Public Health Nursing: A Comprehensive Guide to Enhancing Population Health

Public health nursing is a transformative field that empowers nurses to take on the critical role of protecting and promoting the health of entire populations. As a public health nurse, you have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities by addressing health disparities, implementing evidence-based interventions, and advocating for health equity.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: Encompasses the full spectrum of public health nursing practice, from core concepts to advanced techniques.
• Evidence-Based Approach: Grounded in the latest research and best practices, ensuring the highest quality of care.
• Population Health Focus: Emphasizes the importance of addressing health issues at the population level, promoting equitable and sustainable health outcomes.
• Real-World Case Studies: Provides practical examples and case studies that illustrate the application of public health nursing principles.
• Skill-Building Exercises: Includes interactive exercises and self-assessments to reinforce learning and enhance professional development.

Chapter Overview

1. Foundations of Public Health Nursing: Explores the historical and theoretical underpinnings of public health nursing, including ethical principles and core competencies.
2. Epidemiology: Delves into the principles of epidemiology and their application in public health nursing, enabling nurses to understand and analyze health data.
3. Health Promotion: Examines the multifaceted strategies for promoting health and preventing disease, empowering nurses to facilitate healthy behaviors and lifestyles.
4. Community Assessment: Provides a step-by-step guide to conducting community assessments, empowering nurses to identify health needs and develop targeted interventions.
5. Health Disparities: Analyzes the root causes of health disparities and explores evidence-based interventions to reduce inequities.
6. Nursing Interventions: Presents an array of nursing interventions tailored to address the specific health needs of vulnerable populations, including maternal and child health, mental health, and infectious diseases.
7. Advocacy and Policy: Empowers nurses to advocate for health policies that promote health equity and improve the well-being of communities.

Target Audience

This book is an invaluable resource for:

Public Health Nursing - E-Book: Population-Centered Health Care in the Community

by Marcia Stanhope

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Print length	:	1120 pages
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• Public health nurses
• Nursing students
• Healthcare professionals seeking to expand their knowledge in public health
• Community health professionals
• Policymakers and advocates

Call to Action

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Public Health Nursing - E-Book: Population-Centered Health Care in the Community

by Marcia Stanhope

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	102434 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	1120 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE