Policy And Politics In Nursing And Health Care

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The new edition of this respected resource is designed to raise nurses' awareness and understanding of health policy and political issues, enable them to analyze policy issues, enhance their political knowledge and skills, and prepare them for leadership roles in policy-making and public health. Over 100 well-known nurses explore policy and politics, strategies for policy development and political action, and the application of these strategies in the four spheres of workplace, government, organizations, and community.· Policy Spotlight boxes integrated throughout provide key information on specific policy issues such as complementary therapies and reimbursement, and Medicare issues and options· A new chapter on Values, Policy, and Politics focuses on feminist and humanistic perspectives· A new chapter on Communication Skills for Political Success includes effective tools for practice such as portfolio development, interview skills, and use of resume and curriculum vitae· A new chapter on Politics of the Nursing Workforce focuses on key issues that nurses at all levels face in the workplace