Abstract Resilience, of individuals, is a well‐established concept in the psychology/mental health literatures, but has been little explored relation to communities. Related theory community development and social impact assessment literature provides insight into qualities assets communities that enable them develop effectively or adapt major changes. This article reports components individual resilience identified through participatory action research study within rural Australian...

This paper reports on a study examining the relationship between women's psychological characteristics and breastfeeding duration, after controlling for socio-demographic factors.The literature suggests that factors may influence behaviour, but studies are few. Existing evidence results of phase 1 our were used to construct list factors, which tested their association with duration in current design.Participants postnatal inpatients one two regional hospitals October December 2005 they...

This paper presents the results on workplace violence from a larger study undertaken in 2004. Comparison is made with of similar 2001. The involved random sampling 3000 nurses Queensland Nurses’ Union’s membership public (acute hospital and community nursing), private domiciliary nursing) aged care (both facilities) sectors. self‐reported suggest an increase all three Although there are differences sources across sectors, major causes are: clients/patients, visitors/relatives, other nurses,...

This article reports the results of phase 1 a study into community and individual resilience in rural Australians. The aim was to develop, implement evaluate model that enhances psychological wellness people communities. used critical participatory action research methodology work partnership with key individuals groups Queensland which, anecdotally, identified by its representatives as having confronted responded positively dealt adversities such drought, hailstorms bushfire. A focus...

To support policy planning for health, the barriers to use of health information and computer technology (ICT) by nurses in Australia were determined.Australia, line with many countries, aims achieve a better quality care outcomes through effective innovative information. Nurses form largest component workforce. Successful adoption ICT will be requirement success. No national study has been undertaken determine adoption.A self-administered postal survey was conducted.A questionnaire...

Aims and objectives. A study was undertaken of the current knowledge future training requirements nurses in information computer technology to inform policy meet national goals for health. Background. The role modern clinical nurse is intertwined with adoption such forms an important component strategies majority are expected use during their work; however, full extent experience unclear. Design. Self‐administered postal survey. Methods. 78‐item questionnaire distributed 10,000 Australian...

This paper reports the findings of a study undertaken in November 2001 on experiences 17 rural people from regional city Toowoomba who had been diagnosed with cancer and were required to travel capital Queensland (Brisbane) for radiotherapy. The interviews tape recorded; recordings transcribed verbatim analysed emergent themes subthemes, following verification by participants that transcription was true record their experience. major arose (1) burden travel; (2) difficulties living...

The aim of the study was to identify factors having an impact upon nursing work and use results inform strategic planning Queensland Nurses Union.In 2001 2004, a undertaken gather data on level satisfaction nurses with their working life. This paper reports 2004 workload, skill mix, remuneration morale. Where applicable, are compared data.A questionnaire mailed 3000 Assistants-in-Nursing, Enrolled Registered in October 2004. All participants were members Union. reported three sectors -...

Breastfeeding duration rates in Australia are low, prompting a search for modifiable factors capable of increasing the breastfeeding. In this study, participants were asked which psychological they believed influence breastfeeding duration. Participants included 3 groups mothers who had breastfed varied lengths time (n = 17), and 1 group clinicians 4). The nominal technique was employed, involving structured meeting progressing through several steps. Analyses collation individual responses,...

Aims and objectives. Through comparison of two studies undertaken three years apart the opinions nurses working in aged care facilities Queensland were determined. Results will support policy planning for Nurses Union. Background. An ageing population Australia is placing increased demands on residential facilities. In Queensland, national situation exacerbated by an influx retirees from other states territories. The ongoing problem shortages workforce may be addressed gaining further...

Aim. This study aimed to ascertain whether a model of risk screening carried out by an experienced community nurse was effective in decreasing re‐presentations and readmissions the length stay older people presenting Australian emergency department. Objectives. The objectives were (i) identify all who presented department regional hospital; (ii) proportion within this cohort patients; (iii) risk‐screen patients provide referrals when necessary services. Design. involved application tool 2139...

This article reports on the views of Australian nurses as to their use computers in workplace. Data were collected by questionnaires mailed 10 000 members 150 000-member Nursing Federation, which represents 60% nursing workforce. The response rate was 43.3%. Computer 20% assistants nursing, rising 75% enrolled and more than 95% RNs. Principal uses for access patients' records internal communication. Most respondents (79%) agreed that had improved information access. Only 9.4% considered...

Aim Data were collected on tenure, mobility and retention of the nursing workforce in Queensland to aid strategic planning by Nurses Union (QNU). Background Shortages nurses negatively affect health outcomes patients. Population rise is increasing demand for Queensland. The supply affected recruitment new returning nurses, existing within institutions. Methods A self-reporting, postal survey was undertaken QNU members from major employment sectors aged care, public acute community private...

ABSTRACT: There is a growing awareness that primary source of information about mental health lies with the consumers. This paper reports on study interviewed rural men aim exploring their experiences within environment. The results interviews are number stories resilience and survival highlight not only importance individuals' perspective issues, but also acknowledging drawing inner strengths. Rural face challenges increase risk illness decrease likelihood them seeking and/or finding...

Since 1994, as part of the Health Careers in Bush program, Queensland has run residential workshops to provide secondary school students from rural and remote areas with information about health careers. This study reports on influence program tertiary course selection.Self-administered mail survey telephone interviews.Secondary schools.Past who had year 10 attended career by Health.Tertiary courses; self-reported workshop raising awareness selection.Over 90% participants reported that a...

Aims. The purpose of this paper is to present the findings two qualitative studies which identified strategies used by breastfeeding women assist them continue breastfeeding. Background. While initiation rates are high in Australia, majority wean before recommended time. identification interventions may increase duration therefore a research priority. Design. Against All Odds study case‐controlled design investigate characteristics who continued breastfeed face extraordinary difficulties....

To determine the best approach for evaluation of fever, detected by infrared thermal scanning, at an international airport. Arriving passengers with fever were divided into three groups: community a GP, or without cost compensation, airport health practitioner. Uptake offered evaluations was measured, diagnoses recorded, and region‐specific rates measured. Observations made on practical aspects screening. Over six‐month period, 181,759 screened Cairns airport, Queensland, Australia. Fever...

Background Residents of aged care facilities usually have a large number oral health problems. who suffer from dementia are at particular risk. A systematic review the best available evidence with regard to maintaining older people in residential provided recommendations. Objectives The aim implementation project was introduce evidence-based hygiene practices for patients two publicly funded and monitor changes nursing awareness, knowledge, documentation practice improve patient outcomes...

Abstract Objective: Since 1994 a state‐wide program has been operating in Queensland to provide non‐metropolitan secondary school students with information about health careers. Determination of the factors influencing career decisions rural and remote was one objective evaluation that program. Design: Telephone interviews. Setting: Secondary schools. Subjects: People who had previously attended Year 10 residential workshops run by Health. Ninety‐four 277 past participants Health Careers...