Convo Science: Nursing is a Science
(First aired on KLRNRadio, Sunday, Dec 9, 2018)
On the show, we talked about:
- what a nurse does (hint: it's about MORE than just holding a patient's hand);
- what an oncology nurse does;
- the different types of cancer;
- some of the technologies available within hospitals that nurses use;
- some of the technologies that have been trialed that we're glad was not fully adopted;
- why people might want to be a nurse;
- what you might want to study in school if you would like to pursue nursing as a career;
- and the fact that nurses no longer need to learn to decipher doctors' handwriting.
We also spoke about Putting the Science in Fiction. In this book, 39 different experts talk about various aspects of science and where fiction often gets it wrong. Stephanie's contribution to this book discusses how nurses are misrepresented within fiction.
Putting the Science in Fiction
Expert Advice for Writing with Authenticity in Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Other Genres
Science and technology have starring roles in a wide range of genres—science fiction, fantasy, thriller, mystery, and more. Unfortunately, many depictions of technical subjects in literature, film, and television are pure fiction. A basic understanding of biology, physics, engineering, and medicine will help you create more realistic stories that satisfy discerning readers.
This book brings together scientists, physicians, engineers, and other experts to help you.
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