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Author (down) Ward, V C url  openurl
  Title Preoperative fluid management of the older adult patient with hip fracture Type
  Year 2013 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 162 pp  
  Keywords Older people --Medical care; Hip joint -- Fractures -- Treatment; Hip joint -- Fractures -- Patients -- Rehabilitation; Fluid therapy; Preoperative care; Postoperative care; Outcome assessment (Medical care)  
  Abstract Explores the relationships between pre-operative fluid management (PFM) and post-operative outcomes. Undertakes an observational study of 100 consecutive older adult patients admitted to a tertiary NZ hospital with traumatic hip fracture between March and Sept 2012. Gathers data regarding cohort demographics and in-hospital events, including surgical details, alongside PFM and post-operative outcomes. Itemises characteristics of the patients, predominantly female with a mean age of 85.2 years. Finds no statistically significant relationship between pre-operative fluid management and post-operative outcomes.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1395  
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Author (down) Ward, J. openurl 
  Title High acuity nursing Type Journal Article
  Year 2001 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 7 Issue 12 Pages 15-19  
  Keywords Nurse-family relations; Emergency nursing; Technology  
  Abstract This article looks at the role of technology in nursing, and the interaction between it and human compassion and caring. The interface between critical care technologies and caring is explored, along with the social and political issues facing critical care areas.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1298 Serial 1283  
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Author (down) Ward, Cynthia; Evans, Alicia; Ford, Rosemary; Glass, Nel url  openurl
  Title Health Professionals Perspectives of Care for Seriously Ill Children Living at Home Type Journal Article
  Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 31 Issue 2 Pages 25-34  
  Keywords Seriously-ill children; Health professionals; Model of care; Complex health needs  
  Abstract Reports the findings of health professional's perceptions of beneficial care for seriously ill children and their families. Represents one component of a PhD qualitative evaluation study investigating care provided by a child health trust in NZ. Uses a focus group to identify key aspects of beneficial care and subsequent themes, including: collaboration between health providers, effective communication, expert skills, support for colleagues and after-hours care. availability.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1509  
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Author (down) Ward, C.R. openurl 
  Title Children matter: What is important to the child living with a life-threatening illness Type Miscellaneous
  Year 2005 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Children; Nurse-patient relations; Nursing; Chronically ill  
  Abstract When a child lives with a life-threatening illness there is a range of emotions that affect the child, family and people close to the child. This study utilises a narrative approach to explore what the child puts emphasis on in what is important to them as they live with serious illness. The study incorporates the nurse as narrator with the 'narratives' of the children integrated into her reflections to gain a broader understanding. The focus is on listening intently to the spoken needs of children, their story and the meaning they make of their situation when they live with their illness. 'Children' in this study are between the ages of six years to 15 years. The aim of this research is to provide a clear understanding of the lived experience, which may illuminate the needs of the child and what is required throughout the time of illness; therefore informing health professionals of a culture of care that may support these needs. A broader understanding and deeper insight into the complexity of children living with life-threatening illnesses provides a basis for the development of sensitive, humanistic quality nursing care for both the child and his/her family, this then enhances the potential for best practice for children living with a life-threatening illness.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 577  
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Author (down) Walsh, K.; Moss, C.; Lawless, J.; McKelvie, R.; Duncan, L. openurl 
  Title Puzzling practice: A strategy for working with clinical practice issues Type Journal Article
  Year 2008 Publication International Journal of Law and Psychiatry Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 14 Issue 2 Pages 94-100  
  Keywords Nursing philosophy; Clinical decision making; Problem solving  
  Abstract The authors share the evolution of innovative ways to explore, 'unpack' and re-frame clinical issues that exist in everyday practice. The elements of these processes, which they call 'puzzling practice', and the techniques associated with them, were delineated over a two year period by the authors using action theory based processes. The authors have evolved several different frameworks for 'puzzling practice' which they draw on and use in their practice development work and in research practice. This paper pays attention to a particular form of puzzling practice that they found to be useful in assisting individual clinicians and teams to explore and find workable solutions to practice issues. In this example 'puzzling practice' uses seven different elements; naming the issue; puzzling the issue; testing the puzzle; exploring the heart of out practice; formulating the puzzle question; visualising the future; and generating new strategies for action. Each of the elements is illustrated by the story and the key foundations and ideas behind each element is explored.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 838  
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Author (down) Walsh, C.; Boyd, L.; Baker, P.; Gavriel, A.; McClusky, N.; Puckey, T.C.; Sadler, D.; Stidworthy, A. openurl 
  Title It was time for me to leave: A participatory action research study into discharge planning from an acute mental health setting Type Report
  Year 2001 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Psychiatric Nursing; Patient satisfaction; Hospitals; Administration  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1275 Serial 1260  
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Author (down) Walker, Leonie; Clendon, Jill; Willis, Jinny openurl 
  Title Why older nurses leave the profession Type Journal Article
  Year 2018 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 9 Issue 1 Pages 5-11  
  Keywords Attrition, Early retirement, Older nurses, Retention  
  Abstract Examines whether reasons reported in the international 'intention to leave nursing' literature match those given by NZ nurses who left the profession before retirement age. Conducts an online survey in 2016 of nurses who had left the NZNO. Asks about their decision-making process, factors that led to the decision, and what workplace changes might have helped them remain. Analyses results by age cohort.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1594  
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Author (down) Walker, Leonie; Clendon, Jill; Cheung, Vivian openurl 
  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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Author (down) Walker, J.; Bailey, S.; Brasell-Brian, R.; Gould, S. openurl 
  Title Evaluating a problem based learning course: An action research study Type Journal Article
  Year 2001 Publication Contemporary Nurse Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 10 Issue 1/2 Pages 30-38  
  Keywords Nursing; Education; Teaching methods  
  Abstract The purpose of this study was to evaluate how the New Zealand style of problem based learning was developing students' understanding and integration of knowledge. The 'pure' problem based learning process has been adapted to move students gradually from teacher direction to taking responsibility for their learning. Two cycles of an action research method were used, involving 4 lecturers and 17 students. Data was collected both quantitatively and qualitatively over a 16-week period. Findings indicated the importance of: explaining the purpose and process of problem based learning; communicating in detail the role of both students and lecturers; keeping communication lines open; addressing timetabling issues and valuing this method of learning for nursing practice. Implications for nursing education are addressed.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 695  
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Author (down) Wade, M.R. openurl 
  Title Community based nurse case management: the experience of consumers Type
  Year 1996 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal Flinders University of South Australia  
  Volume 7 Issue 3 Pages 4-10  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 332 Serial 332  
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Author (down) Voice, D.M. openurl 
  Title Everyday district nurses' experiences revealed through distillation: Palliative care in the community Type
  Year 2006 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords District nursing; Palliative care; Community health nursing; Nursing  
  Abstract This modified action research inquiry focused on the everyday, palliative care practice experiences of a group of district nurses. The intent was to develop an understanding of common issues of concern for this group of district nurses when providing palliative home care in a specific community context and to implement practical, achievable strategies in response to these local issues. Five district nurses identified four broad areas for action through four praxis group meetings and comprising one full cycle. These four areas have been named as methods of enhancing support for people and families, possibilities for creatively managing workloads, mechanisms to enrich working partnership with other palliative care providers and possible vehicles for supporting nurses' self care. Implementation of action from this action research project focused on enhancing care and outcomes for people and family served by this group of district nurses in their local community. This study illuminates everyday essences of the district nurse role and the elements articulated by this group in supporting their practice in one New Zealand community. This study also reveals some of the tensions and messiness when employing an action research methodology with nurses in the workplace. The author notes that this research focused on a little known area (palliative care delivered by district nurses in New Zealand) in a local community (a culturally vibrant and ethnically diverse yet with poor health and socioeconomic statistics). She goes on to say that it has resonance with other nurses, particularly those working in community settings who may experience similar issues and concerns. This research also offers important insights for nurses working in any practice setting.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 520 Serial 506  
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Author (down) Vick, Margaret; Dannenfeldt Gudrun; Shaw, Bill openurl 
  Title Do students training to be health-care workers have compassionate attributes? Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 16-22  
  Keywords Compassion; Health care students; Surveys; Measurements  
  Abstract Measures the extent to which health-care students began their training with compassionate attributes. Defines compassion as an awareness of others and a desire to help, using a non-judgmental approach. Highlights the significance of compassion in health care. Provides a self-administered 'compassion to others' psychometric scale to measure compassionate attributes to 146 students enrolled in the first semester of nursing, midwifery and social work at the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec). Analyses data using the SPSS and ANOVA for descriptive statistics and predictive information.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1538  
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Author (down) Ventura-Madangeng, Judee; Wilson, Denise openurl 
  Title Workplace violence experienced by registered nurses : a concept analysis Type Journal Article
  Year 2009 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 25 Issue 3 Pages 37-50  
  Keywords Workplace violence; Registered nurses and violence; Concept analysis  
  Abstract Undertakes a concept analysis, based on the relevant literature from 1990-2005, to develop an operational definition of workplace violence as experienced by registered nurses (excluding mental health nurses), together with a set of criteria to identify the phenomenon.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1450  
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Author (down) Vandergoot, A. openurl 
  Title From ward nurse to proficient critical care nurse: A narrative inquiry study Type
  Year 2005 Publication Abbreviated Journal Akoranga Theses Collection, Auckland University of Technology  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Nursing specialties  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 602 Serial 588  
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Author (down) Vandergoot, A. openurl 
  Title From ward nurse to proficient critical care nurse: a narrative inquiry study Type
  Year 2005 Publication Abbreviated Journal Held by Lakes DHB Library (ROM)  
  Volume Issue Pages  
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  Abstract A dissertation [thesis] presented in partial fulfillment of the degree of Master of Health Science.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1367  
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