Foundations for Population Health in Community/Public Health Nursing

Master the essentials of health promotion in community and public health nursing with Foundations for Population Health in Community/Public Health Nursing, 6th Edition. Written by well-known nursing educators Marcia Stanhope and Jeanette Lancaster, this streamlined text covers the fundamentals of designing effective nursing strategies for vulnerable and special populations. Focus on health promotion throughout the text emphasizes initiatives, strategies, and interventions that promote the health of the community. QSEN boxes illustrate how quality and safety goals, competencies, objectives, knowledge, skills, and attitudes can be applied in nursing practice in the community. Applying Content to Practice boxes highlight how chapter content is applied to nursing practice in the community. Practice Application scenarios present practice situations with questions and answers to help you apply concepts to community practice. Genomics coverage provides a history of genetics and genomics and how they impact public/community health nursing care. Coverage of ongoing health care reform issues includes the impact of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA) on public health nursing. Evidence-Based Practice boxes highlight current research findings, their application to practice, and how community/public health nurses can apply the study results. NEW! COVID-19 pandemic information has been added. NEW! Healthy People 2030 objectives are highlighted throughout the book, addressing the health priorities and emerging health issues expected in the next decade. NEW! Updated content and figures reflect the most current data, issues, trends, and practices. NEW! Expanded Check Your Practice boxes use Clinical Judgment (Next Generation NCLEX®) steps to guide your thinking about practice scenarios.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n \n Publication date: 11 November 2021
\n Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
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Master the essentials of health promotion in community and public health nursing! Foundations for Population Health in Community/Public Health Nursing,6th Edition provides comprehensive and concise coverage of the nurse's vital role in preventing disease, promoting health, and providing health education in community settings. Through engaging case studies and critical thinking activities, this streamlined text makes it easier for nurses to apply concepts to their community nursing practice.

New to this edition are the Healthy People 2030 guidelines and comprehensive coverage of the latest issues, trends, and approaches. Written by renowned nursing educators Marcia Stanhope and Jeanette Lancaster, this streamlined text delves into the fundamentals of designing effective nursing strategies for vulnerable and special populations. A strong emphasis on health promotion throughout the text highlights initiatives, strategies, and interventions that foster the well-being of communities. QSEN boxes illustrate how quality and safety goals, competencies, objectives, knowledge, skills, and attitudes can be applied in nursing practice within the community. Levels of Prevention boxes identify specific nursing interventions at the primary, secondary, and tertiary levels, reinforcing the concept of prevention as it relates to community and public health care.

Applying Content to Practice boxes highlight how chapter content is applied to nursing practice in the community. Practice Application scenarios present real-world practice situations with questions and answers to assist nurses in applying concepts to their practice. Genomics coverage provides a historical overview of genetics and genomics and their impact on public/community health nursing care. Coverage of ongoing healthcare reform issues includes the profound impact of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA) on public health nursing.

Evidence-Based Practice boxes provide valuable insights into evidence-based practice and its application in community and public health nursing. By mastering the essentials outlined in this text, nurses can make a significant difference in the health and well-being of their communities.

\n Weight: 1368g\n
Dimension: 217 x 277 x 26 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780323751544\n
Edition number: 6 ed\n