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Author Patel, Reena
Title Nurse expertise saves lives through early recognition of patient deterioration Type Book Whole
Year 2022 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 183 p.
Keywords Patient deterioration; Nurse concern; Early warning scoring (EWS); Physiologically unstable patient (PUP) tool
Abstract Explores and identifies factors associated with nurse concern when patient deterioration is recognised in the absence of an emergency activation score such as early warning scoring (EWS) or the physiologically-unstable patient (PUP) tool. Describes the two phases of the multi-site and mixed-methods study: retrospective chart review of 19,326 referrals for emergency assistance; and seven focus group discussions with 29 nurses about what they do when concerned about patient deterioration in the absence of an EWS. Highlights the role of nurse expertise, knowledge and skill in identifying patient deterioration prior to the activation score on an EWS.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1843
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Author Marshall, Dianne
Title Surgical nurses' non-technical skills: A human factors approach Type Book Whole
Year 2016 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 256 p.
Keywords Surgical nurses; Non-technical skills (NTS); Adverse patient events; Taxonomy; Surveys
Abstract Explores the social and cognitive non-technical skills (NTS) required of nurses practising in general surgical wards, a taxonomy of NTS for general surgical nurses, and identifies the differences in levels of performance of the NTS between experienced and less experienced nurses, by means of applied cognitive task analysis (ACTA). Highlights the association between poor performance of NTS with adverse patient events. Conducts the study in four surgical wards in a metropolitan hospital, using observation and semi-structured interviews with RNs.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1844
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Author Gagan, M.J.; Boyd, M.; Wysocki, K.; and Williams, D.J.
Title The first decade of nurse practitioners in New Zealand: A survey of an evolving practice Type Journal Article
Year 2014 Publication Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners Abbreviated Journal JAANP
Volume 26 Issue 11 Pages 612-619
Keywords Nurse practitioners; Nursing history
Abstract Provides an overview of the practices and outcomes of nurse practitioners (NP) across a variety of healthcare specialties since NPs were first registered in 2002. Uses the PEPPA model as a guide for the organisation of data, the discussion of findings, and recommendations for the future.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1845
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Author Barry, Christine; Severinsen, Christina; Towers, Andy
Title Work-related quality of life for support workers and the Pay Equity Settlement Act 2017 Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 5-11
Keywords Care and Support Worker (Pay Equity) Settlement Act 2017; Home-care support workers; Quality of life
Abstract Explores the impact of the Care and Support Worker (Pay Equity) Settlement Act (2017) on the quality of life of support workers on the job. Conducts semi-structured interviews with eight support workers, highlighting the following themes: work re-organisation, intensification, collegial working relations, managerial support and communication; pay increments.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1846
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Author Thomson, Patricia; Hudson, Dianne; Richardson, Anna; Campbell, Ada; Guihen, Avril
Title The placement experience of nursing students in managed isolation and quarantine facilities Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 12-18
Keywords COVID-19; Nursing students; Clinical placement; Managed Isolation and Quarantine Facilities (MIQF)
Abstract Conducts focus group interviews with seven nursing students whose third-year clinical placements occurred in Managed Isolation and Quarantine Facilities (MIQF) during level 3 lockdown in 2020. Describes the experiences of the students in terms of clinical skills, communication, support, safety and NCNZ competencies.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1847
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Author Moir, Chris; Taylor, Peta; Seaton, Philippa; Snell, Helen; Wood, Susan
Title Changes noticed following a pressure-injury link-nurse programme Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 19-24
Keywords Pressure injuries; Link nurses; Patient safety; Quality improvement
Abstract Identifies changes that link nurses noticed in their practice areas as a result of participating in a pressure-injury prevention programme. Uses three nurse focus groups to collect data about changes in pressure-injury prevention within their practice areas following implementation of a link-nurse programme. Talks to 22 nurses about increasing awareness of pressure injury prevention, use of assessment tools and documentation, and acquisition of injury prevention equipment.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1848
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Author McClunie-Trust, Patricia; Greenwood, Joanne
Title The lived experience of people with psoriasis: a qualitative meta-synthesis Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 25-40
Keywords Psoriasis; Well-being; Self-identity
Abstract Examines the psycho-social effects for adults living with the chronic dermatological condition. Undertakes a meta-synthesis of research into subjects' experiences of the condition, which yields 19 studies, from which three themes are identified: self-identity, personal well-being, and cultural identity. Makes recommendations for research and education.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1849
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Author Sibley, Elyse; Mercer, Christine
Title Management of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD): an integrative review Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 41-49
Keywords Dementia; Behaviour; Psychology; Non-pharmacological interventions
Abstract Describes the behavioural and psychological symptoms associated with dementia, including depression, agitation, psychosis, hallucinations, delusions and apathy. Employs an integrative review to investigate why care-givers resort to anti-psychotic medication in the first instance instead of non-pharmacological interventions to manage such symptoms. Identifies three themes: low staff-to-patient ratios, insufficient specialised staff; inadequate understanding of the manifestations of dementia.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1850
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Author Oda, Keiko; Bakri, Noor; Majeed, Sarah; Ferguson, Catherine; Bartlett, Shennae; Holden, Rachel; Thomson, W Murray; Parsons, John; Boyd, Michal; Smith, Moira
Title Improving nursing oral care practice for care-dependent older adults though inter-professional collaboration: a study protocol Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 50-57
Keywords Oral care; Dependent older adults; Inter-professional collaboration; Geriatric nursing; Oral care protocols
Abstract Aims to establish evidence-based oral care guidelines for nurses, in order to improve oral care for dependent adults. Considers how interprofessional collaboration and education (IPC/IPE) might improve nursing oral care practice. Intends to use guidelines in a pilot programme with community nurses caring for older adults living at home or in aged residential care.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1851
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Author Weber, Heidi
Title Deciding on a safe site for intramuscular injections in an acute mental health setting Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 58-61
Keywords Intramuscular injections; Mental health patients
Abstract Aims to provide practical guidance for health-care providers to ensure the safe and effective administration of intramuscular injections, when there is the potential for violence and agitation, as well as during personal restraint. Undertakes a realist review of the evidence comparing the dorsogluteal and ventrogluteal sites.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1852
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Author Woods, Heather
Title Oral history: a rich tapestry of information Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 62-64
Keywords Oral history; Interviewing; Oral history collections; Nursing Education and Research Foundation (NERF)
Abstract Explains oral history, its types and best practice. Introduces the Oral History and Sound Collection at Turnbull Library, focusing on the Nursing Education and Research Foundation (NERF) special collection of oral history interviews with nurses, which arose out of the NERF Oral History Project. Provides examples of three oral history interview records from the collection.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1853
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Author Butcher, Dan; Hales, Caz
Title Ensuring doctoral research is relevant to the international nursing community Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 39 Issue 2 Pages
Keywords Nursing research; Doctoral research; PhD research; International research community
Abstract Argues that nurses undertaking doctoral research have a responsibility to ensure their research engages with international nursing research and is relevant post-doctorally. Distinguishes between the purpose of PhDs and Professional Doctorates. Finds that nursing doctoral graduates are impeded from assuming leading roles in funded research. Attempts to find ways to address this challenge, suggesting that remote attendance at conferences and Internet communication with nurse researchers overseas encourages an international perspective on nursing topics. Backgrounds the establishment of an international nursing research community between Oxford Brookes University in the UK and Victoria University of Wellington in NZ.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1854
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Author Jull, Andrew
Title Becoming a clinical triallist: challenges and opportunities for nursing research Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 39 Issue 2 Pages
Keywords Clinical trials; Nursing research; Systematic reviews; Evidence-based practice
Abstract Asks what is the value of randomised ccontrolled trials (RCT), and argues that different trial designs are appropriate for different types of question, e.g. intervention, aetiology, diagnosis, prognosis, therapy, and experience. Backgrounds the formation of the Cochrane Collaboration. Relates the author's own experience in becoming a clinical triallist and considers the barriers to nurses running RCTs. Explains the need and intent of the Australasian Nursing and Midwifery Clinical Trials Network (ANMCTN)
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1855
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Author Mowat, Rebecca; Winnington, Rhona; Cook, Catherine
Title The integrative review: A threshold concept for Graduate Entry to Nursing students Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 39 Issue 2 Pages
Keywords Integrative reviews; Graduate Entry to Nursing students; Nursing research; Threshold Concepts
Abstract Provides a critical reflection on the integration of empirical learning with the literature on integrative reviews. Avers that in undertaking an integrative review, Granduate Entry Nursing students learn how nursing care is based in evidence-based practice. Considers the common problems for nursing students which make supervisory oversight necessary at every stage. Draws on the experiences of three academic supervisors with threshold concepts to suggest that incorporating a research identity into students' developing nursing identity enhances evidence-informed practice.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1856
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Author Marshall, Dianne
Title The impact of simulation-based learning activity using actor patients on final year nursing students' learning Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 39 Issue 2 Pages
Keywords Simulation learning; Role-play; Nursing students; Clinical practice; Decision-making; Surveys
Abstract Investigated final-year nursing students' perception of the effectiveness of a ward-based simulation learning activity using actor patients. Conducts focus group interviews after the simulation and three months later after clinical placement. Identifies three themes: decreasing the theory-practice gap; decision-making; nursing behaviour.
Call Number (up) NZNO @ research @ Serial 1857
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