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History Of Nurse-Midwifery In The United States

History Of Nurse-Midwifery In The United States

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PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1168902770
ISBN13: 9781168902771
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 78
Weight: 0.63
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The History of Nurse-Midwifery in the United States by Mary Theopane Shoemaker is a comprehensive account of the evolution of nurse-midwifery in the United States. The book traces the history of nurse-midwifery from its origins in colonial America to the present day. It explores the various social, cultural, and political factors that have influenced the development of nurse-midwifery over time, including the changing role of women in society, advances in medical technology, and shifts in healthcare policy.The book also examines the contributions of key figures in the field of nurse-midwifery, such as Mary Breckinridge and Ina May Gaskin, and highlights the challenges they faced in establishing and promoting the profession. In addition, the book discusses the role of nurse-midwives in promoting maternal and infant health, and the impact of nurse-midwifery on the broader healthcare system.Overall, the History of Nurse-Midwifery in the United States provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of an important aspect of American healthcare history. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, women's health, or healthcare policy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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