Nightingale ward
Nightingale ward
The Nightingale ward (pronunciation: /ˈnaɪtɪŋˌɡeɪl wɔːrd/) is a type of hospital ward, which was designed by the famous British nurse Florence Nightingale.
Etymology
The term "Nightingale ward" is derived from the name of Florence Nightingale, who is often considered the founder of modern nursing. She designed this type of ward during the Crimean War to improve the conditions and treatment of wounded soldiers.
Description
A Nightingale ward is a large open room, typically housing up to 30 patients. The design is intended to allow for maximum observation of patients by nursing staff, with beds arranged in a line along the sides of the ward. This layout was believed to reduce the spread of disease and improve patient recovery rates.
Related Terms
- Florence Nightingale: The British nurse who designed the Nightingale ward.
- Crimean War: The war during which Nightingale implemented her ward design.
- Nursing: The profession that Nightingale is often considered to have modernized.
- Hospital ward: The general term for a division of a hospital where patients receive care.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nightingale ward
- Wikipedia's article - Nightingale ward
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