Let whoever is in charge keep this simple question in her head (not, how can I always do this right thing myself, but) how can I provide for this right thing to be always done?

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I think one's feelings waste themselves in words; they ought all to be distilled into actions which bring results.

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The most important practical lesson than can be given to nurses is to teach them what to observe.

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Rather, ten times, die in the surf, heralding the way to a new world, than stand idly on the shore.

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Nursing is a progressive art such that to stand still is to go backwards.

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Never underestimate the healing effects of beauty.

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I use the word nursing for want of a better. It has been limited to signify little more than the administration of medicines and the application of poultices. It ought to signify the proper use of fresh air, light, warmth, cleanliness, quiet, and the proper selection and administration of diet-all at the least expense of vital power to the patient.

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I am not yet worthy; and I will live to deserve to be called a Trained Nurse.

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Unnecessary noise is the most cruel abuse of care which can be inflicted on either the sick or the well.

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Starting a job and working hard is how to be successful.

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