Weatherly, K. (2021). OPIVA refined – a human-centred approach to outpatient intravenous antibiotic treatment. Master's thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland. Retrieved April 26, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/10292/14419
Abstract: Employs human-centred design (HCD) methods to explore how the medical devices that make up the Waitemata District Health Board's (Waitemata DHB) Outpatient Intravenous Antibiotic (OPIVA) service could be redesigned to improve the experiences of patients within the service. Surveys patients and district nursing staff about improving the usability, aesthetics and ergonomics of the elastomeric infuser and redesigning the storage bag to be wearable under clothing. Proposes a new system to replace the surgical tape used to hold the IV lines in place and advocates for patient experience inclusion in the redesign of the devices.
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Pijpker, R., & Wilkinson, J. (2019). Experiences of district nurses working with people with spinal cord injury: a descriptive account. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 35(2). Retrieved April 26, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Aims to generate a descriptive account of the experiences of district nurses working with people with spinal cord injury (SCI). Conducts a qualitative descriptive study using semi-structured interviews with three district nurses about their role. Reveals three themes related to the district nurses' role: tasks; complexity; barriers/enablers affecting performance. Suggests that the role of district health nurses meeting the needs of people with SCI requires review.
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Hendry, C., & Prileszky, G. (2017). A usability study: an e-medication dispenser as part of a home-based medication management programme. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 8(1), 23–30.
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.
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Hendry, C., & Ogden, E. (2016). Consumers at the heart of care: developing a nurse-led community-based infusion service. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 7(1), 27–31.
Abstract: Shares findings from an evaluation of a community-based, nurse-led intravenous (IV) therapy clinic in Christchurch, NZ. Backgrounds the establishment of the clinic in the Nurse Maude community specialty nursing centre following the 2011 Canterbury earthquakes. Describes the mixed-methods approach to the evaluation, including analysis of financial and service activity data, and qualitative feedback from consumers, referrers and staff. Provides recommendations about continuation of the service.
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Johnstone, C. (2001). Linking diet and respiratory distress. Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand, 7(5), 22–23.
Abstract: The author, a district nurse, describes the experiences of a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease requiring long-term oxygen therapy and characterised as a carbon dioxide retainer whose overall health was improved by a carbohydrate restricted diet. The literature on carbohydrate intake and respiratory disease is briefly reviewed.
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