[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 57 (Wednesday, May 10, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E691]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          KENTUCKY NURSES WEEK

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                          HON. ANNE M. NORTHUP

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 10, 2000

  Mrs. NORTHUP. Mr. Speaker, today I honor a group of Kentuckians who 
are truly dedicated to serving others. The qualities of our nurses are 
not limited to their medical skill and quick thinking, but also include 
their reassuring and comforting manner. Day after day, in endless 
settings, nurses are expected to be energetic, efficient, and 
attentive. This week is Kentucky Nurses Week, and we should all 
remember the nurses across the Commonwealth who have committed their 
careers to helping others feel better.
  Each medical area has a network of nurses who devote long hours to 
offering quality care to people from each walk of life. It probably 
isn't difficult to remember a time when a nurse's skill eased our pain, 
or when a nurse's kind words or smile eased our apprehension. From 
simple to very technical procedures, nurses are prepared to help and 
offer service in one of the most healing fields.
  The nursing profession is vital to our well-being and survival. I am 
proud to call your attention to Kentucky Nurses Week, May 6-12, and 
hope you will join me in thanking nurses sincerely for their hard work.

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