Discover what it means to be a "professional nurse", the history, the values and standards, the critical thinking requirements, and the commitment to lifelong learning. This easy to read text introduces the issues you are likely to encounter as you advance through your nursing career. Gain insight into the current state of the profession and benefit from a thorough examination of standards and scope of practice. Each stand-alone chapter introduces and explorers a specific topic and offers astute discussions of key issues facing health care professionals.
• Updated content on topics such as nursing activism, evidence-based practice, and the socialization of nursing ensures that you have the most up-to-date and relevant information for your career.
• Case studies, critical thinking questions, and a variety of student activities encourage you to apply chapter-relevant information to scenarios and envision a personal philosophy of nursing.
• Interviews with practicing nurses focus your attention on pertinent informatics throughout the text.
• Cultural Consideration Challenges help you develop cultural sensitivity and familiarize you with cultural influences.
• Historical Notes and News Notes emphasize chapter content by providing interesting side notes about the changes in nursing practice.