Te Kapunga Putohe (the restless hands): a Maori centred nursing practice model

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Indigenous Health
• Cultural Competency

Background:

• Māori health practices often conflict with Western nursing models.
• There's a lack of nursing models developed within a Māori cultural context.
• Culturally centered care is essential for improving Māori health outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce Te Kapunga Putohe, a Māori-centered nursing practice model.
• To guide nurses in incorporating Māori knowledge into practice.
• To enhance the cultural appropriateness and effectiveness of nursing care for Māori clients.

Main Methods:

• Development of the Te Kapunga Putohe model.
• Focus on integrating Māori knowledge with nursing practice.
• Utilizing a hands-on illustration to represent knowledge integration.

Main Results:

• Te Kapunga Putohe provides a framework for culturally safe nursing practice.
• The model facilitates the incorporation of Māori knowledge into healthcare experiences.
• Nurses with knowledge of Te Ao Māori can effectively use the model.

Conclusions:

• Te Kapunga Putohe enhances nursing efficacy when working with Māori clients.
• The model promotes culturally appropriate and acceptable healthcare.
• Implementing this model can lead to improved health outcomes for Māori.