Military nurse
Military Nurse
A Military Nurse (pronunciation: /ˈmɪlɪtəri nɜːrs/) is a healthcare professional who provides medical care to military personnel and their families, both at home and abroad. They are an integral part of the armed forces and play a crucial role in maintaining the health and well-being of soldiers and other military personnel.
Etymology
The term "Military Nurse" is derived from the combination of the words "military", which refers to anything related to the armed forces, and "nurse", a term that originated from the Latin word "nutrire", which means to nourish.
Roles and Responsibilities
Military Nurses are responsible for providing a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, preventive healthcare, and rehabilitation. They may also be involved in medical research and education. In times of war, they may be deployed to conflict zones to provide medical care to wounded soldiers.
Training and Qualifications
To become a Military Nurse, one must first complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. After obtaining their nursing license, they must then complete additional military training. Some military nurses may also choose to specialize in a particular area of nursing, such as emergency nursing, pediatric nursing, or psychiatric nursing.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Military nurse
- Wikipedia's article - Military nurse
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