maori culture. The author suggests that, in nursing, culture has come to mean cultural safety.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 625
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Author Warren, B; Dovey, S; Griffin, F
Title (down) The evidence behind more than a decade of policy recommending influenza vaccination for young New Zealanders with long term medical conditions Type Journal Article
Year 2011 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal Held by NZNO Library
Volume 2 Issue 1 Pages 27-32
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Abstract This article reviews the recent evidence underpinning the New Zealand Ministry of Health's recommendation to offer free annual influenza vaccination to people aged six months to 64 years who have certain chronic medical conditions (eligible younger people). These results show there is relatively limited research providing evidence underpinning recommendations for influenza vaccination among people aged <65 years. These results show that there is a need to increase nurses' awareness of the rationale behind the New Zealand influenza vaccination policy, that this may in turn increase their willingness to recommend influenza vaccine to more eligible younger people.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1359
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Author Calvert, I.
Title (down) The evaluation of the use of herbal substances in the baths of labouring women: a randomised controlled trial Type
Year 1998 Publication Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library
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Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 391 Serial 391
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Author Primary Health Care Nurse Innovation Evaluation Team,
Title (down) The evaluation of the eleven primary health care nursing innovation projects: A report to the Ministry of Health Type Report
Year 2007 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Primary health care; Evaluation; Nursing
Abstract In 2003, as part of implementing the Primary Health Care Strategy, the Ministry of Health announced contestable funding, available over three years, for the development of primary health care nursing innovation projects throughout Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Ministry looked for proposals that would: support the development of innovative models of primary health care nursing practice to deliver on the objectives of the Primary Health Care Strategy; allow new models of nursing practice to develop; reduce the current fragmentation and duplication of services; and assist in the transition of primary health care delivery to primary health organisations. This report describes the findings from the evaluation of the 11 primary health care nursing innovations selected for funding by the Ministry of Health. It provides an overview of the innovations' success and of the lessons learnt from this policy initiative.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 819
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Author Woods, M.
Title (down) The ethical preparation and practice of nurses: a pilot research project Type
Year 1992 Publication Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library; Manawatu Polytechnic Li
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Abstract This research project studied the ways in which nurses are educationally prepared for, and responded to, ethical problems in practice. The study involved both descriptive and analytical-interpretive methods that provided information and insights on the given aims of the research. The research findings indicated that nurses were educationally ill prepared in the area of nursing ethics. It also maintained that nurses that nurses were quite able to correctly identify ethical issues in their practice, but felt restrained about their freedom to act autonomously in response to these issues
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 184 Serial 184
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Author Smillie, A.
Title (down) The end of tranquillity? An exploration of some organisational and societal factors that generated discord upon the introduction of trained nurses into New Zealand hospitals, 1885-1914 Type
Year 2003 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords History; Nursing
Abstract This historical research study examines some of the factors that caused problems for early New Zealand trained nurses upon their introduction into New Zealand hospitals, between 1885 and 1914. Eight incidents in the professional lives of nurses of the period are used as illustrations of the strains and discord that were apparent in this time of change. Analysis of these incidents attempts to answer the question as to whether the introduction of trained nurses into the New Zealand hospital system did add new considerations to problems encountered by nurses in their professional life. The conclusion is that there was a new dimension of difference added to the system with the introduction of the trained nurse. This developed from the evidence that these nurses, particularly if they were also matrons, had to fit into the existing power structures, which were not really ready to accept them, either through choice or lack of foresight. Enmeshed within these considerations is the influence of Florence Nightingale; her effect on nursing itself, and the consequent public and official perception, or misperception, of who nurses should be.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 857
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Author Chapman, C.
Title (down) The elective way: An exploration of pre-operative education for orthopaedic joint replacements Type
Year 2006 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Patient satisfaction; Surgery; Education
Abstract This research paper provides a description and analysis of literature and research focusing on pre-operative education programmes available internationally and nationally for patients receiving total joint replacements. This discussion differentiates between pre-assessment and pre-operative education to provide an understanding that both aspects are important in there own right. Together pre-assessment and pre-operative education complement each other to provide total care for patients awaiting total joint replacement surgery. One way of alleviating apprehension experienced by the patient about their surgery is by providing appropriate joint replacement education programmes that meet their needs. This type of programme is a form of empowerment which provides patients with appropriate and relevant information. This allows the patient to be actively involved in their own care and enable them to make informed decisions. The importance of education, information and communication; anxiety and pain; family and peer support; mobility and insecurity is a common thread in the literature where patients describe their experiences and concerns following a total joint replacement. These concepts are discussed and related to why pre-operative education programmes are recommended to help alleviate patients concerns and are important in providing a total multidisciplinary approach to care.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 736 Serial 722
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Author Takarangi, J.
Title (down) The elderly person's perception of their community using mental maps Type Miscellaneous
Year Publication Abbreviated Journal
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Abstract Using a community assessment model (Takarangi, 1981) this field project set out to ascertain how the well elderly in the community perceived their community as a place to live in.A technique from human geography – mental maps was used to gather perceptual data. This discussion looks at other possible application of the tool
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 111 Serial 111
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Author Dick, Angela; La Grow, Steve; Boddy, Julie
Title (down) The effects of staff education on the practice of 'specialling' by care assistants in an acute care setting Type Journal Article
Year 2009 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 25 Issue 1 Pages 17-26
Keywords Specialling; Care assistants; Cost; Education
Abstract Reports the results of a project aimed at decreasing the use of, and costs associated with, the practice of using care assistants to provide one-to-one observation or 'specialling' in five acute adult medical and surgical wards at a North Island hospital. Performs a retrospective study for the six months pre- and post-intervention due to staff education. Collects data and analyses the results for all patients who had required 'specialling'.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1440
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Author McIntosh(nee Martison), M.J.
Title (down) The effect of pre-information on clinical inference and nursing actions Type
Year 1979 Publication Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library
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Abstract A study to examine the effects of pre- information ( what a Nurse learns about a patient before they meet) on clinical inference and Nursing actions, in a simulated Nurse- Patient situation. It was hypothesised that the nature of the pre-information will influence the way the patient is perceived and the resulting Nursing actions. The research was conducted in an obstetrical setting. There were 55 subjects within three groups. Two groups comprised student midwives and the third group was of second year comprehensive Nursing students near completion of clinical experience in maternal and child health nursing. A 5 minute videotape sequence of a role played post natal patient was made for use in the research. All subjects were given the same initial pre-information, viewed the videotape and gave written description of what they saw on the videotape and their response ( as the Nurse in the situation). This data provided a base line for each subject. Subject were then given additional pre-information concerning the patient's physical condition, her baby's condition or formed part of the control group ( receiving no additional information) The procedure was repeated. These responses were then compared with the base line for each subject. Responses were coded by means of content analysis. Group data was analysed using multivariate one way analysis of variance graphical display. The results indicated support of the hypothesis that the nature of the pre-information does influence the way in which a Nurse perceives a patient and resulting Nursing actions. Implications of these findings for Nurses are discussed
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 277 Serial 277
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Author Findlay, W.
Title (down) The effect of peer learning and review groups on practice nurses' clinical practice: A mixed method survey Type
Year 2006 Publication Abbreviated Journal Otago Polytechnic library. A copy can be obtained by contacting pgnursadmin@tekotago.ac.nz
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Primary health care; Nursing; Education; Clinical supervision
Abstract The aim of the study was to explore how practice nurses perceive engagement in Peer Learning and Review Groups impacts personally and professionally on their clinical practice. An anonymous self-administered postal questionnaire was completed by 55 practice nurses who attend Peer Learning and Review Groups in the South Island. A mixed method design was utilised to obtain both qualitative and quantitative data. Practice nurses considered group attendance was important for professional development with the majority perceiving that their attendance had a positive effect on their clinical practice. The nurses perceived clear linkages between the significant learning that occurred in the groups and changes in delivery of patient care. Additional benefits included improved collegial relationships, professional awareness and personal growth. The author concludes that, together, these findings underline the importance of Peer Learning and Review Groups as an effective tool for ongoing personal and professional development within nursing.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 490
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