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Author |
Hughes, F. |
Title |
Locating health policy and nursing: Time for a closer relationship |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
17 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
5-14 |
Keywords |
Policy; Nursing |
Abstract |
This paper outlines the role that policy and nursing have in a demanding and changing health care environment. It shows the basic tenets of policy, and provides strategies to enable nurses to increase their involvement in policy-making. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 641 |
Serial |
627 |
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Author |
Clendon, J.; McBride, K. |
Title |
Public health nurses in New Zealand: The impact of invisibility |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
17 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
24-32 |
Keywords |
Public health; Nursing specialties |
Abstract |
This research study examined the role of the public health nurse. Utilising community needs analysis method, 17 key informants and two focus groups were asked questions to determine perceptions of the public health nurse. Findings indicated that participants lacked knowledge regarding the role. Additional findings intimated that participants had difficulty in accessing public health nurse services and that 'knowing the system' was beneficial to receiving needed care. One of the major conclusions of this study was that many facets of care managed by public health nurses were invisible to the communities in which they work. Conclusions suggest that public health nurses need to enhance their service by improving accessibility to services and promoting their service in a more visible manner. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 643 |
Serial |
629 |
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Author |
Hill, N. |
Title |
A shared revelation: A comparative, triangulated study on improving quality of life in the terminally ill |
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Year |
2001 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
Massey University Library |
Volume |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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Keywords |
Quality of life; Terminal care; Nursing |
Abstract |
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Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 793 |
Serial |
777 |
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Author |
Rydon, S.E. |
Title |
Attitudes, skills and knowledge of mental health nurses: The perception of users of mental health services |
Type |
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Year |
2001 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
Massey University Library |
Volume |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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Keywords |
Mental health; Psychiatric Nursing; Patient satisfaction; Attitude of health personnel |
Abstract |
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Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 819 |
Serial |
803 |
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Author |
Richardson, S.; Allen, J. |
Title |
Casualization of the nursing workforce: A New Zealand perspective on an international phenomenon |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
International Journal of Nursing Practice |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
7 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
104-108 |
Keywords |
Industrial relations; Organisational change; Nursing; Personnel staffing and scheduling |
Abstract |
A discussion of the increased use of 'casual' nursing staff (those nurses employed on a casual or 'per diem' basis) is presented. Reference is made to related literature, together with consideration of the implications associated with this trend. This issue has international significance, with the increased use of casual staff being widely recognised. A New Zealand perspective is included, with the provision of nursing care at Christchurch Hospital presented to illustrate certain aspects of the discussion. The impact of changing health-care systems and increased emphasis on efficiency and accountability are identified. This change to workplace practice will inevitably affect nursing; possible future developments are considered. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 909 |
Serial |
893 |
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Author |
Carryer, J.B. |
Title |
Embodied largeness: A significant women's health issue |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Nursing Inquiry |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
8 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
90-97 |
Keywords |
Nurse-patient relations; Attitude of health personnel; Feminist critique |
Abstract |
This paper describes a three-year long research project in which nine large-bodied women have engaged in a prolonged dialogue with the researcher about the experience of being 'obese'. The study involved an extensive review of the multidisciplinary literature that informs our understandings of body size. The literature review was shared with participants in order to support their critical understanding of their experience. The experience of participants raised questions as to how nursing could best provide health-care for large women. An examination of a wide range of literature pertinent to the area of study reveals widespread acceptance of the notion that to be thin is to be healthy and virtuous, and to be fat is to be unhealthy and morally deficient. According to the literature review, nurses have perpetuated an unhelpful and reductionist approach to their care of large women, in direct contradiction to nursing's supposed allegiance to a holistic approach to health-care. This paper suggests strategies for an improved response to women who are concerned about their large body size. |
Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 941 |
Serial |
925 |
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Author |
Kiro,C. |
Title |
Maori health policy and practice = Kimihia hauora Maori : Ngapuhi, Ngati-Hine, NgatiTe Rangiwewehe |
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Year |
2001 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
Held by Lakes DHB Library (ROM) |
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Issue |
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Pages |
441 pp |
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Abstract |
A thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy, Massey University, Albany. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1363 |
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Author |
Henry, Pamela |
Title |
'Coming home safely : a successful transition from hospital to home' : Margaret May Blackwell Study Fellowship for Nurses of Young Children, Nursing Education Research Foundation |
Type |
Report |
Year |
2001 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
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Issue |
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Pages |
38 |
Keywords |
Infants; Hospital care; Home care services; Community health care; Reports |
Abstract |
Investigates programmes to facilitate the transition to home for babies who have had lengthy admission to Neonatal Intensive Care Units. Provides an overview of the transition services at four sites visited in the US and Canada. Highlights the common elements among all four programmes and identifies the components of quality transition services. Evaluates their clinical effectiveness. Part of the Margaret May Blackwell Scholarship Reports series. |
Call Number |
NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1426 |
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