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Title: Notes on Nursing: What It Is, and What It Is Not
Note: Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Carol David and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "Notes on Nursing: What It Is, and What It Is Not" by Florence Nightingale is a foundational scientific and practical guide on the principles of nursing written in the late 19th century. The work emphasizes the essential role of the nurse in patient care and public health, arguing that nursing extends beyond the administration of medications to encompass the provision of a healthy environment that promotes recovery. Nightingale’s insights are particularly relevant to women, whom she identifies as being responsible for the health of others in society. The opening of this influential text establishes Nightingale's intent to guide the laywoman in understanding the art of nursing as a crucial aspect of healthcare. In her preface, she clarifies that the notes serve as hints for thought rather than a comprehensive manual. As she begins to discuss the importance of fresh air, cleanliness, and various environmental factors on health, she challenges common misconceptions regarding nursing practices and critiques the prevailing standards that often neglect fundamental principles of care. Nightingale seeks to empower women by encouraging them to reflect on their experiences and knowledge of nursing, making the case that true nursing practice can significantly impact health outcomes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Nightingale, Florence, 1820-1910
EBook No.: 12439
Published: May 1, 2004
Downloads: 108
Language: English
Subject: Nursing
LoCC: Medicine: Nursing
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Notes on Nursing: What It Is, and What It Is Not
Note: Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Carol David and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "Notes on Nursing: What It Is, and What It Is Not" by Florence Nightingale is a foundational scientific and practical guide on the principles of nursing written in the late 19th century. The work emphasizes the essential role of the nurse in patient care and public health, arguing that nursing extends beyond the administration of medications to encompass the provision of a healthy environment that promotes recovery. Nightingale’s insights are particularly relevant to women, whom she identifies as being responsible for the health of others in society. The opening of this influential text establishes Nightingale's intent to guide the laywoman in understanding the art of nursing as a crucial aspect of healthcare. In her preface, she clarifies that the notes serve as hints for thought rather than a comprehensive manual. As she begins to discuss the importance of fresh air, cleanliness, and various environmental factors on health, she challenges common misconceptions regarding nursing practices and critiques the prevailing standards that often neglect fundamental principles of care. Nightingale seeks to empower women by encouraging them to reflect on their experiences and knowledge of nursing, making the case that true nursing practice can significantly impact health outcomes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Nightingale, Florence, 1820-1910
EBook No.: 12439
Published: May 1, 2004
Downloads: 108
Language: English
Subject: Nursing
LoCC: Medicine: Nursing
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.