Nurses in war: voices from Iraq and Afghanistan

Historical roots of U.S. military nursing

Deploying to war : an uncertain future

Nurses in harm's way : more than I bargained for

Living conditions : a mixed bag

My work place : a plane, a tent, or a trailer

Diversions from war : a piece of home

Remembrance of war : most chaotic scene

War memories : sensations etched in my mind

My warrior patients

Caring for the enemy

Children caught in the chaos of war

My wartime nursing stress : I am a different person now

Kinship and bonding : my military family

Professional growth : expanding my knowledge, skills, and abilities

Women's health and hygiene experiences

Parental separation

Homecoming : a difficult adjustment

Listen to me : advice to deploying nurses.