Gifford, H., Walker, L., Clendon, J., Wilson, D., & Boulton, A. (2013). Maori nurses and smoking; Conflicted identities and motivations for smoking cessation. Available through NZNO library, 4(1), 33–38.
Abstract: This research aims to design and test the feasibility of an intervention promoting smoking cessation, and reducing smoking relapse, among Māori nurses who smoke. It is being conducted in two phases. Phase one, a national web-based survey, conducted in December 2012, explored the views of Māori nurses (smokers, ex-smokers and non-smokers) regarding smoking. This paper reports on the analysis of qualitative responses from 410 nurses and nursing students identifying as Māori who completed an online survey. Five themes were identified: beliefs about smoking; ?for our tamariki?; personal stories of quitting; dissatisfaction with current approaches; and plans for future strategies. The findings confirm that nurses who smoke may experience feelings of conflict, and regard their behaviour as inconsistent with their role as nurses and health promoters. Nurses who smoke must be supported to become, and to stay, smokefree. Tailored Māori-specific cessation initiatives are needed.
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Gibbons, V., Rice, S., & Lawrenson, R. (2010). Routine and rigidity: Barriers to insulin initiation in patients with Type 2 Diabetes. NZNO Library, 1(1), 19–22.
Abstract: It has been shown that intensive management of diabetes with type 2 diabetes is effective and has led to wider use of insulin. The conversion of patients from oral medication to insulin is usually managed in primary care. The study discussed here aimed to explore how patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) perceived insulin. The study was conducted in 2009 in an urban general practice in a large town in New Zealand with more than 300 patients with type 2 diabetes. A qualitative study was conducted with face-to-face interviews with 13 participants. The question focused on insulin initiation, lifestyle and routine. The transcribed responses were subject to thematic anaylsis. Interviews showed participants felt restricted by the prospect and eventuality of the routine and restrictions of being on insulin. Results show there needs to be a greater emphasis on the disease being progressive. This study provides the ground work for developing resources that will benefit patients with T2DM.
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Gesmundo, M. (2016). Enhancing nurses' knowledge on [of] catheter-associated urinary tract infecion (CAUTI) prevention. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 7(1), 2016.
Abstract: Evaluates the impact of a catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) education package on nurses' knowledge of indwelling catheter management. Utilises a multi-phased mixed-method approach, with convenience sampling and focus groups at two post-operative wards of a tertiary public hospital in 2014. Formulates an evidence-based education package with multi-faceted teaching methods to address knowledge or care deficits.
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Fischer, R., Roy, D. E., & Niven, E. (2014). Different folks, different strokes: becoming and being a sroke family. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 5(1), 5–11.
Abstract: Reports a study exploring family experiences of stroke during the first six months following a stroke. Performs a hermeneutic phenomenological study in which four participants from two Auckland families are interviewed in 2011 and 2012, at three time-intervals within the first six months post-stroke. Identifies three themes of the families' experiences: loss of a life once lived; navigation of an unfamiliar path; re-creation of a sense of normality. Stresses the importance of contact with the health-care team in facilitating the transition to post-stroke life.
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Field, J., McClunie-Trust, P., Kearney, C., & Jeffcoat, J. (2020). Language and communication: a vital component of health for people with refugee backgrounds. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 11(1), 42–49.
Abstract: Reports on a collaborative project that explores trans-disciplinary understanding of the implications of learning English for the health and well-being of refugees. Argues that English literacy is a significant factor in health literacy and access to health care. Uses secondary analysis to analyse primary research with 60 predominantly female adult refugees aged 18 to 64 years. Highlights the experiences of these English language learners and reflects on their relevance for primary health care and nursing practice.
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Ellison, J. (2020). Registered nurse turnover in the acute setting. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 11(1), 58–60.
Abstract: Performs an integrative review to explore the reasons for nurse turnover in the hospital environment. Evaluates 36 primary studies, selecting 16 for inclusion in the integrated review. Identifies three themes: support, workload, and professional factors.
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Donkin, A., Lesa, R., & Seaton, P. (2022). Nurse perceptions of implementing stroke guidelines in an acute stroke unit. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 13(1), 32–37.
Abstract: Identifies nurse perspectives on the barriers and facilitators to implementing the nationally-endorsed stroke guidelines. Conducts a focus group with four nurses working in an acute stroke unit at a single hospital in 2021. Considers that nursing experience can act as both a barrier and a facilitator of guideline use.
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Donaldson, A. (2019). Forensic clinical nurses in emergency departments: an emerging need for New Zealand. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 10(1), 54–58.
Abstract: Performs a systematic review of the literature undertaken to gather evidence to support the establishment of clinical forensic nurse specialist roles in NZ emergency departments. Examines research on the role, function and purpose of the clinical forensic nurse in caring for the most challenging patients while upholding ethical and legal principles
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Crawford, R. (2019). Using focused ethnography in nursing research. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 10(1), 63–67.
Abstract: Details how the author employed focused ethnography in her doctoral research to investigate nurses' and parents' experience of emotional communication in the context of a children's unit of a regional hospital in NZ. Interviews 10 parents and 10 nurses after the children were discharged. Validates the ethnographic method as a means of inspecting the hidden as well as observable aspects of nurse-parent interaction.
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Crawford, R., Hedley, C., & Marshall, B. (2011). Influences on Registered Nurses Having an annual influenza vaccination: Lessons from New Zealand. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 2(1), 12–16.
Abstract: The aim of this research was to explore what influences registered nurses (RNs) to have the annual influenza vaccine. In the past, influenza vaccination of health care workers has been identified as the primary method of preventing influenza transmission to at-risk groups that, by virtue of illness, congregate in and around hospitals.
Findings showed that some RNs have confidence in the influenza vaccine being effective in preventing influenza infection; however there remained a high proportion of RNs who thought that the vaccine could or might cause influenza. Participants had incorrect knowledge and beliefs about the influenza vaccine, infection and cross infection.
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Corner, K. (2020). Perceptions of Indian IQNs transitioning into a bachelor of nursing programme in New Zealand. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 11(1), 61–62.
Abstract: Aims to understand the experiences of Indian internationally-qualified nurses (IQN) making the transition into a NZ bachelor of nursing (BN) programme. Conducts a focus group with four Indian IQN students enrolled in an 18-month bridging course. Identifies four themes: adaptation to a new way of learning; cultural differences in living and working in NZ; adaptation to a different clinical environment; and cultural safety.
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Clendon, J., & Walker, L. (2011). Characteristics and perceptions of younger nurses in New Zealand: Implications for retention. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 2(1), 4–11.
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Clendon, J., Tseng, A., & O'Connor, M.(and others). (2015). Working with young nurses to develop peer-support strategies : evaluation of a participatory project. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 6(1), 16–23.
Abstract: Evaluates a project undertaken with a group of nurses aged under 30, to identify and implement mechanisms of support for peers in the workplace. Employs a participatory research approach to work with 9 nurses over two years. Conducts two projects : a website with a forum and Facebook page; the Young Nurse of the Year Awards.
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Christensen, M. (2016). Nurses' knowledge of delirium: a survey of theoretical knowing. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 7(1), 11–18.
Abstract: Conducts an exploratory study to assess whether nurses at a regional base hospital have sufficient theoretical knowledge to assess and manage delirium in the clinical setting. Uses a self-administered survey based on a true/false questionnaire, and a Likert scale to assess nurses' perceived levels of confidence in detecting and managing the delirious patient. Administers the questionnaire to 130 nurses from acute adult wards.
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Chiyesu, W., & Rasmussen, S. (2021). Influence of a pulmonary rehabilitation education programme on health outcimes for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 12(1), 49–59.
Abstract: Considers whether the education component in a pulmonary rehabilitation programme (PRP) influences health outcomes for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients. Performs an integrative review of literature to integrate results from qualitative, quantitative and mixed-methods articles. Highlights the following concepts: disease knowledge, knowledge in relation to self-management, and the relationship between knowledge and education.
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