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| Author | Surtees, R. | ||||
| Title | Midwifery as Feminist Praxis in Aotearoa/New Zealand | Type | |||
| Year | 2003 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
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323 pp | ||
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| Abstract | A thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN EDUCATION, UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY 2003. This thesis highlights the ways in which the practices of contemporary midwives in Aotearoa/New Zealand are caught within the intersection of an array of competing discourses. The context for this is the reconstruction of midwifery in Aotearoa/New Zealand as an autonomous feminist profession founded on partnership with women. Interviews and participant observation with midwives, based mainly in one New Zealand city, are the basis of an analysis of the complexity of midwives? praxis as professionals. The analysis draws on insights from critical and feminist approaches to Foucault?s theories of discourse, power and the subject. It includes discussion of the conditions which came to produce and authorise the concept of ?partnership?. Which subjects can speak about partnership, and when? What claims are made about it? What challenges it? |
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| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1403 | ||
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| Author | Jamieson,I | ||||
| Title | What are the views of Generation Y New Zealand Registered Nurses towards nursing, work and career?: A descriptive exploratory study | Type | |||
| Year | 2012 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | Available from the NZNO Library | |
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290 pp | ||
| Keywords | Generation Y; Young nurses; Registered Nurses; Workforce planning; Attitudes to nursing; Surveys; Nursing shortages | ||||
| Abstract | The author has taken a broad approach to this research to explore the views of Generation Y New Zealand Registered Nurses towards the nursing profession, the work itself and their career plans. This study arose out of the author?s interest in health care workforce planning for nursing and in particular the retention of young nurses given the current national and global shortage of nurses. Because of the broad and descriptive nature of the research, a wide variety of topics are included in the literature reviewed. Chapter one provides background to the study and an overview of generational cohorts. Chapter two explores selected literature relevant to the concept of work and the characteristics of the Generation Y workforce. Other topics included in this chapter include Herzberg?s work motivation hygiene/maintenance theory and a selection of literature about key workforce recruitment and retention issues. A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences |
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| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1393 | ||
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| Author | Pirret, A M | ||||
| Title | Nurse practitioner diagnostic reasoning | Type | |||
| Year | 2013 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | Available from the NZNO Library | |
| Volume | Issue | Pages |
280 pp | ||
| Keywords | Nurse practitioners; Diagnostic reasoning; Diagnostic accuracy; Surveys; Decision-making theory | ||||
| Abstract | Uses a post-positivist mixed-methods convergent-parallel design to explore nurse practitioner diagnostic reasoning and compare it to that of registrars. Includes 30 nurse practitioners and 16 registrars in a case scenario. Outlines nurse practitioner practice in NZ and how the NZ title of nurse practitioner differs from that used internationally. | ||||
| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ Reference only | Serial | 1394 | ||
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| Author | Water, T. | ||||
| Title | The meaning of being in dilemma in paediatric practice: A phenomenological study | Type | |||
| Year | 2008 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
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259 pp | ||
| Keywords | Psychology; Paediatric nursing; Paedetric practice; Problem solving | ||||
| Abstract | This study explores the phenomenon of dilemma in paediatric practice. Using a hermeneutic phenomenological method informed by the writings of Heidegger [1889-1976] and Gadamer [1900-2002] this study provides an understanding of the meaning of 'being in dilemma' from the perspective of predominantly paediatric health care professionals but also families in New Zealand. Study participants include four families who had a child requiring health care and fifteen health care practitioners from the disciplines of medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, play specialist and occupational therapy who work with families and children requiring health care. Participants' narratives of their experiences of 'being in dilemma' were captured via audio taped interviewing. These stories uncover the everyday realities facing health professionals and families and provide an ontological understanding for the notion of dilemma. The findings of this study suggest that experience of dilemma for health professionals reveals a world that is uncertain and questionable where they are thrown into having to make uncomfortable choices and must live with the painful consequences of their actions. The consequences of being in such dilemma are having to find ways of living with the angst, or risk becoming too sensitive or desensitizing. For families the experience of dilemma reveals a similar phenomenon most evident in circumstances where they feel totalized by the impact of heath care encounters. This study has uncovered that the perspectives that health professionals and families bring to the experience of dilemma reveal different concerns and commitments and may be hidden from each other. This thesis proposes that health professionals and families need support in living with their own personal encounters of enduring experiences of dilemma. | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1234 | ||
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| Author | Spackman, N. E. | ||||
| Title | Nurses' early experiences with patient death | Type | |||
| Year | 2008 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
| Volume | Issue | Pages |
156 pp | ||
| Keywords | New graduate nurses; Terminal care | ||||
| Abstract | Chronic stress and 'burnout' have been extensively researched in nursing populations, but very little is known about the impact of specific acutely stressful or significant events. A novice nurse's first encounter with patient death may pose considerable cognitive, emotional and clinical challenges. Using a mixed methods design, this study explored the clinical circumstances, impact and challenges and rewards of nurses' early experiences with patient death. | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1292 | ||
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| Author | Gibbison, B. | ||||
| Title | Are we there yet?: Factors associated with, and experiences of, weight maintenance in the Adult Weight Management Programme in the Waikato | Type | |||
| Year | 2010 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
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132 pp | ||
| Keywords | Weight loss; Obesity | ||||
| Abstract | A research portfolio submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Nursing, the University of Auckland, 2010. Sustained weight loss maintenance is a constant challenge, especially for morbidly obese individuals who have tried and failed repeatedly. Why is it then, that some individuals are successful whilst others are not so successful? This two-phase sequential, mixed methods study sought to identify and gain insight into the factors associated with successful weight loss maintenance for participants in an adult weight management programme in the Waikato. Success appeared to be independent of age, gender, ethnicity, domicile, employment status and the presence of co-morbities. Four major themes emerged: - “Actions speak louder than words – just do it” (Following a lower energy diet, having higher levels of physical activity, regular self weighing, and vigilance in adjusting their behaviours based on the results) - Routines were also important in supporting the changed behaviours - What's it worth to me - Valuing the achievements associated with lesser weight was seen as another important factor of success |
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| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1342 | ||
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| Author | Rosieur, J. | ||||
| Title | An exploration of family partnership approaches to enhance care delivery and improve healthcare outcomes to young families within their communities | Type | Report | ||
| Year | 2010 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
| Volume | Issue | Pages |
127 pp | ||
| Keywords | Professional-family relations; family health; family nursing | ||||
| Abstract | Margaret May Blackwell Trust Travel Study Fellowship 2009/2010. This report is an exploration of some current international trends and tools in the delivery of services supporting families with young children that aim to utilise a partnership approach between health providers, families and their communities. The MMB scholarhsip for 2009/2010 included six weeks of international travel in order to consult with a range of people in realtion to services provided to parents with young children in their various communities. My proposal was to explore current policies supporting Family Partnership (FP)approaches in health services; trends relating to FP approaches in practice; tools supporting FP practice for clinicians; as well as recent FP training and initiatives. |
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| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1353 | ||
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| Author | Hooker, M. | ||||
| Title | Implementing the rheumatic fever guidelines: Identifying the challenges and crossing the theory practice divide | Type | |||
| Year | 2010 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
| Volume | Issue | Pages |
122 pp | ||
| Keywords | Rheumatism; rheumatic fever | ||||
| Abstract | A research portfolio submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, 2010. Background: The 2006 New Zealand (NZ) Guidelines for Rheumatic Fever (RHF) (National Heart Foundation of New Zealand and Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand, 2006) have an over-arching objective to support appropriate management of RHF to prevent recurrent attacks and reduce mortality and morbidity from RHF and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) (Craig, Anderson, & Jackson, 2008; National Heart Foundation of New Zealand and Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand, 2006). Aims: The aims of this study were to audit current practice and service provision associated with RHF programmes and initiatives in NZ District Health Boards (DHBs) against the 2006 NZ Guidelines for RHF and to identify the barriers and facilitators to clinicians meeting the guidelines. |
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| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1349 | ||
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| Author | Keer-Keer, Trudy | ||||
| Title | The lived experience of adults with myasthenia gravis : a phenomenological study | Type | |||
| Year | 2012 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | Available from the NZNO Library | |
| Volume | Issue | Pages |
120 pp | ||
| Keywords | Myasthenia gravis; Myasthenia gravis --Patients --Attitudes; Myasthenia gravis --Patients --Care; Phenomenological studies | ||||
| Abstract | Examines the lived experiences of adults with myasthenia gravis(MG). Uses an interpretive phenomenological approach applying the research methodology of van Manen (1990). Interviews seven people living with MG and records their experiences of the disease. Poses broadly-worded questions about various topics related to MG, that include diagnosis, symptoms, treatments and coping strategies, guided by individual experiences. Reveals by means of thematic analysis that MG affects every aspect of a person?s ?lifeworld?: their sense of time, body, and space and their relationships with others. Highlights three main themes embedded in the data experienced by a person with MG: living with uncertainty, living with weakness and living with change. | ||||
| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1396 | ||
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| Author | Barber, M | ||||
| Title | Nursing and living in rural New Zealand communities: an interpretive descriptive study | Type | |||
| Year | 2007 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
| Volume | Issue | Pages |
116pp | ||
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| Abstract | A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the degree of Master of Nursing at Otago Polytechnic, Dunedin, New Zealand. June 2007 This study used an interpretive descriptive method to gain insight into and explore key issues for rural nurses working and living in the same community. Four Rural Nurse Specialists were recruited as participants. The nurses had lived and nursed in the same rural community for a minimum of 12 months. Participants were interviewed face to face and their transcribed interviews underwent thematic analysis. The meta-theme was: the distinctive nature of rural nursing. The themes identified were: interwoven professional and personal roles; complex role of rural nurses and relationships with the community. A conceptual model was developed to capture the relationship between the meta-theme and the themes. A definition for rural nursing was developed from the findings. This research identified some points of difference in this group of rural nurses from the available rural nursing literature. It also provides a better understanding of the supports Rural Nurse Specialists need to be successful in their roles, particularly around the recruitment and retention of the rural nursing workforce. |
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| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1386 | ||
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| Author | Eden, S | ||||
| Title | An integrated literature review of the role of the nurse practitioner in the emergency department | Type | |||
| Year | 2011 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
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115 pp | ||
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| Abstract | A dissertation in partial fulfilment of Master Health Sciences (Clinical)through University of Otago The nurse practitioner is one of the newest nursing health care professionals to be introduced to the New Zealand health system for many years. Eighty-six nurse practitioners are credentialed in New Zealand, with three working in urban Emergency Department settings. Nurse Practitioners are common internationally especially in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Australia. The purpose of this integrated literature review is to explore current research and literature in regards to the Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner, and their role within emergency settings. This review presents the growth and development of the nurse practitioner as an advanced practice nursing position. Four key themes emerge from the literature review; education of the Emergency Nurse Practitioner , how and who defined the Emergency Nurse Practitioner role, practice setting of the Emergency Nurse Practitioner, and what the barriers are to independent practice. The economic, legal and governance aspects of the Nurse Practitioner role are also portrayed. This integrated review documents the potential for further development and expansion of the Emergency Nurse Practitioner scope of practice to provide a broad range of patient care services within Emergency Departments, and emergency care settings. Future research is essential for the promotion of autonomous practice of the Emergency Nurse Practitioner within the international and New Zealand health care system. |
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| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1352 | ||
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| Author | Shih, Li-Chin | ||||
| Title | Impact of Dialysis on Rurally Based Mäori Clients and Their Whänau | Type | |||
| Year | 2009 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
| Volume | Issue | Pages |
105 pp | ||
| Keywords | renal disease; hemodialysis; maori | ||||
| Abstract | A research portfolio submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Nursing, The University of Auckland, 2009 This paper is a report of a study seeking to understand the experience of New Zealand rural dwelling Mäori clients with end-stage renal disease who receive haemodialysis. End stage renal disease (ESRD) is related to lifestyle, genetic factors and environment, and Mäori are at higher risk of renal disease which results of need for renal replacement therapy to sustain their lives. Dialysis clients are a group of ?silent? clients under the care of the dominant health professionals. Adherence with therapeutic regimes has been a main issue for health care professionals and service delivery, as it directly contributes to the efficacy of the treatment and cost effectiveness. Mäori clients? experience of living with haemodialysis has not been explored. Although there are a number of studies describing the experience of patients living on dialysis so far, no studies have yet focused specifically on the experience of Mäori clients towards their renal replacement therapy. The continual demands of dialysis treatment are significant and given the high proportion of Mäori having dialysis. It is timely to explore the experience of Mäori clients and their family/whänau in order to understand the need for quality of care and to promote Mäori health outcomes in chronic kidney disease management |
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| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1348 | ||
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| Author | Alleyne, D. | ||||
| Title | The context of nursing in New Zealand prisons from historical and contemporary perspectives | Type | |||
| Year | 2007 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
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94 pp. | ||
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| Abstract | This dissertation by Deborah Alleyne explores the current context of nursing in New Zealand prisons through rediscovering the history of its introduction and development, and review of relevant literature. Prison nursing is recognised as a unique branch of the wider nursing profession by virtue of the environment in which nurses work and the population for whom they provide care. Four key themes are identified from the literature review: custody versus caring; nurses' relationship with custody staff; nurses' relationship with prisoners; isolation. | ||||
| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1377 | ||
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| Author | Gillespie, Moira Elizabeth | ||||
| Title | Compassion fatigue and cancer nurses: a national survey of cancer nurses in New Zealand | Type | |||
| Year | 2013 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | Available through NZNO library | |
| Volume | Issue | Pages |
91 pp | ||
| Keywords | Cancer; Nurses -- Job Stress; Empathy; Burnout, Professional -- Psychology; Surveys | ||||
| Abstract | Identifies the experiences of NZ cancer nurses whose primary role is to care for patients aged 20 or older, and their whanau/family, and describes the factors that may influence care. Examines whether nurses received training in the management of stressors associated with caring for cancer patients, either during their training or while in the cancer workplace setting. Considers whether nurses working in peripheral (satellite) cancer centres were at more risk than their colleagues in larger regional centres. Conducts a quantitative, descriptive and anonymous survey of members of the Cancer Nurses' Section of the NZNO, using the Professional Quality of Life (ProQOL) questionnaire, which scores compassion fatigue, compassion satisfaction and burnout. | ||||
| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ WY GIL | Serial | 1397 | ||
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| Author | Houliston, Sally | ||||
| Title | Flight nurse perceptions of factors inflencing clinical decision making in their practice environment | Type | |||
| Year | 2007 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | NZNO Library | |
| Volume | Issue | Pages |
86 pp | ||
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| Abstract | Flight nurse perceptions of factors inflencing clinical decision making in their practice environment: a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Nursing at the Eastern Institute of Technology, Taradale, New Zealand The research project sought to describe the flight nurses perceptions about the factors that influence clinical decision making in their flight nursing practice, using a descriptive survey methodology. Themes emerged as factors which participants perceived influenced clinical decision making in their flight nursing role and in the aeromedical role. These themes included pre-flight preparation, patient status, experience and education of the nurse, and the challenges associated with the physical and atmospheric environments. |
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| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1334 | ||
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