Contexts of Nursing: An Introduction

Contexts of Nursing: An Introduction, 5th edition provides comprehensive coverage of the key ideas underpinning contemporary nursing practice in Australia and New Zealand. Each chapter introduces nursing students to the big issues in nursing and healthcare, highlighting the theory, language, research and debate in a way that will challenge the reader and encourage reflection and discussion. Highly respected editorial team and contributors who are at the forefront of nursing practice Revised and updated learning objectives, key words, reflective questions, recommended readings and references Emphasis on the different levels and roles in nursing , nursing specialisations and scope of practice to help students understand the ever evolving landscape of nursing Content updated to reflect national registration and standards for practice of the NMBA and NCNZ ‘Stories’ throughout – featuring case studies on chapter content Reflection [...]points throughout the chapters to encourage personal reflection New chapters, including: - Nursing and social media- Health disparities: the social determinants of health- Mental health promotion- Global health and nursing Includes eBook with print purchase on evolve