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About This Book
Community and Public Health Nursing: Evidence for Practice, 4th Edition
This comprehensive textbook is a go-to resource for students and educators in the field of community and public health nursing. It's designed to prepare students to meet the challenges of today's community and public health nursing practice with an evidence-based perspective.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in community and public health nursing courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of community and public health nursing principles.
History and Editions
The 4th edition of Community and Public Health Nursing: Evidence for Practice has been significantly updated to reflect the most timely topics in community and public health nursing practice, including COVID-19 preparedness. This edition incorporates immersive case studies, exercises, and clinical examples to help students interpret and apply statistical data to practice decisions. It is guided by the premise that evidence-based practice improves quality performance, aligning with the competencies outlined in the Quad Council of Public Health Nursing Organizations (ACHNE) and the AACN’s Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice.
Author and Other Works
The authors of Community and Public Health Nursing: Evidence for Practice are Rosanna DeMarco and Judith Healey-Walsh. This dynamic duo brings extensive expertise in community and public health nursing, ensuring that the text remains current and relevant. While this is their primary work together, both authors have contributed significantly to the field through their research and educational materials.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in community and public health nursing, including detailed explanations and examples.
- Evidence-Based Practice: It prepares students to gather, assess, analyze, apply, and evaluate clinical evidence derived from epidemiology and other sources.
- Immersive Case Studies: Incorporates immersive case studies, exercises, and clinical examples to help students interpret and apply statistical data to practice decisions.
- Engaging Learning Tools: Includes a suite of powerful learning tools designed to enhance student engagement and understanding.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover/Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781975196554
- eBook: Available through various online retailers
- Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers
Publication Details
- Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
- Publication Date: November 9, 2023
- Number of Pages: 672 pages
- Language: English
- Item Weight: 2.9 pounds
Other Editions and Formats
- Previous Editions: The 3rd edition is available through some retailers, but it is not as comprehensive as the 4th edition.
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781975239657 (eBook format)
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Community and Public Health Nursing: Evidence for Practice, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
