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Author Malik, Zaffer Khan Cusi url  openurl
  Title Reviving resuscitation skills: Non-invasive ventilator training for ward nurses Type Journal Article
  Year (down) 2021 Publication Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 37 Issue 3 Pages 22-24  
  Keywords COVID-19; Intensive care; Non-invasive ventilation; Resuscitation; Clinical teaching  
  Abstract Describes the initiative at Wellington Regional Hospital to upskill ward nurses with non-invasive ventilation training as part of the pro-active response in anticipation of COVID-19 patients. Backgrounds the circumstances and practicalities of creating, teaching, and training advanced skills (non-invasive ventilation education) to ward nurses with limited respiratory experience.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1728  
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Author Mackle, Diane url  openurl
  Title Oxygen management in New Zealand and Australian intensive care units: A knowledge translation study Type Book Whole
  Year (down) 2021 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 299 p.  
  Keywords Oxygen therapy; Intensive Care Units (ICU); Intensive care nurses; ICU patients  
  Abstract Investigates the effects of participation in the Intensive Care Unit Randomised Trial Comparing Two Approaches to Oxygen therapy (ICU-ROX) randomised controlled trial, on attitudes and practices in relation to ICU oxygen therapy. Distributes a practitioner attitudes survey to 112 specialist doctors and 153 ICU nurses. Performs both inception and retrospective cohort studies using the Australian and NZ ICU adult patient database before, and post-publication of the ICU-ROX trial results.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1766  
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Author Yu, Shufen [Fiona] url  openurl
  Title Exploring resilience in Intensive Care Nurses in New Zealand Type Book Whole
  Year (down) 2021 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 314 p.  
  Keywords Resilience; Intensive care nurses; Physical activity; 12-hour shifts  
  Abstract Investigates intensive care nurses' resilience levels and their association with personal factors and physical activity behaviour; physical work activity behaviour during a 12-hour shift; and clustered physical activity profiles and associations with resilience. Performs a cross-sectional study with intensive care nurses from four units at three hospitals in Auckland. Employs accelerometry to measure participants' physical activity during four days, two at work and two in their own time, and uses the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale to measure resilience levels.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1767  
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Author Hackney, Leah H. url  openurl
  Title Examining the relationship between coping strategies, burnout, bullying, and distress in Registered Nurses working in intensive care and progressive care Type Book Whole
  Year (down) 2021 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 106 p.  
  Keywords Burnout; Bullying; Psychological distress; Coping styles; RNs; Intensive care unit; Progressive care unit; Surveys  
  Abstract Expands on existing research on the impact of coping constructs, derived from coping theory, on the inter-related issues of burnout, bullying, and psychological distress in RNs working in acute hospital settings, specifically Intensive Care Units (ICU) and Surgical Progressive Care Units (SPCU). Aims to demonstrate a positive relationship between burnout and bullying. Uses a quantitative cross-sectional design, collecting data via electronic questionnaire from RNs working in Christchurch Hospital's ICU and SPCU.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1841  
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Author Atherton, Susan; Crossan, Michael; Honey, Michelle url  doi
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  Title The impact of simulation education amongst nurses to raise the option of tissue donation in an intensive care unit Type Journal Article
  Year (down) 2020 Publication Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 36 Issue 1 Pages 20-29  
  Keywords Simulation education; Tissue donation; Intensive care unit  
  Abstract Explores the impact of simulation education on nurses' perception and experiences of raising the option of tissue donation with families of deceased patients in an intensive care unit. Conducts semi-structured interviews with 5 of 21 nurses participating in simulated education sessions involving family conversations about donation. Identifies four themes: rehearsal, confidence, nurse-family relationship, and sharing.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1673  
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Author O'Bery, Scholastica Sussanah url  openurl
  Title Registered Nurses experiences, knowledge and practice of kangaroo care for preterm babies in two Neonatal Intensive care units in South Island of New Zealand Type Book Whole
  Year (down) 2020 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 161 p.  
  Keywords Kangaroo care; Premature infants; Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; Surveys  
  Abstract Explores registered nurses' (RN) experiences, knowledge and practice of kangaroo care (KC) for preterm infants. Highlights factors promoting or hindering the uptake of the practice in two neonatal intensive care units in both the Canterbury and Southland DHBs. Undertakes a qualitative, semi-structured interview-based study with 14 RNs highlighting the use of KC in everyday clinical practice.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1764  
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Author Bear, Rebecca url  openurl
  Title Kangaroo Mother Care: Participatory action research within a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Aotearoa New Zealand Type Book Whole
  Year (down) 2019 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 318 p.  
  Keywords Neonatal Intensive Care Units; Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC); Mother-infant attachment; Participatory Action Research  
  Abstract Illustrates the use of participatory action research (PAR) to assist in the improvement of Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) in one Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in a NZ hospital, by means of audit, observation and interview. Describes the unfolding processes of PAR, as well as the inclusion of a secondary discourse analysis and parental perspectives from local and global literature.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1692  
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Author Haji Vahabzadeh, Ali url  openurl
  Title Optimal Allocation of Intensive Care Unit nurses to Patient-At-Risk-Team Type Book Whole
  Year (down) 2018 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 224 p.  
  Keywords Intensive Care Units; Intensive care nursing; Patients; Mortality; Health economics  
  Abstract Explains the need for nurse-led Patient-at-Risk-Teams(PART) to prevent unnecessary ICU admissions. Investigates which nurse allocation policy between PART and ICU would result in the best outcomes for patients and hospitals. Provides econometric models to estimate the impact of critical care nurses on hospital length of stay. Proposes queueing and simulation models to obtain the optimal nurse allocation policy for minimising the ICU mortality rate. Validates proposed models at Middlemore Hospital from 2015 to 2016. Estimates the financial and mortality impact of allocating another nurse to PART per shift.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1647  
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Author Minton, Claire Maree url  openurl
  Title A multicase study of a prolonged critical illness in the Intensive Care Unit : patient, family and nurses' trajectories Type Book Whole
  Year (down) 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 279 p.  
  Keywords Critical care; Intensive Care Units; Chronic Illness Trajectory Framework; Surveys  
  Abstract Examines the experiences of the patient, their family and healthcare professionals during the trajectory of a prolonged critical illness in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Conducts a qualitative, instrumental, multi-case study informed by the Chronic Illness Trajectory Framework. Analyses data from six linked cases (patient, family and clinicians) in four ICUs over a two-year period. Argues that identifying the sub-phases of a prolonged critical illness trajectory allows targeted interventions for each sub-phase.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1814  
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Author Lala, Anita Carol url  openurl
  Title Variability in neonatal gentamicin administration influencing drug delivery kinetics Type Book Whole
  Year (down) 2016 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 109 p.  
  Keywords Drugs; Drug delivery; Neonates; Neonatal nurses; Neonatal Intensive Care Units; Surveys  
  Abstract Distributes a self-administered questionnaire to Dunedin Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nurses to investigate: the site of administration, comparing peripheral intravenous line (PIV) or umbilical venous catheter (UVC); and which dose of gentamicin would be used in two clinical scenarios describing babies of 24 and 32-weeks' gestation. Simulates gentamycin delivery and notes clinical variability.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1574  
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Author Johnson, H. openurl 
  Title Clinical trials in the intensive care setting: A nursing perspective Type
  Year (down) 2008 Publication Abbreviated Journal Otago Polytechnic library. A copy can be obtained by contacting pgnursadmin@tekotago.ac.nz  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Evaluation; Intensive care nursing  
  Abstract As carers of patients who are clinical research participants, nurses' contribution to the success of clinical trials is acknowledged in the literature. Ethical dilemmas and challenges that clinical trials may present for nurses are also recognised. Although there is some discussion regarding these issues, few studies explore and identify the perceptions of intensive care nurses regarding clinical trials and how they may impact on nursing practice. This thesis explores and describes the viewpoints and experiences of sixty intensive care nurses from a tertiary level referral centre in New Zealand engaged in clinical research activities. The descriptive study utilised a self-administered questionnaire to gather information regarding nurses' roles in clinical trials, associated issues encountered and contributory factors, and the impact of issues on nursing practice, stress and satisfaction levels. Suggestions for potential strategies to minimise the impact of issues on nurses' practice were also sought. Descriptive statistical and content data analyses identified three key areas in which nurses' encounter issues associated with clinical trials and their practice: nurses' workload; ethical concerns; educational preparation and support. The findings indicate that, when issues exist in these areas, routine patient care can be delayed, the enactment of nurses' patient advocacy role can be affected, and nurses' stress and satisfaction levels can be negatively impacted upon. The perceptions of a group of intensive care nurses who are enveloped in the daily balance of patient care, the need for clinical research, and their professional obligations are discussed in this thesis. While the study's findings are reflective of one group of nurses in a distinct practice setting, their experiences can prompt other nurses, research teams and clinical leaders to reflect upon their own clinical research environment.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 923  
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Author Tweed, C.; Tweed, M. openurl 
  Title Intensive care nurses' knowledge of pressure ulcers: Development of an assessment tool and effect of an educational program Type Journal Article
  Year (down) 2008 Publication American Journal of Critical Care Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 17 Issue 4 Pages 338-347  
  Keywords Intensive care nursing; Training; Evaluation  
  Abstract The aim of this study was to assess intensive care nurses' knowledge of pressure ulcers and the impact of an educational programme on knowledge levels. A knowledge assessment test was developed. A cohort of registered nurses in a tertiary referral hospital in New Zealand had knowledge assessed three times: before an educational programme, within two weeks after the programme, and 20 weeks later. Completion of the educational programme resulted in improved levels of knowledge. Mean scores on the assessment test were 84% at baseline and 89% following the educational programme. The mean baseline score did not differ significantly from the mean 20-week follow-up score of 85%. No association was detected between demographic data and test scores. Content validity and standard setting were verified by using a variety of methods. Levels of knowledge to prevent and manage pressure ulcers were good initially and improved with an educational programme, but soon returned to baseline.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 958  
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Author Rose, L.; Nelson, S.; Johnston, L.; Presneill, J.J. openurl 
  Title Workforce profile, organisation structure and role responsibility for ventilation and weaning practices in Australia and New Zealand intensive care units Type Journal Article
  Year (down) 2008 Publication Journal of Clinical Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 17 Issue 8 Pages 1035-1043  
  Keywords Advanced nursing practice; Clinical decision making; Intensive care nursing; Cross-cultural comparison  
  Abstract The aim of this research is to provide an analysis of the scope of nursing practice and inter-professional role responsibility for ventilatory decision-making in Australian and New Zealand intensive care units (ICU). Self-administered questionnaires were sent to nurse managers of eligible ICUs within Australia and New Zealand. Survey responses were available from 54/180 ICUs. The majority (71%) were located within metropolitan areas and categorised as a tertiary level ICU (50%). The mean number of nurses employed per ICU bed was 4.7 in Australia and 4.2 in New Zealand, with 69% (IQR: 47-80%) of nurses holding a postgraduate specialty qualification. All units reported a 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio for ventilated patients with 71% reporting a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio for non- ventilated patients. Key ventilator decisions, including assessment of weaning and extubation readiness, were reported as predominantly made by nurses and doctors in collaboration. Overall, nurses described high levels of autonomy and influence in ventilator decision-making. Decisions to change ventilator settings, including FiO(2) (91%, 95% CI: 80-97), ventilator rate (65%, 95% CI: 51-77) and pressure support adjustment (57%, 95% CI: 43-71), were made independently by nurses. The authors conclude that the results of the survey suggest that, within the Australian and New Zealand context, nurses participate actively in ventilation and weaning decisions. In addition, they suggest, the results support an association between the education profile and skill-mix of nurses and the level of collaborative practice in ICU.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 962  
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Author Roberts, C. openurl 
  Title The influence of nursing culture on family visiting in adult intensive care units Type
  Year (down) 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 Bell, J. openurl 
  Title Blood glucose control using insulin therapy in critically ill adult patients with stress hyperglycaemia: A systematic review Type
  Year (down) 2007 Publication Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Intensive care nursing  
  Abstract  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 824 Serial 808  
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