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Author Takarangi, J. openurl 
  Title The elderly person's perception of their community using mental maps Type Miscellaneous
  Year Publication Abbreviated Journal (up)  
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  Abstract Using a community assessment model (Takarangi, 1981) this field project set out to ascertain how the well elderly in the community perceived their community as a place to live in.A technique from human geography – mental maps was used to gather perceptual data. This discussion looks at other possible application of the tool  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 111 Serial 111  
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Author Peters, B.C. openurl 
  Title The image of nurses on television: a study looking at the image of nurses portrayed on television in New Zealand in 1983 programs Type Miscellaneous
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  Abstract All Nurse/Doctor Television programs were observed and questionnaires completed over a period of two weeks, during August 1983, to study the image of Nurses as portrayed on Television, and to compare the findings with those of previous American studies in particular the studies done by Kalisch, B.J. and Kalisch, P.A. ( 1982). A total of 20 programs were viewed, divided into categories and analysed. The main categories were general and personal data, characteristics portrayed by nurses and activities performed as part of the professional role. Results indicated that overall the portrayed image of Nurses is a negative one which continues to enforce the traditional broad stereotypes held of Nurses. Namely the 'angel of mercy', sex object, Doctor's handmaiden or battle axe dragon. This study supports the previous American studies and indicates that the image has not changed a great deal since 1979  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 113 Serial 113  
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Author Blair, S. openurl 
  Title The lived experience of the surgical patient Type Miscellaneous
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  Abstract Acute illness as lived experience gives the person involved an understanding and knowledge of how they perceive a crisis in their lives. It also provides meaning and orientation to their world. Any perception a person has to an acute illness is a lived experience for that person. It is very personal and will live with that person forever  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 115 Serial 115  
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Author Keen, N. openurl 
  Title To live or let die: who decides and why? Type Miscellaneous
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  Abstract A survey of health professionals in a medium-sized regional hospital, examining attitudes and perceptions of clinical practice surrounding 'do not resuscitate' orders. Data collected using a questionnaire circulated to medical and nursing professionals currently practising in general medical and surgical areas. Reveals differences in what actually happens in clinical practice compared to what health professionals believe should happen. Using five brief case vignettes, agreement is shown in only two cases as to what resuscitation status should be. Shows that determining resuscitation status in dependent on the individual's values and belief systems  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 136 Serial 136  
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Author Butler, A.M. openurl 
  Title Towards a staffing formula: a staffing system for general and obstetric wards Type Journal Article
  Year 1980 Publication Journal of Advanced Nursing Abbreviated Journal (up)  
  Volume 73 Issue 3 Pages 8-10  
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  Abstract A system of staffing is described which can be used to distribute existing staff equitably throughout wards according to patient numbers and the degree of patient/ nurse dependency  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 137 Serial 137  
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Author Perry, J.(see also C.) openurl 
  Title Transition from student to graduate: phase 1, profile of third year comprehensive nursing students (1986) Type Miscellaneous
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  Abstract The aim of the first phase of this research was to collect simple survey data to describe in general terms the biographical and demographic characteristics of a national cohort of final year students in Comprehensive Nursing Courses  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 141 Serial 141  
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Author Perry, J.(see also C.) openurl 
  Title Transition from student to graduate: phase 2, profile of 1986 comprehensive graduates: first year graduation Type Miscellaneous
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  Abstract The report contains biographical and demographic data from 255 Comprehensive Nursing graduates from the 1986 Cohort ( N= 1200) It is a follow up survey of Nurse Students who participated in the 1987 survey ( Phase 1) It describes these graduates' experiences on entry to the workforce  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 142 Serial 142  
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Author Perry, J.(see also C.) openurl 
  Title Transition from student to graduate: phase 3, interviews with first year comprehensive graduates (Cohort 1986) Type Miscellaneous
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  Abstract This is the third and last phase of a research project following the careers of 30 of the (1986) cohort of Comprehensive Nursing Graduates. The report consists of interview extracts which allow these graduates to 'speak for themselves' about their post registration experience in the nursing workforce. This information should be of interest to those responsible for providing orientation and staff development programs  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 143 Serial 143  
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Author Kinross, D.N.J.; Joblin, I.A. openurl 
  Title Ward sister interaction in a public hospital: a field study Type Miscellaneous
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  Abstract with D.Garrett, C. Hamilton and A. Williams  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 145 Serial 145  
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Author Dixon, D.A. openurl 
  Title What categories in the working environment can nurses isolate as contributing to their stress level Type Miscellaneous
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  Abstract A student exercise using the qualitative research approach of Glaser and Strauss, commonly known as 'Grounded Theory'. The theory is generated from and grounded into data. Part One dealt with the advantages and disadvantages of qualitative research and its applicability as a methodology to add to Nursings' knowledge base. Part Two was a student learning exercise in the use of Grounded theory as a strategy for theory generation. Nurses identified three main categories that contributed to their perception of their stress level. 1. The degree of control Nurses perceived themselves as having on any given situation. 2. Their personal self image. 3. Their interpersonal skills and relationships with other people within the work environment  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 146 Serial 146  
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Author Henderson, H.M. openurl 
  Title What is the public image of the nurse? Type Miscellaneous
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  Abstract Taxes et al (1965) suggested that “people are characterised in terms of their vocations. We form an image of an occupation early in life and tend to maintain this image.” My research project used a descriptive methodology using a postal questionnaire for 100 subjects within the Wellington region. A 60% return eventuated and results interpreted as positive /negative response, grouped and discussed. The sample constituted a cross section of the publics view on the image of a Nurse. This research was performed as a requirement for an academic experience as part of a Post Graduate Diploma  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 147 Serial 147  
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Author Watson, P.B.; Feld, A. openurl 
  Title Factors in stress and burnout among paediatric nurses in a general hospital Type Journal Article
  Year 1996 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (up)  
  Volume 11 Issue 3 Pages 38-46  
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  Abstract High stress and staff turnover in a multi-specialty paediatric area prompted this study that aimed to :1) measure the burnout level of nurses in a multi-specialty paediatric area2) identify and validate causes of stress3) identify new ways of preventing stress on the wardFifty four percent (n=14) of the paediatric nurses completed the questionnaire booklet that included demographic data, the Maslach Burnout Inventory, the Nursing Situations Questionnaire the Hopkins Symptom Checklist-21 the Ways of Coping Checklist and open ended questions about sources of stress and satisfaction at work. Results indicated levelsof burnout and distress comparable with larger studies. Conflict with doctors was the major source of stress followed by workload, inadequate preparation in dealing with the emotional needs of patients and their families and death and dying. Conflict with doctors has not previously been identified as the major source of stress. However workload and death and dying are commonly identified as sources in the literature. Suggestions for further research and the low response rate are discussed  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 156 Serial 156  
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Author Clark, R.R.; Wasilewska, T.; Carter, J. openurl 
  Title Lymphoedema: a study of Otago women treated for breast cancer Type Journal Article
  Year 1997 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (up)  
  Volume 12 Issue 2 Pages 4-15  
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  Abstract Otago women who had been treated for breast cancer were asked by questionnaire about patterns of arm swelling post treatment. Almost one third indicated they had had swelling at some time. Few had received preventive advice or what to do should arm swelling occur  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 157 Serial 157  
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Author Martin, M.; Mullard, T. openurl 
  Title High level of compliance with rifampicin chemoprophylaxis of meningococcal disease Type Journal Article
  Year 1997 Publication The New Zealand Public Health Report Abbreviated Journal (up)  
  Volume 4 Issue 6 Pages 41-43  
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  Abstract This study investigated the degree of compliance and reasons for non-compliance with chemoprophylactic Rifampicin medication among 103 close contacts of memingococcal disease in the greater Auckland region during the period July to September 1996. The study showed a high degree of compliance among close contacts, with 96.1% taking Rifampicin as prescribed. Reasons for compliance were related to the contacts ' perceptions of susceptibility to the illness, the severity of the disease, and the benefits of medical intervention. The contacts found the service provided by the public health staff ws sufficient, and the information provided was valuable  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 164 Serial 164  
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Author Lakeman, R.M. openurl 
  Title Psychiatric – mental health nurses on the internet Type Journal Article
  Year 1998 Publication Computers in Nursing Abbreviated Journal (up)  
  Volume 16 Issue 2 Pages 87-89  
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  Abstract This research began in 1995 with an e-mail survey of psychiatric / mental health (PMH) nurses who belonged to an e-mail discussion group. The original aims were to describe how PMH used and learned to use the internet, the benefits to their work, and how they saw the internet affecting their work in future. Data were analysed using content analysis techniques and findings published in a number of forums. In 1999 another survey using the same e-mail list was undertaken to explore how things had changed in terms of internet use and peoples visions of how the internet is likely to impact on nursing in the future. These data are the subject of continuing analysis  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 191 Serial 191  
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