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Author Skerman, N.; Manhire, K.; Thompson, S.; Abel, S.
Title Extended Plunket Service for vulnerable teenage mothers : well-child nurses' perspectives Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 6 Issue 1 Pages 36-40
Keywords Teenage Mothers; Well-Child Nurses; Nurse-Client Relationships; Social Issues; Postnatal Health Services; Surveys
Abstract Reports nurses' perspectives on their role in the extended Well Child/Tamariki Ora service to teenage mothers which has been delivered by the Royal NZ Plunket Society since 2011 to adolescent mothers in Hawke's Bay. Focuses on what nurses consider necessary for this client population and the challenges nurses face. Evaluates the service at two intervals : first when the babies were six months old, and second when they were three years. Conducts interviews to identify the factors essential to successful service delivery : trusting nurse/client relationships, strong inter-agency relationships, team-work and support.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1410
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Author Walker, Leonie; Clendon, Jill; Cheung, Vivian
Title Family responsibilities of Asian nurses in New Zealand: implications for retention Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 4-10
Keywords Asian nurses; Family caregiving; Workforce retention
Abstract Explores the care-giving responsibilities of Asian NZNO member nurses for both children and elders, and the impact of these on their work, their nursing careers and their intention to remain as nurses in NZ. Takes a mixed-method approach using a group interview of 25 nurses and a survey of 562 nurses. Highlights impacts on nurses, revealing variable access to support, with implications for continuing education, career advancement and retention.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1525
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Author Christensen, Martin
Title Nurses' knowledge of delirium: a survey of theoretical knowing Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 11-18
Keywords Delirium; Delirium assessment; ICU psychosis; ICU syndrome
Abstract Conducts an exploratory study to assess whether nurses at a regional base hospital have sufficient theoretical knowledge to assess and manage delirium in the clinical setting. Uses a self-administered survey based on a true/false questionnaire, and a Likert scale to assess nurses' perceived levels of confidence in detecting and managing the delirious patient. Administers the questionnaire to 130 nurses from acute adult wards.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1526
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Author Winship, Sarah; McClunie-Trust, Patricia
Title Factors influencing hand hygiene compliance among nurses: an integrative review Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 19-26
Keywords Hand hygiene; Compliance; Hospital nurses
Abstract Appraises primary research to identify factors influencing qualified nurses' hand-hygiene compliance during patient care, using an integrative review approach to evaluate research on compliance. Utilises the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) model as the structure for the review. Reveals five key themes affecting hygiene compliance.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1527
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Author Hendry, Chris; Ogden, Emma
Title Consumers at the heart of care: developing a nurse-led community-based infusion service Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 27-31
Keywords IV therapy; Nurse-led clinics; Community care; District nursing; Infusion clinic; Intermediary care; Disaster recovery
Abstract Shares findings from an evaluation of a community-based, nurse-led intravenous (IV) therapy clinic in Christchurch, NZ. Backgrounds the establishment of the clinic in the Nurse Maude community specialty nursing centre following the 2011 Canterbury earthquakes. Describes the mixed-methods approach to the evaluation, including analysis of financial and service activity data, and qualitative feedback from consumers, referrers and staff. Provides recommendations about continuation of the service.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1528
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Author Gesmundo, Monina
Title Enhancing nurses' knowledge on [of] catheter-associated urinary tract infecion (CAUTI) prevention Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 2016
Keywords Catheter-associated urinary tract infection; Indwelling catheter care; CAUTI
Abstract Evaluates the impact of a catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) education package on nurses' knowledge of indwelling catheter management. Utilises a multi-phased mixed-method approach, with convenience sampling and focus groups at two post-operative wards of a tertiary public hospital in 2014. Formulates an evidence-based education package with multi-faceted teaching methods to address knowledge or care deficits.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1529
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Author Hendry, Chris; Ogden, Emma
Title Hydration in aged residential care: a practical audit process Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 41-45
Keywords Hydration; Aged residential care; Dehydration in the elderly
Abstract Presents the findings of an audit of 34 hospital-level aged-residential-care clients' hydration over a 24-hour period. Describes the audit, undertaken by health-care assistants, and the strategies implemented to meet daily fluid requirements.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1530
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Author Walker, Leonie; Willis, Jinny
Title Prevalence of smoking among New Zealand nursing students 2017 Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 4-9
Keywords Nursing students; Smoking; Surveys
Abstract Reports the smoking prevalence of nursing students, comparing this with other relevant group and changes in smoking behaviour since this was last reported in 2013. Administers a national online survey of nursing students. Notes rates of smoking for both Maori and non-Maori students.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1536
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Author Briscoe, Jeannette; Mackay, Bev; Harding, Thomas
Title Does simulation add value to clinical practice: undergraduate student nurses' perspective Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 10-15
Keywords Simulation; Student nurses; Clinical practice; Nursing education
Abstract Evaluates whether simulation helps to prepare student nurses for clinical practice. Conducts a research project to establish if the use of simulation in nursing education provides added value to the clinical experience of students. Uses a qualitative, descriptive approach as the methodology to interview a voluntary purposeful sample of nursing students enrolled across the BN programme. Aministers focus group interviews with 10 nursing students from semester two through to final semester, year three.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1537
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Author Vick, Margaret; Dannenfeldt Gudrun; Shaw, Bill
Title Do students training to be health-care workers have compassionate attributes? Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 16-22
Keywords Compassion; Health care students; Surveys; Measurements
Abstract Measures the extent to which health-care students began their training with compassionate attributes. Defines compassion as an awareness of others and a desire to help, using a non-judgmental approach. Highlights the significance of compassion in health care. Provides a self-administered 'compassion to others' psychometric scale to measure compassionate attributes to 146 students enrolled in the first semester of nursing, midwifery and social work at the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec). Analyses data using the SPSS and ANOVA for descriptive statistics and predictive information.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1538
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Author Hendry, Chris; Prileszky, Gail
Title A usability study: an e-medication dispenser as part of a home-based medication management programme Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 23-30
Keywords Usability study; E-medication dispenser; Medication management; District nursing
Abstract Investigates the logistics and acceptability of an electronic medication dispenser (EMD) within a home-based medication management service as a substitute for face-to-face home visiting, as a means of reminding elderly clients to take their medication on time. Uses a qualitative usability study methodology to conduct the study, centred on a small group of clients receiving the service from a small group of clients receiving the service from a community nursing organisation in Christchurch. Involves patients, pharmacists, nurses and managers of the community nursing service. Identifies critical processes and protocols required to safely support a wider roll-out of the product within the service.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1539
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Author Marshall, Bob; Craig, Andrea; Meyer, Alannah
Title Registered nurses' attitudes towards, and experiences of, aggression and violence in the acute hospital setting Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 31-36
Keywords Aggression; Violence; Actue hospital settings; Training; Surveys; Registered nurses
Abstract Examines NZ registered nurses' experiences of aggression and violence and the impact of aggression management training (AMT) on their experiences. Collects data using an internet survey incorporating Collins' Attitudes Towards Aggressive Behaviours Questionnaire. Rates the effect of participation in AMT on exposure to aggression or violence and its impact on attitudes towards aggression and violence.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1540
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Author Warren, Bronwen; Marugeesh, Carissa; Greaves, Kirsty
Title The management of immunisation decliners in Waikato general practices Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 37-42
Keywords Immunisation; Decliners; Primary health care; Team approach; Practice nurses; Health targets; Resources; Internal processes
Abstract Identifies the processes used in those general practices that consistently reach the Ministry of Health 95 per cent immunisation target for eight-month-old infants. Considers how the practices manage parents and caregivers who are reluctant to immunise. Invites practices in a number of different community settings to participate in the study over a ten-week period, using a mixed-method approach. Analyses quantitative data from the National Immunisation Register using Excel, gathering qualitative date from face-to-face or phone interviews, and anysing these using both SSPS and NVivo 10.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1541
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Author Andrew, Alexa; Foot-McKay, Aimee; Ritchie, Lorraine
Title Staff perspectives of a cafe on the premises of an aged-care facility Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 43
Keywords Aged care; Facilities; Cafes; Person-centred care
Abstract Explores the value of a café on the premises of an aged-care facility. Undertakes a qualitative descriptive inquiry to examine participants' perception of the value of the café to staff and residents. Interviews nine staff members using a core set of five questions. Analyses interview data using thematic analysis according to the stages outlined by Marshall and Rossman.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1542
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Author Walker, Leonie; Clendon, Jill; Willis, Jinny
Title Why older nurses leave the profession Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal (up)
Volume 9 Issue 1 Pages 5-11
Keywords Attrition, Early retirement, Older nurses, Retention
Abstract Examines whether reasons reported in the international 'intention to leave nursing' literature match those given by NZ nurses who left the profession before retirement age. Conducts an online survey in 2016 of nurses who had left the NZNO. Asks about their decision-making process, factors that led to the decision, and what workplace changes might have helped them remain. Analyses results by age cohort.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1594
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