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Author Minton, Claire Maree url  openurl
  Title A multicase study of a prolonged critical illness in the Intensive Care Unit : patient, family and nurses' trajectories Type Book Whole
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 279 p.  
  Keywords Critical care; Intensive Care Units; Chronic Illness Trajectory Framework; Surveys  
  Abstract Examines the experiences of the patient, their family and healthcare professionals during the trajectory of a prolonged critical illness in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Conducts a qualitative, instrumental, multi-case study informed by the Chronic Illness Trajectory Framework. Analyses data from six linked cases (patient, family and clinicians) in four ICUs over a two-year period. Argues that identifying the sub-phases of a prolonged critical illness trajectory allows targeted interventions for each sub-phase.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1814  
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Author Vuorinen, Minna url  openurl
  Title Registered nurses' experiences with, and feelings and attitudes towards, interRAI-LTCF in New Zealand in 2017 Type Book Whole
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 157 p.  
  Keywords InterRAI-LTCF; Registered Nurses; Aged residential care; Surveys  
  Abstract Conducts 12 interviews with Registered Nurses (RN) 18 months after the International Resident Assessment Instrument for Long-Term Care Facilities (interRAI-LTCF) became mandatory in NZ. Bases the interviews on a United Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model. Analyses the benefits and drawbacks of InterRAI-LTCF according to RN experience, and what they feel would improve the system.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1815  
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Author Fitzgerald, S.; Tripp, H.; Halksworth-Smith, G. url  openurl
  Title Assessment and management of acute pain in older people: barriers and facilitators to nursing practice Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Australian Journal of Advanced Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 35 Issue 1 Pages 48-57  
  Keywords Pain assessment; Pain management; Aged patients; Acute care nurses  
  Abstract Examines the pain management practices of nurses, and identifies barriers and facilitators to the assessment and management of pain for older people, within the acute hospital setting.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1788  
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Author Walker, Leonie; Willis, Jinny openurl 
  Title Prevalence of smoking among New Zealand nursing students 2017 Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 4-9  
  Keywords Nursing students; Smoking; Surveys  
  Abstract Reports the smoking prevalence of nursing students, comparing this with other relevant group and changes in smoking behaviour since this was last reported in 2013. Administers a national online survey of nursing students. Notes rates of smoking for both Maori and non-Maori students.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1536  
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Author Briscoe, Jeannette; Mackay, Bev; Harding, Thomas openurl 
  Title Does simulation add value to clinical practice: undergraduate student nurses' perspective Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 10-15  
  Keywords Simulation; Student nurses; Clinical practice; Nursing education  
  Abstract Evaluates whether simulation helps to prepare student nurses for clinical practice. Conducts a research project to establish if the use of simulation in nursing education provides added value to the clinical experience of students. Uses a qualitative, descriptive approach as the methodology to interview a voluntary purposeful sample of nursing students enrolled across the BN programme. Aministers focus group interviews with 10 nursing students from semester two through to final semester, year three.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1537  
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Author Vick, Margaret; Dannenfeldt Gudrun; Shaw, Bill openurl 
  Title Do students training to be health-care workers have compassionate attributes? Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 16-22  
  Keywords Compassion; Health care students; Surveys; Measurements  
  Abstract Measures the extent to which health-care students began their training with compassionate attributes. Defines compassion as an awareness of others and a desire to help, using a non-judgmental approach. Highlights the significance of compassion in health care. Provides a self-administered 'compassion to others' psychometric scale to measure compassionate attributes to 146 students enrolled in the first semester of nursing, midwifery and social work at the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec). Analyses data using the SPSS and ANOVA for descriptive statistics and predictive information.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1538  
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Author Hendry, Chris; Prileszky, Gail openurl 
  Title A usability study: an e-medication dispenser as part of a home-based medication management programme Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 23-30  
  Keywords Usability study; E-medication dispenser; Medication management; District nursing  
  Abstract Investigates the logistics and acceptability of an electronic medication dispenser (EMD) within a home-based medication management service as a substitute for face-to-face home visiting, as a means of reminding elderly clients to take their medication on time. Uses a qualitative usability study methodology to conduct the study, centred on a small group of clients receiving the service from a small group of clients receiving the service from a community nursing organisation in Christchurch. Involves patients, pharmacists, nurses and managers of the community nursing service. Identifies critical processes and protocols required to safely support a wider roll-out of the product within the service.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1539  
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Author Marshall, Bob; Craig, Andrea; Meyer, Alannah openurl 
  Title Registered nurses' attitudes towards, and experiences of, aggression and violence in the acute hospital setting Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 31-36  
  Keywords Aggression; Violence; Actue hospital settings; Training; Surveys; Registered nurses  
  Abstract Examines NZ registered nurses' experiences of aggression and violence and the impact of aggression management training (AMT) on their experiences. Collects data using an internet survey incorporating Collins' Attitudes Towards Aggressive Behaviours Questionnaire. Rates the effect of participation in AMT on exposure to aggression or violence and its impact on attitudes towards aggression and violence.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1540  
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Author Warren, Bronwen; Marugeesh, Carissa; Greaves, Kirsty openurl 
  Title The management of immunisation decliners in Waikato general practices Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 37-42  
  Keywords Immunisation; Decliners; Primary health care; Team approach; Practice nurses; Health targets; Resources; Internal processes  
  Abstract Identifies the processes used in those general practices that consistently reach the Ministry of Health 95 per cent immunisation target for eight-month-old infants. Considers how the practices manage parents and caregivers who are reluctant to immunise. Invites practices in a number of different community settings to participate in the study over a ten-week period, using a mixed-method approach. Analyses quantitative data from the National Immunisation Register using Excel, gathering qualitative date from face-to-face or phone interviews, and anysing these using both SSPS and NVivo 10.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1541  
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Author Andrew, Alexa; Foot-McKay, Aimee; Ritchie, Lorraine openurl 
  Title Staff perspectives of a cafe on the premises of an aged-care facility Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 43  
  Keywords Aged care; Facilities; Cafes; Person-centred care  
  Abstract Explores the value of a café on the premises of an aged-care facility. Undertakes a qualitative descriptive inquiry to examine participants' perception of the value of the café to staff and residents. Interviews nine staff members using a core set of five questions. Analyses interview data using thematic analysis according to the stages outlined by Marshall and Rossman.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1542  
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Author Turney, Faith; Kushner, Bernie url  openurl
  Title The experience of the spouse caring for a partner with Parkinson's disease Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 33 Issue 1 Pages 7-16  
  Keywords Parkinson's Disease; Informal carer; Partner; Caregiver burden  
  Abstract 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.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1521  
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Author Hikuroa, Evelyn; Glover, Marewa url  openurl
  Title Reducing smoking among indigenous nursing students using incentives Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 33 Issue 1 Pages 17-27  
  Keywords Smoking; Maori nurses; Nursing students; Maori health; Financial incentives  
  Abstract 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.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1523  
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Author Yeung, Polly; Rodgers, Vivien url  openurl
  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 (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  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.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1524  
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Author Burrow, Maria; Gilmour, Jean; Cook, Catherine openurl 
  Title Healthcare assistants and aged residential care: A challenging policy and contractual environment Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  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.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1533  
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Author Meza, Jeanette; Kushner, Bernie openurl 
  Title An exploration of autonomy and independence among community Type Journal Article
  Year 2017 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  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.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1534  
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