Anxiety among Australian Nurses during COVID-19
The emergence of COVID-19 has proved to be a public health emergency on a scale never before seen in our lifetimes (Jackson et al., 2020). As non-essential businesses closed their doors and millions of people stayed at home to minimise transmission of the virus, nurses were at the forefront of the health system responding to the emergency and providing direct patient care both to those with general health conditions and those infected with the virus. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - May 28, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Professor Ritin Fernandez, Heidi LORD, Professor Lorna MOXHAM, Dr Rebekkah MIDDLETON, Professor Elizabeth Halcomb Source Type: research
Nature-based therapeutics: A collaborative research agenda promoting equitable access and environmental stewardship
Given the duration and intensity of the COVID-19 pandemic, with strict emphasis on social distancing, many individuals and families are experiencing social isolation. The need to explore effective strategies for health promotion and wellness is clear. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - May 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Gina K. Alexander, Vicki Brooks Tags: Review article Source Type: research
Implementation of a Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing (RUSON) program: The nurses ’ perspective
Undergraduate nursing students remain an underutilised workforce within healthcare. This paper explores the establishment of a Registered Undergraduate Students of Nursing (RUSON) model through a university and healthcare partnership. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - May 19, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Georgina Willetts, Laurina Nieuwoudt, Michael Olasoji, Navideh Sadoughi, Loretta Garvey Source Type: research
Helping hands, healing hearts: A qualitative descriptive study on nurses ’ perceptions on the use of volunteers in an inpatient hospital setting
The use of volunteers in healthcare has led to positive patient outcomes, such as delirium prevention and improved nutritional care. However, much of the existing evidence have focused on the use of volunteers within specific settings. Hence, the receptiveness of volunteers by nurses in multi-disciplinary ward context remains unclear. This can cause ineffective volunteer engagement and thus warrants attention. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - May 8, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Vincent Aditya Tamin, Ling Ting Wu, Yongxing Patrick Lin, Ee-Yuee Chan Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Barriers to the provision of optimal care to dying patients in hospital: An international cross-sectional comparison study of nurses ’ perceptions
Nurses play an important role in caring for patients who are dying in hospital, so it is important to understand their perceptions of the factors that may influence the quality of that care. Much of the existing literature is focused on end-of-life care provision in western settings. Little is known about how nurses ’ perceptions of end-of-life care provision may differ across Asian and Western locations. Understanding the similarities and differences between the perceptions of nurses in Asian and Western locations about the barriers to the provision of high-quality end-of-life care may help guide education a nd policy i...
Source: Collegian - May 7, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Jan Shepherd, Amy Waller, Sally Chan, Miyoung Kim, Sook Jung Kang, Carmen Chan, Meyrick Chow, Matthew Clapham, Rob Sanson-Fisher Source Type: research
Case study discussion: The important partnership role of Disability Nurse Navigators in the context of abrupt system changes because of COVID-19 pandemic
Rapidly implementing telehealth-facilitated healthcare services in a COVID-19 environment generates relational challenges for people with intellectual disability. Disability Nurse Navigators assume a critical intermediary role between the healthcare system and this population. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - May 6, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Vanessa N. Brunelli, Rhonda L. Beggs, Carolyn E. Ehrlich Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
Areas of nursing competence in acute wound care: A focus group study
Wound care is an essential part of registered nurses ’ work. However, previous studies have indicated that registered nurses have limited competence in this area. Studies have also highlighted the lack of consistent and standardised areas of competence for registered nurses providing wound care. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - May 4, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Emilia Kielo-Viljamaa, Riitta Suhonen, Leena Jalonen, Minna Stolt Source Type: research
Supporting families of patients with dementia at end-of-life in hospital
There are barriers to implementing person-and family-centred end-of-life care for people with dementia in hospitals. Nursing care for people with dementia is enhanced through family involvement. However, families report unmet needs during admissions contributing to distress and dissatisfaction. Furthermore, little is known about families ’ needs during end-of-life care for people with dementia in hospital. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - April 30, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Felicity Moon, Fiona McDermott, David W Kissane Source Type: research
Emergency nurses ’ perceptions of the health care system and how it impacts provision of care to people who self-harm
Self-harm is a deliberate act to cause physical harm to oneself. People who self-harm are at greater risk for suicide than people who do not self-harm. Emergency nurses are first responders to many people who present to the emergency department (ED) with self-harm. The care they provide can influence future presentations to the emergency department and long-term outcomes. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - April 30, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Shirley McGough, Dianne Wynaden, Irene Ngune, Carrie Janerka, Penelope Hasking, Clare Rees Source Type: research
The demographic profile of alcohol and other drug (AOD) nurses in Australia: Experienced, highly qualified … and endangered?
Little is known about the demographic profile of Australian alcohol and other drug nurses, a key part of the workforce that provides care to healthcare consumers who seek treatment for problematic alcohol and other drug use. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - April 21, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Adam Searby, Dianna Burr, Ian McGrath Source Type: research
Nurses ’ perspectives on responding to elder abuse in a hospital setting
Nurses caring for hospitalised older people are well situated to identify and respond to elder abuse. However, little is known about how nurses working in acute and subacute care recognise and respond to suspected abuse. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - April 10, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Gai Harrison, Anne M. De Ruiter, Amanda G. Masters, Sandra L. Jamieson, Jill Wilson Source Type: research
Trauma-informed care: Why is it so important in primary health care?
In 2016, the Royal Commission into Family Violence released its findings highlighting the significant health impacts of trauma to the Australian population (State of Victoria, 2016). Trauma, which is often described as a negative emotional response to an event or series of events (Dalenberg, Straus,& Carlson, 2017) can be overwhelming and while many people recover, for others, the effects can be long lasting (Phoenix Australia, 2021). Australia's substantial trauma history includes the suffering Indigenous peoples have experienced through loss of land, disconnection from kin and culture (Dudgeon, Watson,& Holland, 2...
Source: Collegian - April 8, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Renee Fiolet, Victoria Roberts, Melissa J Bloomer Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Perceived stress and learning environment among nursing students: A cross-sectional study
A negative learning environment is associated with the development of stress among nursing students. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - April 3, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Thilanka Jagoda, Sarath Rathnayake Source Type: research
Nursing care for patients with endometriosis and/or adenomyosis: A mixed methods systematic review protocol
Endometriosis and adenomyosis are benign gynaecological conditions that can cause pain disorders, menstrual abnormalities, and fertility issues. Due to the variances of clinical presentations, a patient-centred care approach is needed to address the complex healthcare needs of individuals with endometriosis and/or adenomyosis. This approach can be achieved by nurses both independently, such as in nurse-led clinics, and in collaboration with other healthcare professionals. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - April 2, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Erica O ’Donoghue, Suzanne Kapp, Tracy Murphy, Snezana Kusljic Tags: Protocol Source Type: research
Factors associated with comfort as perceived by older people living in long-term care facilities
Perceived comfort levels of older people living in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) influence their health and wellbeing. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - March 23, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Mu-Hsing Ho, Fan-Hsin Chu, Yu-Fang Lin, Jed Montayre, Yeu-Hui Chuang, Megan F. Liu, Chia-Chi Chang Source Type: research
