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Author (up) Unac, Fiona; Marshall, Bob; Crawford, Ruth openurl 
  Title Nurse practitioner access to radiology and laboratory ser Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 1 Pages 27-37  
  Keywords NZ nurse practitioner; Radiology tests; Laboratory tests; Barriers  
  Abstract Reports the findings of a quantitative descriptive survey of all NZ registered nurse practitioners (NPs), exploring NP access to radiology and laboratory services in 2008. Identifies the types of diagnostic tests NPs order from either laboratory or radiology services and the obstacles they face.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1453  
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Author (up) Vallance, E.; Scott, S. openurl 
  Title A critique of problem-based learning in nursing education and the contribution it can make toward beginning professional practice, part two Type Journal Article
  Year 2003 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 19 Issue 3 Pages 40-49  
  Keywords Problem solving; Critical thinking; Nursing; Education  
  Abstract In this article, the second of two, the literature is examined to determine the ability of problem-based learning to develop professional nursing practice. Professional practice depends on critical thinking for the development of both rational problem-solving skills and critical reflective thinking. This article proposes that problem-based learning has the potential to develop the critical thinking skills required for problem solving and decision-making. However problem-based learning is less likely to promote the critical reflective thinking without which the transformative practice needed to drive health gains in the 21st century is unlikely to emerge.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 555  
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Author (up) Vallance, E.; Scott, S. openurl 
  Title A critique of problem-based learning in nursing education and the contribution it can make toward beginning professional practice, part one Type Journal Article
  Year 2003 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 19 Issue 2 Pages 41-51  
  Keywords Nursing; Education; Critical thinking; Problem solving; Nursing; Teaching methods  
  Abstract Within New Zealand nursing education there appears to be a widespread acceptance of problem-based learning and an assumption that the strategies it uses are unproblematic. A review of the literature however, reveals that problem-based learning has drawbacks that may inhibit the achievement of desired graduate outcomes. It seems timely for nurse educators to exercise caution in uncritically accepting problem-based learning approaches and using them as the predominant approach to teaching and learning. To this end, a two-part critique of this teaching and learning method is presented. Part one critiques the methods of problem-based learning, discussing self-directed learning, the group process, self-assessment, and content knowledge. Part two explores the philosophical underpinnings of problem-based learning, and the so-called 'fit' within nursing.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 556  
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Author (up) Vallant, S.R.; Neville, S.J. openurl 
  Title The relationship between student nurse and nurse clinician: Impact on student learning Type Journal Article
  Year 2006 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 22 Issue 3 Pages 23-33  
  Keywords Teaching methods; Students; Nursing  
  Abstract The purpose of this descriptive interpretive study was to explore relationships between student nurses and nurse clinicians. Eleven student nurses at the end of a three year Bachelor of Nursing programme in one institution participated in focus group interviews. Data gathered from the three focus groups were analysed using an inductive approach. Five categories, namely 'being invisible in the relationship', 'not stepping on toes', 'lost opportunities for learning', 'nurturance' and 'reciprocity' emerged from data analysis. These are presented with appropriate quotes to demonstrate the essence of participant experiences. Findings indicated that when students experienced relationships with clinicians as not being positive, this inhibited learning. Conversely, when students saw the clinician as participating actively and positively in the student/clinician relationship then student learning was enhanced. This evidence forms the basis for recommending further complementary research into the clinician's attitudes and perceptions related to their teaching role.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 529  
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Author (up) Van der Krogt, Shelley; Coombs, Maureen; Rook, Helen url  doi
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  Title Humour: a purposeful and therapeutic tool in surgical nursing practice Type Journal Article
  Year 2020 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 36 Issue 2 Pages 20-30  
  Keywords Communication; Humour; Surgical nursing; Person-centred care  
  Abstract Notes the lack of evidence-based guidance for use of humour by nurses. Uses a qualitative descriptive methodology to explore how surgical nurses determine when and how to employ humour with patients. Enrols 9 RNs working in a surgical ward within a tertiary hospital in semi-strutured interviews to discuss how they assess patient receptiveness, build connections with patients and protect their vulnerability.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1677  
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Author (up) van Wissen, K.A.; Siebers, R.W.L. openurl 
  Title Nurses' attitudes and concerns pertaining to HIV and AIDS Type Journal Article
  Year 1993 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 40-42  
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  Abstract A pilot study was conducted to identify nurses' attitudes and concerns pertaining to the care of people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Data was collected using an anonymous voluntary questionnaire , which was made available to all nurses at a Wellington area Health Board (New Zealand) hospital. Of 652 nursing staff, 286 (51%) responded, of which 74 (25.9%) had previously attended an HIV/AIDS workshop for Area Health Board staff. Of those staff handling blood, 132 (49.4%) always wore gloves, and only half of the respondents (n=148.51%) treated all body fluids as potentially HIV positive. The possible attrition rate from nursing positions in the canvassed hospital ws 2.8%, with a further 43 (15.0%) undecided about resigning from their post. Only 36 nurses (12.5%) believed the employer did not provide adequate safety measures. The provision of education regarding HIV/AIDS, by the employer, ws considered inadequate by 61 (21.3%) respondents. This study demonstrates that further safety and education needs should be attended to or reinforced  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 344 Serial 344  
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Author (up) Ventura-Madangeng, Judee; Wilson, Denise openurl 
  Title Workplace violence experienced by registered nurses : a concept analysis Type Journal Article
  Year 2009 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 25 Issue 3 Pages 37-50  
  Keywords Workplace violence; Registered nurses and violence; Concept analysis  
  Abstract Undertakes a concept analysis, based on the relevant literature from 1990-2005, to develop an operational definition of workplace violence as experienced by registered nurses (excluding mental health nurses), together with a set of criteria to identify the phenomenon.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1450  
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Author (up) Wade, M.R. openurl 
  Title Community based nurse case management: the experience of consumers Type
  Year 1996 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal Flinders University of South Australia  
  Volume 7 Issue 3 Pages 4-10  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 332 Serial 332  
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Author (up) Wainwright, Bethli; Julich, Shirley; Waring, Marilyn; Yeung, Polly; Green, Jennifer url  openurl
  Title Leaving the experts: experiences of liver transplant recipients in New Zealand Type Journal Article
  Year 2016 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 32 Issue 3 Pages 7-19  
  Keywords Liver transplant recipient; Quality of life; Surveys; Well-being  
  Abstract Explores the experiences of discharged liver transplant recipients as they leave the hospital experts and return home. Adopts a sequential, exploratory mixed-method design, with a qualitative component: in-depth interviews with 17 liver transplant recipients. Explores their perspectives on quality of life post-operation in order to develop key concepts of post-operative wellbeing.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1520  
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Author (up) Walker, J. openurl 
  Title The transition to registered nurse: the experience of a group of New Zealand degree graduates Type Journal Article
  Year 1998 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 13 Issue 2 Pages 36-43  
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  Abstract Since 1991, nursing profession in New Zealand has primarily been through a three year programme. The purpose of this study was to explore the issues faced by a group of degree graduates in their first year of registered nurse practice and to identify if the degree graduatesoutcomes (such as critical thinking, problem solving, reflection on practice, research, independent learning, and using cultural safety knowledge) had mediated this transposition process. Purpose sampling was used to invite five female graduates to take part in two focusgroups, one held at months and the other at 9 months after starting work. Qualitative data were collected using semi-structured questions and the taped interviews were analysed for themes. Five themes were identified: accepting responsibility, accepting their level of knowledge, becoming a team member, professional standards, and workplace conditions. Graduates were using their cultural safety knowledge but they perceived their knowledge of research was linked to further academic. Their ability to critique their own practice was evident but they found it difficult to challenge their colleagues' practice and the wider agency culture. Implications of the study are discussed in relation to nursing education and preceptor programmes and areas for further research are indicated  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 192 Serial 192  
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Author (up) Walker, J.; Bailey, S. openurl 
  Title The clinical performance of new degree graduates Type Journal Article
  Year 1999 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 14 Issue 2 Pages 31-42  
  Keywords New graduate nurses; Professional competence; Nursing; Education; Teaching methods  
  Abstract This study aimed to identify how graduates perceived their clinical performance during their first year of practice. A convenience sample of 30 graduates was surveyed after 3 months and 7 months in practice, using an adapted form of a questionnaire devised by Ryan and Hodson (1992). The results showed that over time, graduates generally required less direction in all areas of clinical competence. After 7 months in practice, the majority of the graduates rated their performance in nursing skills, communication skills, and professionalism at the expected level or above. However, some still required direction with using theory and research in practice, with meeting client's psychosocial needs and with teaching clients. In the leadership competency, after 7 months, most graduates saw themselves functioning at the expected level related to client care and needed less direction in unit management skills. However, many of the unit management skills were rated as 'not applicable' indicating that new graduates are not initially placed in a management role. Implications for nursing education and limitations of the research are discussed.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 638  
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Author (up) Walker, Leonie url  openurl
  Title Do New Zealand's nursing students know how to access health-promotion services and look after their own health? Type Journal Article
  Year 2019 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 35 Issue 1 Pages 7-17  
  Keywords Nursing students; Health promotion; Health information; Self-care  
  Abstract Examines nursing students' knowledge about services, their access to facilities and their confidence in referring sources of health promotion to other students. Offers a web-based survey to nursing students at 23 nursing schools providing undergraduate nursing education in NZ. Conducts descriptive statistical analysis and compares groups based on age, year of study and ethnicity, using 2-sample t-tests. Describes the responses regarding service availability, health-promoting aspects of each campus, and confidence in provision of health advice.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1608  
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Author (up) Walker, Rachael; Abel, Sally; Meyer, Alannah openurl 
  Title What do New Zealand pre-dialysis nurses believe to be effective care? Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 2 Pages .26-34  
  Keywords Pre-dialysis nursing; Effective care; Qualitative research; Nurses' perceptions; Surveys  
  Abstract Conducts semi-structured phone interviews with 11 pre-dialysis nurses from around NZ. Identifies key themes by means of inductive analysis. Argues that qualitative elements of pre-dialysis nursing care must be considered in addition to quantifiable parameters.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1456  
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Author (up) Wallis, R. openurl 
  Title Post-anaesthetic shaking: A review of the literature Type Journal Article
  Year 2000 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 15 Issue 1 Pages 23-32  
  Keywords Surgery; Pharmacology; Nursing research  
  Abstract This paper addresses the problem of shaking and shivering as discussed in the nursing and medical literature. It defines post-anaesthetic shaking, focusing on the role of anaesthetics in hypothermia, pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, and theories of causes and consequences. Ways of preventing and treating post-anaesthetic shaking are examined.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 633  
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Author (up) Ward, Cynthia; Evans, Alicia; Ford, Rosemary; Glass, Nel url  openurl
  Title Health Professionals Perspectives of Care for Seriously Ill Children Living at Home Type Journal Article
  Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 31 Issue 2 Pages 25-34  
  Keywords Seriously-ill children; Health professionals; Model of care; Complex health needs  
  Abstract Reports the findings of health professional's perceptions of beneficial care for seriously ill children and their families. Represents one component of a PhD qualitative evaluation study investigating care provided by a child health trust in NZ. Uses a focus group to identify key aspects of beneficial care and subsequent themes, including: collaboration between health providers, effective communication, expert skills, support for colleagues and after-hours care. availability.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1509  
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