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Jan 30, 2008 01:37 AM

Why Nurse Activism?

by NRSKarenRN Staff
Updated Jan 30, 2008 at 01:50 AM by NRSKarenRN

2005: NurseWeek: Why Nurse Activism? : :

‘‘Save one life, you’re a hero; save 100 lives, you’re a nurse” is a saying popularized by the Nebraska Nurses’ Association. So why after saving 100 lives, would a nurse feel compelled to do more? Through the power of activism, a nurse might save 100,000 lives or 100 communities. This is nursing practiced on a grand scale.

2/2007- OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing Nurses Political Involvement: Importance of Nursing Activism

Overview and Summary: Power to Influence Patient Care: Who Holds the Keys?

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from Alex_RN2b09
Old Jan 30, 2008, 06:08 AM

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Thank you for this post. As I end the 3rd year of my BSN program I think this where I am headed. I'm going to get my Phd and do what I can for all those struggling nurses out there! Thanks for an important post!
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As I have gotten older and practiced longer I have FINALLY understood the importance of nurses embracing activism. It is our duty to the public and our profession. Those nurseswho have went before us have paved the way and it is up to us to continue with those same responsibilities.
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