Worksafe New Zealand.  (2014). Preventing and responding to workplace bullying

These best practice guidelines on workplace bullying were realised by WorkSafe New Zealand on 20 February 2014.  The guidelines encourage and support people in taking early self-help action against workplace bullying before seeking assistance from WorkSafe NZ or the mediation service offered by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE)
http://www.business.govt.nz/worksafe/information-guidance/all-guidance-items/bullying-guidelines
 

Selected Articles - Nursing Management UK [Journal]

1. How will seven-day working actually work?
By Triggle, Nick. Nursing Management - UK. Feb 2014, Vol. 20 Issue 9, p11-11. 1p.
Abstract: The article discusses the seven-day working days proposed by the National Health Service (NHS) in England. It mentions how this scheme aims to improve emergency care services during weekends. The clinical care standards included in the proposal include the involvement of patients and health care providers in decision making and the urgent assessment of patients upon arrival to the hospital. Aside from costs, it also explores labor-related concerns associated with this proposal..

2. Care and comfort rounds: Improving standards
By Ciccu-Moore, Rita; Grant, Fiona; Niven, Barbara-Ann; Paterson, Helen; Stoddart, Kathleen; Wallace, Angela. Nursing Management - UK. Feb 2014, Vol. 20 Issue 9, p18-23. 6p.
Abstract: Person-centred, safe and effective care is at the heart of the fundamentals of caring. However, there are many challenges to achieving this reliably and consistently. This article describes one nursing team's experience of implementing 'care and comfort' rounds, which has led to proactive rather than reactive nursing care delivery. The number of patient falls and the use of call buzzers have reduced, patient experience has been enhanced, a more controlled environment is provided for patients, and staff satisfaction in care delivery has improved. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR].

3. Horizontal hostility and verbal violence between nurses in the perinatal arena of health care.
By Reynolds, Grace; Kelly, Sharilyn; Singh-Carlson, Savitri. Nursing Management - UK. Feb 2014, Vol. 20 Issue 9, p24-30. 7p.
Abstract: The goal of this US study was to determine the frequency of horizontal violence in a perinatal service and its effect on patient outcomes. A 24-question survey instrument was completed online by 63 nurses. The results indicated that labour and delivery wards experience a higher frequency of horizontal violence than other units in the perinatal service. They also showed that the mother and baby unit demonstrates a higher frequency of recipient or victim behaviours. A relationship between horizontal violence and ineffective communication, as well as a relationship between horizontal violence and poor patient outcomes or near misses, was demonstrated. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] .

4. Embedding NHS values: a framework and learning tool to support practice.
By Sykes, Chris; Durham, Wendy. Nursing Management - UK. Feb 2014, Vol. 20 Issue 9, p31-37. 7p.
Abstract: Multiple healthcare failings point to an NHS culture where care and compassion are no longer guaranteed. The NHS Constitution and values set out in it should have supported and empowered healthcare professionals to improve their working culture, however these have not been widely adopted. This article describes a framework for all healthcare staff that hinges on principles of 'observing practice, praising good practice, challenging poor practice, and escalating if standards are compromised' (OPCE), and which encourages everyone to take responsibility for poor care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] .

Selected articles - Emergency Medicine Australasia [Journal]

5. Medical reversal: What are you doing wrong for your patient today?
By Fatovich, Daniel M. Emergency Medicine Australasia. Feb 2013, Vol. 25 Issue 1, p1-3. 3p.
Abstract: The author reflects on medical reversal, which refers to a phenomenon in which a research trial contradicts current clinical practice in the field of medicine. He suggests that there have been many examples where doctors are convinced that a medical treatment is correct and then conclude that it is not at a later time. He argues that medical professionals should not fear truth which comes from medical reversal and should embrace it since it leads to better patient care..

6. Review article: Clinical impact of non-cardiologist-performed transthoracic echocardiography in emergency medicine, intensive care medicine and anaesthesia.
By Haji, Darsim L; Royse, Alistair; Royse, Colin F. Emergency Medicine Australasia. Feb 2013, Vol. 25 Issue 1, p4-12. 9p
Abstract: There is increased realisation of the emerging role of point-of-care transthoracic echocardiography ( TTE) as 'ultrasound-assisted examination', given the low sensitivity of clinical examination for cardiovascular pathologies and the time-critical nature of these pathologies. There is evidence that point-of-care TTE provides higher accuracy in patient assessment and management, with potential prognostic impact by assessing the severity of cardiac dysfunction and response to treatment. Point-of-care TTE is increasingly used by non-cardiologists, as a diagnostic, screening or monitoring tool.

7. A primer for clinical researchers in the emergency department: Part V: How to describe data and basic medical statistics.
By Donath, Susan; Davidson, Andrew; Babl, Franz E. Emergency Medicine Australasia. Feb 2013, Vol. 25 Issue 1, p13-21. 9p
Abstract: In this series we address key topics for clinicians who conduct research as part of their work in the ED. In this section we will address important statistical concepts for clinical researchers and readers of clinical research publications. We use practical clinical examples of how to describe clinical data for presentation and publication, and explain key statistical concepts and tests clinical researchers will likely use for the majority of ED datasets. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] .

8. Factors affecting length of stay for women presenting with early pregnancy complications to a public hospital emergency department.
By  Wattimena, Jeany; Pelosi, Marilena; Cheney, Kate; Green, Timothy; Black, Kirsten I. Emergency Medicine Australasia. Feb 2013, Vol. 25 Issue 1, p22-27. 6p.

9. Introduction of an N-acetylcysteine weight-based dosing chart reduces prescription errors in the treatment of paracetamol poisoning.
By  McIntyre, Shona; McD Taylor, David; Greene, Shaun. Emergency Medicine Australasia. Feb2013, Vol. 25 Issue 1, p28-35. 8p
Abstract: Objective Under- or overdosing of N-acetylcysteine ( NAC), when used to treat paracetamol toxicity, is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. This study evaluated the effect of a weight-based dosing chart ( WBDC) introduced to decrease NAC prescription errors. Methods We undertook a pre- and post-intervention trial in a single ED. The intervention (the NAC WBDC) was introduced in January 2011 and publicised by posters and presentations at medical handovers and education sessions.

Articles -  Plantar Fasciitis

10. Plantar fasciitis: How best to treat?
By Covey, Carlton J.; Mulder, Mark D. Journal of Family Practice. Sep 2013, Vol. 62 Issue 9, p466-471. 6p
Abstract: The article discusses the treatment for plantar fasciitis (PF). It states that the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons recommends several conservative treatments for PF including nonsteroidal inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), stretching, and prefabricated orthotics for the plantar heel pain management. It also mentions some invasive treatments such as the corticosteroid injections (CSI) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP)..

11. Effectiveness of adjustable dorsiflexion night splint in combination with accommodative foot orthosis on plantar fasciitis.
By Lee, Winson C. C.; Wong, W. Y.; Kung, Eddy; Leung, Aaron K. L. Journal of Rehabilitation Research & Development. 2012, Vol. 49 Issue 10, p1557-1564. 8p
Abstract: Foot orthoses and night splints have been used separately to treat patients with plantar fasciitis, but were not always successful. Combined use of both orthoses might give better outcomes. This study evaluated the effectiveness of a soft and self-adjustable dorsiflexion night splint in combination with an accommodative foot orthosis for patients with plantar fasciitis

12. Efficacy of Electro-Acupuncture in Chronic Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
By: Kumnerddee, Wipoo; Pattapong, Nitsara. American Journal of Chinese Medicine. 2012, Vol. 40 Issue 6, p1167-1176. 10p
Abstract: The aim of the study was to investigate the efficacy of electro-acupuncture coupled with conventional treatments and compare it with the efficacy of conventional treatments alone in patients with chronic plantar fasciitis. Thirty patients with chronic refractory plantar fasciitis were randomly assigned to two groups. Subjects in the control group received five weeks of conventional treatments, including stretching exercise, shoe modification and rescue analgesics. Subjects in the acupuncture group received the same treatments plus ten sessions of electro-acupuncture twice weekly

13. Plantar Fasciitis.
By Young, Craig. Annals of Internal Medicine. 1/3/2012, Vol. 156 Issue 1, pITC1-2-ITC1-16. 16p
Abstract: The article focuses on plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain which affects up to 10% of adults. It notes the theories of the physiological aspects of plantar fasciitis. The evolving understanding of the affliction has led to new ways of treating it. The article describes the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of plantar fasciitis..

Table of Contents - The Tube, Volume 37, Issue 1 February 2014

14. From The Tube (NZNO Gastroenterology Nurses Section]
14A. Primary Biliary Cirrhosis: A silent illness - One patient's perspective
14B. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease - Conference report 2013
14C. Motility education and training at St Marks hospital, Harrow, London
14D. Safe and effective colonoscopy advanced polypectomy
14E. From Aussie to Auski: An Auski goes to AGW
14F. The use of millipore strips at Hawkes Bay hospital
14G. Scope for improvement: The Christchurch hospital IBD audit nursing outcomes
14H. Writing guidelines for the Tube
14I. Gastroenterology Units in New Zealand

Conferences & Seminars

Oral History Workshops run by the Alexander Turnbull Library

15. The Essentials of Oral History Research: A two-day course
Day One: Introduction to Oral History
Wellington Saturday 22 February 2014
Christchurch Sunday 2 March 2014
Auckland Saturday 10 May 2014
8.45am-4.30pm
An introduction to oral history methodology. How to plan an oral history project, choose the best equipment, achieve clear audio recordings, select informants, follow ethical procedures, develop questioning techniques, process oral history, and make the material available for use. Bring a recorder if you have one you intend to use for recording. Exercises to be completed before Day Two will be discussed.

Day Two: Recording Seriously
Wellington Saturday 22 March 2014
Christchurch Sunday 13 April 2014
Auckland Saturday 7 June 2014
8.45am-4.30pm
Recording Seriously builds on Day One: Introduction to Oral History, reviewing work completed and covering in more detail interview techniques, project planning and technical, ethical, and legal issues. Some experience in recording or processing oral history is necessary.
$300 ($220)* for both days
Limit: 12

16. NOHANZ Conference 2014
THE GIFT OF MEMORY
Saturday & Sunday 20 & 21 September 2014
CALL FOR PAPERS - closing Friday 14 March 2014
More information: http://www.oralhistory.org.nz/documents/conf14.pdf

17. Annual Scientific Meeting 2014
The New Zealand Society of Gastroenterology & NZNO Gastroenterology Nurses Section
26-28 November 2014
venue: Skycity Auckland Convention Centre
More information:  www.gastro2014.co.nz

News - National

18. Passenger with measles on Auckland flight
One News - 28 Feb 2014
A plane passenger has sparked a new measles alert as the traveller was infectious at the time of flight.
Auckland Regional Public Health Service has confirmed that one passenger from flight MH0131 flying Malaysia Airlines from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland, arriving at 1pm on Thursday, February 20 had measles
http://tvnz.co.nz/national-news/passenger-measles-auckland-flight-5854402

19. Explicit sex class divides school
A school trustee has quit and a family withdrawn their child in protest at an explicit sexual education programme at a West Coast primary. Blaketown School trustee Jo-Anne Sim resigned this month over the "unacceptable" and explicit class, delivered to Year 7 and 8 pupils in December.
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=11211675

20. HCC votes to restrict legal high sales to CBD  
Waikato Times -  26 Feb 2014
Hamilton City Council has moved to restrict the sale of legal highs to the central city. In a 12-1 vote, the council's strategy and policy committee today voted to limit psychoactive drug sellers to the central city area and away from Te Rapa

News - International

21. Jeremy Hunt promises revolution in care for dementia sufferers
Britain's elderly will witness a revolution in dementia care, which will transform the country into a “global leader” in fighting the illness, Jeremy Hunt said.  The Health Secretary announced a new ambition for the NHS, stating that by March next year those with suspected dementia should receive a diagnosis within six weeks, rather than six months as is currently the case in parts of the country
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/nhs/10666591/Jeremy-Hunt-promises-revolution-in-care-for-dementia-sufferers.html

22. Health experts say food star rating system is critical
The Age - 26 Feb 2014
Australia's top public health professors have written to the state and territory food ministers calling on them to take urgent action to reinstate a healthy-food star rating system. The website for the system was taken down after the intervention of Assistant Health Minister Fiona Nash and her former chief of staff, Alastair Furnival, who Fairfax Media revealed co-owned a lobbying firm that worked for the junk food industry.
http://www.theage.com.au/federal-politics/political-news/health-experts-say-food-star-rating-system-is-critical-20140225-33fsh.html