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Author (up) McClunie-Trust, P
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 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 (up) McClunie-Trust, P.
Title Body boundaries and discursive practices in life threatening illness: Narratives of the self Type
Year 2000 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Nurse-family relations; Nursing; Ethics
Abstract This thesis tells a story from within and between the boundaries of my professional work as a nurse and my private life as the wife of a patient with life threatening illness. The events related in the thesis are told using a technique I have called writing back to myself, where my own journals and stories of the experience of living with life threatening illness provide data for analysis. The reader is invited to participate in these representations and to consider the potential for the skilful practice of nursing which may be read in the stories, and the analysis I have developed from them. I have developed the theoretical and methodological positionings for the thesis from the work of Foucault (1975,1979,1982,1988), Deleuze (1988), Ellis (1995), Richardson (1998) and other writers who utilise genealogical or narrative approaches. The analysis of my own stories in the thesis explores the philosophical and contextual positionings of the nurse as a knowledge worker through genealogies of practice and the specific intellectual work of the nurse. Local and contextual epistemologies are considered as ways of theorising nursing practice through personal knowledge, which is surfaced through the critical analysis of contextual positionings and the process of writing as inquiry.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 791
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Author (up) McNamara, N.
Title The meaning of the experience for ICU nurses when a family member is critically ill: A hermeneutic phenomenologcial study Type
Year 2007 Publication Abbreviated Journal NZNO Library
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Intensive care nursing; Nurse-family relations
Abstract This study provides insight into the experience of being an ICU nurse and relative of a critically ill patient. Analysis of data from interviews of four ICU nurses who had experienced having a family member admitted to ICU brought up several themes. These included: a nurses' nightmare, knowing and not knowing, feeling torn, and gaining deeper insight and new meaning. Recommendations for organisational support for ICU nurse/relatives, and education for staff are made, based on the findings.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1312 Serial 1296
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Author (up) Mockford, Andrea
Title The exploration of systems and technologies to enhance the healthcare of children under five Type Report
Year 2009 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 130p
Keywords Child health services; Children's hospitals; Family nursing; Reports
Abstract The well known premise that 'healthy children grow into healthy adults' should reinforce the need for us to engage with parents and caregivers to ensure that we support them with meeting their child's health care needs. This scholarship enabled the author to see what the UK, Sweden, the US, and Canada were doing to strengthen and support children under five and their families across the continuum of care. Part of the Margaret May Blackwell Scholarship Reports series.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1422
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Author (up) Moke, Karen
Title Finding the balance: Family inclusive practice in adult community mental health Type Book Whole
Year 2019 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 110 p.
Keywords Mental health nurses; Clinical managers; Adult community mental health services; Family-inclusive practice; Surveys
Abstract Explores family-inclusive practice in Adult Community Mental Health in a District Health Board. Focuses on what adult community mental health nurses and clinical managers consider to be barriers and facilitators to family-inclusive practice. Explores community mental health nurses' and clinical managers' perspectives of family-inclusive practice through semi-structured interviews using a descriptive qualitative design.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1653
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Author (up) Norton, V.
Title Don't wait until we are struggling: what patients and family caregivers tell us about using a syringe driver Type Journal Article
Year 2014 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 5 Issue 1 Pages 12-16
Keywords Patients and family caregiver; Syringe driver; Palliative care; Symptom management
Abstract Undertakes a study to ascertain the experiences, perceptions and assumptions of patients and their family caregiver(s) about the use of a syringe driver in palliative care. Enrols hospice cancer patients who use syringe drivers to provide continuous delivery of drugs. Conducts interviews with 27 individuals: 12 patient/family caregiver pairs, and 3 caregivers. Uses thematic analysis to apply codes to data to reveal shared versus unique experiences.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1399
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Author (up) Roberts, C.
Title The influence of nursing culture on family visiting in adult intensive care units Type
Year 2007 Publication Abbreviated Journal Otago Polytechnic library. A copy can be obtained by contacting pgnursadmin@tekotago.ac.nz
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Intensive care nursing; Nurse-family relations; Culture; Nursing
Abstract This dissertation considers the implications of the relationship between nurses and the patient's family, when family members visit intensive care units (ICUs) following the acute admission of a relative there. In particular it explores the issues of power and control, nurses might have in this setting, the culture that supports that, and the implications this has for practice in the New Zealand context. A comprehensive literature review on the perspective of nurses in relation to relatives visiting adult intensive care units was conducted. The author concludes that nurses modify policies related to visiting access for family members to suit themselves, and the needs of their patient. Nurses use a variety of tactics to maintain a position of power and control by looking out for themselves first, their patient second, and relatives third. The need of the patient and their families is not well understood by nurses, and nurses feel they have inadequate skills to cope with the needs and stresses of visiting relatives. The author suggests that for nurses to provide family focused care in ICU they must develop a therapeutic relationship with all concerned. ICU nursing culture affects nurses ability to focus on caring for their patients and their families. Nurses in ICU appear to need to maintain power and control over their environment but further research is needed to identify the current situation in New Zealand ICUs.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 502
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Author (up) Rochford, N.M.
Title As a nurse in the family: Three women's stories of what it means for a female nurse to be caregiver to a family member who is ill, elderly or with an enduring illness Type
Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Nurse-family relations
Abstract In this research, three female registered nurses relived their experiences of being caregiver to a family member who was ill, elderly or had an enduring illness and explored whether they chose, or felt obligated, to assume the role of caregiver because they were nurses. This research was an exploratory descriptive study utilising narrative as inquiry and the method of story-telling. It is women-centered, taking into account the unpaid role of caregiving within families most often fulfilled by women. Four main themes were identified and renamed to highlight research findings – these were the culture of nursing, silence of the nurses, emotional cloudiness, and the natural role of the nurse. Through this study it is hoped that nurses will be more aware of the impact their caregiving roles have had on their lives. The importance in acknowledging the effects of caregiving, relevance of informing employers to promote supportiveness, implications for workforce development and recognising the loss of objectivity in caring when emotions are involved, are identified in this research. The author suggests that further indepth research about these concepts would be a valuable contribution to the nursing profession and ideas for future research have been identified.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 802
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Author (up) Rosieur, J.
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 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 (up) Stewart, A.
Title When an infant grandchild dies: Family matters Type
Year 2000 Publication Abbreviated Journal ResearchArchive@Victoria
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Grief; Nurse-family relations; Infants; Nursing research
Abstract This research undertaken by a nurse working with bereaved families, aimed to explore how grandparents, parents and health/bereavement professionals constructed grandparent bereavement when an infant grandchild died unexpectedly. The 26 participants, living in New Zealand and the United Kingdom, included 16 grandparents and 6 parents from 11 families, in addition to three health/bereavement professionals. A constructivist inquiry informed by writings on nursing, storying and postmodernism was used. Through an exploration of the methodological and ethical issues that arose and were addressed during the study, this work adds to knowledge of how constructivist inquiry can be used in nursing and bereavement research. In addition, the context of this research as a partnership with multiple family members contributes to the ongoing debate about whether participation in bereavement research may be harmful or therapeutic. Conversations in this research formed a series of interviews and letters, which led to the development of a joint construction and each individual's story. A grandchild's death was constructed as a challenge which grandparents faced, responded to and then managed the changes that arose from the challenge. The context of their bereavement was seen as underpinned by their relationship as “parents of the adult parents” of the grandchild who died. This meant that grandparents placed their own pain second to their wish to support and “be with” the parents. Outside the family was where many grandparents found friends, colleagues or their community forgot, or chose not to acknowledge, their bereavement. This work shows how some grandparents help to create a space within the family which maintains a continuing relationship with the grandchild who died.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1205
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Author (up) Tautua, Pelei
Title Exploring primary health care nursing for child and family health (specifically targeting 0-5 year's age group). Margaret May Blackwell Travel Study Fellowship for Nurses of Young Children 2002 Type Report
Year 2002 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 82 p.
Keywords Primary health care – Nursing; Pacific Islanders – Health; Child health services; Family health
Abstract Compares the delivery models used by primary health-care nurses in Auckland for follow-up services aimed at Pacific children discharged from hospital with preventable illnesses, with similar services and programmes in Tonga and Samoa. Also compares NZ and Pacific Island programmes to promote immunisation and breastfeeding. Part of the Margaret May Blackwell Scholarship Reports series.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1420
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Author (up) Tipa, Zoe Kristen
Title Family Partnership as a model for cultural responsiveness in a well child context Type Book Whole
Year 2013 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 149 p.
Keywords Family partnership model; Communication; Cultural competence; Plunket nurses; Community nursing; Maori children
Abstract Examines whether the Family Partnership model could be considered a model for cultural responsiveness while simultaneously providing a platform for more accurate assessment of the cultural competence of Plunket nurse practice. Determines the relationship between Family Partnership training for Plunket nurses and Maori child health outcomes. Distributes an online survey to Plunket nurses who had completed the training and to a group who had not. Conducts 10 observations and interviews with Plunket nurses and Maori clients. Presents the findings in three areas: Plunket nurse practice, client experience, and the impact of Family Partnership training on Plunket as an organisation.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1782
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Author (up) Tipa, Zoe; Wilson, Denise; Neville, Stephen; Adams, Jeffery
Title Cultural Responsiveness and the Family Partnership Model Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue 2 Pages 35-47
Keywords Well-child care; Family partnership model; Child and family nursing; Maori; Biculturalism; Nurse-patient relationship
Abstract Investigates the bicultural nature of the Family Partnership Model for working with Maori whanau in the context of well-child care services. Reports a mixed-methods study in 2 phases: an online survey of 23 nurses trained in the Family Partnership Model and 23 not trained in the model; observation of nurses' practice and interviews with 10 matched nurse-Maori client pairs. Identifies 3 aspects of the findings: respectful relationships, allowing clients to lead, and lack of skills.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1501
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Author (up) Tritschler, E.; Yarwood, J.
Title Relating to families through their seasons of life: An indigenous practice model Type Journal Article
Year 2007 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 13 Issue 5 Pages 18-3
Keywords Parents and caregivers; Nursing models; Nurse-family relations; Communication
Abstract In this article the authors introduce an alternative way that nurses can be with families, using a relational process that can enhance nurses' responses when working with those transitioning to parenthood. Seasons of Life, a framework adapted from the Maori health model He Korowai Oranga, emerged from practice to offer a compassionate and encouraging stance, while at the same time respecting each family's realities and wishes. The model allows the exploration of the transition to parenthood within a wellness model, and takes a strengths-based approach to emotional distress. This approach provides a sense of “normality”, rather than of pathology, for the emotions experienced by new parents. The specific issues men may face are discussed, where despite recent culture change that allows men a more nurturing parental role, there is still no clear understanding of how men articulate their sense of pleasure or distress at this time. Practitioners are encouraged to examine their own assumptions, values and beliefs, and utilise tools such as reflective listening, respect, insight and understanding. The most significant aspect of relationship between nurse and parents is not the outcome, but how nurses engage with families. Examples from practice will demonstrate some of the differing ways this relational process framework has been effective.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1007 Serial 991
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Author (up) Walker, Leonie; Clendon, Jill; Cheung, Vivian
Title Family responsibilities of Asian nurses in New Zealand: implications for retention Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 4-10
Keywords Asian nurses; Family caregiving; Workforce retention
Abstract Explores the care-giving responsibilities of Asian NZNO member nurses for both children and elders, and the impact of these on their work, their nursing careers and their intention to remain as nurses in NZ. Takes a mixed-method approach using a group interview of 25 nurses and a survey of 562 nurses. Highlights impacts on nurses, revealing variable access to support, with implications for continuing education, career advancement and retention.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1525
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