I Always Faint When I See a Syringe: Nurse Student Tales
by Florence Hardesty
Category: Humor

Every Profession needs a book to celebrate its accomplishments & to slay its sacred cows. Yet rarely does a book achieve both those goals. I ALWAYS FAINT WHEN I SEE A SYRINGE is one of those rare publications. Written honestly & straight from the heart, by retired nursing professor-turned-author Florence Hardesty. I ALWAYS FAINT...sheds light & humor on this most noble (& often under-valued) profession. Through the eyes of a teacher, & the experiences of her students, Dr. Hardesty tells stories that will inspire, enlighten, validate & comfort nurses (& the people who love them) everywhere. Step through the doors of the teaching hospital, St. What's-His-Name, & meet an eclectic group of nursing students, like Miss Faintheart, who uttered the memorable title phrase & Miss Fumblefingers, the catheterization expert. Share in the class-conscious conversations between nurses & attending physicians. Learn with Florence Hardesty how the teacher is sometimes the student, & how the patient is often the ultimate teacher. Join her as she struggles with - & meets - the challenge of returning to school as a mature student. Laugh with her & share the joy & spirit of nursing. Published by Silver Tree Books, Box 707, Silverton, OR 97381. (503) 873-3707, FAX (503) 873-8726.