Using rich nursing narratives from practicing nurses as well as
scholarly conceptual sources, this book paints a vivid picture of the
diversity and richness embodied in the artful practice of nursing. These
stories illustrate the forms of knowledge used by nurses and demonstrate
essential nursing concepts, such as care, spirituality, presence,
compassion, self-care, and advocacy. Readers will also examine obstacles
that can interfere with their successful performance as a nurse and
discover ways of overcoming these challenges.