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Article: Characterising Maori nursing practice.
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- Contemporary Nurse
- Article date:
- September 1, 2006
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ABSTRACT
This paper summarises research which addresses the question: What might constitute Maori nursing practice? The research design adopted was influenced by Kaupapa Maori methodology and used a semi-structured, qualitative, in-depth interview process. It was found that by understanding the current experiences of Maori registered nurses, their reflections on their preparation for practice, and their current practice, we are able to identify the present and future training and practice needs of Maori nurses.
Maori nursing practice can be characterised as having five features: the promotion of cultural affirmation including cultural awareness and ...