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Author Rodgers, Vivien; Marshall, Bridget; Hey, Frances; Blackwell, Anna; Lewer, Pip url  openurl
  Title Readiness for providing primary palliative care Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (down) 33 Issue 3 Pages P. 31-40  
  Keywords Primary palliative care; Aged residential care; SEQUAL  
  Abstract Undertakes a pilot study by specialist Supportive Education and Quality (SEQUAL) palliative care team in 5 aged residential care (ARC) facilities in regional NZ. Conducts a clinical staff survey and facility desktop document review to determine readiness, need for and level of support required, to enhance primary palliative care for residents. Identifies lack of experience and palliative care education among clinical staff.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1589  
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Author Carter, H.; McKinlay, E.M.; Scott, I.; Wise, D.; MacLeod, R. openurl 
  Title Impact of a hospital palliative care service: Perspective of the hospital staff Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication JBI Reports Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (down) 18 Issue 3 Pages 160-167  
  Keywords Palliative care; Hospitals; Attitude of health personnel; Cancer  
  Abstract The first New Zealand hospital palliative care support service was established in 1985. Different service models have now been adopted by various major hospitals. In 1998, a palliative care service, funded by Mary Potter Hospice, was piloted at Wellington Public Hospital. Twelve months post-implementation, the hospital staff's views of the service were evaluated. It was found that referrals to palliative care from hospital specialities outside the Cancer Centre increased. While most doctors, nurses and social workers strongly agreed or agreed that the service positively influenced patients' care and effectively addressed their symptom management needs, spiritual needs were less often met. Over 90 percent of each discipline strongly agreed or agreed that the service had assisted them in caring for patients, but, only about a half agreed that useful discharge planning advice and staff support was provided. Significant differences in responses were found between different disciplines and specialities. One fifth of the staff identified palliative care education needs. Recommendations are made concerning the development of a future hospital palliative care service.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1075  
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Author White, G.E.; Su, H.-R. openurl 
  Title Am I dying, nurse? Type Journal Article
  Year 2000 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (down) 15 Issue 1 Pages 33-40  
  Keywords Communication; Ethics; Nursing; Palliative care  
  Abstract This paper addresses the concept of truth, and debates who should tell it and how it should be told. It explores the cultural aspects of knowing the truth about dying. The question of whether nurses have a moral obligation to tell the truth is explored, and suggests the lack of New Zealand research in this area should be addressed.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 631  
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Author Nolan, M.; Featherston, J.; Nolan, J. openurl 
  Title Palliative care: Palliative care philosophy in care homes: Lessons from New Zealand Type Journal Article
  Year 2003 Publication British Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (down) 12 Issue 16 Pages 974-979  
  Keywords Palliative care; Attitude of health personnel  
  Abstract Drawing on data from a large convenience sample of caregivers in New Zealand, this article argues for a reappraisal of the way in which care homes view death and dying and advocates the more widespread adoption of a palliative care philosophy. Increasing numbers of people are dying in care homes yet little is known about the nature and quality of their deaths. The limited research available suggests that there is a need to promote a philosophy of palliative care that is not confined to the terminal phase of life. However, adopting such an approach appears to be inhibited by a lack of understanding, education and training, as well as continuing reluctance to discuss issues of death and dying in an open and honest way.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1081 Serial 1066  
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Author McChesney, Ruth; McClunie-Trust, Patricia openurl 
  Title Anticipatory prescribing in community palliative and end-of-life care: a realist review Type Journal Article
  Year 2021 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (down) 12 Issue 1 Pages 32-43  
  Keywords Anticipatory prescribing; End-of-life care; Palliative care; Interdisciplinary team; Community care  
  Abstract Argues that anticipatory prescribing and an interdisciplinary workforce could transform primary palliative care. Aims to identify the factors influencing such prescribing in palliative and end-of-life community care. Conducts a meta-synthesis of 7 primary research studies using a critical realist framework. Identifies expertise, teamwork and prioritisation as the factors influencing anitcipatory prescribing in end-of-life care.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1716  
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Author Falleni, P.M. openurl 
  Title Whakaata ikei runga manaaki: Reflection on caring Type Journal Article
  Year 2004 Publication International Journal of Palliative Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (down) 10 Issue 8 Pages 390-392  
  Keywords Palliative care; Nursing  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1073 Serial 1058  
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Author Norton, V. openurl 
  Title Don't wait until we are struggling: what patients and family caregivers tell us about using a syringe driver Type Journal Article
  Year 2014 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (down) 5 Issue 1 Pages 12-16  
  Keywords Patients and family caregiver; Syringe driver; Palliative care; Symptom management  
  Abstract Undertakes a study to ascertain the experiences, perceptions and assumptions of patients and their family caregiver(s) about the use of a syringe driver in palliative care. Enrols hospice cancer patients who use syringe drivers to provide continuous delivery of drugs. Conducts interviews with 27 individuals: 12 patient/family caregiver pairs, and 3 caregivers. Uses thematic analysis to apply codes to data to reveal shared versus unique experiences.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1399  
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Author Voice, D.M. openurl 
  Title Everyday district nurses' experiences revealed through distillation: Palliative care in the community Type
  Year 2006 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume (down) Issue Pages  
  Keywords District nursing; Palliative care; Community health nursing; Nursing  
  Abstract This modified action research inquiry focused on the everyday, palliative care practice experiences of a group of district nurses. The intent was to develop an understanding of common issues of concern for this group of district nurses when providing palliative home care in a specific community context and to implement practical, achievable strategies in response to these local issues. Five district nurses identified four broad areas for action through four praxis group meetings and comprising one full cycle. These four areas have been named as methods of enhancing support for people and families, possibilities for creatively managing workloads, mechanisms to enrich working partnership with other palliative care providers and possible vehicles for supporting nurses' self care. Implementation of action from this action research project focused on enhancing care and outcomes for people and family served by this group of district nurses in their local community. This study illuminates everyday essences of the district nurse role and the elements articulated by this group in supporting their practice in one New Zealand community. This study also reveals some of the tensions and messiness when employing an action research methodology with nurses in the workplace. The author notes that this research focused on a little known area (palliative care delivered by district nurses in New Zealand) in a local community (a culturally vibrant and ethnically diverse yet with poor health and socioeconomic statistics). She goes on to say that it has resonance with other nurses, particularly those working in community settings who may experience similar issues and concerns. This research also offers important insights for nurses working in any practice setting.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 520 Serial 506  
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Author Cleaver, H. url  openurl
  Title Reflections on knowing, not knowing and being in palliative care nursing Type
  Year 2005 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume (down) Issue Pages  
  Keywords Palliative care; Nursing; Terminal care; Nurse-family relations; Nurse-patient relations  
  Abstract The author notes that responses to questions from dying people and their families are as individual as each nurse, patient, family member, or situation. This is well recognised and an unspoken truth in palliative care practice. This paper explores the subjective nature of knowledge in palliative care generated through capturing moments of practice and subsequent reflections. This demonstrates how the author uses her model of care to open a space that enables the person and their family to find meaning from their experience and articulate what they need at the time. The author identifies her interest in the paradoxical reality of knowing and not knowing and describes how that paradox contributes to her role in supporting individuals' needs within their realities.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 511  
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Author Dulieu, F. openurl 
  Title Collaborative practice: A study in bridging the gap to transform the delivery of specialist palliative nursing care in residential aged care facilities Type
  Year 2005 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume (down) Issue Pages  
  Keywords Rest homes; Palliative care; Older people; Nursing; Advanced nursing practice; Terminal care; Geriatric nursing  
  Abstract This paper documents a practice development initiative with the aim of formulating a rationale for the professional practice development of a relatively recently conceived nursing initiative; that of a Palliative Care Liaison Nurse (PCLN) role. The project involved conducting an inquiry through a search of the literature with the aim of discovering ways to articulate, then develop, the role to meet the needs of elderly people living in Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs), their family and the whanau. The paper initially explores the concept of liaison roles globally, to consider how this role might be located as an interagency position between palliative care and aged care within the context of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The paper then reveals the perceived skills and personal attributes required by a person in the PCLN role that the author, drawing from personal and professional experience of having been appointed to this position, considers are necessary to effectively manage the diverse dimensions of this role. Bridging the gap is a key role discussed which centres on the capacity to organise and present an effective education programme while supporting, encouraging and role modeling for staff providing the day to day nursing care. This role involves practice wisdom and advocating for change and tolerance within everyday practice. An example of this dimension is discussed in depth, because the researcher considers that through staff working together, they can effectively bridge the knowledge-practice gap which exists between specialist palliative and gerontological nursing care.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 580  
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Author Cavanagh, C. url  openurl
  Title Dignity and palliative care: A search to discover the true meaning of the concept of “dying with dignity” Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume (down) Issue Pages  
  Keywords Palliative care; Nursing; Case studies; Nurse-patient relations; Terminal care  
  Abstract This paper presents an exploration of a foundational goal of palliative care nursing which is to help patients die with dignity. The paper presents this practice exploration as a journey to gain understanding of the concept of dignity; the author notes that it does not avoid the difficulties encountered in practice situations because dying with dignity is unique and curiously also invisible and different for everyone. Much of human life is conducted through stories and much of nursing involves telling and listening to stories. Many of our social institutions are comprised almost entirely of opportunities for telling and retelling stories. Nurses are constantly listening to patients telling them what is going on in their lives and because of this the stories related here are written bold and raw. The three stories explore and reveal in-depth details of nursing practice that evolved and changed after reflection. The paper also reveals and explores the untold and often painful stories that challenge nurses' capacity to offer dignified care. To deepen the exploration towards discovering ways to articulate the complexity of dignity, the author reflected on the nature of the practice changes documented in the stories and then used a range of diverse literature and her love of the paintings and philosophy of a New Zealander, Ralph Hotere, to support her ideas that dignity is indeed a complex phenomenon.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 595  
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Author Richardson, C.A. openurl 
  Title Ever decreasing circles: Non-curative terminal illness, empowerment and decision making: Lessons for nursing practice Type
  Year 2005 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Otago Library  
  Volume (down) Issue Pages  
  Keywords Nursing; Palliative care; Terminal care; Psychology  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 683 Serial 669  
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Author Meldrum, L.B.B. openurl 
  Title Navigating the final journey: Dying in residential aged care in Aotearoa New Zealand Type
  Year 2006 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume (down) Issue Pages  
  Keywords Palliative care; Older people; Rest homes  
  Abstract New Zealand statistics project that the aging population of people aged 65 years and over will more than double in the next decade. This has implications for palliative care providers including hospices and hospitals because long-term inpatient care is not generally provided by hospitals and hospices. When dying patients need long-term care, residential settings become an option. The level of palliative care in these facilities is dependent on staff training and numbers. In general, staff are not trained in palliative care, neither do they provide the multidisciplinary facets that define palliative care as undertaken by hospices. This paper describes a practice development initiative using storytelling as the vehicle for introducing the concept of the Liverpool Care Pathway (LCP) for the dying patient into residential aged care settings. With the emergence of a reflective paradigm in nursing the concept of storytelling as a teaching/learning tool has grown. Many staff in residential care settings come from diverse ethnic backgrounds where for some, English is their second language. Storytelling therefore can be a useful approach for learning because it can increase their communication skills. The author suggests that the Liverpool Care Pathway for the dying patient is a model that can be translated across care settings, hospice, hospital, and community. It can demonstrate a framework that facilitates multiprofessional communication and documentation and embraces local needs, culture and language to empower health care workers to deliver high quality care to dying patients and their family/whanau and carers. This paper also explores the role of a facilitator as an agent of change and discusses how the interplay of evidence, context and facilitation can result in the successful implementation of the LCP into residential aged care settings.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 683  
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Author Campbell, K. url  openurl
  Title Experiences of rural women who have cared for their terminally ill partners Type Book Chapter
  Year 2008 Publication Jean Ross (Ed.), Rural nursing: Aspects of practice (pp. 166-178) Abbreviated Journal Ministry of Health publications page  
  Volume (down) Issue Pages  
  Keywords Palliative care; Parents and caregivers; Nurse-family relations; Gender; Community health nursing  
  Abstract This chapter firstly offers background information in relation to palliative care and the role of women as providers of care in the home setting. Secondly, it discusses a study that evolved from a trend the author observed as a district nurse providing community palliative care in rural New Zealand and from New Zealand literature; that the majority of carers of the terminally ill in home-settings are women. The aim of this research study was to offer insights into the requirements of caring for a dying person at home and provide information to assist nurses working in the community and other women who take on the caregiver's role.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 776 Serial 760  
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Author Latta, L. openurl 
  Title Reflective storytelling to enhance learning from practice experience Type Book Chapter
  Year 2005 Publication J. McDrury (Ed.), Nursing matters: A reader for teaching and learning in the clinical setting (pp.67-82). Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (down) Issue Pages  
  Keywords Terminal care; Palliative care; Teaching methods; Nursing  
  Abstract The author looks at the value of using reflective storytelling as a teaching/learning tool in the hospice setting and examines constructs that provide a theoretical underpinning. She also outlines processes that support the implementation of storytelling practice and the creation of a safe space for storytelling. At the end of the chapter, discussion questions are provided by Janice McDrury.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 767  
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