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Alcorn, G. |
Title  |
Giving voice to school nursing as a primary health care specialty |
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| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
ResearchArchive@Victoria |
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| Keywords |
School nursing; Primary health care; Cross-cultural comparison |
| Abstract |
The purpose of this thesis is to give voice to school nursing as a primary health care specialty, and to promote the development of school nursing in New Zealand. School nursing is an invisible practice specialty that is largely funded from within the education sector, to address the health needs of student clients. School nursing is a significant primary health care initiative that can positively influence student health outcomes. The author presents her own school nursing practice experience and philosophy, prior to reflecting upon the history of school nursing, and the health concerns present within the student population. The work then moves to review and critique school nursing literature from New Zealand, Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. This thesis highlights the need for collaborative policy and practice development initiatives including a legislative requirement for school nurses, school nursing competencies and standards, school nurse to student ratios, postgraduate training, professional liaison, practice funding, and research. A discourse on the reflective topical autobiographical method introduces autobiographical poetry from school nursing practice and reflective inquiry, as the central research endeavour of this thesis. Autobiographical poetry is offered as a window to this specialty practice, and accompanying reflections allow access to a further layer of practice knowledge. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1143 |
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| Author |
Milligan, K.; Neville, S.J. |
| Title |
Health assessment and its relationship to nursing practice in New Zealand |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Contemporary Nurse |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
10 |
Issue |
1/2 |
Pages |
7-11 |
| Keywords |
Nursing; Education; Professional competence; Nurse practitioners; Cross-cultural comparison |
| Abstract |
This article draws on Australian experience to gain insight to three specific areas of health assessment that are topical in New Zealand, which has recently introduced the concept into nursing training. The issues are annual registration based on evidence of competence to practice, a review of undergraduate curricula, and the development of nurse practitioner/advanced nurse practitioner roles. The meaning of the concept 'health assessment' is also clarified in order to provide consistency as new initiatives in nursing are currently being developed. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1090 |
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| Author |
Spence, D. |
| Title |
Hermeneutic notions illuminate cross-cultural nursing experiences |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Journal of Advanced Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
35 |
Issue |
4 |
Pages |
624-630 |
| Keywords |
Transcultural nursing; Nursing |
| Abstract |
The aim of this paper was to articulate selected hermeneutic notions for the purpose of extending current understanding of cross-cultural nursing practice, and build on the author's work in this area. The project asserted that the notions of prejudice, paradox and possibility portray a nursing view of this phenomenon. The emphasis in this paper, rather than being methodological, is on showing how specific hermeneutic notions contribute to deeper understanding of the nature of cross-cultural practice. It is argued that contact with, and the capacity to explore, the play of conflicting prejudices and possibilities enhances understanding of the complex and paradoxical nature of cross-cultural nursing. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
705 |
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| Author |
Ward, J. |
| Title |
High acuity nursing |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
7 |
Issue |
12 |
Pages |
15-19 |
| Keywords |
Nurse-family relations; Emergency nursing; Technology |
| Abstract |
This article looks at the role of technology in nursing, and the interaction between it and human compassion and caring. The interface between critical care technologies and caring is explored, along with the social and political issues facing critical care areas. |
| Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1298 |
Serial |
1283 |
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| Author |
Herbert, B. |
| Title |
How often do health professionals wash their hands? |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
7 |
Issue |
13 |
Pages |
29-32 |
| Keywords |
Infection control; Attitude of health personnel |
| Abstract |
This literature review presents evidence on health professionals' practice in hand washing. The research was primarily quantitative and consistently showed that health professionals did not have a lack of knowledge, but that hand washing was not always done. More qualitative research is required to investigate reasons for this and possible interventions. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1293 |
Serial |
1278 |
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| Author |
Watson, S. |
| Title |
Humane caring: Quality of life issues for those elderly people wanting to remain in their own environment |
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| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
ResearchArchive@Victoria |
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Pages |
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| Keywords |
Geriatric nursing; Older people; Home care |
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This thesis explores the issues surrounding the elderly remaining in their own environment and why remaining 'at home' becomes so essential for them. There are many elderly people who have moved to residential care settings on the advice of others. The author explores the implications of such moves through the stories of several elderly persons, and her own experiences as a nurse working with the elderly in institutional care. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1217 |
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| Author |
Esera, F.I. |
| Title |
If a client is operating from a Samoan world view how can s/he be holistically and appropriately treated under the western medical model? |
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2001 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
ResearchArchive@Victoria |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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| Keywords |
Mental health; Psychiatric Nursing; Cultural safety; Cross-cultural comparison; Pacific peoples |
| Abstract |
This paper is an analysis of the cultural and traditional factors that the author presents as essential considerations in the treatment of Samoan people who have been diagnosed with a mental illness. Just as important to any clinical diagnosis, is the spiritual nature of Samoan culture and traditions, which inform belief systems. A full understanding of these will explain how the traditional beliefs and cultural values of Samoan people have an impact on their perception of mental illness, its causes and cures. The thesis places emphasis on 'ma'i -aitu', the Samoan term for most ailments pertaining to the mind or psyche. The focus is on defining 'ma'i -aitu' as part of a Samoan world view and likewise a description of a similar type of manifestation in the Papalagi (western) context of a psychiatric disorder and how treatment and management is usually undertaken. The issues addressed in this paper aim to highlight the Samoan client's world view from a Samoan perspective of mental illness which then poses the question of how they can be managed holistically and appropriately under the Papalagi medical system. Furthermore, it questions if the traditional belief system of Samoans run deeper than originally thought and can the replacement thereof by a foreign culture be responsible for the increased mental problems in Samoans living in New Zealand? This paper emphasises the importance of integrating the western medical model and Samoan health models, for appropriate mental health service delivery to Samoan people. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1231 |
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| Author |
Horrocks, T. |
| Title |
Implementing change combining Maori and Western knowledge in health delivery |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
7 |
Issue |
13 |
Pages |
37-41 |
| Keywords |
Maori; Cross-cultural comparison; Organisational culture; Quality assurance |
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This article explores the incorporation of western knowledge with kaupapa Maori in the delivery of health care. It presents a fictional kaupapa Maori service, as a tool to explore the change process and influence that organisational culture and leadership styles have on a process of integrating a kaupapa Maori nursing service. The importance of continual evaluation through quality assurance measures was also conveyed. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1280 |
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| Author |
Herd, C.M.F. |
| Title |
Is it a dangerous game? Registered nurses' experiences of working with care assistants in a public hospital setting |
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| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
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Abbreviated Journal |
Massey University, Palmerston North, Library |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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| Keywords |
Registered nurses; Personnel; Interprofessional relations |
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| Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 1274 |
Serial |
1259 |
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Walsh, C.; Boyd, L.; Baker, P.; Gavriel, A.; McClusky, N.; Puckey, T.C.; Sadler, D.; Stidworthy, A. |
| Title |
It was time for me to leave: A participatory action research study into discharge planning from an acute mental health setting |
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Report |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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| Keywords |
Psychiatric Nursing; Patient satisfaction; Hospitals; Administration |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1275 |
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1260 |
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| Author |
Johnstone, C. |
| Title |
Linking diet and respiratory distress |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
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| Volume |
7 |
Issue |
5 |
Pages |
22-23 |
| Keywords |
Diet; Chronic diseases; District nursing |
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The author, a district nurse, describes the experiences of a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease requiring long-term oxygen therapy and characterised as a carbon dioxide retainer whose overall health was improved by a carbohydrate restricted diet. The literature on carbohydrate intake and respiratory disease is briefly reviewed. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1011 |
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| Author |
Wright, R. |
| Title |
Linking theory with practice |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
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| Volume |
7 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
14-15 |
| Keywords |
Intensive care nursing; Nurse-family relations; Nursing models |
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This article describes the care of a brain-dead intensive care unit patient. The human caring theory of Jean Watson is used to interpret the interactions between family, patient and nurse in this case study. Watson's concepts of care are examined as they relate to each stage of caring for the patient and his family. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1012 |
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| Author |
Hughes, F. |
| Title |
Locating health policy and nursing: Time for a closer relationship |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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| Volume |
17 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
5-14 |
| Keywords |
Policy; Nursing |
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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. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 641 |
Serial |
627 |
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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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A thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy, Massey University, Albany. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1363 |
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| Author |
Crowe, M.; O'Malley, J.; Gordon, S. |
| Title |
Meeting the needs of consumers in the community: A working partnership in mental health in New Zealand |
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Journal Article |
| Year |
2001 |
Publication |
Journal of Advanced Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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| Volume |
35 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
88-96 |
| Keywords |
Community health nursing; Psychiatric Nursing; Patient satisfaction; Mental health |
| Abstract |
The aim of this study was to evaluate whether the services that community mental health nurses provide are meeting the needs of consumers in the community. This was a joint project between nurses and consumers. It was a service-specific descriptive research project utilising qualitative methods of data collection and analysis that provides a model for working in partnership. The results of this research identify collaboration in planning care and sharing information as two areas of concern but generally the consumers were very satisfied with the care provided by community mental health nurses. The analysis of the data suggests that consumers value nursing care because nurses provide support in their own home; they help consumers develop strategies for coping with their illness and their life; they provide practical assistance when it is required; they are vigilant about any deterioration or improvement; and they are available and accessible. The results of this study have demonstrated that nurses will remain critical to the success of community-based care because of their ability and willingness to be flexible to the demands of their own organisation and the users of services. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1087 |
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