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Influence Of Public Image Of Nurses On Nursing Practice, Miyuki Takase
Influence Of Public Image Of Nurses On Nursing Practice, Miyuki Takase
Theses: Doctorates and Masters
Many researchers believe that nurses live in a dual structure, encompassing both the social and nursing worlds. They contend that these two worlds have contrasting views toward nurses. This is, while nurses are guided to establish professional status, society still expects them to remain in a dependent role. This conflict is assumed to have a negative impact on nurses’ psychological and functional states (Kalisch & Kalisch, 1983 & 1987). However, this assumption has not yet been explored sufficiently. The aim of this descriptive correlational study was therefore to investigate the relationships among the public image of nurses, nurses’ self concept, …
Remote Area Nursing In Western Australia: An Examination Of A Conceptual Model For Practice, Anne Magee
Remote Area Nursing In Western Australia: An Examination Of A Conceptual Model For Practice, Anne Magee
Theses : Honours
The intent of this research was to explore the phenomenon of remote area nursing in relation to a theoretical framework, the SUN Conceptual Model. A Theory-Research-Theory strategy was chosen in order to modify, refine or redevelop the model. Using a descriptive, interpretive design, a sample of eight Remote Area Nurses (RANs) in Western Australia were asked to describe their experiences of remote area nursing. The data were collected by telephone interview. Themes were extrapolated and categorised according to key concepts of the previously developed model. Common components of significant statements were identified in order to gain understanding of the meanings …
New Graduates' Self-Perceived Preparedness To Begin Practice As Registered Nurses, Vicci Lodge
New Graduates' Self-Perceived Preparedness To Begin Practice As Registered Nurses, Vicci Lodge
Theses : Honours
The purpose of this study was to investigate new nurse graduates' perceptions of their preparedness to begin practice as registered nurses. The investigation included determining whether their perceptions changed over time and in which areas they perceived they were best and least prepared. A longitudinal descriptive survey design was used for this study. Two self-administered questionnaires were used to gather data from all the students (79) who graduated with the Diploma of Health Science from Edith Cowan University at the end of Semester 1 for 1991. Of these, 34 new nurse graduates completed and returned both questionnaires. Both quantitative and …