Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing

Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing
Author: Mary Ellen Snodgrass
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004
Genre: Nursing
ISBN: 9780756770839

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.

Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing

Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing
Author: Mary Ellen Snodgrass
Publisher:
Total Pages: 354
Release: 1999
Genre: Nurses
ISBN: 9781851093380

Tracing the evolution of nursing from Roman times to the present, this reference details important institutions and organizations, biographies of healthcare pioneers and activists, the role and growth of military nursing, and Native American healers.

Encyclopedia of Nursing (6 Volume Set)

Encyclopedia of Nursing (6 Volume Set)
Author: Peyton P. O'Donnell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1848
Release: 2020-07-22
Genre: Nursing
ISBN: 9781536177978

This six volume set presents important research on nursing. Some of the topics discussed herein include:· advanced practice nursing· the nursing workforce· nurse practitioners· physician assistants· certification and licensure· psychiatric-mental health nursing· rehabilitation · nursing education and nursing students· bioengineering nursing· immunization for healthcare workers

Latinas in the United States

Latinas in the United States
Author: Vicki Ruíz
Publisher:
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2006
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

A comprehensive, historical encyclopedia that covers the full range of Latina economic, political, and cultural life in the United States.

Annual Review of Nursing Research, Volume 25, 2007

Annual Review of Nursing Research, Volume 25, 2007
Author:
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2007-06-11
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0826141390

This 25th anniversary edition of the Annual Review of Nursing Research is focused on nursing science in vulnerable populations. Identified as a priority in the nursing discipline, vulnerable populations are discussed in terms of the development of nursing science, diverse approaches in building the state of the science research, integrating biologic methods in the research, and research in reducing health disparities. Topics include: Measurement issues Prevention of infectious diseases among vulnerable populations Genomics and proteomics methodologies for research Promoting culturally appropriate interventions Community-academic research partnerships with vulnerable populations Vulnerable populations in Thailand: women living with HIV/AIDS As in all volumes of the Annual Reviews, leading nurse researchers provide students, other researchers, and clinicians with the foundations for evidence-based practice and further research.

Encyclopedia of Medical History

Encyclopedia of Medical History
Author: Roderick Erle McGrew
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies
Total Pages: 426
Release: 1985
Genre: Medical
ISBN:

103 entries to important medical topics. Intended for the general reader, students of history, and students of medicine. Entries are essays that include references and cross references. General index.

The Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health

The Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Author: Jacqueline L. Longe
Publisher:
Total Pages: 282
Release: 2018
Genre: Medicine
ISBN: 9781410363206

"This set provides more than 1,230 alphabetically arranged entries, of which about 100 are new, covering topics in body systems and functions, conditions and common diseases, contemporary health care issues and theories, techniques and practices, and devices and equipment. It covers all major health professions, including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy and more."--[Source inconnue].

Encyclopedia of Lifestyle Medicine and Health

Encyclopedia of Lifestyle Medicine and Health
Author: James M. Rippe
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 1297
Release: 2012-02-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1412950236

These three volumes sort out the science behind nightly news reports and magazine cover stories, and help define the interdisciplinary field of lifestyle medicine and health.