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OverviewSociology for Nurses has become a leading textbook and an invaluable companion for students wishing to get to grips with how sociology can positively transform professional nursing practice. This thoroughly revised 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 nursing. Readers will develop a clear understanding of what sociology is and why it is essential to practice, gain deeper awareness of social issues such as gender, ethnicity, class and the life course, and become more familiar with the social contexts of health policy and nursing as a profession. With updates in every chapter, the third edition includes a new chapter on research methods, a reorganized collection of chapters on health policy, extended coverage of long-term illness and disability, as well as contemporary case studies on topical healthcare issues such as dementia, the ‘obesity epidemic’ and recent attempts to integrate health and social care. In addition, the book provides clearly defined learning aims, a useful glossary of sociological concepts, structured activities and questions for discussion, and annotated suggestions for further reading. The editors and contributing authors to the book 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. Please visit the accompanying website at: http://www.politybooks.com/sociologyfornurses. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Elaine Denny (University of Central England in Birmingham) , Sarah Earle (University College Northampton) , Alistair Hewison (University of Birmingham)Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd Imprint: Polity Press Edition: 3rd edition Dimensions: Width: 17.10cm , Height: 2.70cm , Length: 24.60cm Weight: 0.822kg ISBN: 9781509505401ISBN 10: 1509505407 Pages: 384 Publication Date: 29 April 2016 Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Professional & Vocational , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsThis new edition continues to have an accessible style much needed by those students of health care new to sociology. The selected topics are tackled from a practitioner's perspective, with questions at the end of each chapter to help explore and apply the material in more detail. A new chapter tackling the impact of globalization is welcomed. This is an ideal textbook for students of all branches of nursing and midwifery, particularly in the early years, or for those revisiting the underpinning disciplines supporting nursing practice. A relevant, enjoyable read supported by good references and recommendations for further reading. Jane Alderton, University of Brighton This clearly written introduction to sociology demonstrates the relevance of the subject to nursing. After considering social divisions in relation to health and health care, the book then explores where and how health care takes place and, finally, gives an overview of health and related government policy. Paul Godin, City University, London Author InformationElaine Denny is Emeritus Professor of Health Sociology at Birmingham City University Sarah Earle is Senior Lecturer in Health & Social Care at The Open University Alistair Hewison is Senior Lecturer of Nursing at the University of Birmingham Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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