Health Policy and Advanced Practice Nursing: Impact and Implications

The second edition of this book was rewarded the First Place AJN Award! It is the only policy text written specifically for APRN students and provides a comprehensive examination of policy impact on the full implementation of the APRN role across all environments. The expanded third edition includes six new chapters on policy analysis, nursing roles, and the impact of technology. It offers practical knowledge on developing policy to advocate for vulnerable populations and discusses the evolving influence of the Patient Protection Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and the implications of current and future health policy changes. New doctoral-level content adds to the book's relevance for DNP students.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 664 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2022
Publisher: Springer Publishing Co Inc

The second edition of this preeminent resource, written specifically for APRN students, offers a comprehensive examination of the policy impact on the full implementation of the APRN role across various environments. It delves into its effectiveness on specific patient populations, providing valuable insights. The expanded third edition, featuring six new chapters, expands on policy analysis, nursing roles, and the influence of technology. It offers practical knowledge on developing policy to advocate for vulnerable populations, supported by case examples, and discusses how interprofessional education has transformed and will continue to shape health policy in the United States and internationally. Additionally, the text explores the evolving influence of the Patient Protection Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and the implications of current and future health policy changes as they affect APRN practice.

New doctoral-level content further enhances the book's relevance for DNP students. The text addresses the nursing initiative for Full Practice Authority for all APRNs, which empowers them to practice to the full extent of their educational preparation. Edited by experienced APRN leaders who have been actively involved in health policy development, the text aligns with the recommendations of the IOM report on The Future of Nursing and the DNP criteria V for incorporating health policy and advocacy into the curriculum. This call to action for APRNs is tailored for courses serving various APRN trajectories, ensuring content from all APRN role perspectives in every section.

New to the Third Edition:

Encompasses six entirely new chapters covering Health Policy Effects on Health Systems, Telehealth, Pediatrics, Quality Initiatives, and Patient Safety.

The second edition of this preeminent resource, written specifically for APRN students, offers a comprehensive examination of the policy impact on the full implementation of the APRN role across various environments. It delves into its effectiveness on specific patient populations, providing valuable insights. The expanded third edition, featuring six new chapters, expands on policy analysis, nursing roles, and the influence of technology. It offers practical knowledge on developing policy to advocate for vulnerable populations, supported by case examples, and discusses how interprofessional education has transformed and will continue to shape health policy in the United States and internationally. Additionally, the text explores the evolving influence of the Patient Protection Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and the implications of current and future health policy changes as they affect APRN practice.

New doctoral-level content further enhances the book's relevance for DNP students. The text addresses the nursing initiative for Full Practice Authority for all APRNs, which empowers them to practice to the full extent of their educational preparation. Edited by experienced APRN leaders who have been actively involved in health policy development, the text aligns with the recommendations of the IOM report on The Future of Nursing and the DNP criteria V for incorporating health policy and advocacy into the curriculum. This call to action for APRNs is tailored for courses serving various APRN trajectories, ensuring content from all APRN role perspectives in every section.

New to the Third Edition:

Encompasses six entirely new chapters covering Health Policy Effects on Health Systems, Telehealth, Pediatrics, Quality Initiatives, and Patient Safety.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780826154637
Edition number: 3 Revised edition