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The emotional work of caring, with a focus on gynaecological nursing
1Department of Nursing Studies, University of Edinburgh, UK.
Journal of Clinical Nursing
|May 1, 1997
Abstract:
In this paper the author briefly reviews the concept of caring. Emphasis is given to the emotional component and its management in caring relationships. This is illustrated with reference to a study of gynaecological nursing. Analysis of nurses' perceptions and experiences revealed situations particularly relevant to empathy and emotional work in caring for gynaecological patients.