Policy and Politics in Nursing and Health Care, 8th edition (PDF)

Educate yourself on how to influence policy and become a leading figure in the changing healthcare environment. Including analysis of the cutting-edge healthcare issues and firsthand experiences, Policy & Politics in Nursing and Health Care, 8th Edition continues to be the most popular text on nursing action and activism. Around 150 experts participate in the discussion of multiple topics related to policies and politics, this provides a more extensive background than can be found in other books on the topic of policy. This updated 8th edition helps you to comprehend the global nature of nursing leadership and political advocacy, as well as the complex financial and business issues that are involved in the healthcare system. Discussions will include the latest information on conflict management, economic health, lobbying, the media, and community-based approaches to change. With these innovative ideas and methods, you will be prepared to take a leadership role in the four areas in which nurses are politically involved: the workplace, government, professional organizations, and the community.

The comprehensive nature of the healthcare policies and politics that are covered in this module facilitates a broader understanding of the nursing leadership and political activity, as well as the complex financial and business issues that are involved.

Key Points at the conclusion of each chapter facilitates a review of the important, necessary knowledge.

Taking Action essays include personal stories of how nurses have participated in politics and what they’ve achieved.

Experts in the field write for the virtual Nursing Who’s Who in healthcare policy, they share information and perspectives regarding the crafting of healthcare policy.

NEW! The most recent information and perspectives are derived from nursing leaders who had an influence on healthcare reform, including the Affordable Care Act.

NEW! Additional information regarding medical marijuana has both advocates and opponents of the concept.

NEW! More information about healthcare policy and the aging population is included in this report, the most recent information on this population is covered in depth.

NEW! The expanded information on the Globalization of Nursing discusses international rules and regulations regarding nursing globally.

NEW! The increased focus on media strategies is responsible for the proper behavior when speaking to the press.

NEW! Increased coverage of primary care models and topics in the text.

NEW! The APRN and additional Taking Action sections represent the most recent alterations to the industry.

NEW! perspectives on government issues and challenges demonstrate recent approaches and impediments.

Product information

Purchaser ‏: ‎ Saunders; 8th edition (March 20, 2020)

Language ‏ : ‎ English

Article: 680 words

ISBN-13 ‏: ‎ 0323554986

ISBN-13 ‏: ‎ 978-0275972240