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Author (up) Surtees, R. openurl 
  Title Developing a therapeutic alliance in an eating disorders unit Type Journal Article
  Year 2007 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 13 Issue 10 Pages 14-16  
  Keywords Nursing specialties; Multidisciplinary care teams; Psychiatric Nursing; Nurse-patient relations; Anorexia nervosa  
  Abstract The author presents the approach of a nursing team at Christchurch's Princess Margaret Hospital, in the regional specialist service for people with anorexia nervosa. This unit provides the only specialist inpatient unit in the country, consisting of a six or seven-bed facility that shares a unit with a mother and baby unit. A multidisciplinary team of psychiatric nurses, dietitians, occupational therapists, psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers all make significant contributions. The Christchurch unit uses a cognitive-behavioural therapy model (CBT) across the disciplines, a multidimensional approach incorporating psychotherapeutic, psychoeducational, biomedical and behaviourist paradigms. This occurs within a “lenient flexible approach”. Within the Unit, the eight nurses constitute what could be seen as an “intra”-disciplinary team within the wider “inter”-disciplinary or MDT team. They apply an evidence-based nursing approach with a commitment to partnership and advocacy with their patients. They use collaborative techniques for defining shared goals, and the careful management of the introduction of food. As one of the team members, the author envisages that the job of specialised nurses is to form a therapeutic alliance with patients, which takes account of the dynamic ways that patients may negotiate their own complex understandings of health, care, and recovery.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 982  
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Author (up) Sutton, D.M. openurl 
  Title An analysis of the application of Christensen's Nursing Partnership Model in vascular nursing: A case study approach Type
  Year 2007 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Otago Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Nursing specialties; Nursing models; Cardiovascular diseases  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 822 Serial 806  
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Author (up) Tracy, C. openurl 
  Title Comparison of catheter-securing devices Type Journal Article
  Year 2000 Publication Urologic Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 20 Issue 1 Pages 43-46  
  Keywords Nursing specialties; Evaluation  
  Abstract This study evaluates methods of securing urethral urinary catheters, which are a major part of urologic nursing. Basic procedures such as these are poorly researched or reported in the literature. The question of how to secure a urinary catheter and with what device often relies on knowledge, availability of equipment, and on information supplied by manufacturers of commercial devices. This study finds that sometimes the cheaper option of adhesive tape and pin device can still be the best for patients.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 704 Serial 690  
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Author (up) Van der Harst, J. url  openurl
  Title Inside knowledge: A qualitative descriptive study of prison nursing in New Zealand Type
  Year 2003 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Auckland Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Nursing specialties  
  Abstract Analysis of the research literature on prison nursing revealed a paucity of research, both in New Zealand and internationally. The aim of this research was to describe the working life of the nurse in a New Zealand prison and provide an understanding of and documentation on prison nursing in New Zealand. A qualitative descriptive study was undertaken to determine what it is like to nurse in a New Zealand prison. Ten nurses working at two public prisons and one private prison took part in the study. Data was collected by the use of semi-structured interviews and analysed thematically into four main themes. The participants' descriptions of their working lives as prison nurses expose the multifaceted nature of this work and the inherent relational dynamics. These dynamics determine the nurse's ability to practise effectively in the prison setting. Findings highlighted many paradoxical situations for nurses when working in this environment. The very aspects of the work that participants described as negative were also identified, in some instances, as challenging and satisfying.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 886 Serial 870  
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Author (up) Vandergoot, A. openurl 
  Title From ward nurse to proficient critical care nurse: A narrative inquiry study Type
  Year 2005 Publication Abbreviated Journal Akoranga Theses Collection, Auckland University of Technology  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Nursing specialties  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 602 Serial 588  
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Author (up) Vernon, R.A. openurl 
  Title Clinical case study: Acute traumatic head injury Type Journal Article
  Year 2001 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  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.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1281  
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Author (up) White, G.E.; Mortensen, A. openurl 
  Title Counteracting stigma in sexual health care settings Type Journal Article
  Year 2003 Publication Insight: The Journal of the American Society of Ophthalmic Registered Nurses Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 6 Issue 1 Pages  
  Keywords Sexual and reproductive health; Nursing specialties; Attitude to health  
  Abstract Sexual health clinics and the people who visit them commonly face stigma. Sexually transmitted infections have historically been used to divide people into “clean” and “dirty”. A grounded theory study of the work of sixteen nurses in six sexual health services in New Zealand was undertaken to explore the management of sexual health care. The study uncovered the psychological impact of negative social attitudes towards the people who visit sexual health services and to the staff who work there. Sexual health nurses manage the results of stigma daily and reveal in their interactions with clients a process of destigmatisation.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1071  
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Author (up) White, T. url  openurl
  Title Avoiding the pitfalls of long-term suprapubic catheterisation Type Journal Article
  Year 2004 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal Available online at Eastern Institute of Technology  
  Volume 12 Issue 2 Pages 4-7  
  Keywords Nursing specialties; Long term care  
  Abstract Studies show that majority of complications experienced by patients with long term suprapubic catheters are associated with urinary tract infection and encrustation of catheters. This article will revise the pathophysiology of infection and encrustation and discuss management of suprapubic catheters based on current best practice. It is stressed that suprapubic catheters should only be considered once less invasive methods of maintaining bladder function have been exhausted as it is preferable for patients to manage incontinence with bladder training, pelvic floor exercises and continence products than to have a permanent indwelling catheter inserted.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1319 Serial 1303  
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Author (up) Whitehead, N. openurl 
  Title Quality and staffing: Is there a relationship in aged residential care Type
  Year 2007 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Auckland Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Rest homes; Patient safety; Older people; Nursing specialties  
  Abstract This thesis reports a mixed methods study, longitudinal in nature, of consenting Age Related Residential Care (ARRC) hospitals in the upper half of the North Island, which was conducted to examine several factors, including AARC hospital efficiency at producing adverse event free days for residents. An interpretativist approach examined what best practice strategies were implemented by the ARRC hospitals that were identified to be most successful at producing adverse event free days for the residents.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1159  
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Author (up) Wilson, M.J. openurl 
  Title Strategies for the nurse leader to enhance nursing practice and promote workforce development within an interdisciplinary alcohol & other drugs team Type
  Year 2007 Publication Abbreviated Journal Otago Polytechnic library. A copy can be obtained by contacting pgnursadmin@tekotago.ac.nz  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Professional development; Alcoholism; Nursing specialties; Nursing; Nurse managers; Drug abuse; Substance abuse  
  Abstract This dissertation had two main aims. The first was to explore the literature from which nurse leaders of alcohol and other drug services might develop their leadership skills so as to enhance nursing practice within an interdisciplinary alcohol and other drug team. The second was to further utilise these skills to develop a 'toolkit' which would assist in the successful management of the team but would also aid with workforce development. In addition, this dissertation was linked to the Nursing Council of New Zealand Competencies for the Registered Nurse Scope of Practice (2005) and Competencies for Advanced Nursing Practice (2001). This dissertation provides direction for the nurse leader wishing to develop their toolkit. Implications for the advancement of nursing are suggested.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 474  
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Author (up) Woodward, J. openurl 
  Title Nurse case management: A review of the literature Type
  Year 1999 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Nursing; Nursing specialties; Surgery; Care plans  
  Abstract This literature review is an exploration of nurse case management and it will provide the background for the introduction of a nursing case management model in the acute surgical environment at Western Bay Health. Case management is a collaborative process which assesses, plans, implements, co-ordinates, monitors and evaluates options and services to meet an individual's health needs through communication and available resources to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes (Newell, 1996:.3). In undertaking this review it was the author's intention to include the findings as background to a business case seeking the introduction of a surgical nurse case management model within the surgical service.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 483 Serial 470  
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