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Author Philips, Hazel; Wilkinson, Jill
Title Non-prescribing diabetes nurse specialist views of nurse prescribing in diabetes health Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue 1 Pages (up) 5-15
Keywords Diabetes nurse specialist; Diabetes nurse prescriber; Registered nurse; Workforce planning
Abstract Presents the results of a survey of non-prescribing diabetes nurse specialists' views of prescribing in the wake of a trial and staged implementation of diabetes nurse specialist prescribing. Conducts on online survey of members of the diabetes nurse specialist section of NZNO. Analyses the results descriptively, finding a statistically significant relationship between being a specialist and the intention to prescribe. Avers that for diabetes nurse specialist prescribing to continue, the resources for supervision must be taken into account in workforce planning.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1498
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Author Barton, Pipi; Wilson, Denise
Title Te Kapunga Putohe (the restless hands) : a Maori centred nursing practice model Type Journal Article
Year 2008 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 24 Issue 2 (Jul) Pages (up) 6-15
Keywords Maori-centred practice; Nursing model; Maori health; Indigenous; Kaupapa Maori; Maori health
Abstract Notes an absence of nursing practice models focussing on the traditional beliefs of Maori amongst nursing literature. Presents Te Kapunga Putohe (the restless hands) model of Maori centred nursing practice. Illustrates how Maori knowledge and nursing knowledge can be incorporated to deliver nursing care that is both culturally appropriate and can improve the nursing experience for Maori clients.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1434
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Author Mortensen, Annette
Title Cultural safety : does the theory work in practice for culturally and linguistically diverse groups? Type Journal Article
Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 26 Issue 3 Pages (up) 6-16
Keywords Cultural safety; Cultural and lingulistic diversity (CALD); Asian, refugee and migrant groups
Abstract Critically examines the theoretical base of the cultural safety guidelines for nursing practice with respect to culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) groups. Poses two questions: have the guidelines led to culturally-safe nursing practice in health care for CALD groups; have the guidelines contributed to provision of culturally-acceptable health care for CALD groups?
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1457
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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
Volume 28 Issue 1 Pages (up) 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 Janssen, Josephine; Nelson, Katherine
Title Meeting the needs of Maori with diabetes : evaluation of a nurse-led service Type Journal Article
Year 2014 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 30 Issue 3 Pages (up) 6-18
Keywords Maori health; Diabetes, Indigenous populations; Maori nurses; Case studies
Abstract Explores the effectiveness and acceptability of a nurse-led Maori diabetes programme run by Te Hauora O Ngati Rarua for their clients. Uses embedded case study evaluation to assess the programme in relation to the Wagner Chronic Care Model. Confirms the importance of providing culturally-appropriate health services by Maori specialist nurses.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1495
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Author Carstensen, Cassandra; Papps, Elaine; Thompson, Shona
Title When a child is diagnosed with severe allergies: an auto-ethnographic account Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 2 Pages (up) 6-16
Keywords Childhood allergies; Anaphylactic reaction; Motherhood; Nurse empathy; Auto-ethnography
Abstract Reports research that explores the experience of raising a child with severe allergies in NZ and the potential for an anaphylactic reaction. Utilises an auto-ethnographic research approach to provide details of managing the diagnosis and day to day life of a child with severe allergies through narratives written from the perspective of the child's mother who is also a nurse. Undertakes a thematic analysis of the auto-ethnographic narrative, producing four emergent themes: being the mother; being a nurse; who is supporting us?; and desperately seeking knowledge.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1601
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Author Burrow, Maria; Gilmour, Jean; Cook, Catherine
Title The information behaviour of health care assistants: a literature review Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 3 Pages (up) 6-17
Keywords Health-care Assistants; Information ehaviour; Literature Review; Social Contexts
Abstract Reviews existing research literature to examine health-care assistants'(HCA) and other paid caregivers' information-seeking behaviour. e.g. identifying a need for information; and seeking, avoiding or sharing information. Identifies four social contexts for the behaviour: home health-care, residential dementia care, nursing homes, and acute hospital environments. Garners this data to support registered nurses (RN) who delegate direct care to a growing body of unregistered health-care assistants. Highlights the influence that situational factors and social contexts have on information behaviours.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1605
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Author Roy, Dianne; Gasquoine, Susan; Caldwell, Shirrin; Nash, Derek
Title Health professional and family perceptions of post-stroke information  Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue 2 Pages (up) 7-24
Keywords Stroke; Patient education; Families; Surveys
Abstract Conducts a mixed-methods descriptive survey to ascertain information needs of stroke families, as part of a longitudinal research programme, Stroke Families Whanau Programme. Asks 19 family members and 23 practitioners via interviews their opinions on current resources, and the appropriateness, accessibility, timeliness or omissions in the information provided, following a stroke. Identifies barriers to information provision.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1502
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Author Roy, Dianne; Gasquoine, Susan; Caldwell, Shirrin; Nash, Derek
Title Health Professional and Family Perceptions of Post-Stroke Information Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue 2 Pages (up) 7-24
Keywords Stroke; Patient education; Health professionals; Families
Abstract Undertakes a mixed-methods descriptive survey to ascertain the information needs of stroke families through identifying current practice and resources, their appropriateness, accessibility, timeliness and the information gaps. Collects qualitative and quantitative data via face-to-face interviews. Identifies barriers to effective provision of information, including language and other communication barriers, time constraints and workload issues for health professionals. Highlights the discrepancy between health professionals' theoretical understanding of information provision and their actual practice.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1508
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Author Duthie, Andrew; Roy, Dianne E; Niven, Elizabeth
Title Duty of care following stroke: family experiences in the first six months Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue 3 Pages (up) 7-16
Keywords Stroke; Family; Caregivers
Abstract Uses hermeneutic phenomenology to examine how stroke affects the survivor’s wider

family. Investigates the experience of becoming and being a family member of someone who has had a stroke, during the first six months from the initial stroke. Interviews three participants from the same extended family at six weeks, three months and six months. Identifies the emerging themes and sub-themes of their care for the survivor.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1510
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Author Wainwright, Bethli; Julich, Shirley; Waring, Marilyn; Yeung, Polly; Green, Jennifer
Title Leaving the experts: experiences of liver transplant recipients in New Zealand Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 32 Issue 3 Pages (up) 7-19
Keywords Liver transplant recipient; Quality of life; Surveys; Well-being
Abstract Explores the experiences of discharged liver transplant recipients as they leave the hospital experts and return home. Adopts a sequential, exploratory mixed-method design, with a qualitative component: in-depth interviews with 17 liver transplant recipients. Explores their perspectives on quality of life post-operation in order to develop key concepts of post-operative wellbeing.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1520
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Author Turney, Faith; Kushner, Bernie
Title The experience of the spouse caring for a partner with Parkinson's disease Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 33 Issue 1 Pages (up) 7-16
Keywords Parkinson's Disease; Informal carer; Partner; Caregiver burden
Abstract Seeks to understand the experience of a spousal caregiver of a partner with Parkinson’s disease. Sets out to: explore the experience of caring for a partner with Parkinson’s disease, identify areas of support that may be needed, and inform professional health practice about the perceptions of the caregiver spouse. Undertakes a qualitative descriptive study, collecting data from semi-structured interviews with five women over the age of 65 years of age.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1521
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Author Burrow, Maria; Gilmour, Jean; Cook, Catherine
Title Healthcare assistants and aged residential care: A challenging policy and contractual environment Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 33 Issue 2 Pages (up) 7-19
Keywords Healthcare assistants; Aged care; Registered nurses; Supervision; Retention; Nursing education
Abstract Examines NZ policy and care demands in aged residential care. Maintains that registered nurses need to understand the socio-political, economic and educational factors that influence care delivery in aged residential care. Presents an overview of the current role of healthcare assistants (HCAs)in aged residential care, based on a review of the existing grey literature, current national policy, DHB contract agreements and NZNO collective agreements.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1533
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Author Water, Tineke; Rasmussen, Shayne; Neufeld, Michael; Gerrard, Debra; Ford, Katrina
Title Nursing's duty of care: from legal obligation to moral commitment Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 33 Issue 3 Pages (up) p.7-20
Keywords Duty of care; Registered nurses; Professional standards; Legal obligation; Moral commitment
Abstract Maintains that duty to care is a fundamental basis of nursing practice. Explores the historical origins and development of the concept, alongside nurses' legal, ethical and professional parameters associated with duty of care. Identifies major concepts including legal and common-law definitions of duty of care, duty of care as an evolving principle, the moral commitment to care, and the relevance of duty of care to nursing practice in NZ.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1587
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Author Kell, Anne-Marie; Gilmour, Jean; Wissen, Kim van
Title Nurses' experiences caring for patients surgically treated for oral cavity cancer Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 1 Pages (up) p.7-19
Keywords Oral cavity cancer; Surgery; Post-operative nursing; Emotional labour; Stress
Abstract Explores nurses' experiences of caring for patients who have had surgery for oral cavity cancer in one NZ hospital, involving wound care, tracheostomy management, oral care, ongoing patient education and the provision of emotional support to patients and families. Interviews three registered nurses about the challenges involved in caring for this patient group; their moral conflict over the effects of surgery on the patients; their professional uncertainty, and the emotional effort involved in nursing oral cavity cancer patients. Suggests the need for informal debriefing, grief counselling, clinical supervision, stress management training, and continuing education in this specialised role.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1590
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