Sociology for NursesElaine Denny, Sarah Earle Polity, 20.06.2005 - 310 Seiten Nurses often ask: - What is sociology? - Why do I need sociology to be a nurse? - What's the point of studying it? This major new textbook answers these questions. It focuses on the relevance of sociology to contemporary nursing practice. Clearly written, and carefully illustrated, the book uses jargon-free explanations of sociological theories and evidence to show how studying sociology can be useful in all branches of professional nursing practice. In addition, the book provides: - clearly defined learning aims - a useful glossary of sociological concepts - structured activities and questions for discussion - annontated suggestions for further reading Both editors have a wealth of experience teaching sociology to nurses at diploma and degree pre-registration and post-registration levels. Their book will spark interest and debate amongst all student nurses, particularly those approaching sociology for the first time. |
Inhalt
Introduction | 1 |
Part I | 4 |
Nursing and theSociology of Health and Health Care | 5 |
1 What is Sociology? | 7 |
2 Why Should Nurses Study Sociology? | 29 |
3 What is Health? | 47 |
4 Nursing as an Occupation | 66 |
Part II | 84 |
Part III | 178 |
Where does Care Take Place? | 179 |
10 The Family Health and Caring | 181 |
11 Primary Care in the Community | 199 |
12 Hospitals and Institutions in the Community | 217 |
Part IV | 234 |
Policy Influences onHealth and Health Care | 235 |
13 Health Policy | 237 |
Inequalities and Diversities in Health and Health Care | 85 |
5 Gendered Concerns | 87 |
6 Contemporary Perspectives on Ageing | 104 |
7 Chronic Illness Disabling Barriers Discrimination and Prejudice | 121 |
8 Social Class and Health | 140 |
9 Race and Ethnicity | 161 |
14 The Management and Organization of Health Care | 253 |
15 Health Housing and the Environment | 270 |
Conclusion | 292 |
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