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Author (up) Barry, Christine; Severinsen, Christina; Towers, Andy
Title Work-related quality of life for support workers and the Pay Equity Settlement Act 2017 Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 5-11
Keywords Care and Support Worker (Pay Equity) Settlement Act 2017; Home-care support workers; Quality of life
Abstract Explores the impact of the Care and Support Worker (Pay Equity) Settlement Act (2017) on the quality of life of support workers on the job. Conducts semi-structured interviews with eight support workers, highlighting the following themes: work re-organisation, intensification, collegial working relations, managerial support and communication; pay increments.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1846
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Author (up) McClunie-Trust, Patricia; Greenwood, Joanne
Title The lived experience of people with psoriasis: a qualitative meta-synthesis Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 25-40
Keywords Psoriasis; Well-being; Self-identity
Abstract Examines the psycho-social effects for adults living with the chronic dermatological condition. Undertakes a meta-synthesis of research into subjects' experiences of the condition, which yields 19 studies, from which three themes are identified: self-identity, personal well-being, and cultural identity. Makes recommendations for research and education.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1849
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Author (up) Moir, Chris; Taylor, Peta; Seaton, Philippa; Snell, Helen; Wood, Susan
Title Changes noticed following a pressure-injury link-nurse programme Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 19-24
Keywords Pressure injuries; Link nurses; Patient safety; Quality improvement
Abstract Identifies changes that link nurses noticed in their practice areas as a result of participating in a pressure-injury prevention programme. Uses three nurse focus groups to collect data about changes in pressure-injury prevention within their practice areas following implementation of a link-nurse programme. Talks to 22 nurses about increasing awareness of pressure injury prevention, use of assessment tools and documentation, and acquisition of injury prevention equipment.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1848
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Author (up) Oda, Keiko; Bakri, Noor; Majeed, Sarah; Ferguson, Catherine; Bartlett, Shennae; Holden, Rachel; Thomson, W Murray; Parsons, John; Boyd, Michal; Smith, Moira
Title Improving nursing oral care practice for care-dependent older adults though inter-professional collaboration: a study protocol Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 50-57
Keywords Oral care; Dependent older adults; Inter-professional collaboration; Geriatric nursing; Oral care protocols
Abstract Aims to establish evidence-based oral care guidelines for nurses, in order to improve oral care for dependent adults. Considers how interprofessional collaboration and education (IPC/IPE) might improve nursing oral care practice. Intends to use guidelines in a pilot programme with community nurses caring for older adults living at home or in aged residential care.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1851
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Author (up) Sibley, Elyse; Mercer, Christine
Title Management of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD): an integrative review Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 41-49
Keywords Dementia; Behaviour; Psychology; Non-pharmacological interventions
Abstract Describes the behavioural and psychological symptoms associated with dementia, including depression, agitation, psychosis, hallucinations, delusions and apathy. Employs an integrative review to investigate why care-givers resort to anti-psychotic medication in the first instance instead of non-pharmacological interventions to manage such symptoms. Identifies three themes: low staff-to-patient ratios, insufficient specialised staff; inadequate understanding of the manifestations of dementia.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1850
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Author (up) Thomson, Patricia; Hudson, Dianne; Richardson, Anna; Campbell, Ada; Guihen, Avril
Title The placement experience of nursing students in managed isolation and quarantine facilities Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 12-18
Keywords COVID-19; Nursing students; Clinical placement; Managed Isolation and Quarantine Facilities (MIQF)
Abstract Conducts focus group interviews with seven nursing students whose third-year clinical placements occurred in Managed Isolation and Quarantine Facilities (MIQF) during level 3 lockdown in 2020. Describes the experiences of the students in terms of clinical skills, communication, support, safety and NCNZ competencies.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1847
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Author (up) Weber, Heidi
Title Deciding on a safe site for intramuscular injections in an acute mental health setting Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 58-61
Keywords Intramuscular injections; Mental health patients
Abstract Aims to provide practical guidance for health-care providers to ensure the safe and effective administration of intramuscular injections, when there is the potential for violence and agitation, as well as during personal restraint. Undertakes a realist review of the evidence comparing the dorsogluteal and ventrogluteal sites.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1852
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Author (up) Woods, Heather
Title Oral history: a rich tapestry of information Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication Kaitiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 62-64
Keywords Oral history; Interviewing; Oral history collections; Nursing Education and Research Foundation (NERF)
Abstract Explains oral history, its types and best practice. Introduces the Oral History and Sound Collection at Turnbull Library, focusing on the Nursing Education and Research Foundation (NERF) special collection of oral history interviews with nurses, which arose out of the NERF Oral History Project. Provides examples of three oral history interview records from the collection.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1853
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