This work traces the social, political, and economic history of nursing from its origins through contemporary practices - covering all specialties and settings.
New edition of an elegantly produced volume that traces the social, political, and economic history of nursing from its origins through contemporary practice. Illustrated with 441 photos of people and places and reproductions of works of art--about half in color, and many full- or half-page. The bibliography is extensive. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
A History of American Nursing, Second Edition provides a historical overview essential to developing a complete understanding of the nursing profession. For each key era of U.S. history, nursing is examined in the context of the sociopolitical climate of the day, the image of nurses, nursing education, advances in practice, war and its effect on nursing, licensure and regulation, and nursing research and its implications. From early nursing to Nightingale's influence, through two world wars to today, this text engages students in an exploration of nursing's past while connecting it to nursing practice in the present.A History of American Nursing, Second Edition informs and empowers today's student nurses as they help to create the future of nursing.* Completely expanded and updated art program, including images from the Women In Military Service For America Memorial Foundation and artist Lou Everett, a nurse educator* New feature: Historical Happenings - short vignettes throughout each chapter that highlight a relevant medical/nursing advance and/or historical event from a particular era* Updates to references, key people, discussion questions, and MeSH terms
Nursing At Its Finest discusses the author's personal and professional journey to become a Registered Nurse. Each chapter, from the beginning to the end, describes what inspired her to gain interest in this field and the steps she took to achieve such a goal. She doesn't hold back on all of the challenges she faced; she is transparent in how she overcame them and what she has learned because of them. She takes the reader into her world and allows them to empathize with all that she has endured. This book exemplifies the author's perspective while giving knowledge to not only upcoming nurses, but also nurses already in the field. From her account, she discusses tackling nursing school, taking the NCLEX, getting that first nursing job and those thereafter. She inspires the reader to continue their journey on their own terms and to never let someone else dictate that for them. She hopes that this book inspires the reader to always stay true to thyself and continue to follow their dream.
This fascinating edition traces the development of nursing, from its humble origin of unorganized volunteers to the highly skilled profession it has become. Readers will learn about the involvement of nurses in wars throughout history, as well as the challenges that the profession is currently facing.
A fascinating, well illustrated and compact history of nursing in Great Britain. The author traces the story of nurses and the impact they have had on our society.
Nurses have been the foot soldiers of med., treating battlefield casualties, caring for the poor, comforting the dying, and fighting maladies ranging from TB and polio to AIDS. Here is the story of nursing from Roman times to the present, focusing on significant events, eras of conflict and social change, treatment innovations, landmark institutions, champions of women's health, and the evolution of mil. nursing. Covers important individuals, key nursing concepts, famous breakthroughs, historical eras, med., abortion pros and cons, ethnic cures, hospices, midwifery, native healers, hospital ships, Cadet Nurse Corps, pub's., and more. Includes a timeline of landmarks in nursing history and a detailed biblio. Numerous bio's. of healthcare pioneers and activists. Illus.