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Author Litchfield, M. openurl 
  Title Priorities for research Type Journal Article
  Year 1993 Publication kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 1 Issue 8 Pages 28-30  
  Keywords Nursing research  
  Abstract An article adapted from the author's contribution as an invited member of the International Panel of Nurse Researchers leading the Special Research Seminar of the 1993 International Council of Nurses Quadrennial Congress, Madrid, Spain. The priorities of nursing research in New Zealand were derived from the findings of a semi-structured survey of the opinions of nurses in academic settings.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1320  
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Author Bland, M.F. openurl 
  Title Challenging the myths: the lived experience of chronic leg ulcers Type
  Year 1994 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library  
  Volume (up) 2 Issue 3 Pages 13-14  
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  Abstract This phenomenological study explored the experiences of five men and four women whose lives have been shaped by chronic leg ulcers. It reveals the suffering that accompanies these wounds, and challenges health professionals to move from a focus on wound management to understanding the realities of chronic illness experience  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 160 Serial 160  
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Author Litchfield, M. openurl 
  Title Viewpoint: Telling nursing stories Type Journal Article
  Year 1994 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 2 Issue 4 Pages 28  
  Keywords Nursing research; Ethics; Patient rights  
  Abstract A brief critique and comment on the ethical implications of nurse researchers using methodology that involves soliciting personal experiences of patients and subsequently publishing them as stories.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1321  
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Author Peddie, B. openurl 
  Title Whooping cough in the Northern Coromandel -1995 Type
  Year 1995 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal Author  
  Volume (up) 4 Issue 7 Pages 14-17  
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  Abstract Data gathered during a whooping cough outbreak in the Northern Coromandel in 1995 highlights some distinct characteristics about how the disease manifestests itself in a defined geographical area, and about the place of prophylactic Erythromycin. This was probably the most fully documented outbreak in New Zealand, and possibly the first study conducted from a community perspective  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 286 Serial 286  
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Author Trim, S.P. openurl 
  Title Report on the pilot NZNO practice nurse accreditation programme March 1995 – April 1998 Type
  Year 1998 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal NZNO Library  
  Volume (up) 4 Issue 7 Pages 26  
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  Abstract The New Zealand Nurses organsation agreed to become the accrediting body for nurses in NZ in 1994 and Susanne Trim, NZNO Professional Nursing Adviser, worked with the National Practice Nurse Section to develop and pilot a model for accreditation.A consultative process was used to develop a framework and process during 1995 and this was unanimously endorsed in the April 1996 National Practice Nurse Section AGM.Implementation occurred from May 1996 to March 1998 with a comprehensive evaluation of the model collection of data from practice nurse applicants, non-applicants, the Practice Nurse Accreditation Board, National PN Sections and the project co-ordinator.The number of applications received exceeded expectations 212 (14% NZNO practice nurse members). There was a high level of satisfaction expressed by applicants.A number of content issues were identified during the pilot as needing review, clarification and amendment. These were of a minor nature rather than recommended changes to the structure itself.The accreditation Board processes were modified part way through the implementation to improve efficiencies and were found to be satisfactory. The training model and timing were appropriate.Administrative support and central co-ordination through designated NZNO staff member proved to be time consuming but vital.Practice Nurses embraced accreditation however as a group they have some minor unique characteristics. This should caution NZNO to proceed gradually with accreditation of other Section Nurses and monitor progress closely  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 340 Serial 340  
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Author Litchfield, M. openurl 
  Title The process of nursing partnership in family health Type
  Year 1997 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal University of Minnesota Library  
  Volume (up) 4 Issue 9 Pages 23-25  
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  Abstract The study reconceptualises the process of nursing practice where health is expanding consciousness. The praxis methodology and design derive from the findings of the previous study (Litchfield, 1993) through which a framework for personal practice was articulated. The philosophical premises were hermeneutic and dialogic reflecting a narrative orientation within a participatory paradigm. Ontology and epistemology merge and language is fundamental. The findings from this subsequent study depict the process of modeling practice as a tetrahedron to show inter-relatedness of four facets, each defined completely by the others: partnership, dialogue, pattern recognition and health as dialectic. Five young families with complex health circumstances were preferred by Plunket Nurses and visited at hole to talk about health and the family. Th e process of health patterning ended with indication of insight as the potential for action; the partnership ended as the closure of the initial contract to provide a summary text to the family. Transformative change in family living was identified. The continuous analysis of the scripts of the evolving conversations and summary text showed the relational, dialogic processes were identified as vision – finding purpose to act in the here-and-now against the backdrop of past and potential of the future; and community – a sense of being connected, participant and relevant in society. This process of research, as if practice, presented health and caring as synonymous and core of the discipline of nursing  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 385 Serial 385  
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Author Litchfield, M. openurl 
  Title Professional development: Developing a new model of integrated care Type Journal Article
  Year 1998 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 4 Issue 9 Pages 23-25  
  Keywords Nursing models; Nurse practitioners; Policy; Nurse-family relations  
  Abstract An overview of the model of nursing practice and nurse roles derived through a programme of nursing research in the context of the policy and strategies directing developments in the New Zealand health system. The emphsis was on the health service configuration model presented diagrammatically to show the position of a new role of family nurse with a distinct form of practice forming the hub.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1324  
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Author McKenna, B. openurl 
  Title Joint appointment: bridging the 'theory-practice' gap through collaboration Type Journal Article
  Year 1999 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 5 Issue 2 Pages 14-16  
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  Abstract In New Zealand, there is a festering debate over a theory-practice gap in nursing. Joint appointments present as a potential solution to this issue. Joint appointments refer to a variety of arrangements whereby concurrent employment occurs within an educational institution and a clinical setting.Advantages for the appointees include job satisfaction, and professional growth. Clinical credibility for nurse educators enables improved facilitation of student learning. In clinical areas, benefits in patient care are associated with the marrying of academic rigor with clinical practice. Some appointees input into staff development, act as consultants on nursing issues and undertake research. Disadvantages in the concept focus on role conflict (incongruity between the roles) and role ambiguity (lack of clarity concerning expectations). Success of the ventures depends upon the personal attributes of appointees; realistic expectations; flexibility to allow the concept to evolve; and support from colleagues and management.This research describes a case study of a joint appointment between a nurse lecturer and a senior staff nurse in an acute forensic psychiatry unit. Advantages, disadvantages and reasons for success are discussed in relation to the literature findings. The discussion focuses on the need to develop research methodology to further clarify potential benefits and advantages  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 444 Serial 444  
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Author Lewer, D. openurl 
  Title Analysing the Mental Health Act Type Journal Article
  Year 1999 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 5 Issue 8 Pages 14-16  
  Keywords Psychiatric Nursing; Mental health; Law and legislation; Ethics  
  Abstract Changes brought by the Mental Health Act (MHA) to clinical practice, and some of the problems it has created for nurses, are examined in this article. Compulsory assessment and treatment orders (CATO) and the role of Duly Authorised Officers (DAO), and moral dilemmas that can arise as a consequence of CATOs used by DAOs are examined. The requirement for DAOs to act as patient advocates and to safeguard cultural beliefs are highlighted. The MHA promotes self responsibility and a treatment philosophy rather than detention of the mentally ill.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1039 Serial 1023  
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Author McKenna, B. openurl 
  Title Bridging the theory-practice gap Type Journal Article
  Year 1999 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 5 Issue 2 Pages 14-16  
  Keywords Psychiatric nursing; Nursing; Education; Teaching methods  
  Abstract The author presents a case study of a joint appointment between a nurse lecturer and a staff nurse in an acute forensic psychiatry unit. He explores the advantages, disadvantages and reasons for success in relation to the findings of a survey of the literature on joint appointments. This technique is seen as a means of narrowing the gap between theory and practice which resulted when nurse training was transferred from hospitals to polytechnics. He highlights the need to develop research methodology to clarify potential benefits of this approach.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1024  
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Author Russell, D. openurl 
  Title Changing public health nursing practice Type Journal Article
  Year 1999 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 5 Issue 11 Pages 18-19  
  Keywords Public health; Community health nursing; Nursing models; Teamwork  
  Abstract A new approach to public health nursing in the Otago region is described, which comprises of 3 distinct groups of nurses working in early childhood centres, primary schools and high schools. A family nursing assessment approach is used. The philosophical underpinnings of this approach are examined, which seeks to empower patients and engage them in their health care. Two public health nurses are interviewed about the new partnership model of nursing.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1041 Serial 1025  
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Author Paterson, M. openurl 
  Title Dealing with life and death decisions Type Journal Article
  Year 2000 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 6 Issue 7 Pages 14-16  
  Keywords Ethics; Nursing; Patient rights; Clinical decision making; Euthanasia  
  Abstract This article examines the implications for nurses of not-for-resuscitation orders and orders to withdraw treatment. The rights of patients and correct procedure in the case of not-for-resuscitation or do-not-resuscitate orders are considered, as well as the ethical dilemma facing nurses in cases of the withdrawal of treatment. Guidelines are offered to assist nurses in reaching an ethical decision to withdraw treatment. Euthanasia is defined and case law decisions on not-for-resuscitation and treatment withdrawal are cited.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1017  
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Author Carr, J. openurl 
  Title Ensuring consent is informed Type Journal Article
  Year 2000 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 6 Issue 7 Pages 22-23  
  Keywords Patient rights; Law and legislation  
  Abstract The author examines the concept of informed consent as it applies to patients and as it is obtained by nurses. The principles of autonomy, beneficence and non-maleficence are discussed. How these principles inform critical care nursing is explored and five inappropriate uses of technology in resuscitation are used as examples.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1018  
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Author Ho, T. openurl 
  Title Ethical dilemmas in neonatal care Type Journal Article
  Year 2000 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 6 Issue 7 Pages 17-19  
  Keywords Intensive care nursing; Paediatric nursing; Ethics; Clinical decision making  
  Abstract The author explores possible approaches to the ethical dilemma confronting nurses of critically ill premature infants with an uncertain or futile outcome despite aggressive neonatal intensive care. A case history illustrates the issues. The morality of nursing decisions based on deontological and utilitarian principles is examined, as are the concepts of beneficence and non-maleficence. A fusion of virtue ethics and the ethic of care is suggested as appropriate for ethical decision-making in the neonatal intensive care environment.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1035 Serial 1019  
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Author Perry, I. openurl 
  Title Identifying the 'norms' of nursing culture Type Journal Article
  Year 2000 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (up) 6 Issue 9 Pages 20-22  
  Keywords Nursing; Nursing philosophy  
  Abstract The author investigates the premises that form the basis of nursing practice in acute care. Assumptions about patients and caregiving are often at odds with each other. The origins of these tenets are mapped from Florence Nightingale through to present nursing theorists. Overlapping areas of nursing and medical care in the acute care setting are examined, and the conflict that can arise between traditional nursing care and the expected medical nursing role is examined. He argues that the challenge for acute care nurses is to find a balance between normative nursing and the medical model.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1036 Serial 1020  
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