An overriding principle of Nightingale's writings on nursing dealt with which aspect of nursing?
a. The relationship between nurses, physicians, and society
b. The relationship between patients, health, and environment
c. The relationship between illness and health practices
d. The relationship between hospitals, nurses, and patients
ANS: B
A
The relationship between nurses, physicians, and society does not reflect Nightingale's philosophy.
B
Nightingale's philosophy was sensitive to the effect of the environment on the patient's health and recovery.
C
The relationship between illness and health practices does not reflect Nightingale's philosophy.
D
The relationship between hospitals, nurses, and patients does not reflect Nightingale's philosophy.
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