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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 (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue 24 Pages 21-27
Keywords Reflection; Grandmothers; Advanced nursing practice
Abstract 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.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1547
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Author Smit, Charmaine
Title Making self-care a priority Type (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal
Volume 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.
Call Number 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 (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal
Volume 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.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1549
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Author Orsborn, Georgina
Title Use of rapid e-learning authoring tools in higher education Type (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal
Volume 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.
Call Number 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 (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue 24 Pages 53-57
Keywords Serious mental illness; Physical health; Disparity; Social justice; Person-centred care
Abstract 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.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1551
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Author Asbury, Elizabeth A
Title The importance of conference attendance in developing research collaborations Type (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal
Volume 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.
Call Number 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 (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal
Volume 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.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1553
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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 (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
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.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1587
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Author Burrow, Marla; Cook, Catherine; Gilmour, Jean
Title Life in the round and aged care: A theoretical exemplar for research with marginalised populations in institutional settings Type (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 33 Issue 3 Pages p.21-30
Keywords Health-care assistants; Information poverty; Residential aged care; Life in the round; Social norms
Abstract Employs the concept of 'life in the round', drawn from social network theory and the model of information dissemination, including the supporting theories of information poverty and normative behaviours, to explore the information behaviours of marginalised populations participating in small institutionalised worlds. Uses the context of residential aged care as an exemplar for the application of the theory of 'life in the round' and provides examples to support application of these concepts to the information practices of health-care assistants.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1588
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Author Rodgers, Vivien; Marshall, Bridget; Hey, Frances; Blackwell, Anna; Lewer, Pip
Title Readiness for providing primary palliative care Type (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 33 Issue 3 Pages P. 31-40
Keywords Primary palliative care; Aged residential care; SEQUAL
Abstract Undertakes a pilot study by specialist Supportive Education and Quality (SEQUAL) palliative care team in 5 aged residential care (ARC) facilities in regional NZ. Conducts a clinical staff survey and facility desktop document review to determine readiness, need for and level of support required, to enhance primary palliative care for residents. Identifies lack of experience and palliative care education among clinical staff.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1589
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Author Fitzgerald, S.; Tripp, H.; Halksworth-Smith, G.
Title Assessment and management of acute pain in older people: barriers and facilitators to nursing practice Type (down) Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication 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 Hughes, Margaret Eleanor
Title Nurses' storied experiences of direction and delegation Type (down) Book Whole
Year 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 295 p.
Keywords Direction; Delegation; Enrolled Nurses; Registered Nurses; Narrative research
Abstract Offers a NZ perspective on direction and delegation, a professional competency required of all NZ nurses. Explores nurses' perceptions about their direction and delegation experiences using a narrative approach, reflecting the importance of story in nursing. Uses the methodology and methods of narrative research to uncover how Enrolled and Registered Nurses understand the knowledge, skills and attitudes required during delegation interactions and how they applied this understanding to their communication. Identifies eight patterns, presented as eight narratives, that emerged from interviews with Enrolled and Registered Nurses, and the implications for nursing practice, research, policy design, and nursing education.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1532
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Author Jones, Merryn Anne
Title 'It's hard to ask': examining the factors inflluencing decision-making amongst end-stage renal disease patients considering asking friends and family for a kidney Type (down) Book Whole
Year 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 126 p.
Keywords Decision-making; Organ donation; Renal disease; Surveys
Abstract Seeks to explore the issues surrounding the request for a kidney by end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients, in order to gain a better understanding of the decision-making process and motivations of patients as they choose or decline to approach others for a kidney. Interviews participants recruited from patients either on the deceased donor list (DDL) or who were pursuing Living Kidney Donation (LKD). Asks about the challenges of requesting a kidney donation and whether patients could identify strategies that might have been useful to them. Uses a qualitative descriptive approach to analyse interview data.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1544
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Author Ross, Jean
Title 'Place' Matters to Rural Nurses: A Study Located in the Rural Otago Region of New Zealand Type (down) Book Whole
Year 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 346 p.
Keywords Rural nursing; Identity; Otago; Sense of place
Abstract Explores the social construction of the evolving professional identity, of rural nurses between the 1990z and early 2000s, a period of time was associated with two

significant national directives impacting on the professional practice of rural nurses and their contribution to the delivery of health care, from the rural Otago region of NZ. Engages with the concepts of place and governmentality. Demonstrates that rural nursing is a place–based practice governed both from within and beyond location, an analytical diagrammatic matrix.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1555
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Author Seldon, Lucy A
Title Non-pharmacological Methods in Relieving Children's Pain in Hospital: a pilot study Type (down) Book Whole
Year 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 72 p.
Keywords Non-pharmacological; Pain relief; Pain; Hospitals; Paediatric nurses; Children
Abstract Adapts the questionnaire used in three international studies of the utilisation of non-pharmacological methods of post-operative pain management for paediatric surgical patients, and distributes it to registered nurses working in a paediatric surgical ward in one district health board (DHB) hospital. Discusses the non-pharmacological methods used and how they correlate with international literature.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1559
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