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In Christie Watson's account of her nursing career she is newly qualified, on a high risk children's ward and under the wing of a remarkable mentor. Today, Christie also discovers the power of play and of laughter.

Read by Teresa Gallagher
Abridged by Penny Leicester
Produced by Elizabeth Allard.

15 minutes

Credits

RoleContributor
ReaderTeresa Gallagher
AuthorChristie Watson
AbridgerPenny Leicester
ProducerElizabeth Allard

Broadcasts

  • Wed 9 May 201809:45
  • Thu 10 May 201800:30

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