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Recording Brain Electromagnetic Activity During the Administration of the Gaseous Anesthetic Agents Xenon and Nitrous Oxide in Healthy Volunteers

Recording Brain Electromagnetic Activity During the Administration of the Gaseous Anesthetic Agents Xenon and Nitrous Oxide in Healthy Volunteers

Published on: January 13, 2018

American Nursing: 250 Years and Counting.

Antonia M Villarruel¹

¹Antonia M. Villarruel is a professor and the Margaret Bond Simon Dean of Nursing at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, PA. Contact author: nursingdean@nursing.upenn.edu.

The American Journal of Nursing

|June 25, 2026

Summary

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This study explores the historical, current, and future impacts of nursing. It highlights the evolving role of nurses in healthcare and patient outcomes.

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Recording Brain Electromagnetic Activity During the Administration of the Gaseous Anesthetic Agents Xenon and Nitrous Oxide in Healthy Volunteers

Recording Brain Electromagnetic Activity During the Administration of the Gaseous Anesthetic Agents Xenon and Nitrous Oxide in Healthy Volunteers

Published on: January 13, 2018

Area of Science:

Nursing Science
Healthcare Studies

Background:

Nursing has a rich history influencing healthcare delivery.
The profession continually adapts to meet evolving societal health needs.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the historical trajectory of nursing.
To analyze the contemporary roles and contributions of nurses.
To project future trends and innovations in nursing practice.

Main Methods:

Literature review of historical nursing texts.
Analysis of current nursing workforce data and trends.
Expert interviews and Delphi method for future projections.

Main Results:

Identified key milestones in nursing history.
Documented the expansion of nursing scope of practice.
Highlighted the critical role of nurses in public health and policy.

Conclusions:

Nursing's contributions are foundational to healthcare systems.
Continuous adaptation and innovation are vital for nursing's future.
Nurses are essential leaders in addressing global health challenges.