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Author |
Owen, Katie; Day, Liz; Yang, Diya |
Title |
Promoting well-being for Chinese international students in an undergraduate nursing programme: reducing culture shock |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal |
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Issue |
24 |
Pages |
13-20 |
Keywords |
International students; English as an additional language (EAL); Culture shock; Acculturation; Mental health |
Abstract |
Reviews literature relating to the experience of international tertiary students, particularly Chinese students, undertaking nursing education. Reports that international students cite poorer mental and physical health outcomes than domestic students, and that students with English as an additional language (EAL) experience culture shock, frustration and stress. Suggests that tertiary institutions need to supply targeted interventions for international students in language and cultural adaptation to promote positive acculturation. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1546 |
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Author |
Crick, Michelle; MacDonald, Danielle; Perry, Jane; Poole, Nicky |
Title |
Reflections on the influence of grandmothers on the careers of four nurses |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
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Issue |
24 |
Pages |
21-27 |
Keywords |
Reflection; Grandmothers; Advanced nursing practice |
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Presents the personal reflections of four nurses who have lived and worked in different parts of the world, revealing the influence of their grandmothers in their career choice. Identifies common values of respect, courage and the importance of listening to others, imparted to the nurses by their grandmothers. Relates these attributes to fundamental elements of the International Council of Nurses (ICN) code of ethics. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1547 |
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Author |
Smit, Charmaine |
Title |
Making self-care a priority |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
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Issue |
24 |
Pages |
29-35 |
Keywords |
Self-care; Compassion fatigue; Burn-out; Compassion; Palliative care |
Abstract |
Highlights the importance of prioritising self-care for palliative care nurses whose prolonged exposure to work-related stress may result in burn-out. Recommends a self-care plan that addresses individual strengths and challenges, including physical, emotional, cognitive, relational and spiritual. Suggests the use of self-care strategies, such as the identification of professional and personal strengths, and the application of mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques to improve self-awareness. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1548 |
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Author |
Cameron, Megan |
Title |
Evaluation report of a postgraduate specialty programme: is a specialty nursing qualification delivering what it says it does? |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
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Issue |
24 |
Pages |
37-45 |
Keywords |
Evaluation; Primary health care; Nursing; Well Child/Tamariki Ora; Postgraduate study; Surveys |
Abstract |
Examines whether a postgraduate programme for Well Child/Tamariki Ora (WCTO) nurses prepares nurses new to child health to understand primary health care, health promotion, community nursing and nursing theory. Uses on online survey devised by Plunket National Educators to evaluate the (WCTO) strand of the Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Health Care Specialty Nursing curriculum against the delivery of the programme. Assesses student experience and student perceptions of the impact of their learning on their nursing practice. Considers whether it enables nurses to consider the specific populations in their care, or to encourage individuals, families and communities to increase their skills in health-focused daily living. Seeks to ascertain whether the structure of the programme, based on the clinical integration approach, supports nursing practice and academic study. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1549 |
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Author |
Orsborn, Georgina |
Title |
Use of rapid e-learning authoring tools in higher education |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
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Issue |
24 |
Pages |
47-51 |
Keywords |
E-learning; Rapid authoring tools; Articulate 360; Higher learning; Blended learning |
Abstract |
Explores the opportunities and challenges presented to tertiary educators using rapid authoring tools to create interactive and meaningful e-learning online content without the need for programming skills. Focuses on the potential of the Articulate Storyline platform in higher education. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1550 |
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Author |
McKellar, Dianne; Rodrigues, Agustilia |
Title |
Access to health care for people living in Aotearoa with a serious mental iullness: a social justice issue |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
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Issue |
24 |
Pages |
53-57 |
Keywords |
Serious mental illness; Physical health; Disparity; Social justice; Person-centred care |
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Argues for an integrated care model combining mental and primary health care while providing person-centred care that upholds the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. Maintains that there is a need for national guidelines for the management and assessment of people with serious mental illness (SMI)to redress their health disparities. Suggests that nurses have the opportunity to become agents of change to address this issue of social justice. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1551 |
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Author |
Asbury, Elizabeth A |
Title |
The importance of conference attendance in developing research collaborations |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
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Issue |
24 |
Pages |
59-62 |
Keywords |
Research; Collaboration; Presentation; Publication |
Abstract |
Suggests that conferences may play a vital role in creating and maintaining collaborative research relationships. Administers an anonymous questionnaire to 146 research-active, degree-teaching staff employed at Whitireia NZ, to elicit information relating to previous or current research collaborations. Reports the association between conference attendance and collaborative research. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1552 |
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Author |
Moana, Brenda; Crawford, Ruth; Isaac, Dorothy |
Title |
Discussing sexual health with older clients: are primary health care nurses sufficiently prepared? |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
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Issue |
24 |
Pages |
63-67 |
Keywords |
Sexual health; Assessment; Primary health care; Older adults; Surveys |
Abstract |
Reports some findings of a study which examined primary health care (PHC) nurses' preparedness for engaging older adults in conversation about sexual health research. Examines the experiences and beliefs of PHC nurses working with older clients. Conducts three focus groups with 16 participants who discussed their experiences, values and perceptions of conversations on sexual health with older clients. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1553 |
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Author |
Turney, Faith; Kushner, Bernie |
Title |
The experience of the spouse caring for a partner with Parkinson's disease |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
33 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
7-16 |
Keywords |
Parkinson's Disease; Informal carer; Partner; Caregiver burden |
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Seeks to understand the experience of a spousal caregiver of a partner with Parkinson’s disease. Sets out to: explore the experience of caring for a partner with Parkinson’s disease, identify areas of support that may be needed, and inform professional health practice about the perceptions of the caregiver spouse. Undertakes a qualitative descriptive study, collecting data from semi-structured interviews with five women over the age of 65 years of age. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1521 |
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Author |
Hikuroa, Evelyn; Glover, Marewa |
Title |
Reducing smoking among indigenous nursing students using incentives |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
33 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
17-27 |
Keywords |
Smoking; Maori nurses; Nursing students; Maori health; Financial incentives |
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Presents the results of a stop-smoking trial using a financial incentive to assist Maori nursing students and a whanau quit-mate to quit smoking. Conducts a marae-based 24-week programme of cessation support with financial incentives in the form of scholarship payments awarded to students incrementally based on proven smoking cessation of both quit mates. Uses focus groups at two points in the programme with students and their quit mates and administers a questionnaire to students at the end of the programme. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1523 |
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Author |
Yeung, Polly; Rodgers, Vivien |
Title |
Quality of long-term care for older people in residential settings -- perceptions of quality of life and care satisfaction from residents and their family members |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
33 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
28-43 |
Keywords |
Resident-centred approach; Ageing; Care homes; Residential aged care; Quality of life; Care satisfaction |
Abstract |
Explores long-term care-home residents’ quality of life and their family's satisfaction with the care provided. Uses descriptive and correlational analyses, collecting secondary data from 39 residents of two long-term care facilities with a resident-directed care approach. Asks residents to complete a survey of quality-of-life and overall satisfaction measures, and asks 31 of their family members to complete a survey on care satisfaction provided by the facilities. Presents a number of practical considerations for nursing care staff to improve residents' quality of life and staff-family relationships. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1524 |
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Author |
Burrow, Maria; Gilmour, Jean; Cook, Catherine |
Title |
Healthcare assistants and aged residential care: A challenging policy and contractual environment |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
33 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
7-19 |
Keywords |
Healthcare assistants; Aged care; Registered nurses; Supervision; Retention; Nursing education |
Abstract |
Examines NZ policy and care demands in aged residential care. Maintains that registered nurses need to understand the socio-political, economic and educational factors that influence care delivery in aged residential care. Presents an overview of the current role of healthcare assistants (HCAs)in aged residential care, based on a review of the existing grey literature, current national policy, DHB contract agreements and NZNO collective agreements. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1533 |
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Author |
Meza, Jeanette; Kushner, Bernie |
Title |
An exploration of autonomy and independence among community |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
33 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
20-28 |
Keywords |
Older adults; Independence; Ageing |
Abstract |
Conducts interviews with five adults, aged 85 or over, to discover how they expressed and negotiated independence and autonomy in their daily lives, and when in contact with the health-care system. Aims to provide health-care professionals with information regarding independence, autonomy and decision-making when caring for older adults. Groups the findings into three themes: independence, past and present; autonomy and decision-making; and health. Provides evidence of older adults living self-determined lives. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1534 |
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Author |
Jamieson, Isabel; Sims, Deborah; Casey, Michelle; Wilkinson, Katie; Osborne, Rachel |
Title |
Utilising the Canterbury Dedicated Education Unit model of teaching |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
33 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
29-39 |
Keywords |
Dedicated Education Units; Graduate nurses; Recruitment and retention; Student support |
Abstract |
Considers whether the Canterbury Dedicated Education Unit model of clinical teaching and learning can support graduate registered nurses in their first year of practice. Uses a descriptive exploratory case-study approach to gather data via three focus groups with a total of eleven participants. Undertakes thematic analysis to identify patterned meaning across the dataset from which two primary themes emerge: support, and recruitment and retention. Identifies five associated sub-themes: peer support, organisational support, liaison nurse support, team support for the graduate registered nurses, and team support for the staff. Reveals the significant contribution made by the Nurse Entry-to-Practice Programme Liaison Nurse as a conflict broker. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1535 |
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Author |
Water, Tineke; Rasmussen, Shayne; Neufeld, Michael; Gerrard, Debra; Ford, Katrina |
Title |
Nursing's duty of care: from legal obligation to moral commitment |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2017 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
33 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
p.7-20 |
Keywords |
Duty of care; Registered nurses; Professional standards; Legal obligation; Moral commitment |
Abstract |
Maintains that duty to care is a fundamental basis of nursing practice. Explores the historical origins and development of the concept, alongside nurses' legal, ethical and professional parameters associated with duty of care. Identifies major concepts including legal and common-law definitions of duty of care, duty of care as an evolving principle, the moral commitment to care, and the relevance of duty of care to nursing practice in NZ. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1587 |
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