nursing

Becoming a nurse is a life-changing process and making the decision to study nursing at university is the first step. This short guide will help you decide whether it is the right move for you, give you an idea of which field of nursing might suit you best and provide useful tips for making a successful application.

Shows the inner workings of emergency rooms, explains behind-the-scene events, and why nurses deserve the respect of everyone.

Presents an introduction to the role a nurse plays in a community, in simple text with illustrations, describing what kind of work they do and how to become one.

Learn about the role the United States played in the Afghanistan and Iraq wars, through eyewitness accounts, letters and photos from participants, and analysis.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes what nurses do in the clinic, hospital, or emergency room and how they work to help keep us healthy and well"--.

Examines the history of nursing in the United States, identifying trends in various eras from the 1600s to the twenty-first century.

Simple text and photographs introduce young readers to the tasks and duties of a nurse. Includes a picture glossary, an index, and a guide to locating further resources.

Drawing for interviews and undercover hospital observations, the author offers a detailed, sympathetic, and eye-opening portrait of how nurses work, deal with stresses, and fulfill their mission of serving patients.

"Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a nurse. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, potential hazards, and daily job tasks related to this career. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis"--Provided by publisher.

A look at the Persian Gulf War through primary source accounts, facts, and overview analysis.