"The Tuberculosis Nurse: Her Function and Her Qualifications" by Ellen N. La Motte, is an early 20th-century guide that shines a light on the essential part nurses played in the fight against tuberculosis. It explains what nurses needed to do, what skills they should have, and the tough situations they would encounter. With tuberculosis being a serious health problem back then, this book focuses on how nurses can step in, teach people about the illness, and help them live in cleaner conditions to stop it from spreading. The author highlights the vital need for educated nurses who are ready to take on the challenges of caring for patients, teaching communities, and reaching out to help control and prevent this disease.
The Tuberculosis Nurse: Her Function and Her Qualifications A Handbook for Practical Workers in the Tuberculosis Campaign
By Ellen N. (Ellen Newbold) La Motte
Discover how dedicated nurses battled a deadly disease through education, care, and community outreach during a time of widespread infection.
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About the AuthorEllen Newbold La Motte (1873–1961) was an American nurse, journalist and author. She is known for her book The Backwash of War in which she chronicled her experience as a nurse in World War I in an often bitter and cynical manner. She was also a leading practitioner in the treatment of tuberculosis and an advocate for addressing opium addiction in China.
Ellen Newbold La Motte (1873–1961) was an American nurse, journalist and author. She is known for her book The Backwash of War in which she chronicled her experience as a nurse in World War I in an often bitter and cynical manner. She was also a leading practitioner in the treatment of tuberculosis and an advocate for addressing opium addiction in China.
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