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Author Vermeulen, J. openurl 
  Title “And there's the likes of me”: A phenomenological study of the experience of four women inpatients at a mental health unit Type
  Year 2002 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Psychiatric Nursing; Patient satisfaction; Hospitals; Nurse-patient relations  
  Abstract This research draws on the experiences of four women whilst they were inpatients at the Mental Health Unit in Southland. The Husserlian path of phenomenology was followed and in-depth interviewing used to collect data. Colaizzi's method of analysis enabled accurate interpretation of transcripts. The overall goal of this research was to provide health professionals with an opportunity to inform their practice, based on what consumers were saying about their experience of hospitalisation. Themes emerged through participants relating their experience by using comparisons with either their outside world or previous episodes of hospitalisation. Through analysis, two fundamental structures became evident within the findings. These were 'the environment as containment' and 'the road to recovery'. The author concludes that this study raises significant issues surrounding the experience of hospitalisation at the Mental Health Unit that have implications for future research and for future service delivery.  
  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1246  
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Author Hylton, J.A. openurl 
  Title Enrolled nurse transition to degree level study based at a rural satellite campus Type
  Year 2002 Publication Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Nursing; Education; Enrolled nurses  
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  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1248  
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Author Little, S. openurl 
  Title An exploration of vicarious traumatisation in emergency nurses Type
  Year 2002 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Emergency nursing; Occupational health and safety; Nursing research; Stress  
  Abstract This thesis explores the theoretical notions of suffering and caring within the nurse patient relationship in the context of emergency nursing. It includes a small pilot study that aimed to assess the feasibliity of a major research project, by describing the impact of vicarious traumatisation in emergency nurses, specifically in relation to their self capacities. This pilot study utilised a descriptive, correlational design. Data was collected by using the Inner Experience Questionnaire (IEQ) a twenty four-item questionnaire developed by Dr Pearlman (1995), and a profile sheet which identified demographic details. Twenty-seven emergency nurses participated in this pilot study. The IEQ was assessed for internal reliability by applying the Cronbachs alpha and utilising a focus group to gain insight into the usability and relevance of the questions. The internal reliability of the IEQ suggests that it may be an appropriate tool to measure disruption of self capacities in the population of emergency nurses. Although the results are limited, and conclusions cannot be drawn, findings suggest a correlation between the variables of age, experience, nursing qualifications and a history of personal trauma and the IEQ. There is evidence that emergency nurses are affected psychologically when caring for the victims of trauma in emergency departments and the IEQ has the potential as a tool to be integrated into future emergency nursing studies. A multidimensional methodological approach is recommended to capture the many contours of the complex phenomena of vicarious traumatisation and the emergency nurse.  
  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1249  
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Author Corlett, E. openurl 
  Title Finding out what works and what doesn't work: Caring for women with a fungating tumour of the breast Type
  Year 2002 Publication Abbreviated Journal Massey University, Albany, Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Breast cancer; Nursing; Cancer  
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  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1250  
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Author Kidd, J.D. openurl 
  Title What's going on? Mental health nursing in New Zealand Type
  Year 2002 Publication Abbreviated Journal Otago Polytechnic Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Psychiatric Nursing; Nursing research  
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  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1255  
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Author Haggerty, C. openurl 
  Title Preceptorship for entry into practice Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication Whitireia Nursing Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 9 Issue Pages 7-13  
  Keywords Preceptorship; Psychiatric Nursing; Nursing; Education  
  Abstract The author examines some of the issues affecting preceptorship in relation to a graduate diploma programme of psychiatric mental health nursing. Previous research by the author lead to recommendations on clarifying the roles and responsibilities of those involved in the programme, and improving preceptor selection, training, support and evaluation. By providing such clarity and support, the preceptor role in the clinical setting is given the best chance to succeed.  
  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1295  
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Author McCallum, C. openurl 
  Title Balancing technology with the art of caring Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 7 Pages 21-23  
  Keywords Technology; Nursing; Nurse-patient relations; Ethics  
  Abstract The author examines the role of technology in high dependency units, which can alienate nurses from patients. The ethical issues raised by technology are reviewed, particularly the allocation of expensive interventions, and the implications of life-sustaining technology on the application of informed consent. The author highlights the challenge facing nurses to bridge the gap between medical technology and humane caring.  
  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 1017 Serial 1001  
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Author Sadlier, C. openurl 
  Title Gaining insight into the experience of diabetes Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 14-16  
  Keywords Diabetes Type 2; Maori; Nursing  
  Abstract This article reports a research project that investigated the experience and expectations of Maori who were newly-diagnosed with non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM). Four people diagnosed with NIDDM were interviewed over 12 months. Participant recommendations are incorporated into suggested improvements for managing the condition.  
  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 1020 Serial 1004  
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Author Lowe, L. openurl 
  Title Linking housing and health status Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 9 Pages 26-27  
  Keywords Health status; Public health; Nursing  
  Abstract The author examines the impact of poor housing on health, and looks at how the situation can be improved. Ways that nurses can work towards improving housing standards and thus health are discussed.  
  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 1021 Serial 1005  
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Author Crowe, M.; O'Malley, J.; Bigwood, S. openurl 
  Title Nursing mental health consumers in the community Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 8 Pages 14-15  
  Keywords Community health nursing; Psychiatric Nursing  
  Abstract The purpose of this research was to describe the characteristics of community mental health nursing care in the community. Twenty six nurses were enrolled in a study consisting of semi-structured interviews about the nature of their care. Responses were analysed to identify categories of skills. These were characterised as: establishing connectedness; promoting individual and family resilience, promoting citizenship; and addressing structural issues. Responses from the nurses are used to illustrate these categories.  
  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 1024 Serial 1008  
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Author Brinkman, A. openurl 
  Title Occupational stress in hospitals: A nursing perspective Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 6 Pages 21-23  
  Keywords Occupational health and safety; Stress; Nursing  
  Abstract This article examines the environmental stressors that cause occupational stress for many nurses, particularly the health reforms and the Employment Contracts Act (ECA). The concept of stress is reviewed and theories of occupational stress are described, including the demand-control theory and the transactional model. Nurses are advised to become aware of occupational stress in their workplaces, citing a study by the author showing high levels of stress among hospital nurses.  
  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 1025 Serial 1009  
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Author Warren, S. openurl 
  Title Cultural safety, where does it fit? A literature review Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 14 Pages 27-30  
  Keywords Cultural safety; Cross-cultural comparison; History of nursing  
  Abstract This literature review discusses the history of the inclusion of culture into nursing studies. There is a small sample of overseas literature for critique with a focus on the inclusion of cultural safety in New Zealand. The concept of cultural safety was first introduced into New Zealand in the late 1980s. It was adopted by the New Zealand Nursing Council for nurses and midwives in 1992 and became part of the basic curriculum for nursing and midwifery education.  
  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 1095 Serial 1080  
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Author Sargison, P.A. openurl 
  Title Essentially a woman's work: A history of general nursing in New Zealand, 1830-1930 Type
  Year 2002 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Otago Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords History of nursing; Gender  
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  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 1127 Serial 1112  
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Author Stojanovic, J.E.E. url  openurl
  Title Leaving your dignity at the door: Maternity in Wellington 1950 – 1970 Type
  Year 2002 Publication Abbreviated Journal ResearchArchive@Victoria  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Hospitals; Nursing specialties; Maternity care; Patient satisfaction  
  Abstract This thesis describes the maternity system in Wellington between 1950 and 1970 particularly from the perspectives of consumers and midwives. Four women consumers who experienced maternity in Wellington and two midwives who worked in Wellington's maternity hospitals during this period provided their oral testimonies as the main primary sources for this study. The author's experience of being a student nurse and a consumer in Wellington and other primary and secondary sources are used to substantiate, explore and explain the topic. The study traces the socio-political changes in New Zealand maternity from 1900 to 1970 creating a backdrop against which Wellington's maternity system, including the women, the hospitals, the workforce, maternity practices and the childbearing process are illuminated using the insights of women and midwives who experienced them. The oral testimonies of the six participants described positive and negative aspects of their maternity experiences, but the three strong themes that arose from their accounts included 'being alone', 'lack of autonomy' and 'uncaring attitudes'.  
  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 1223 Serial 1208  
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Author O'Sullivan, C. openurl 
  Title Cardiopulmonary resuscitation: Attitudes and knowledge of medical and nursing staff Type
  Year 2002 Publication Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Attitude of health personnel; Emergency nursing  
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  Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 1262 Serial 1247  
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