Attention Quote by Dag Hammarskjold
“Constant attention by a good nurse may be just as important as a major operation by a surgeon.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance, 1963
Continuous attentive care can be as vital as a complex surgical procedure.
In simple terms: Nurse attention can equal surgery importance.
Value consistent care.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- hospital wards
- home care
- elderly support
- chronic disease management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does attentive care prevent complications?
- What systems support sustained nurse vigilance?
May overlook the need for technical expertise in critical cases.