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The Language of Kindness: A Nurse's Story,Used
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#1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER A moving, lyrical, beautifullywritten portrait of a nurse and the lives she has touchedChristie Watson spent twenty years as a nurse, and in this intimate, poignant, and remarkably powerful book, she opens the doors of the hospital and shares its secrets. She takes us by her side down hospital corridors to visit the wards and meet her unforgettable patients.In the neonatal unit, premature babies fight for their lives, hovering at the very edge of survival, like tiny Emmanuel, wrapped up in a sandwich bag. On the cancer wards, the nurses administer chemotherapy and, long after the medicine stops working, something more importantwhich Watson learns to recognize when her own father is dying of cancer. In the pediatric intensive care unit, the nurses wash the hair of a little girl to remove the smell of smoke from the house fire. The emergency room is overcrowded as ever, with waves of alcohol and drug addicted patients as well as patients like Betty, a widow suffering chest pain, frail and alone. And the stories of the geriatric wardGladys and older patients like hershow the plight of the most vulnerable members of our society.Through the smallest of actions, nurses provide vital care and kindness. All of us will experience illness in our lifetime, and we will all depend on the support and dignity that nurses offer us; yet the women and men who form the vanguard of our health care remain unsung. In this age of fear, hate, and division, Christie Watson has written a book that reminds us of all that we share, and of the urgency of compassion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Language of Kindness: A Nurse's Story'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the compassion and care provided by nurses, highlighting their crucial role in the healthcare system and the personal stories of patients they serve.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Language of Kindness: A Nurse's Story' is Christie Watson, who has over twenty years of experience as a nurse.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a hardcover binding, making it durable and suitable for collection.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Language of Kindness: A Nurse's Story'? A: The book contains a total of 336 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Language of Kindness: A Nurse's Story' published? A: The book was published on May 8, 2018.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all age groups? A: While the book addresses serious topics related to health and illness, it is suitable for adult readers and may also be appropriate for mature teens interested in healthcare.
- Q: What makes this book a bestseller? A: The book is a bestseller due to its emotional depth, insightful storytelling, and its ability to resonate with readers through real-life experiences of nurses and patients.
- Q: Can this book be used as a resource for nursing students? A: Yes, this book can serve as a valuable resource for nursing students, offering insights into the emotional aspects of patient care and the realities of working in healthcare.
- Q: What kind of stories can readers expect in this book? A: Readers can expect a variety of poignant stories that depict the challenges faced by nurses and their patients, emphasizing themes of kindness, resilience, and human connection.
- Q: Is this book part of a series or a standalone work? A: This book is a standalone work and does not belong to a series.