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Author Gleeson, Erica; Carryer, Jenny openurl 
  Title Nursing staff satisfaction with the acute pain service in surgical ward setting Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 1 Pages 14-26  
  Keywords Nursing; Pain; Acute pain service; Staff sataisfaction; Surveys  
  Abstract (down) Traces the establishment of acute pain services (APS) in the 1990s within hospitals both nationally and internationally. Explores, by means of a survey, the level of nursing satisfaction within one large hospital. Distributes questionnaires to 58 nursing staff working in association with the APS to ascertain satisfaction with regard to availability, communication and contribution to increased knowledge..  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1452  
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Author McClunie-Trust, P url  openurl
  Title Negotiating Boundaries: The Nurse Family Member Caring for Her Own Relative in Palliative Care Type
  Year 2010 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Palliative care; boundaries; patient-family relations  
  Abstract (down) This research illuminates the challenges of living well within one's own family as a nurse caring for her own relative who is dying of a cancer-related illness. Developing a deeper awareness of the consequences of this caring work has been the central focus for inquiry in this research. Nursing requires epistemologies that encompass new ways of understanding how we live within our own families and communities and practice as nurses. The theoretical framework that guides this research interprets the French Philosopher Michel Foucault's (1926-1984) critical history of thought as an ethical project for nursing. It uses conceptual tools developed in his later writing and interviews to draw attention to how discursive knowledge and practices constitute subjectivity in relations of truth, power and the self's relation to the self. The first aspect of the analysis, landscapes of care examines the techniques of discourse as relations of power and knowledge that constitute nurse family members as subjects who have relationships with their own families and other health professionals. The second aspect analyses care of the self and others as self work undertaken to form the self as a particular kind of subject and achieve mastery over one's thoughts and actions.As an exploration of the complex and contradictory subjectivities of the nurse family member, this research illuminates the forms and limits of nursing practice knowledge. It shows how nursing is practised, and the identity of the nurse is created, through intellectual, political and relational work, undertaken on the self in relation to others, as modes of ethical engagement.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1350  
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Author Watson, P, B. openurl 
  Title 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 (down) 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 Therkleson, T. url  openurl
  Title A phenomenological study of ginger compress therapy for people with osteoarthritis Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication The Indo-Pacific Journal of Phenomenology Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 10 Issue 1 Pages 1-10  
  Keywords Ginger compress therapy; osteoarthritis  
  Abstract (down) This paper claims rigour and sensitivity for a methodology used to explore multiple sources of data and expose the essential characteristics of a phenomenon in the human sciences. A descriptive phenomenological methodology was applied in a study of the experience of ten people with osteoarthritis receiving ginger compress therapy. The application of the phenomenological attitude, with reduction, bracketing and imaginative variation, allowed multiple sources of data-written, pictorial and oral – to be explicated. The applied methodology used is described in this paper, with its six clearly defined illustrated by examples from the study. The findings demonstrate that phenomenological reduction enabled an indication of the potential benefits of ginger compress treatment as a therapy for people with osteoarthritis.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1344  
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Author Walker, Leonie openurl 
  Title Hardships and hurdles: The experiences of migrant nurses in New Zealand Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal NZNO Library  
  Volume 1 Issue 1 Pages 4-8  
  Keywords Recruitment and retention; Personnel recruitment; Foreign nurses; English as a second language; Emigration and immigration; Bullying  
  Abstract (down) The New Zealand nursing workforce is increasingly made up of overseas trained nurses. There is extensive literature from elsewhere in the world on the impacts of international nurse recruitment and migration on individual nurses and on health services. The literature also portrays evidence of abuse and exploitation, yet few studies are available relating to the experiences of migrant nurses in New Zealand. This research conducted a survey of overseas-trained nurses, specifically focusing on those nurses for whom English is not their first language, to understand the experiences and factors affecting migrant registered nurses in New Zealand. Given the importance to the New Zealand workforce of overseas-trained nurses, this research highlighted that more warnings and advice regarding recruitment agencies and information about nursing in New Zealand and the Nursing Council requirements for registration should be made available to nurses prior to their migration. Nursing leaders should be particularly alert to any evidence of bullying or discrimination based on race or overseas origin.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1337  
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Author Gilmer, Mary Jane; Meyer, Alannah; Davidson, Jocelyn; Koziol-McLain, Jane openurl 
  Title Staff beliefs about sexuality in aged residential care Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 3 Pages 17-24  
  Keywords Sexuality; Residential care; Aged; Attitude of health personnel; Surveys  
  Abstract (down) Surveys 52 staff members from the rest-home component of aged-care facilities in one District Health Board, about how staff in such facilities approach and manage the sexuality needs of residents.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1458  
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Author Carter, Lynn J url  openurl
  Title Am I doing the right thing?: Plunket Nurses' experience in making decisions to report suspected child abuse and neglect Type Book Whole
  Year 2010 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 144 p.  
  Keywords Child abuse; Child neglect; Community nursing; Plunket nurses; Ethics; Surveys  
  Abstract (down) Studies the experiences of Plunket Nurses reporting suspected child abuse and/or neglect in uncertain situations, using hermeneutic phenomenology. Selects a purposeful sample to ensure participants could provide rich data through semi-structured, face-to-face and recorded telephone interviews. Guides data analysis using the framework developed by van Manen to formulate meaning from participant experiences.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1781  
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Author Shih, Li-Chin openurl 
  Title How does dialysis treatment affect the lives of rural Maori patients? Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 16 Issue 10 Pages 12-14  
  Keywords Renal disease; hemodialysis; maori  
  Abstract (down) Research into the effects of dialysis treatment on Maori patients living in rural Northland has already brought changes to practice just one year after the research was completed. Li-Chin Shih completed a thesis entitled “Impact of Dialysis on Rurally Based Mäori Clients and Their Whänau” in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Nursing, The University of Auckland, 2009. This article in Kai Tiaki is based on this research.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1347  
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Author Unac, Fiona; Marshall, Bob; Crawford, Ruth openurl 
  Title Nurse practitioner access to radiology and laboratory ser Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 1 Pages 27-37  
  Keywords NZ nurse practitioner; Radiology tests; Laboratory tests; Barriers  
  Abstract (down) Reports the findings of a quantitative descriptive survey of all NZ registered nurse practitioners (NPs), exploring NP access to radiology and laboratory services in 2008. Identifies the types of diagnostic tests NPs order from either laboratory or radiology services and the obstacles they face.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1453  
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Author Rosieur, J. openurl 
  Title An exploration of family partnership approaches to enhance care delivery and improve healthcare outcomes to young families within their communities Type Report
  Year 2010 Publication Abbreviated Journal NZNO Library  
  Volume Issue Pages 127 pp  
  Keywords Professional-family relations; family health; family nursing  
  Abstract (down) Margaret May Blackwell Trust Travel Study Fellowship 2009/2010.

This report is an exploration of some current international trends and tools in the delivery of services supporting families with young children that aim to utilise a partnership approach between health providers, families and their communities. The MMB scholarhsip for 2009/2010 included six weeks of international travel in order to consult with a range of people in realtion to services provided to parents with young children in their various communities. My proposal was to explore current policies supporting Family Partnership (FP)approaches in health services; trends relating to FP approaches in practice; tools supporting FP practice for clinicians; as well as recent FP training and initiatives.
 
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1353  
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Author Gibbons, V.; Rice, S.; Lawrenson, R openurl 
  Title Routine and rigidity: Barriers to insulin initiation in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal NZNO Library  
  Volume 1 Issue 1 Pages 19-22  
  Keywords Medication compliance; Diabetes Mellitus, Non-Insulin-Dependent; Primary health care  
  Abstract (down) It has been shown that intensive management of diabetes with type 2 diabetes is effective and has led to wider use of insulin. The conversion of patients from oral medication to insulin is usually managed in primary care. The study discussed here aimed to explore how patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) perceived insulin. The study was conducted in 2009 in an urban general practice in a large town in New Zealand with more than 300 patients with type 2 diabetes. A qualitative study was conducted with face-to-face interviews with 13 participants. The question focused on insulin initiation, lifestyle and routine. The transcribed responses were subject to thematic anaylsis. Interviews showed participants felt restricted by the prospect and eventuality of the routine and restrictions of being on insulin. Results show there needs to be a greater emphasis on the disease being progressive. This study provides the ground work for developing resources that will benefit patients with T2DM.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1339  
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Author Paddy, Ann url  openurl
  Title Ageing at work: the phenomenon of being an older experienced health professional Type Book Whole
  Year 2010 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 235 p.  
  Keywords Ageing; Employment; Older nurses; Nurse managers; Surveys  
  Abstract (down) Interviews 14 participants, 10 older and experienced health professionals, and four managers. Describes the lived experience of health professionals ageing at work, and of the managers interacting with them. Demonstrates that the ability of older practitioners to adapt to meet the ongoing physical demands of practice and their shifting workplace environment determines whether they will be valued at work and remain in their roles.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1803  
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Author Ripekapaia Gloria Ryan; Wilson, Denise openurl 
  Title Nga tukitanga mai koka ki tona ira : Maori mothers and child to mother violence Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 3 Pages 25-35  
  Keywords Indigenous women; Maori mothers; Child-to-mother violence; Kaupapa Maori; Support agencies  
  Abstract (down) Explores the experiences of Maori mothers who have been abused by a son or daughter using a qualitative descriptive research design based on kaupapa Maori methodology. Conducts semi-structured interviews with five Maori mothers, recording their experiences of abuse by a child, and its impact on the whanau/family. Analyses the interview transcripts for common themes. Highlights the importance of nurses in facilitating whanau ora (family wellbeing).  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1459  
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Author Crogan, Patricia Ann openurl 
  Title Nurses' perceptions of their role in quality improvement change Type Book Whole
  Year 2010 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 156 p.  
  Keywords Quality control; Quality assurance; Registered Nurses; Hospitals; Surveys  
  Abstract (down) Explores how nurses perceive quality improvement (QI) change, determines what is needed for nursing to further contribute to QI change and identifies the potential disconnect between the two. Undertakes a sequential, mixed-methods approach, using a questionnaire followed by a focus group representing 10 per cent of RNs at Middlemore Hospital.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1823  
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Author Foster, Pam; Neville, Steven openurl 
  Title Women over the age of 85 years who live alone : a descriptive study Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 1 Pages 4-13  
  Keywords Independence; Older women; Gerontological nursing; Living alone  
  Abstract (down) Explores and describes experiences of older women who live alone in the community, and who are often perceived by both society and health professionals as frail and dependent. Employs a qualitative descriptive methodology to underpin a survey of 5 older women living alone in their own homes, and analyses the data using a general inductive approach. Identifies 3 themes that emerge from the data.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1451  
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