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| Author | Blair, S. | ||||
| Title | The human cost of 'caring' care for registered nurses in clinical practice | Type | |||
| Year | 1999 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal  |
Victoria University of Wellington | |
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| Abstract | This research utilized a focus group methodology to discover what nurses in clinical practice considered 'caring' care meant for them. Six registered nurses volunteered to participate in the project. They practiced over a wide variety of real settings within the public hospital, which provided both acute and elective surgical and medical services, including an extensive elderly population. Taking these important 'caring' statements, I then explored with the group what factors in their work environment hindered of enhanced their identified 'caring' care in clinical practice as did their overseas counterparts. This study also highlighted the impact the health reforms had on the individual clinical practice at this hospital. The effects of the institutional changes in response to the health reforms were far reaching at both the personal and professional level. Caring is an important concept found in nursing practice. It has been widely documented By nurse scholars, researchers and nurse authors that care is at the core of nursing practice.Some have even referred to care as being the heart of nursing. The finding from the present research indicates the importance nurses place on caring in their day to day encounters with patients. It also demonstrates how nurses express their care and their perceptions of the importance of care has in the clinical practice | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 246 | Serial | 246 | ||
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| Author | Owen - Mills, V.I. | ||||
| Title | An exploratory study of postmenopausal women's views of health maintenance | Type | |||
| Year | 1997 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University of Wellington | |
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| Abstract | This research aims to illuminate the reality of health and health maintenance as four postmenopausal women understand and experience it. The research employs feminist methodology, informed by postmodern feminist writers, in order to allow maximum flexibility and to be congruent with supporting the exploratory nature of the research. The women in the study self-nominated as postmenopausal, and functioned equally as co-researchers with the researcher in a focus group which met twice for one-hour audiotaped interviews. The resultant combined statement on health was produced after thematic analysis of the data and individual reflection, and represents the values these women hold, that health is largely attitudinal.“Health is not what happens to you physically, emotionally or mentally, but how you deal with it.”It is notable that the women did not mention nurses as having a role in their health maintenance, nor were other health professionals considered to be essential. As well, hormone replacement therapy – a common theme in women's conversation and lay women's literature – was not mentioned as being an integral to the women's health maintenance. The methodological approach means that the research in non-generalisable. However the findings may add to existing knowledge about prevailing health concerns of postmenopausal women, may enhance the discourse, and may identify the need for further research | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 275 | Serial | 275 | ||
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| Author | Douche, J.R. | ||||
| Title | Urban women's choice of birthplace and locus of control | Type | |||
| Year | 1997 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University of Wellington | |
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| Abstract | Discourse about women assuming greater control over their childbirth experience has received much attention in contemporary childbirth and womens' studies publications. Research in the domain of childbirth has shown that a sense of control over one's birth experience is related to childbirth satisfaction. More specifically, studies have used Locus of Control measures and have found a significant relationship exists between expectations for control and choice of birth place. Choice of birth place features in some articles as a factor that determines the degree to which control can be exercised. Home, as a place of birth, is considered a setting in which a woman can have optimum control over her experience. Many women are discouraged from taking up this option, based on fears about safety. Reflection on why women continue to pursue a home birth against the wishes of their care giver rekindled and interest in Locus of Control. This study was undertaken to explore the relationship between urban women's choice of birth place setting and their scores on two different measures of Locus of Control (LOC). The aims of the study were: to test whether LOC scores predict choice of birth place for women who chose hospital, home or a birthing centre as their place of birth; to test which of the two LOC scales (Levenson's generalised measure or Wallston et al's more specific scale) is the most useful in predicting the influence of LOC and choice of birth place and to explore the relationship between choice of birth place LOC, demographic and contextual factors surrounding pregnancy. The method used in the study was a descriptive correlational design. One hundred and ninety four pregnant urban women who accessed a range of maternity care providers in the greater Auckland , Wellington , Christchurch and Dunedin cities responded to a “Birth Choice Survey” between April and June 1996. Tests of significance found significant differences for powerful others and chance Locus of Control among the three groups of women who chose hospital, home or a birthing center as a place of birth. Differences were significant at p = 0.05. No significant differences were ffound in the scores for internal Locus of Control for women in the three groups. Limitations in the sample sixe prevented linear discrimination being successful in predicting the influence and choice of LOC variables and choice of birth place for both scales. A classification tree was employed to identify key variables which might affect choice of birth place and indicated that women who were extremely happy with their birth place choice were more likely to be those who chose home birth. Locus of Control measures are interesting, and if used specifically, may be helpful in relation to understanding a women's choice of birth place. However general assessment of the contextual factors appears just as relevant. Implications of this study are the while women may differ in how they perceive their outcomes are determined, an overwhelming majority of women who participated in this study value their ability to make choices about their birth location. Identifying consumer perceptions about control and the contextual factors that influence women's choice of their birth place has the potential to clarify women's preferences for responsibility in their birth experience. Limitations of the study were addressed and included suggestions to improve response rates and thus generalizability of findings. Implications for further research were also considered | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 287 | Serial | 287 | ||
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| Author | Davies, B. | ||||
| Title | Midwifery competencies: students' stories | Type | |||
| Year | 1997 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University of Wellington | |
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| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 326 | Serial | 326 | ||
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| Author | Wilson, A.M. | ||||
| Title | Practice-based reflection: learning grounded in practice | Type | |||
| Year | 1996 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University of Wellington | |
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| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 327 | Serial | 327 | ||
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| Author | Ellison-Loschmann, L. | ||||
| Title | Maori women's experiences of breast-feeding | Type | |||
| Year | 1997 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University of Wellington | |
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| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 328 | Serial | 328 | ||
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| Author | Wanasinghe, V. | ||||
| Title | Students' and tutors' perspectives on what contributes to the academic success of mature aged students in a pre-registration nursing program | Type | |||
| Year | 1997 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University of Wellington | |
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| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 329 | Serial | 329 | ||
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| Author | Wheeler, K. | ||||
| Title | Metabolism of riboflavin by the human term placenta | Type | |||
| Year | 1995 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University of Wellington | |
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| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 333 | Serial | 333 | ||
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| Author | Cleaver, H | ||||
| Title | Reflections on knowing, not knowing and being in palliative care nursing | Type | |||
| Year | 2005 | Publication | A research paper submitted to the Victoria University of Wellington in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts (Applied) in nursing | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University of Wellington |
| Volume | Issue | Pages | 57 | ||
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| Abstract | Responses to questions from dying people and their families are as individual as each nurse, patient, family member or situation. This is well recognised and an unspoken truth in palliative care practice This paper explores the subjective nature of knowledge in palliative care generated through capturing moments of practice and subsequent reflections. This demonstrates how the author uses her model of care to open a space that enables the person and their family to find meaning from their experience and articulate what they need at the time. The author identifies her interest in the paradoxical reality of knowing and not knowing and describes how that paradox contributes to her role in supporting individual?s needs within their realities |
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| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1378 | ||
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| Author | Gunn, D. | ||||
| Title | Caring for the dying adolescent: The lived experience of four mothers | Type | |||
| Year | 1999 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University of Technology Library, NZNO Li | |
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| Abstract | The aim of this thesis is to present a phenomenological exploration of the experiences of four woman who have had an adolescent child die of cancer. Using the method of hermeneutic phenomenology, as described by van Mann (1984,1990) the study drew on the stories of four woman. From their stories eight emerging themes became apparent.The analysis of the themes is described under the following headings:- wanting to protect; wanting to be with; maintaining normality; feeling positive and hopeful; facing finality; realizing that death was imminent; coping with the common reality; and interacting with health professionals.Further interpretation of the emerging themes revealed “hope expectations” as the phenomenon of concern that captures these mothers' experiences. The hope expectation phenomenon reveals how the mothers coped with adversity, differing hope expectations in the common reality, oscillating hope expectations throughout the journey and hope expectations inspired by the health professionals.The outcome of this work is to provide professional, especially nurses, with insight and knowledge of the maternal experience of caring for the dying adolescent. It is hoped this research will contribute to the body of nursing knowledge and influence the care of parents who experience the trauma of caring for their dying adolescent child | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 163 | Serial | 163 | ||
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| Author | Cullens, V. | ||||
| Title | Not just a shortage of girls: The shortage of nurses in post World War 2 New Zealand 1945-1955 | Type | |||
| Year | 2001 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University Library | |
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| Keywords | Recruitment and retention; Nursing; History of nursing | ||||
| Abstract | This thesis explores the shortage of general hospital nurses in post World War II New Zealand between 1945 and 1955. Historical inquiry is used to identify the causes of the shortage and the response to the shortage by the Health Department, hospital boards and nurse leaders. Christchurch Hospital, administered by the North Canterbury Hospital Board, is used to illustrate the situation at one large, public, general hospital. Primary sources provided the majority of material which informed this thesis. Two themes emerge regarding the causes of the shortage of nurses: those that were readily acknowledged by nurse leaders and other health professionals at the time, and those which were less widely discussed, but which contributed to the nature of nursing work appearing less attractive to potential recruits. In response to the shortage the Health Department, hospital boards and the New Zealand Registered Nurses Association mounted several recruitment campaigns throughout the decade. As the shortage showed no sign of abatement the focus turned from recruitment to retention of nurses. While salaries, conditions and training were improved, nurse leaders also gave attention to establishing what nurses' work was and what it was not. Nurse leaders and others promoted nursing as a profession that could provide young women with a satisfying lifelong career. Due to these efforts, by 1955, this episode in the cycle of demand and supply of nurses had begun to improve. | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 1169 | Serial | 1154 | ||
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| Author | Pearce, K. | ||||
| Title | Orientation: Reading the nurses map; what new Plunket Nurses need in an orientation programme | Type | |||
| Year | 2003 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University Library | |
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| Keywords | Plunket; Training; New graduate nurses; Curriculum; Community health nursing | ||||
| Abstract | The Plunket orientation programme, first implemented in 1994, aims to prepare new Plunket Nurses for autonomous practice within the complexity of community based nursing. This study seeks to identify what new Plunket Nurses feel are their orientation needs. An evaluation research approach was used. An examination of the literature explored how orientation is conducted and the needs of nurses in orientation. Key aspects in relation to orientation were identified as including socialisation, job change, new graduates, preceptorship, orientation frameworks and retention. A focus group followed by a postal survey were utilised to collect data from new Plunket Nurses nationwide to ascertain what they thought their orientation needs were. Data analysis was completed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. The results of the study identified key orientation needs for new Plunket Nurses. These were an orientation programme, preceptorship, clinical skills teaching, time in own area and beginning autonomous practice, administration needs and support needs. The participants recommended quality preceptorship and early clinical teaching from the Clinical Educator. There was a general dissatisfaction with orientation as it stands in preparing them for their role as a Plunket Nurse. Recommendations to the Plunket Management Team were made based on the results of this study. | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1240 | ||
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| Author | Hamilton, J. | ||||
| Title | Personal power and the language of possibility: A study of opportunity and potential and its implications for nursing | Type | |||
| Year | 2003 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University Library | |
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| Keywords | Nursing philosophy; Careers in nursing | ||||
| Abstract | This study uses a critical approach to analyse influences connected to opportunities for nurses to have their unique contribution to the health system recognised, and identifies a plan of action. The stories as told by four Northland nurses, identified the underlying principle of self-knowledge which, when connected to core values emerged as personal power with the language of possibility. Other factors which enabled opportunity recognition were labelled as: knowing the self, integrating core values from personal and professional qualities, connecting these to an intuitive plan, trusting it because it is value-based, using that plan to form goals and achieve direction. Integrating core values into goal setting enabled people to make choices that would enhance as well as protect their personal development. This study has implications for nurses as they seek out places where they can work well and for health planners to design systems where this can happen. | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 1256 | Serial | 1241 | ||
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| Author | Adams, K. | ||||
| Title | A postmodern/poststructural exploration of the discursive formation of professional nursing in New Zealand 1840 – 2000 | Type | |||
| Year | 2003 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University Library | |
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| Keywords | History of nursing; Careers in nursing; Nursing philosophy | ||||
| Abstract | This study examines the discursive formation of professional nursing in one country, as revealed by the history of nursing in New Zealand. Michel Foucault's approach to historical research signifies a different level of analysis from conventional approaches, focusing not on the history of ideas but on an understanding of the present, a history of the present. A genealogical method derived from Foucauldian poststructuralism reveals how different understandings of nursing have occurred and have governed nursing practices and scholarship in different historical contexts. The archaeological investigation in this study reveals two moments of epistemic transformation, that is, two intervals of mutation and discontinuity. The Nightingale era in the 1880s precipitated the first epistemic shift – premodernism to modernism. The transfer of nursing education from hospital based training to the tertiary education sector, followed by the introduction of the baccalaureate degree, precipitated the second epistemic shift in the 1990s, the advent of postmodernism. Encompassing these two epistemes, six historical contexts are identified, where significant disruptions to the nursing discourses overturned previously held assumptions about what constituted a nurse. Each historical context is identified by specific discursive constructs. The first is colonial caring, the second the Nightingale ethos and the third heroic, disciplined obedience. In the fourth context, nursing is framed by, and within, discourses of skilled, humanistic caring, in the fifth, scientific, task focused managerialism, and in the 1990s, the sixth context, by multiple realities in an age of uncertainty. | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 1258 | Serial | 1243 | ||
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| Author | McClunie-Trust, P | ||||
| Title | Negotiating Boundaries: The Nurse Family Member Caring for Her Own Relative in Palliative Care | Type | |||
| Year | 2010 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal |
Victoria University Library | |
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| Keywords | Palliative care; boundaries; patient-family relations | ||||
| Abstract | This research illuminates the challenges of living well within one's own family as a nurse caring for her own relative who is dying of a cancer-related illness. Developing a deeper awareness of the consequences of this caring work has been the central focus for inquiry in this research. Nursing requires epistemologies that encompass new ways of understanding how we live within our own families and communities and practice as nurses. The theoretical framework that guides this research interprets the French Philosopher Michel Foucault's (1926-1984) critical history of thought as an ethical project for nursing. It uses conceptual tools developed in his later writing and interviews to draw attention to how discursive knowledge and practices constitute subjectivity in relations of truth, power and the self's relation to the self. The first aspect of the analysis, landscapes of care examines the techniques of discourse as relations of power and knowledge that constitute nurse family members as subjects who have relationships with their own families and other health professionals. The second aspect analyses care of the self and others as self work undertaken to form the self as a particular kind of subject and achieve mastery over one's thoughts and actions.As an exploration of the complex and contradictory subjectivities of the nurse family member, this research illuminates the forms and limits of nursing practice knowledge. It shows how nursing is practised, and the identity of the nurse is created, through intellectual, political and relational work, undertaken on the self in relation to others, as modes of ethical engagement. | ||||
| Call Number | NZNO @ research @ | Serial | 1350 | ||
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