Florence Nightingale
Florence Nightingale (pronounced: /ˈflɔːrəns ˈnaɪtɪŋɡeɪl/), (12 May 1820 – 13 August 1910) was a British social reformer and founder of modern nursing.
Etymology
The name "Florence" is derived from the Latin word "Florentia", meaning "blooming" or "prosperous". "Nightingale" is an English surname, derived from the Old English 'niht', meaning 'night', and 'galan', meaning 'to sing'.
Biography
Florence Nightingale was born in Florence, Italy, to a wealthy British family. She is best known for her work during the Crimean War, where she organised the tending to wounded soldiers. She gave nursing a highly favourable reputation and became an icon of Victorian culture.
Contributions to Nursing
Nightingale's contributions to nursing were groundbreaking. Her emphasis on hygiene and sanitation in hospitals drastically reduced death rates. She also established the first secular nursing school in the world at St. Thomas' Hospital in London, which is now part of King's College London.
Related Terms
- Nightingale Pledge: A statement of the ethics and principles of the nursing profession, it was composed in honour of Florence Nightingale.
- Nightingale School of Nursing: The first secular nursing school, established by Florence Nightingale.
- Lady with the Lamp: A popular nickname for Florence Nightingale, derived from her habit of making rounds at night to tend injured soldiers.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Florence Nightingale
- Wikipedia's article - Florence Nightingale
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