Browsing by Subject "nursing"
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Cost-effectiveness of Alternative NICU Designs
(2020-09-01)The design of the physical space of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) has been proposed as a target for intervention to improve neonatal outcomes. Most NICUs are currently designed so that infants are cared for in a ... -
EXPLORING THE EXPERIENCES OF BLACK NOVA SCOTIANS WITH INVOLUNTARY PSYCHIATRIC CARE THROUGH AN INTERSECTIONAL LENS
(2024-04-25)This qualitative study aimed to hear the experiences of diverse Black Nova Scotians (DBNS) who have undergone involuntary psychiatric care (IPC). Help-seeking, stigma, trust, community, family, and health system were ... -
A First Voice Perspective of Homelessness and End-of-life Care: A Vicious Cycle of Deteriorating Circumstances
(2020-12-15)Despite an increased risk of progressive illness(es) and mortality, there are limited resources available to serve the multifaceted end-of-life care (EOLC) needs for those experiencing homelessness. This population faces ... -
Registered Nurses’ Lived Experience Working to Scope of Practice in Pediatric Ambulatory Medical Care Clinics
(2014-12-16)In today’s financial climate, the entire health care system, including nurses, has to ensure that care delivered is evidenced based, has positive outcomes, and is provided it in the most fiscally responsible way possible. ... -
"They Are Here to Stay"? Foreign Nurses on Temporary Work Permits in Nova Scotia, Canada
(2017-08-31)Foreign nurses are moving to Canada on temporary permits, and gaining employment in the Nova Scotian healthcare sector. In this dissertation, I argue that their experiences of movement and work are conditioned by a complex ...