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Author Roud, D.; Giddings, D.L.S.; Koziol-McLain, J.
Title A longitudinal survey of nurses' self-reported performance during an entry-to-practice programme Type Journal Article
Year 2005 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 21 Issue 2 Pages 37-46
Keywords New graduate nurses; Methodology; Professional competence; Training
Abstract The researchers conducted a study to compare self-reported changes in both frequency and quality of performance of nursing behaviours in a cohort of recently graduated nurses undertaking a one year entry to practice programme. Thirty-three nurses were surveyed, seven weeks after beginning the programme and again seven months later, using a modified version of Schwirian's (1978) Six-Dimension Scale of Nursing Performance (6-DSNP). Over the study period participants reported significant increases in frequency of performance for the domains of leadership, critical care, teaching/collaboration, and planning/evaluation. Significant increases in the quality of nurse behaviours in the domains of critical care, planning/evaluation and interpersonal relations/communication were also reported. The modified Schwirian 6-DSNP was found to be a useful instrument for measuring nurses' self reporting of performance during periods of transition.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 553 Serial 539
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Author Fisher, M.
Title Resuscitation guidelines: Managing change in practice Type Journal Article
Year 2007 Publication (up) Pediatric Intensive Care Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 7-10
Keywords Nursing specialties; Guidelines; Training
Abstract This article describes the effect of an education programme for Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) staff, developed as part of the roll out of revised clinical guidelines. In 2005, the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation released advisory statements and a revised universal algorithm for Infant, Child and Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Subsequently the New Zealand Resuscitation Council developed and disseminated revised guidelines for use within the New Zealand Healthcare System. Within the PICU the challenge of integrating new practice standards whilst ensuring compliance with CPR guidelines, was how to disseminate information to over 80 staff nurses working 12 hour shifts. Following implementation of an education programme, a survey completed by 20 staff members demonstrated that staff felt well supported with the introduction of the new CPR guidelines (90%) and confident that they understood the changes to the resuscitation guidelines (90%). Staff identified that the poster display (95%) and the mail sleeve “flyer” (80%) helped them understand the changes to CPR.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 935
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Author Kyle, W.
Title The influence of technology in nursing practice with elder care facilities Type Journal Article
Year 2001 Publication (up) Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue 12 Pages 20-23
Keywords Older people; Technology; Nursing specialties; Ethics; Training
Abstract This article firstly describes the application of technological care practices in elder care, and then looks at the attitudes of the elderly and their families towards this care. The value of the equipment in terms of quality of care is considered, and a discussion of the continuing education needs of nurses is presented. The ethical questions around the use of technology are examined, along with possible strategies to deal with such issues.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1299 Serial 1284
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