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Author  |
Harrison, Irene; Mercer, Christine |
| Title |
Rapid antigen detection testing for diagnosis of group A streptococcus (GAS) in children |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2021 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
12 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
63-65 |
| Keywords |
Infection; Diseases; Child health; Group A streptococcus (GAS); Rapid antigen detection test (RADT) |
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Evaluates the use of the rapid antigen detection tests (RADT) to diagnose group A streptococcus (GAS) in children with pharyngitis symptoms. Suggests that using RADT for GAS as part of diagnostic screening my help to reduce rheumatic fever hospital admission rates. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1720 |
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Laidlaw, Rebecca; Mercer, Christine |
| Title |
Nurse practitioners: does home visiting improve outcomes for people living with long-term conditions |
Type |
Journal Article |
| Year |
2022 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki Nursing Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
13 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
39-41 |
| Keywords |
Nurse practitioners; Long-term conditions; Home visiting |
| Abstract |
Explores the potential for nurse practitioners (NP) in NZ to visit people diagnosed with chronic condiitons at home. Evaluates whether home-visiting NPs could provide primary care in place of GPs. Conducts a review of research comprising three themes: reduced barriers to care, improved health outcomes, and role clarity for NPs. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1820 |
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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 |
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| 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. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1850 |
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Te Huia, Maria; Mercer, Christine |
| Title |
Relationships and implications for complementary and alternative medicine in Aotearoa New Zealand: a discussion paper |
Type |
Journal Article |
| Year |
2019 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
35 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
25-32 |
| Keywords |
Complementary and alternative medicine; Rongoa Maori |
| Abstract |
Considers the relationship between nursing and complementary and alternative medicine(CAM), and how this could be incorporated into health care, citing its use internationally. Highlights areas of development and future research for CAM in nursing in NZ. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1671 |
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