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Author |
Mackay, Bev (and others) |
Title |
Utilising the hand model to promote a culturally-safe environment for international nursing students |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
27 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
13-24 |
Keywords |
Cultural safety; Nursing education; International students; Hand model |
Abstract |
Backgrounds and describes the Hand Model, developed by a nurse teacher to assist her in teaching cultural safety, and suggests its potential to provide a framework for creating a culturally-safe environment for international students in NZ, including those aspects of cultural safety specific to NZ. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1461 |
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Author |
Wood, Pamela J |
Title |
Understanding and evaluating historical sources in nursing history research |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
27 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
25-33 |
Keywords |
History of nursing; Historical research; Research methodology; Nurse researchers |
Abstract |
Describes four historical sources relevant to the history of nursing in NZ. Uses them to explain how nurse researchers can evaluate their research material. Outlines the five dimensions of evaluation: provenance, purpose, context, veracity, and usefulness. Explains the questions that must be addressed in each dimension of the evaluation. Illustrates the different kinds of information available in the 4 selected historical sources, by references to individual nurses. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1462 |
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Author |
Roberts, Jennifer; Floyd, Sue; Thompson, Shona |
Title |
The clinical nurse specialist in New Zealand : how is the role defined? |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
27 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
24-35 |
Keywords |
Clinical nurse specialist; Advanced nursing practice; Clinical expert |
Abstract |
Reports the findings from research designed to investigate the role of the clinical nurse specialist (CNS) and how it is defined by New Zealand District Health Boards (DHBs). Identifies the current requirements and expectations of the CNS role and how it is defined in practice. Collects 15 CNS job descriptions from 8 DHBs, subjecting them to thematic analysis yielding 4 key areas of the CNS role. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1465 |
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Author |
Scott, Susan (and others) |
Title |
The graduate nursing workforce : does an international perspective have relevance for New Zealand? |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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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. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1466 |
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Author |
Rodgers, Vivien; Gilmour, Jean |
Title |
Shaping student nurses' attitudes towards older people through learning and experience |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
27 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
13-20 |
Keywords |
Ageism; Nursing; Education; Attitudes |
Abstract |
Presents findings of a study comparing student nurse attitudes towards older people before and after an introductory nursing paper that included gerontology theory and clinical practice in an aged-care setting. Administers The Kogan Attitudes Towards Old People Scale to 56 nursing studies students at the beginning and end of the semester of study. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1467 |
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Author |
Batten, Lesley; Dutton, Jane |
Title |
Young tertiary students and help-seeking for health advice |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
27 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
31-42 |
Keywords |
Young people; Help-seeking; Health advice; Barker's model; Surveys |
Abstract |
Presents the findings of an anonymous, self-administered questionnaire to investigate help-seeking related to health concerns among young tertiary students. Highlights the need for nurses to be aware of the sources of health advice and support young people choose. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1469 |
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Author |
Richardson, F |
Title |
Editorial: Cultural Safety 20 Years On Time to Celebrate or Commiserate? |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
Available through NZNO library |
Volume |
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Issue |
19 |
Pages |
5-8 |
Keywords |
Cultural Safety -- Education; Curriculum; Education- Nursing |
Abstract |
There needs to be more practice-focused research about how cultural safety is experienced by the recipient of care and how it is applied in nursing and healthcare delivery. [...]sociology, science, and knowledge developed from within northern hemisphere societies. Because the ground is different for knowledge arising from the New Zealand experience, theorising cultural safety must be different too. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1379 |
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Author |
Adams, J |
Title |
Life Experience for an Adolescent with Type 1 Diabetes: Nursing Strategies to Support a Healthy Lifestyle |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
Available through NZNO library |
Volume |
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Issue |
19 |
Pages |
18-26 |
Keywords |
Diabetes Mellitus Type 1; Psychosocial Factors -- In Adolescence; Diabetic Patients- Life Experiences; Nursing Role |
Abstract |
This article explores the impact a chronic illness has on an adolescent patient, their family, and social, work, cultural and spiritual aspects of their life. The discussion will focus on the patient's healthcare experience and the nursing strategies undertaken to help maintain her optimum health. The personal information used in this article was gathered from an interview with the patient during a second-year undergraduate nursing student clinical learning experience. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1381 |
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Author |
Keer-Keer, Trudy |
Title |
The lived experience of adults with myasthenia gravis : a phenomenological study |
Type |
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Year |
2012 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
Available from the NZNO Library |
Volume |
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Issue |
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Pages |
120 pp |
Keywords |
Myasthenia gravis; Myasthenia gravis --Patients --Attitudes; Myasthenia gravis --Patients --Care; Phenomenological studies |
Abstract |
Examines the lived experiences of adults with myasthenia gravis(MG). Uses an interpretive phenomenological approach applying the research methodology of van Manen (1990). Interviews seven people living with MG and records their experiences of the disease. Poses broadly-worded questions about various topics related to MG, that include diagnosis, symptoms, treatments and coping strategies, guided by individual experiences. Reveals by means of thematic analysis that MG affects every aspect of a person?s ?lifeworld?: their sense of time, body, and space and their relationships with others. Highlights three main themes embedded in the data experienced by a person with MG: living with uncertainty, living with weakness and living with change. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1396 |
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Author |
Dallas, Janette; Neville, Stephen |
Title |
Health education and health screening in a sample of older men : a descriptive survey |
Type |
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. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1470 |
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Author |
Haggerty, Carmel; Holloway, Kathryn; Wilson, Debra |
Title |
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 |
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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 |
Spence, Deborah |
Title |
Preparing registered nurses depends on 'us and us and all of us' |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
28 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
5-13 |
Keywords |
Undergraduate nursing; Clinical teaching/learning; Team work; Collaboration |
Abstract |
Reports on the qualitative findings of a collaborative study undertaken to monitor implementation of a new model of clinical education for undergraduate nursing students. Describes the development of a clinical education model devised by 3 District Health Boards (DHBs) and 2 universities, based on the inclusion of student nurses in team nursing. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1473 |
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Author |
Donovan, Donna; Diers, Donna; Carryer, Jenny |
Title |
Perceptions of policy and political leadership in nursing in New Zealand |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
28 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
15-25 |
Keywords |
Nursing leadership; Policy and politics; Nursing organisations; Qualitative study; NZ nursing |
Abstract |
Describes a qualitative study of 18 nurse leaders interviewed about issues affecting their will to participate in political action, leadership, and policy work. Asks the nurses to describe their personal stages of political development, how they view NZ nurses' and nursing organisations' political development, and their views on increasing the role of nursing in healthcare policy development. Analyses the interviews to identify major themes. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1474 |
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Author |
Barnhill, Dianne; McKillop, Ann; Aspinall, Cathleen |
Title |
The impact of postgraduate education on registered nurses working in acute care |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
28 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
27-36 |
Keywords |
Postgraduate education; Clinical practice; Nursing education; Surveys |
Abstract |
Undertakes a quantitative descriptive study to investigate the impact of postgraduate education on the practice of nurses working in medical and surgical wards of a District Health Board (DHB) hospital. Distributes an anonymous postal survey to 57 registered nurses and 25 senior nurses in these clinical areas and discusses the findings. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1475 |
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Author |
Hedley, Cath and others |
Title |
The B4 school check behaviour measures : findings from the Hawke's Bay evaluation |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
28 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
13-23 |
Keywords |
Before (B4) School Checks; Child behaviour; Nurse evaluation; Parenting support |
Abstract |
Evaluates the B4 School Checks in Hawke's Bay, focusing on children assessed as having behaviour issues, as determined by the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). Reviews Health Hawke's Bay (HHB) records for the number and demographics of the children assessed, and the interventions recommended. Interviews 36 parents to discover what difference the B4 check made to children's behaviour and which aspects of the check contributed to successful outcomes. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1477 |
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