Main description:

Within most disciplines, there are those who are recognized by theircolleagues as being exceptionally competent practitioners. Theseindividuals do their work in such a remarkable way as to become a modelfor others. This book is base on a study of the beliefs, actions, andinteractions of a group of extraordinary oncology nurses-the peopletheir peers would choose to have care for them if they were diagnosedwith cancer.

Perry's weaving of interviewee's stories and her ownfield notes and poetry creates a very personal perspective on nursingthat leaves the reader with a greater understanding of the experience,and rewards, of caring for others.

Contents:

Chapter 1: The Power and Promise of ExemplaryNursing Care

Chapter 2: The Multi-layered Landscape

Chapter 3: The Dialogue of Silence

Chapter 4: Mutual Touch

Chapter 5: Sharing the Lighter Side of Life

Chapter 6: The Effects of Exemplary Nursing CareConnecting

Chapter 7: Lessons Learned

Appendix

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