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Author (down) Murray, D.J. openurl 
  Title The roles of nurses working with adolescents in Auckland secondary schools Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Auckland Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Adolescents; Nurse-patient relations  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 605  
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Author (down) Mortensen, A.; Young, N. openurl 
  Title Caring for refugees in emergency departments in New Zealand Type Journal Article
  Year 2004 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 20 Issue 2 Pages 24-35  
  Keywords Emergency nursing; Culture; Mental health; Health status  
  Abstract This paper outlines some of the special health needs of people from refugee backgrounds who present in the emergency department, and the role of emergency department nurses in improving care for refugee and migrant peoples. Refugees and asylum seekers represent a significant proportion of attendees in emergency departments in Auckland Hospitals. Culture and ethnicity are a major factor to be considered in addressing the health care needs of this population. Other factors such as the physical and psychological sequelae of the refugee experience, health care experience prior to arrival in New Zealand, poverty, language, and the trauma of resettlement also have a major impact on health care seeking behaviours.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 557 Serial 543  
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Author (down) Morrison-Ngatai, E. openurl 
  Title Mai i muri ka haere whakahaere: Maori woman in mental health nursing Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Mental health; Maori; Female; Psychiatric Nursing  
  Abstract Contents: Chapter 1 Kupu whakataki – introduction; Chapter 2 Raranga mohiotanga – literature review; Chapter 3 To te wahine mana tuku iho – theoretical framework; Chapter 4 Tahuri ki te rangahau – research methodology; Chapter 5 Whakaaturanga whakaoho – beginnings; Chapter 6 Kia pakari – positioning and contesting; Chapter 7 E ara ki runga wahine toa – standing and enduring; Chapter 8 Kua takoto te whariki.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 828  
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Author (down) Minchin, I. openurl 
  Title Advanced nursing in the operating theatre: The New Zealand perspective Type Journal Article
  Year 2004 Publication Dissector Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 32 Issue 2 Pages 30-35  
  Keywords Operating theatre; Nursing specialties  
  Abstract This article presents a literature review of current research on perioperative nursing. Research studies are summarised. Overall findings include that there is a lack of exposure to perioperative nursing in undergraduate level, that expert nurses in the operating theatre make a positive economic and social contribution to patient outcomes, and there are barriers to registered nurses expanding their role in operating theatres.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1072 Serial 1057  
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Author (down) McLaughlin, K. url  openurl
  Title Nephrology nursing: Early intervention in chronic kidney disease Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal ResearchArchive@Victoria  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Nursing specialties; Diseases; Advanced nursing practice; Kidney disease  
  Abstract This study explored the potential for extending the contribution nurses make in managing patients with chronic kidney disease as they progress to end stage kidney failure. In the context of a shortage of nephrologists and an escalating patient population suffering from kidney disease, the potential to include advanced nephrology nursing in early disease management was postulated. The literature was reviewed with regard to initiatives to reduce the progression of kidney failure and the prevention of associated complications. Local and international literature on advanced nursing practice and the nurse practitioner role was examined in relation to the management of chronic kidney disease. The introduction of the nurse practitioner in New Zealand could provide an ideal framework for independent nephrology nursing. Well-established nursing practice in dialysis, transplantation and pre-dialysis provide distinct scopes of practice in these areas for independent nursing in the future. It seems likely that these sub-specialties in nephrology nursing will be the first to experience the value of the nurse practitioner. The creation of early interventionalist nurse practitioners in nephrology health care would allow nurses to step outside these well-established sub-specialties, and provide new resources to help manage chronic kidney disease. A model of care was proposed that outlines how a nephrology nurse practitioner could work collaboratively with community health providers and the local nephrology health care team to manage the early stages of kidney disease.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1150  
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Author (down) McKillop, A.M. openurl 
  Title Evaluation of the implementation of a best practice information sheet: Tracheal suctioning of adults with an artificial airway Type Journal Article
  Year 2004 Publication JBI Reports Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 2 Issue 9 Pages 293-308  
  Keywords Evidence-based medicine; Nursing; Guidelines; Evaluation  
  Abstract This report presents an evaluation of the implementation of a best practice information sheet related to tracheal suctioning of adults with an artificial airway. The Centre for Evidence-Based Nursing Aotearoa, based in Auckland, conducted a systematic review of the evidence and produced the best practice information sheet. A survey of 105 nurses was conducted at three sites, in New Zealand and Australia. Using a before/after design, data were collected at the time of release of the information sheet and then approximately 12 months later. The study suggests a trend towards a modest uptake of best practice recommendations into nursing practice demonstrated by some behavioural changes within a 12-month period in the context of an implementation plan and the best practice information sheet.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 696  
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Author (down) McKey, A.; Huntington, A.D. openurl 
  Title Obesity in pre-school children: Issues and challenges for community based child health nurses Type Journal Article
  Year 2004 Publication Contemporary Nurse Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 18 Issue 1-2 Pages 145-151  
  Keywords Obesity; Children; Community health nursing; Parents and caregivers  
  Abstract In this paper, literature related to childhood obesity in New Zealand and internationally is explored to identify current issues, and the implications for nurses in community based child health practice are discussed. Themes that emerged from the literature relate to the measurement of obesity, links between childhood and adult obesity and issues for families. Studies that investigated maternal perceptions of childhood obesity found that mothers identified their child as being overweight or obese only when it imposed limitations on physical activity or when the children were teased rather than by referring to individual growth graphs. The implications for nursing in the area of child health practice are discussed. Understanding of the complex and emotive issues surrounding childhood obesity is required when devising health promotion strategies.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 946  
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Author (down) McDonald, S. openurl 
  Title Registered nurses' perceptions of their role in acute inpatient care in New Zealand: A qualitative descriptive study Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Auckland  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Mental health; Psychiatric Nursing  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 620 Serial 606  
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Author (down) McClelland, B. url  openurl
  Title Critical factors that influence staff retention in an acute perioperative environment Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal AUT University Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Recruitment and retention; Nursing  
  Abstract There are a number of factors recognised as significant for nursing staff retention. These include, a lack of organisational care, bullying (commonly referred to as horizontal violence), and high workload acuity. However, there does not appear to be any indication that these factors influence the retention of nurses within the speciality of acute perioperative nursing. A descriptive study using postpositivist methodology and triangulation of methods was designed to answer the question: What are the critical factors that influence staff retention in an acute perioperative environment? Forty-eight perioperative nurses answered a questionnaire in relation to individual needs, provision of nursing care and administration and management. Four nurses subsequently participated in a focus group interview that explored in more depth, the survey data related to the following characteristics: Educational opportunities; Level of workload acuity; Rostering flexibility; Management; Established policies/Quality assurance; Graduate orientation programs and Professional relationships in an acute perioperative setting. Data analysis revealed that > 90% of respondents agreed that these characteristics are important for job satisfaction and influence staff retention in an acute perioperative environment. A sense of belonging appears to be the most important theme that emerged from the qualitative data. Job satisfaction and staff retention are attained when nurses have a sense of belonging in the workplace. To achieve this nurses need to identify barriers, develop their communication and leadership skills and determine the ideal professional practice model. The author suggests that the themes “Finding time” and increased “sick leave”, in relation to workload acuity are new findings that provide a platform for future research.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 894  
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Author (down) Maxwell-Crawford, K. url  openurl
  Title Huarahi whakatu: Maori mental health nursing career pathway Type Report
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume (Trm/04/15) Issue Pages  
  Keywords Professional development; Careers in nursing; Maori; Psychiatric nursing; Mental Health  
  Abstract Huarahi whakatu describes a pathway for recognising the expertise of nurses working in kaupapa Maori mental health services and recommends a professional development programme that can lead to advancement along the pathway. An emphasis on dual competencies – cultural and clinical – underlies the rationale for regarding kaupapa Maori mental health nursing as a sub-specialty. Eight levels of cultural competencies and twelve levels of clinical competencies are used to differentiate career stages and it is recommended that movement from one level to another should be matched by increased remuneration. The report also contains a recommended professional development programme to support the operationalisation of the career pathway.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 824  
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Author (down) Maries, V.J. url  openurl
  Title Chosen moments: A reflective journey illustrating terminally ill patients choosing the moment to die Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Terminal care; Palliative care; Nurse-patient relations  
  Abstract In this project the author reveals how she is observing and thinking as she cares for people who are dying. She records her reflections and insights and reveals that there is life right up to the moment of death, having observed terminally ill patients choosing the precise moment to die. She describes her observations of these moments by using poetry and stories, and explores the implications for her practice as a result. The author presents her reflections using an individualistic, reflective and exploratory perspective which is informed by the work of nursing scholars. This paper is framed using the metaphors of a journey and a window to indicate the reflective process that the author used to journal her observations in practice over time.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 773  
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Author (down) Maloney-Moni, J. openurl 
  Title Kia Mana: A synergy of wellbeing Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal University of Auckland Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Transcultural nursing; Psychology; Maori  
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  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 841 Serial 825  
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Author (down) Malcolm, H. openurl 
  Title Patient privacy in a shared hospital room: Right or luxury? Type Journal Article
  Year 2004 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 20 Issue 1 Pages 28-35  
  Keywords Patient rights; Law and legislation; Nursing; Hospitals  
  Abstract In this article the author discusses the New Zealand legislation aimed at protecting the individual's right to privacy and concludes that practice may place healthcare consumers' rights at risk. While patient privacy should be of concern to all health professionals, the focus here is on the nurse's role in relation to recently formulated competencies published by the Nursing Council of New Zealand, which includes the recommendation that care be seen to exhibit an awareness of healthcare consumers' rights to privacy alongside the expectation that nurses question practices that compromise patient privacy.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 562 Serial 548  
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Author (down) Mackay, B. openurl 
  Title An analysis of innovative roles in primary health care nursing Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal Northland Polytechnic Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Nurse practitioners; Primary health care; Maori; Policy; Careers in nursing  
  Abstract An analytical tool of Force Field Analysis was used to identify and describe forces influencing the development of innovative roles, including the nurse practitioner role, in primary health care nursing. At the commencement of the study an initial analysis of research, literature and policy identified forces driving or restraining the development of innovative roles. A mixed research method of surveys and focus group interviews with key stakeholders, namely nurses in innovative roles, general practitioners and nurse leaders, was then used to identify factors influencing development within the Northland District Health Board. Descriptive statistics and interpretative methods were used to analyse the data. A final analysis enabled a picture of forces influencing innovative role development to be presented. Driving forces reflected international trends and were strongly influenced by economics and a political imperative to reconfigure health care services towards a primary health focus. The Treaty of Waitangi was also a key influence. Driving forces had greatest impact on the development of new roles. Forces were identified as drives towards cost-effective evidence-based health care (effective services), equity for Maori, response to local needs and workforce reorganisation. The major forces restraining the development of innovative roles were reinforced by attitudes, customs and support systems. These forces were identified as poor professional identity and support, an outdated nursing image, inadequate education and training and slow transition from traditional practices and structures (tradition). These forces had a negative influence on support for innovative roles. Promotion of kaupapa Maori, involvement of the local community, local Maori and nursing in decision-making and promotion of a team culture have the potential to support further development of innovative roles. Political ideology and the Treaty of Waitangi will continue to be major influences directed through policy and the contracting and funding process.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1124  
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Author (down) Lynes, H. openurl 
  Title Partnership or collaboration? Exploring professional relationships between public health nurses and school staff in Otago, New Zealand Type
  Year 2004 Publication Abbreviated Journal Otago Polytechnic library. A copy can be obtained by contacting pgnursadmin@tekotago.ac.nz  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Public health; Nursing; Nurse-family relations; School nursing  
  Abstract School staff are a conduit by which children and families can access the public health nursing service and the public health nurses can access children and their families. The author notes that, to benefit children, public health nurses need more than knowledge of health issues; they need to understand how to work well with staff from the education sector. A good professional relationship between public health nurses and school staff will therefore ultimately result in a benefit to children's health. This thesis reviews the literature using an interpretive lens to examine the position of public health nurses and schools. It argues that public health nurses need to access expertise from other sources besides nursing in order to develop and sustain the skills of relating professionally to staff from the education sector. It proposes collaboration as a model of public health nursing practice with school staff but recognises that further research on inter-sectorial collaboration is necessary.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 836  
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