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The physicians in a hospital form the center of medical staff. But they could not
provide effective medical care to their patients without the help of numerous other
medical employees. From the viewpoint of the patients, the nursing staff is particularly
important. Nurses are usually in close contact with patients as long as they are in the
hospital.
A nurse does not study for as many years as a doctor. however , each must be equally
dedicated. Caring for sick persons requires a great deal of patience and concern. Most
nurses work long days, and they often must work at odd hours or during the night.
Under the supervision (监管) of the head nurse, the nursing staff must provide nursing
services on a 24-hour basis and attend to patients' needs. This responsibility continues
around the clock, and so nurses must work in shifts. A shift is a period of duty, usually
eight in length. The nurses on the ward rotate their shifts. Some take turns working night
duty; others work odd shifts.
A nurse must always be alert. She can never afford to be careless. This is true in all
nursing situation, but it is especially true in the intensive care unit. Patients under
intensive care are critically ill, and they must be monitored at all times. The nurses who
do intensive care duty have one of the most demanding jobs in the hospital.
Serving as a nurse can be a very rewarding job. But it is not an easy one. Not every
person is suited to become a nurse. Only very dedicated people have chosen nursing as a
profession.
1. The nursing staff ______. [ ]
A. are central to the medical staff
B. play an important role in caring for patients
C. can work effectively without physicians
D. are always in close contact with the patients
2. Why don't nurses study for as many years as doctors? [ ]
A. They don't treat patients for illness and injury.
B. Most nurses work long days.
C. Caring for sick patients requires patience and concern.
D. They are not dedicated.
3. Nurses work in shifts because ______. [ ]
A. they are careless.
B. nursing services must be provided continuously.
C. they work at night from time to time.
D. a shift is usually eight hours long.
4. What kind of person is suited to become a nurse? [ ]
A. A very careful person.
B. An able person.
C. A very dedicated person.
D. A specially trained person.
