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Cumming, Glynis |
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From a generic to a gynaecological oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist: an evolving role |
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2008 |
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106 p. |
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Clinical Nurse Specialist; Nursing role; Patient outcomes; Patient satisfaction; Gynaecology nursing; Oncology nursing |
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Explores the role of the generic clinical nurse specialist (CNS) in order to provide clarity and guidance for an evolving Gynaecological Oncology CNS. Undertakes an integrative literature review to identify the generic components of a CNS role, the factors that impact on role development, and to establish what current literature states regarding the impact of the CNS role on patient outcomes. Highlights clinical expert, educator, consultant, researcher and care coordinator as generic components of a CNS role, with relational practice key to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1704 |
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Gardner, A.; Hase, S.; Gardner, G.; Dunn, S.; Carryer, J.B. |
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From competence to capability: A study of nurse practitioners in clinical practice |
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Journal Article |
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2008 |
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Journal of Clinical Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
Author copy available 12 months after publication from QUT ePrints |
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17 |
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2 |
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250-258 |
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Nurse practitioners; Professional competence; Advanced nursing practice; Evaluation |
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This research aimed to understand the level and scope of practice of the nurse practitioner in Australia and New Zealand further using a capability framework. The original study, from which the present paper was developed, sought to identify competency standards for the extended role of the nurse practitioner in Australia and New Zealand. In doing so the researchers became aware that while competencies described many of the characteristics of the nurse practitioner they did not manage to tell the whole story. In a search of the literature, the concept of capability appeared to provide a potentially useful construct to describe the attributes of the nurse practitioner that went beyond competence. A secondary analysis of data obtained from the interviews with 15 nurse practitioners working in Australia and New Zealand was undertaken. The analysis showed that capability and its dimensions is a useful model for describing the advanced level attributes of nurse practitioners. Thus, nurse practitioners described elements of their practice that involved: using their competences in novel and complex situations as well as the familiar; being creative and innovative; knowing how to learn; having a high level of self-efficacy; and working well in teams. This study suggests dimensions of capability need to be considered in the education and evaluation of nurse practitioners. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 945 |
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929 |
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Rydon, S.E.; Rolleston, A.; Mackie, J. |
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Graduates and initial employment |
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Journal Article |
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2008 |
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Nurse Education Today |
Abbreviated Journal |
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28 |
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5 |
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610-619 |
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New graduate nurses; Curriculum; Work |
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This research project was undertaken to inform nurse educators in the Department of Nursing and Health Studies of Manukau Institute of Technology of the employment opportunities for new graduate nurses emerging from the three year degree and registration programme. Graduates from the programme for the previous three years were surveyed for their experiences in gaining employment. 89.8% of graduates were successful in gaining employment in the first three months post registration. The number of graduates employed within a district health board declined across the three years but there were no significant differences between cohorts. Overall, 73% of graduates were employed into new graduate positions. The majority of graduates felt that their nursing education prepared them well for their role as a registered nurse. The findings of the qualitative data identified a strong need for science throughout the degree; longer clinical blocks; increased hands on experience; more practice with skills and less theory in relation to practical experience. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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701 |
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Robertson, Heather R; Neville, Stephen |
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Health promotion impact evaluation : 'healthy messages calendar (Te maramataka korero hauora)' |
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Journal Article |
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2008 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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24 |
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1 (Mar) |
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p.24-35 |
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Health promotion; Inequalities; Impact evaluation; Maori health |
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Evaluates the project to determine if it was an effective health promotion tool for the dissemination of health information. Obtains qualitative data from 5 focus groups and analyses data using a general inductive approach. Concludes that there are positive links between health promotion practices and the health needs of a local community. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1430 |
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Major, G.; Holmes, J. |
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How do nurses describe health care procedures? Analysing nurse-patient interaction in a hospital ward |
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Journal Article |
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2008 |
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Australian Journal of Advanced Nursing |
Abbreviated Journal |
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25 |
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4 |
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58-70 |
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Keywords |
Communication; Nursing; Nurse-patient relations |
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This study examines the communication strategies used by nurses on the ward in one aspect of the job, namely the ways that they describe health procedures to patients. The data used in this project was collected by nurses on a busy hospital ward as part of Victoria University's Language in the Workplace Project. Three nurses carried minidisc recorders as they went about their normal working day, recording their conversations with patients, visitors, and other staff. The data was collected in a women's hospital ward. All patients, nurses, cleaners and ward clerks were female; two doctors were female and two were male. Twenty three instances where nurses described procedures to patients were identified in the data set. The analysis identified several typical components; indicated there was no fixed order of components; and demonstrated that all except the core component of describing the procedure were optional rather than obligatory elements. The researchers note this is qualitative and exploratory research. The findings demonstrate the benefit of discourse analysis within a sociolinguistic framework for the analysis of nurse-patient interaction. The results indicate that health discourse is not one-sided, nor is it as straightforward as many nursing textbooks suggest. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 975 |
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959 |
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Kennedy, W. |
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How do Registered Nurses utilise self assessment and performance appraisal to inform their professional practice? |
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2008 |
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Eastern Institute of Technology Library |
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Professional development; Registered nurses |
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This thesis describes an exploratory study of registered nurses within a local district health board which pursued 'if' and 'how' professional practice frameworks assisted nurses in their individual professional practice. Self assessment and performance appraisal are identified as critical elements of professional development by the Nursing Council of New Zealand, and this became the focus of the author's research. A qualitative descriptive framework was utilised to explore the research question, where experiences of registered nurses employed within inpatient adult medical and surgical settings were collected through questionnaire. Analysis of the data was through general inductive thematic approach. Eight themes arose, of which, two have sub-themes. The first four themes relate to self assessment and performance appraisal and the second four themes relate to professional practice. The findings from the participant's perspective provide an understanding of how participants' utilised self assessment and performance appraisal to inform their professional practice. There are significant implications for professional practice within the findings of this study, which are presented along with recommendations for future practice, and future avenues for research. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1161 |
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Kennedy, Wendy Lynette |
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How do Registered Nurses utilise self assessment and performance appraisal to inform their professional practice? |
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Book Whole |
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2008 |
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97 p. |
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Registered Nurses; Self-assessment; Performance appraisal; Surveys |
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Describes an exploratory study of Registered Nurses (RNs) within a local District Health Board which pursued the question of 'if' and 'how' professional practice frameworks assisted nurses in their individual professional practice, specifically self-assessment and performance appraisal. Utilises a qualitative descriptive framework to explore the experiences of RNs in inpatient settings, via questionnaire. Identifies 8 themes related to self-assessment, performance appraisal, and professional practice. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1703 |
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Horsburgh, M.; Goodyear-Smith, F.; Yallop, J.; O'Connor, S. |
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Implementation of a nursing initiative in primary care: A case report, cardiovascular disease risk reduction |
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Journal Article |
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2008 |
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New Zealand Family Physician |
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35 |
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3 |
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183-186 |
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Multidisciplinary care teams; Cardiovascular diseases; Case studies; Primary health care |
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The aim was to report on implementation of a nursing initiative of cardiovascular disease (CVD) screening risk assessment at the Mornington Health Centre, Dunedin, with initial outcomes after six months. The practice aim was 80% of their eligible population assessed within three to four years, particularly targeting high-risk groups. The audit indicates that in their first six months, Mornington Health Centre had screened 42% of their eligible patients. This is described as very successful progress towards their goal of 80%. A number of key organisational factors are identified that are likely to have contributed to the development and success of the nurse CVD risk assessment programme at Mornington Health Centre. The authors suggest that this case study demonstrates how organisational change, where the practice nurse role in the multidisciplinary team is clear, can facilitate a practice to meet a population-based goal. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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514 |
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Kool, B.; Thomas, D.; Moore, D.; Anderson, A.; Bennetts, P.; Earp, K. |
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Innovation and effectiveness: Changing the scope of school nurses in New Zealand secondary schools |
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Journal Article |
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2008 |
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Australian & New Zealand Journal of Public Health |
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32 |
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2 |
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177-180 |
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School nursing; Maori; Pacific peoples; Socioeconomic factors; Evaluation; Scope of practice |
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The aim of this research was to describe the changing role of school nurses in eight New Zealand secondary schools from low socio-economic areas with high Pacific Island and Maori rolls. An evaluation of a pilot addressing under-achievement in low-decile schools in Auckland(2002-05) was made. Annual semi-structured school nurse interviews and analysis of routinely collected school health service data were undertaken. Two patterns of school nurse operation were identified: an embracing pattern, where nurses embraced the concept of providing school-based health services; and a Band-Aid pattern, where only the basics for student health care were provided by school nurses. The researchers conclude that school nurses with an embracing pattern of practice provided more effective school-based health services. School health services are better served by nurses with structured postgraduate education that fosters the development of a nurse-practitioner role. The researchers go on to say that co-ordination of school nurses either at a regional or national level is required. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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963 |
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Tweed, C.; Tweed, M. |
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Intensive care nurses' knowledge of pressure ulcers: Development of an assessment tool and effect of an educational program |
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Journal Article |
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2008 |
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American Journal of Critical Care |
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17 |
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4 |
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338-347 |
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Intensive care nursing; Training; Evaluation |
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The aim of this study was to assess intensive care nurses' knowledge of pressure ulcers and the impact of an educational programme on knowledge levels. A knowledge assessment test was developed. A cohort of registered nurses in a tertiary referral hospital in New Zealand had knowledge assessed three times: before an educational programme, within two weeks after the programme, and 20 weeks later. Completion of the educational programme resulted in improved levels of knowledge. Mean scores on the assessment test were 84% at baseline and 89% following the educational programme. The mean baseline score did not differ significantly from the mean 20-week follow-up score of 85%. No association was detected between demographic data and test scores. Content validity and standard setting were verified by using a variety of methods. Levels of knowledge to prevent and manage pressure ulcers were good initially and improved with an educational programme, but soon returned to baseline. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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958 |
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Koorey, R. |
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Is there a place for clinical supervision in perioperative nursing? |
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Journal Article |
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2008 |
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Dissector |
Abbreviated Journal |
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35 |
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4 |
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15-17 |
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Nursing models; Clinical supervision; Nursing specialties |
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This article explores the concept of clinical supervision and outlines a brief history of implications for nursing practice. Models of clinical supervision are outlined and examples of how they may be applicable to the clinical setting of perioperative nursing are provided. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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928 |
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Mahoney, L. |
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Making the invisible visible: Public health nurses role with children who live with a parent with a mental illness |
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2008 |
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Abbreviated Journal |
NZNO Library |
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Public health; Children; Community health nursing; Scope of practice |
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This research uses focus group methodology to examine the public health nursing practice with children living with a mentally ill parent. These children are often neglected, yet are at increased risk of developing mental illnesses themselves. The research data identified the burgeoning impact on public health nurses of such care, and found their role to be primarily assessment and advocacy. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1304 |
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1289 |
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Challis-Morrison, S. |
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Management and guidance of patient resuscitations within secondary rural hospitals |
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Book Chapter |
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2008 |
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Jean Ross (Ed.), Rural nursing: Aspects of practice (pp. 111-122) |
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Ministry of Health publications page |
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Hospitals; Rural health services; Resuscitation |
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This chapter firstly offers background information relating to the management and guidance of resuscitation within secondary rural hospitals. Secondly, it discusses the evidence related to issues concerning resuscitation and not-for-resuscitation, including issues involving medical and nursing staff, the patient experience, appropriate documentation, and cultural factors. Thirdly, it presents the findings through an implementation and evaluation plan. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 771 |
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755 |
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Fernandez, Carole; Wilson, Denise |
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Maori women's views on smoking cessation initiatives |
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Journal Article |
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2008 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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24 |
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2 (Jul) |
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27-40 |
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Maori health; Smoking cessation; Primary health-care nursing; Maori-centred research |
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Interviews a group of Maori women who have successfully ceased smoking and asks about influences and supportive interventions that helped them quit smoking. Analyses the data using Boyatzis' (1998) approach and identifies two primary themes providing insight for nurses working with Maori women smokers: transmission of whanau values; and factors crucial in influencing change. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1431 |
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Harding, T.S. |
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Men's clinical career pathways: Widening the understanding |
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Journal Article |
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2008 |
Publication |
Klinisk sygepleje |
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Coda: An institutional repository for the New Zealand ITP sector |
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22 |
Issue |
3 |
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48-57 |
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Male nurses; Gender; Careers in nursing |
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This article, drawn from a larger study, reports on the factors that have influenced the choice of a group of New Zealand male nurses' clinical career pathways. Using discourse analysis, interview data from 18 participants were analysed and related to existing literature on male nurses. The analysis revealed that the predominance of men in selected areas of nursing can be attributed to multiple factors including: socialisation pressures that are grounded on gender stereotyping, a desire for challenge, homosocial tendencies, and the belief that multiple work experience equips them to be better nurses. The results challenge essentialist readings of masculinity within the context of nursing and identifies challenges for nursing education and the profession to enable men to contribute more widely to nursing. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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646 |
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