ISSN:0309-2402    

DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2648.1987.tb01296.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1987

数据来源: WILEY

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Nursing is a stressful occupation. This study, carried out on two groups of nurses, confirms the thesis that job satisfaction as measured by the Job Satisfaction Questionnaire designed for this study was a reliable indicator of burnout. It was expected that an inverse relationship between job satisfaction and burnout would be found. The hypothesis was that high job satisfaction would be associated with low burnout. It was found that a relationship exists between job satisfaction as measured by the Job Satisfaction Questionnaire and burnout as measured by the Maslach Burnout Inventory.

ISSN:0309-2402    

DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2648.1987.tb01297.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1987

数据来源: WILEY

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Testicular cancer is increasing in incidence, is now the commonest solid tumour in men aged 20 34 years and has a better prognosis when detected and treated early. Testicular self‐examination is an effective self‐screening procedure that is easily taught, learnt and practised. The aim of this study was to discover the extent of the teaching, learning and practice of this procedure by nurses. The data were collected by means of a questionnaire which was sent out to 60 nurses of various grades in one Sussex hospital. Nurses’ knowledge of lesticular self‐examination was found to be better amongst men than women, although over a half of female nurses did know of it. Their knowledge of groups at high risk of testicular cancer was incomplete. Whilst two‐thirds of nurses saw the teaching of testicular self‐examination as part of their role as health educators, very few had in fact taught it. It appeared that most male nurses do self‐examine on a regular basis. The results indicate that nurses need to accept their responsibilities as health educators. Testicular self‐examination should become an integral part of nurse training. Facilities and materials should be made available to assist nurses in disseminating s

ISSN:0309-2402    

DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2648.1987.tb01298.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1987

数据来源: WILEY

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Using a modification of the Snyder's Health Care Team Questionnaire, the author conducted a study pertaining to attitudes of undergraduate nursing students toward health care teams, and perception of curriculum content on health care teams. The study design involved a random sample of 126 associate degree programmes and 122 baccalaureate degree programmes representing 14 southern states; 588 senior nursing students responded to the questionnaire. Analysis of the data collected suggested differences in attitudes of students. In addition, the data indicated that differences did exist between programmes on specific health care team concepts taught and settings chosen for clinical experiences. Differences were also detected between programmes in perception of readiness of the students to participate as health care team members, and the number of courses taught on health care teams. Data from an Interdisciplinary Health Care Team Questionnaire were analysed using univariate analysis of variance (ANOVA) with the total scale representing attitude as the dependent variable. The statistical design was a mixed model ANOVA with the type of nursing programme as the fixed factor with two levels: ‘Associate Degree’ and ‘Baccalaureate Degree’. The School of Nursing was the random factor nested within program

ISSN:0309-2402    

DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2648.1987.tb01299.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1987

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Controversy exists as to whether older adults living in the community perceive their health status positively or negatively. It is also not known how the elderly perceive their future. In 1982, the Halifax Social Planning Department conducted a survey to assess the health needs of 889 adults ranging in age between 50 and over 85 years and living in eight separate urban public housing accommodations. This descriptive study uses the responses to selected questions from this data bank to describe the subject's perceived health status, feelings about their future and factors affecting these feelings. Perceived health status was found to be the principal contributor to variance in scores of feelings about the future. The majority of respondents perceived their health to be good or excellent and 58% reported positive feelings about their future.

ISSN:0309-2402    

DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2648.1987.tb01300.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1987

数据来源: WILEY

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This paper examines the potential for behaviour modification in the rehabilitation of chronic, long‐stay psychiatric patients and the impact such procedures may have on the work role of ward‐based nursing staff. Through the use of five case histories the effectiveness of behavioural analysis and modification in encouraging self‐help skills and constructive activity is identified, In addition to a critical examination of the clinical and organizational factors involved in palienl improvement, it is argued that behaviour modification develops the therapeutic potential of nurses. The development of the patient‐teaching dimension of the nursing role not only fosters greater clinical responsibility, but also promotes both professional independence and institutional power. This is not to imply that the use of behavioural methods cannot be combined with customary nursing practices, for in many ways they provide nurses with an appropriate technology to achieve established therapeutic goals. In conclusion, it is noted that clinical success is not sufficient to ensure the acceptance of ward‐based behavioural programmes. The critical issues concern conventional hospital and staff practices and institutional rigidity, not the commitment of nursing staff or patient im

ISSN:0309-2402    

DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2648.1987.tb01301.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1987

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Midwife groups qualified for less than 5 years, 5–10 years and more than 10 years, and a group of student midwives, expressed degrees of agreement/disagreement with statements relating to aspects of obstetric practice. Responses were factor analysed and six interpretable rotated factors were obtained. Factors 1 to 3 represented ‘patient‐centred’ attitudes to obstetric issues of increasing technicality. Factor 1 could be construed as a broad attitude to women's rights, factor 2 as an attitude to pregnant women's preferences being the main determinant of obstetric decisions of a relatively non‐technical nature and factor 3 as an attitude to pregnant women exercising control in relation to obstetric decisions where technical expertise may be a major consideration. Different patterns of factor score differences between the four length of qualification groups and between student nationality subgroups were found for these factors. Implications of these distinctive patterns for the training of midwives are

ISSN:0309-2402    

DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2648.1987.tb01302.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1987

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Curriculum development is an issue of continuing concern to nurse educators. For the planning model to be effective, it must be compatible with, and actually facilitate, the implementation of the particular programme or practice that is to be used. In nursing, the process of curriculum construction is predominantly influenced by the linear approach. This planning model which has taken over nursing education at all levels and in all content areas seems neutral, but it is not. It carries with it a particular value position on human nature. This paper examines the value position of the linear model and its limitation, and proposes a multi‐dimensional model as a possible alternativ

ISSN:0309-2402    

DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2648.1987.tb01303.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1987

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Central to this paper is the belief that developing nursing theory is fundamental to establishing nursing's scientific foundation. Therefore, the paper examines successes and challenges in nursing theory development. This is achieved by evaluating both the present status of nursing theory as well as ideas for future directions. Within present status, the author considers three areas — those in which there is agreement, those in which both opinions differ and the prescribed course of relationships has not yet been achieved, and those which may serve as catalysts for future progress. A tripartite framework is also used to contemplate future directions by evaluating how nursing's knowledge has developed, what improvements and refinements might take place, and how the domains of nursing might be expanded. The author concludes that satisfaction and pride in current successes are not only justified but may motivate future pursuits; pursuits that are necessary to advancing the discipline of nursin

ISSN:0309-2402    

DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2648.1987.tb01304.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1987

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

The elderly are a vulnerable group of people who are high users of hospital and community services. The transition from hospital to home is a crucial time for them. This paper reports the findings of an exploratory study into the process of discharge planning in four geriatric wards. It is suggested that discharge planning is not seen as a priority by ward nurses and doctors and that the present methods of communicating with patients in hospital need to be supplemented by written information.

ISSN:0309-2402    

DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2648.1987.tb01305.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1987

数据来源: WILEY