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Wilson, K.F. |
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Professional closure: the case of the professional development of nursing in Rotorua 1840 – 1934 |
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1995 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Massey University Library |
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13 |
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1 |
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12-22 |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 257 |
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257 |
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van Wissen, K.A.; Siebers, R.W.L. |
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Nurses' attitudes and concerns pertaining to HIV and AIDS |
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1993 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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8 |
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1 |
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40-42 |
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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 |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 344 |
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344 |
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Novak, L. |
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Post-operative pain and coping strategies |
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1988 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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4 |
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1 |
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25-27 |
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Post-operative pain is often managed by nurses administering prescribed analgesia four hourly. In contrast to previous studies, the present study is focused on the person experiencing the pain. Five women who were undergoing abdominal hysterectomy agreed to participate in an exploratory study that looked at their pain experience and the coping strategies used |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 354 |
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354 |
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Hollows, K. |
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The lived experience of registered nurses involved in the withdrawal of nutrition and hydration in a persistant vegetative state (PVS) patient |
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1995 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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10 |
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1 |
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28-37 |
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The purpose of this phenomenological study was to describe the experience of five Registered Nurses involved in the withdrawal of nutrition and hydration in a persistant vegetative state (PVS) patient. Three female and two male nurses who had been involved in the care of a PVS patient within the last ten years were interviewed. The phenomenological design was used because it provided richness and clarity to the issues raised. Three major findings were identified as positive significant experiences for these nurses: support through 'talking': coping through 'thinking': and, decision making being kept 'in-house' (family and central care giving team)" |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 364 |
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364 |
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Giles, A.L. |
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This voice is forever: one woman's experience following total laryngectomy |
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1997 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Author, Massey University Library |
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14 |
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1 |
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50-51 |
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This phenomenological research project focused on one womans experience following total removal of her larynx and aimed to faithfully capture the essential structure of the phenomenon of voice as it emerged for her. For women in particular gaining a new artifical voice following surgery that is considerably lower sounding, plus the large visible opening in the lower neck is psychologically challenging and can be socially isolating. Most literature relating to laryngectomy and rehabilitation comprises quantitative research with limited attention to womens issues. This could be attributed to the small number of women undergoing this surgery. A review of nursing literature revealed minimal research, with none referring specifically to women. Nor were any studies using entirely qualitative methods identified.This research project used a phenomenological approach informed by the work of Michael Crotty, described as within the parameters of mainstream phenomenology. Based on a traditional common core foundation which is critical, holistic and individualistic, mainstream phenomenology requires achieving co-researchership between researcher and participant while exploring phenomena as objects of authentic human experience.The study began with discussing Crottys stepwise method emphasising the activity of bracketing. The co-researcher was then left to ponder or meditate on her experience following bracketing all her prior understandings and ideas, as if this was the first time she had encountered the phenomenon. Three conversations followed which allowed exploration of the co-researchers written statements. The seven interwoven dimensions that emerged represented the essential structure, meaning and essence of 'what voice is for this woman following total laryngectomy |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 371 |
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371 |
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Turia, D. |
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Women's knowledge sources and management decisions |
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1999 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Massey University Library, Whitirea Community Poly |
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14 |
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1 |
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53 |
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It is evident from the prevalence of items in the popular press and incased research by health professional that, over the last two decades, menopause as been discussed more openly. However, medical information is still largely oriented toward menopause as a disease with emphasis on the pharmacological interventions needed to correct the disease. Literature in medical and nursing journals is also predominantly oriented towards menopause as a state of oestrogen, nurse researchers and feminists writers are challenging this viewsThe aim of the research was to discover how women gain knowledge about menopause, and how they make decisions about “managing” their menopause. In the study knowledge was defined as being more than information. It is seen as being more than information. It is seen as understanding derived from synthesis of data about menopause collected from various sources. Eleven women aged 46-55 recruited through a letter in the researcher's local newspaper, were interviewed. The resulting data was analysed by the constant comparison method as used in grounded theory.A descriptive model was developed including the basic social process of “integrating menopause into midlife”. A tertiary level of education and good social support were found to be associated with the women being seekers of knowledge about their menopause. These women, the majority of the participants, revealed themselves as being self-controlling with respect to their menopause. Among the few who had allowed their menopause to be managed by others, if they experienced adverse effects of the treatment, then there was a move toward greater self management.,Generally, nurses were not seen by the participants as possible sources of information. That finding highlights menopause as an area of health education in which nurses have the potential to play a more active role |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 376 |
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376 |
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Holloway, K. T. |
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Developing evidence based in clinical teaching (contexually modified replication study) |
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1998 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Whitireia Community Polytechnic, Porirua |
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14 |
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1 |
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22-32 |
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There is concern over the standards of nursing practice skill acquisition in undergraduate programs. One of the issues relevant to this is which of the multitude of nursing practice skills to include in an undergraduate program. Previous research by Alavi, Loh and Reilly (1991) has been modified and used in clinical settings in the New Zealand context in order to address this concern. Competency level of the most important skills identified by clinicians was also sought in order to aid development of a skill curriculum for Whitireia Community Polytechnic. There is a strong theoretical support for the preparation of student nurses in skills laboratories prior to clinical learning experience in order to maximise learning. Further directions for study are covered with discussion of the implications for teaching from the research findings |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 377 |
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377 |
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Wood, P.J.; Schwass, M. |
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Cultural safety: a framework for changing attitudes |
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1993 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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8 |
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1 |
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4-14 |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 441 |
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441 |
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Finlayson, M.; Aitken, L.H. |
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New Zealand nurses' reports on hospital care: An international comparison |
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2007 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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23 |
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1 |
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17-28 |
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Job satisfaction; Cross-cultural comparison; Workplace |
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The authors present the results of a 2001 New Zealand survey on nurses' perception of staffing, work organisation and outcomes, comparing this with the 2001 International Hospital Outcomes Study (US, Canada, England, Scotland and Germany). The report describes the findings for job dissatisfaction, burnout and the intent to leave, the work climate in hospitals, workforce management, the structure of nurses' work, and quality of care. The authors discuss these findings and their implications for nursing in New Zealand. |
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462 |
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Rodgers, V.; Neville, S.J. |
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Personal autonomy for older people living in residential care: An overview |
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2007 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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23 |
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1 |
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29-36 |
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Geriatric nursing; Older people; Rest homes |
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This article looks at the concept of autonomy particularly in relation to the population of older persons living in residential care settings. It examines the values underpinning the exercise of personal autonomy and notes how individual autonomy may be enhanced or restricted. The implications for gerontological nursing practice are outlined and suggestions offered as to how personal autonomy for older persons living in residential care may be preserved and promoted. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 529 |
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515 |
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Bolitho, S.; Huntington, A.D. |
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Experiences of Maori families accessing health care for their unwell children: A pilot study |
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2006 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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22 |
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23-32 |
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Maori; Qualiltative research; Access; Children; Parents and caregivers |
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The aim of this study was to explore with a small number of Maori families their experiences of accessing health care when their children were unwell with a respiratory condition. A qualitative research methodology was used in the study. Participating families were among those experiencing an admission to a children's ward between July and December 2003. Four families were interviewed. They discussed in depth their experience of accessing health care for their unwell children. Data were analysed using thematic analysis, and three common themes were evident: family resources, choice of health service provider and parents' feelings of vulnerability. The findings highlight that while socio-economic status plays a large part in determining the ease with which families can access the needed health care, there are other barriers within the health system which also pose difficulties for Maori. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 535 |
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521 |
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Phillips, B.N. |
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A survey of mental health nurses' opinion of barriers and supports for research |
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2005 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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21 |
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1 |
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24-32 |
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Professional development; Mental health; Nursing research |
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This paper reports the findings of a preliminary survey of two district health boards, which shows that high workloads and lack of relief staffing appear as the greatest hurdles to mental health nurses participating in practice-based nursing research. A further constraint on their participation is lack of research expertise and experience. Consultative discussions with senior mental health nurses support these conclusions. In this paper, mentoring and flexible research designs are promoted as possible ways of overcoming these barriers. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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532 |
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Richardson, S. |
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Incorporation of research into clinical practice: The development of a clinical nurse researcher position |
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2005 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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21 |
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33-42 |
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Emergency nursing; Nursing research; Hospitals |
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The author backgrounds the development of the role of an innovative Nurse Researcher (Emergency Medicine) role at Christchurch Hospital. She describes the emergency department and the factors leading to the creation of the role. Specific nursing research projects are reviewed, and the nature of nursing in relation to research is discussed. The author argues that the nurse researcher is integral to the expansion of evidence-based nursing, and that the role of Clinical Nurse Researcher in the emergency department has resulted in a higher profile for research, and the gradual integration of research as a clinical skill with direct practical relevance. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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536 |
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Stewart, R. |
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Opportunistic chlamydia testing: Improving nursing practice through self-audit and reflection |
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2005 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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21 |
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1 |
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43-52 |
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Nursing; Practice nurses; Diseases; Case studies |
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This article details how an individual family planning nurse's practice concerning opportunistic testing for sexually transmitted chlamydia was improved through an audit of her testing rates and reflection on the outcome. The leading curable sexually transmitted infection in New Zealand, chlamydia, (including the incidence and spread of the infection and why it is a public health issue) is discussed, and the audit examined. The first audit of fifty consecutive client visits exposed a lack of opportunistic testing. The second looking at a similar but more recent group of client visits, made after the results of the first (zero opportunistic testing) were known, shows an increase in testing and education about chlamydia. Important clinical issues concerning chlamydia testing and treatment are considered. In conclusion the article challenges other nurses in the community to take a lead in raising awareness of the consequences of undiagnosed chlamydial infection and find ways of increasing opportunistic testing for chlamydia within their practice. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 554 |
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540 |
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Drake, M.; Stokes, G. |
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Managing pre-registration student risk: A professional and legislative minefield |
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2004 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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20 |
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1 |
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15-27 |
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Risk management; Education; Law and legislation; Nursing |
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This article reports data from 15 schools of nursing, surveyed to identify difficulties experienced by nurse educators with respect to entry, progression and programme completion of undergraduate nursing students. Risk assessment, along with a lack of clear policy and procedures were found to be the main problem areas. Difficulties were exacerbated for educators when there were challenges to their professional judgement, either from the Nursing Council of New Zealand or from within their own institution. The authors argue for more recognition of the dual role of nurse educators, and greater clarification of the Nursing Council of New Zealand role in regulating the student's programme entry and progression, and ultimate admission to the Register. It is suggested that the recently passed Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (2003) provides nursing with an opportunity to address some of these issues. |
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546 |
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