Resuscitation can be emotionally confusing for staff

Article Abstract:

The entire idea of resuscitation, of dragging a person back from the threshold of death, seemed to be wrong and was also emotionally very confusing for a nurse. Initially horrified at the 'intrusive' procedure, she instinctively provided resuscitation to an elderly man when she faced such a situation, as her life-saving nursing profession overtook her personal thoughts.

Nurse and patient, Nurse-patient relations, Resuscitation

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I've seen a great shift in HIV care'

Article Abstract:

The article relates the personal experiences of a nurse Marilyn Wilson who worked with HIV patients during the time the disease was considered taboo. It further describes Wilson's' contribution relevant to nursing of patients and education of staff.

Care and treatment, AIDS patients, Occupation overview, Wilson, Marilyn

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'What is so good about nursing that keeps us going to work every day?'

Article Abstract:

The author puts forth her views and possible reasons for the low self-esteem among nurses. She further states that it is emotionally stressful occupation but the patients are reasons that keep nurses going back to work day after day.

Evaluation, Job stress, Job satisfaction, Viewpoint essay

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