Speaking on the occasion, the Vice
Chancellor Dr.JSN Murthy said every patient expects good healthcare at an
affordable cost and nurses can play a major role in ensuring this by working as
a bridge between doctors and patients.
The VC said he was encouraged to see more boys joining the nursing
course this year which traditionally is the domain of girls.
Over 400 incoming and outgoing nursing
students studying diploma, B.Sc. Nursing, B.Sc. Nursing (Post Basic), and M.Sc.
Nursing participated in the lamp lighting and pledge taking ceremony combining
the commencement of studies and graduation of nurses.
Source: Medindia