Sociology for Nurses

by Denny, Elaine; Earle, Sarah

• ISBN13: 9780745646244
• ISBN10: 0745646247
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2010-06-01
• Publisher: Polity

Summary

Since its publication, Sociology for Nurses has become a leading textbook in the field and an invaluable companion for students wishing to understand how sociology can help nursing practice. This thoroughly revised and updated new edition maintains its commitment to providing jargon-free explanations of sociological theories and evidence to show how studying sociology can be useful in all branches of professional nursing practice. Clearly written, and carefully illustrated, the new edition includes a whole new chapter on global health, as well as recent developments in health policy and a dedicated website with extra resources for students. In addition, the book provides: clearly-defined learning aims a useful glossary of sociological concepts structured activities and questions for discussion annotated 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 continue to spark interest and debate among all student nurses, particularly those approaching sociology for the first time.

Author Biography

Elaine Denny is Professor of Health Sociology and Head of the Health Policy and Public Health Division at Birmingham City University.

Sarah Earle is Senior Lecturer in Health and Social Care at the Open University.

Table of Contents

Nursing and the sociology of health and health care

What is sociology?

Why should nurses study sociology?

What is health?

Nursing as an occupation

Inequalities and diversities in health and healthcare

Gender

Age and ageing

Chronic illness and disability

Social Class

Race and ethnicity

Global health

Where Does Care Take Place?

The family, health and caring

Primary care and the community

Hospitals and institutions

Policy Influences on Health and Healthcare

Health Policy

The management and organization of healthcare

Health, housing and the environment

Conclusion

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