Thoroughly prepare for the rapidly evolving world of nursing with Contemporary Nursing: Issues, Trends, & Management, 7th Edition. Expert authors Barbara Cherry and Susan Jacob combine their own expertise from both academics and practice as they cover the relevant issues affecting today's nurses. In 28 chapters, including a new chapter on palliative care, this comprehensive new edition takes readers through the evolution of nursing, the role of the nurse today, safe and effective decision-making, collaboration and communication, leadership, job opportunities, and a number of timely issues affecting healthcare and nursing practice today. INDICE: Unit 1: The Development of Nursing1. The Evolution of Professional Nursing2. The Contemporary Image of Professional Nursing3. The Influence of Contemporary Trends and Issues on Nursing Education4. Nursing Licensure and Certification5. Theories of Nursing Practice6. Nursing Research and Evidence-Based PracticeUnit 2: Current Issues in Health Care7. Paying for Health Care in America: Rising Costs and Challenges8. Legal Issues in Nursing and Health Care9. Ethical and Bioethical Issues in Nursing and Health Care10. Cultural Competency and Social Issues in Nursing and Health Care11. Complementary and Alternative Healing12. Palliative Care NEW!13. Workforce Advocacy and the Nursing Shortage14. Collective Bargaining and Unions in Today's Workplace15. Information Technology in the Clinical Setting16. Emergency Preparedness and Response for Today's WorldUnit 3: Leadership and Management in Nursing17. Nursing Leadership and Management18. Budgeting Basics for Nurses19. Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution20. Effective Delegation and Supervision21. Staffing and Nursing Care Delivery Models22. Quality Improvement and Patient Safety (combine QSEN content)23. Health Policy and Politics: Get Involved!Unit 4: Career Management24. Making the Transition from Student to Professional Nurse25. Managing Time: The Path to High Self-Performance26. Contemporary Nursing Roles and Career Opportunities27. Job Search: Finding Your Match28. NCLEX-RN ® Examination
- ISBN: 978-0-323-39022-4
- Editorial: Mosby
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 544
- Fecha Publicación: 14/03/2016
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés