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Author |
Hall, L. |
Title |
Burnout: Results of an empirical study of New Zealand nurses |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Contemporary Nurse |
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Volume |
11 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
71-83 |
Keywords |
Occupational health and safety; Stress; Nursing |
Abstract |
This is the first New Zealand study to use the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) and the Phase Model of Burnout to determine the extent and severity of burnout in a population of 1134 nurses. Burnout is conceptualised as a syndrome consisting of three components-emotional exhaustion, reduced personal accomplishment and depersonalisation of clients or patients that occurs in individuals who work in the human service professions, particularly nursing. It has been observed that nurses are at a high risk of burnout and burnout has been described as the 'professional cancer' of nursing. Results revealed an overall 'low to average' level of burnout, suggesting that New Zealand nurses, apart from those in the 41-45 age group, are doing better than expected insofar as they are managing to avoid or not progress to the advanced phases of burnout. Possible explanations and directions for future research are presented. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1117 |
Serial |
1102 |
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Author |
Crawford, R. |
Title |
Nutrition: Is there a need for nurses working with children and families to offer nutrition advice? |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
13 |
Pages |
10-15 |
Keywords |
Paediatric nursing; Community health nursing; Nurse-family relations; Socioeconomic factors; Diet |
Abstract |
Using nursing and associated literature, the relevance of nutrition in the care of children and families is highlighted in this article. The role of a nurse in providing nutrition advice and interventions is examined, in the context of social and economic pressures on the provision of a healthy diet. Relevant examples of the provision of such advice is provided, along with competencies required to achieve this in practice. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1276 |
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Author |
Watson, K. |
Title |
Culture, breastfeeding and bottles |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
13 |
Pages |
19-23 |
Keywords |
Breastfeeding |
Abstract |
This essay explores some of the historical influences in New Zealand that have lead to the current infant feeding practices. It critically examines recent cultural influences on breastfeeding practices and seeks to explain why there is no breastfeeding culture. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1292 |
Serial |
1277 |
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Author |
Herbert, B. |
Title |
How often do health professionals wash their hands? |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
13 |
Pages |
29-32 |
Keywords |
Infection control; Attitude of health personnel |
Abstract |
This literature review presents evidence on health professionals' practice in hand washing. The research was primarily quantitative and consistently showed that health professionals did not have a lack of knowledge, but that hand washing was not always done. More qualitative research is required to investigate reasons for this and possible interventions. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1293 |
Serial |
1278 |
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Author |
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Title |
Dementia care: A literature review |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
13 |
Pages |
33-36 |
Keywords |
Dementia; Nurse-patient relations; Quality of health care; Nursing; Education |
Abstract |
This article defines dementia, and explores recent trends in relation to why it is such a misunderstood condition in the health care setting. Within a theoretical framework of literature development, nurse client relationships, and quality of care and attitudes are analysed. Gaps, inconsistencies and consistencies are outlined, with the implications for nursing practice and education explored. |
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Serial |
1279 |
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Author |
Horrocks, T. |
Title |
Implementing change combining Maori and Western knowledge in health delivery |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
13 |
Pages |
37-41 |
Keywords |
Maori; Cross-cultural comparison; Organisational culture; Quality assurance |
Abstract |
This article explores the incorporation of western knowledge with kaupapa Maori in the delivery of health care. It presents a fictional kaupapa Maori service, as a tool to explore the change process and influence that organisational culture and leadership styles have on a process of integrating a kaupapa Maori nursing service. The importance of continual evaluation through quality assurance measures was also conveyed. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1280 |
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Author |
Vernon, R.A. |
Title |
Clinical case study: Acute traumatic head injury |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
12 |
Pages |
3-9 |
Keywords |
Trauma; Emergency nursing; Nursing specialties; Quality of health care |
Abstract |
This clinical case study takes an integrated approach to investigation and critical analysis of the complex physiological and pathophysiological treatment modalities instigated when a patient presents following acute traumatic head injury. A broad overview of the developmental physiology of the brain and an explanation of the mechanism of traumatic brain injury as it relates to alterations in cerebral blood flow, intracranial pressure and cerebral metabolism is presented. The author describes in narrative form the clinical presentation of a patient, her symptoms and initial treatment rationale. It concludes with analysis of the patients initial treatment priorities and symptom management during the first 48 hours of her care. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1281 |
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Author |
Searle, J. |
Title |
Gender bias: Women and heart disease |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
12 |
Pages |
10-14 |
Keywords |
Cardiovascular diseases; Gender; Nursing; Female |
Abstract |
This article discusses the apparent gender bias prevalent in health care for women who experience cardiovascular disease. It considers how gender expectations and stereotypes affect health practices. Changes at the social, political and practice level necessary to achieve equitable care for women with cardiovascular disease are outlined. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1282 |
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Author |
Ward, J. |
Title |
High acuity nursing |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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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 |
Kyle, W. |
Title |
The influence of technology in nursing practice with elder care facilities |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
12 |
Pages |
20-23 |
Keywords |
Older people; Technology; Nursing specialties; Ethics; Training |
Abstract |
This article firstly describes the application of technological care practices in elder care, and then looks at the attitudes of the elderly and their families towards this care. The value of the equipment in terms of quality of care is considered, and a discussion of the continuing education needs of nurses is presented. The ethical questions around the use of technology are examined, along with possible strategies to deal with such issues. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1299 |
Serial |
1284 |
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Author |
Foster, S. |
Title |
The relationship of physical activity to health in elder adulthood |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
12 |
Pages |
24-27 |
Keywords |
Older people; Geriatric nursing; Health behaviour; Age factors |
Abstract |
This article discusses the importance of physical activity in the health of older people, in the context of holistic perspectives of elder adulthood and theories of ageing and recent research. The wide ranging role of the gerontologic nurse specialist is explored. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1285 |
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Author |
Ross, J. |
Title |
Perspectives on developing the advanced role of rural nursing in New Zealand |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Health Manager |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
8 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
19-21 |
Keywords |
Rural nursing; Advanced nursing practice; School nursing; Professional competence |
Abstract |
The author traces the development of rural nursing, which began as an assistant role for general practitioners, to the present role which incorporates advanced nursing practice. She reports the results of two surveys of nurses' roles and skills, from 1996 and 1999-2000. Specific rural competencies are identified, in managing isolation, professionalism in a small community, nurse/patient relationships in a small community, and independence. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1313 |
Serial |
1297 |
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Author |
McKenna, B.; Poole, S. |
Title |
Debating forensic mental health nursing [corrected] |
Type |
Miscellaneous |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
6 |
Pages |
18-20 |
Keywords |
Psychiatric Nursing; Law and legislation; Cross-cultural comparison; History of nursing |
Abstract |
Forensic mental health nursing roles have developed along different lines in the United States and the United Kingdom. The authors suggest that New Zealand nurses consider the evolution of such roles here. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1043 |
Serial |
1027 |
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Author |
Litchfield, M. |
Title |
A framework of complementary models of nursing practice: A study of nursing roles and practice for a new era of healthcare provision in New Zealand |
Type |
Report |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
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Online on the Ministry of Health's Centre for Rural Health pages |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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Keywords |
Nursing models; Rural nursing; Policy; Scope of practice |
Abstract |
This is the second of a series of research projects undertaken to present the contemporary picture of the nurse workforce and their work in rural settings to inform policy for development of rural healthcare. The document presents the findings of telephone interviews with nurses in different work rural work settings around the country discussing their practice. The analysis identified a framework of four models of nursing practice: two traditional models defined by the institutions employing nurses, and two emerging models defined by the new positions requiring nurses to respond directly to health need. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1176 |
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Author |
Walsh, C.; Boyd, L.; Baker, P.; Gavriel, A.; McClusky, N.; Puckey, T.C.; Sadler, D.; Stidworthy, A. |
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 |
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Volume |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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Keywords |
Psychiatric Nursing; Patient satisfaction; Hospitals; Administration |
Abstract |
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Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1275 |
Serial |
1260 |
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