Todaro-Franceschi, Vidette.

Compassion fatigue and burnout in nursing : enhancing professional quality of life / Vidette Todaro-Franceschi. - New York : Springer Pub., c2013. - xx, 231 p. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction : the good, the bad, and the ugly -- Transforming both health and care -- Compassion and contentment : being heartful -- Values and excellences in nursing -- The art of reaffirming purpose -- A heavy heart hurts -- I know what I ought to do! -- Burnt out and seemingly heartless -- Being prepared to care for the dying -- Shared horrors and aching, breaking hearts -- Cultivating collective mindful awareness -- Imagine it and actualize it.

9780826109774 9780826109781 (e-book)

2012023136


NMC Nursing Collection.

RT86 / .T64 2013

610.73

WY 87