Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing
| Author | : Mary Ellen Snodgrass |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2004 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0756770831 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780756770839 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (839 Downloads) |
Download or read book Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing written by Mary Ellen Snodgrass and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
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