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In "Making Good on Private Duty" by Harriet Camp Lounsbery, readers are provided with a comprehensive guide on how to excel in the private duty nursing industry. Lounsbery, with her extensive experience as a private duty nurse, offers a wealth of practical knowledge and valuable advice to those entering or currently working in this field.

One of the strengths of this book is the author's ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner. Lounsbery adopts a conversational writing style, making it accessible even for readers who may not have a medical background. Through her anecdotes and personal experiences, she effectively illustrates the challenges and rewards that come with private duty nursing.

The book is well-structured and covers a wide range of topics essential to private duty nursing. Lounsbery begins by providing an overview of the industry, discussing the various settings and types of patients that nurses may encounter. She then delves into crucial aspects of the job, such as building trust with patients and their families, effective communication skills, and managing challenging situations. Additionally, Lounsbery addresses the importance of self-care for nurses, recognizing that taking care of oneself is vital in providing the best care for others.

What sets this book apart is Lounsbery's emphasis on the human aspect of private duty nursing. She highlights the significance of building strong relationships with patients and their families, advocating for compassionate care and treating each patient as an individual with unique needs. By recognizing the emotional toll that this line of work can have on nurses, Lounsbery offers practical tips to prevent burnout and ensure longevity in the field.

Despite its many strengths, there are a few areas where "Making Good on Private Duty" falls short. The book occasionally feels repetitive, particularly when addressing certain topics like time management or documentation. While this repetition may be helpful for reinforcing key points, it can be slightly monotonous for readers looking for fresh ideas or advanced strategies.

Furthermore, while Lounsbery offers insights into the daily challenges faced by private duty nurses, some readers may have appreciated more specific case studies or examples to illustrate her advice. This would have provided a more tangible understanding of how to apply her teachings in real-life situations.

Overall, "Making Good on Private Duty" is an informative and valuable resource for anyone interested in or currently working in the private duty nursing field. Harriet Camp Lounsbery's expertise shines through her knowledge, personal stories, and dedication to fostering compassionate care. While it may have benefitted from additional diversity in case studies and a slight reduction in repetition, the book remains an essential read for those seeking to provide exemplary private-duty nursing services.

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MAKING GOOD ON PRIVATE DUTY

MAKING GOOD ON PRIVATE DUTY

PRACTICAL HINTS TO GRADUATE NURSES

BY

HARRIET CAMP LOUNSBERY, R.N.

PRESIDENT WEST VIRGINIA STATE NURSES' ASSOCIATION SANITARY SCHOOL INSPECTOR FOR CHARLESTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

"Not to be ministered unto, but to minister"

PREFACE

Though technic is constantly changing, methods improving, and the teaching in our schools grows better and more comprehensive, the old problems in private work are ever to be faced, and still the young sister in our nursing world needs to be counselled, guided and helped. It is for these young private duty nurses that this book has been written.

For six years I went up and down one of our large cities doing private nursing, and I can remember, as if it were but yesterday, the curious little sinking of the heart I used to feel, as I mounted the steps of a house where there was a new patient needing my care. "Would I do everything right?" "Could I please the patient and the friends?" "Would the doctor be satisfied with my efforts?" "How would I feel when I was leaving?" "Encouraged or hopeless?" "Happy or sad?" A strange house looks so forbidding, "would this one ever look friendly?" There is time, while walking up the steps, for these and many more such thoughts to crowd into the nurse's mind... Continue reading book >>




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