Byrson, K. (2012). Perception of Cultural Safety and Attitudes: A Nursing Student's Reflection and Artwork. Available through NZNO library, (19), 51–58.
Abstract: A nurse's journey in cultural safety and how this is reflected in her nursing practice and described through her artwork.
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Renor, C. (2012). Blogging about 'It'. Available through NZNO library, (19), 59–62.
Abstract: As nurses and students we all have our own 'its', which get out of perspective and cause us anxiety. By sharing this blog with you, I hope I help you with your 'it'. When all else fails try blogging about your 'it', and use reflection as a tool to grow yourself, instigate change and promote yourself as the evidence-based, caring nurse that you are.
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MacIvor, K. (2012). Critical Elements of Pre-hospital Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Available through NZNO library, (19), 9–17.
Abstract: Baker et al., (2008) showed diminished rates of survival in the CPR-first group. Based largely on the evidence of the two Australian RCTs, the 2010 ILCOR guidelines removed the recommendation for CPR first, stating that 'there is inconsistent evidence to support or refute a delay in defibrillation to provide a period (90 s to 3 min) of CPR for patients in VF/pulseless ventricular tachycardia (VT) cardiac arrest' (ILCOR, 2010, p. e6).\n For this reason, and due to the increased chance of accidental defibrillation, it is the recommendation of the author that it only be used by health professionals who are able practise on a regular basis.
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Lu, H., & Maithus, C. (2012). Experiences of clinical tutors with English as an additional language (EAL) students. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 28(3), 4–12.
Abstract: Conducts a study of the perceptions of new nursing graduates, with English as an additional language (EAL), on how they developed spoken language skills for the clinical workplace. Interviews 4 clinical tutors to elicit their views on the language development of EAL students. Outlines the themes that emerged from the tutor interviews.
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Donovan, D., Diers, D., & Carryer, J. (2012). Perceptions of policy and political leadership in nursing in New Zealand. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 28(2), 15–25.
Abstract: Describes a qualitative study of 18 nurse leaders interviewed about issues affecting their will to participate in political action, leadership, and policy work. Asks the nurses to describe their personal stages of political development, how they view NZ nurses' and nursing organisations' political development, and their views on increasing the role of nursing in healthcare policy development. Analyses the interviews to identify major themes.
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Dallas, J., & Neville, S. (2012). Health education and health screening in a sample of older men : a descriptive survey. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 28(1), 6–16.
Abstract: Describes the health education and health screening received by community-dwelling men aged 65 or older. Undertakes a survey of 59 men in Wanganui via a self-administered questionnaire. Investigates the barriers/benefits to healthy living choices.
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Hedley, C. and others. (2012). The B4 school check behaviour measures : findings from the Hawke's Bay evaluation. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 28(3), 13–23.
Abstract: Evaluates the B4 School Checks in Hawke's Bay, focusing on children assessed as having behaviour issues, as determined by the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). Reviews Health Hawke's Bay (HHB) records for the number and demographics of the children assessed, and the interventions recommended. Interviews 36 parents to discover what difference the B4 check made to children's behaviour and which aspects of the check contributed to successful outcomes.
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Keer-Keer, T. (2012). The lived experience of adults with myasthenia gravis : a phenomenological study. Master's thesis, , .
Abstract: Examines the lived experiences of adults with myasthenia gravis(MG). Uses an interpretive phenomenological approach applying the research methodology of van Manen (1990). Interviews seven people living with MG and records their experiences of the disease. Poses broadly-worded questions about various topics related to MG, that include diagnosis, symptoms, treatments and coping strategies, guided by individual experiences. Reveals by means of thematic analysis that MG affects every aspect of a person?s ?lifeworld?: their sense of time, body, and space and their relationships with others. Highlights three main themes embedded in the data experienced by a person with MG: living with uncertainty, living with weakness and living with change.
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Winters, R., & Neville, S. (2012). Registered nurse perspectives on delayed or missed nursing cares in a New Zealand hospital. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 28(1), 19–28.
Abstract: Explores the concept of 'missed care' using a qualitative descriptive approach. Interviews 5 registered nurses within a NZ hospital about fluctuations in nursing-skill mix and staffing levels, inconsistent availability of equipment and supplies, and higher patient acuity. Identifies two main categories of missed care and nurses' resulting moral distress
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Golding, C. (2012). Clinical supervision for general nurses in NZ: the imperative of finding a way forward -- nurses perceptions of professional/clinical supervision. Master's thesis, Auckland University of Technology, .
Abstract: Focuses on two broad themes: perceptions and attitudes of general nurses in in-patient hospital settings towards clinical supervision and how they have found such support to be of benefit to themselves or their practice; organisational documentation policies and procedures available to nurses in order to understand their contribution to, and valuing of, clinical supervision. Seeks to discover whether there is evidence of other factors influencing the provision of, or access to, clinical supervision by general nurses, which influences attitudes and perceptions.
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Holloway, K. (2012). The New Zealand nurse specialist framework: Clarifying the contribution of the nurse specialist. Policy, Politics, & Nursing Practice, 13(3), 147–153.
Abstract: Presents an overview of the NZ Nurse Specialist Framework (NZNSF), developed through a consensus approach as part of a doctoral study, and which provides an over-arching structure to support coherence, clarity and consistency for nurse specialists. Maintains that the framework supports workforce policy makers in planning effective utlisation of the nurse specialist in health care delivery.
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McHardy, J. (2012). Improving the health of children through: improving the primary-secondary interface for child health; Child health practice within the integrated family health centres; Improving care for medically-fragile children: Margaret May Blackwell Travel Fellowship 2011/12. Wellington, N.Z.: Nursing Education and Research Foundation (NERF).
Abstract: Provides observations, insights and knowledge gained from undertaking the travel fellowship to study integrated health service for children aged 0-5 years in hospital, and community care settings in Great Britain, Sweden and the Netherlands.
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Spence, D. (2012). Preparing registered nurses depends on 'us and us and all of us'. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 28(2), 5–13.
Abstract: Reports on the qualitative findings of a collaborative study undertaken to monitor implementation of a new model of clinical education for undergraduate nursing students. Describes the development of a clinical education model devised by 3 District Health Boards (DHBs) and 2 universities, based on the inclusion of student nurses in team nursing.
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Noble-Adams, R. (2012). Cancer Connect New Zealand : description and retrospective audit. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 28(3), 24–34.
Abstract: Retrospectively audits the Cancer Connect New Zealand (CCNZ)service to review, assess and describe 156 paper records of CCNZ matches made between July 2008-July 2009. Records baseline demographic data of those using and providing the CCNZ service.
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Haggerty, C., Holloway, K., & Wilson, D. (2012). Entry to nursing practice preceptor education and support : could we do better? Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 28(1), 30–39.
Abstract: Reveals that recent longitudinal evaluation of 21 Nursing Entry to Practice (NETP) programmes in NZ identified that preceptorship selection, education and support are not properly resourced. Identifies the factors preventing preceptors from receiving appropriate training and recommends development of a clearly-defined preceptor selection and education process.
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