Psychology and sociology in nursing
Goodman, Benny
Psychology and sociology in nursing - 3rd ed. - London : Sage, 2019 - vii, 239p. - Transforming nursing practice .
Cover note: Mapped to the 2018 NMC standards
Chapter 1: The relevance of psychology and sociology for nursing Chapter 2: Professional values Chapter 3: Communication Chapter 4: Inequalities, health outcomes and nursing practice Chapter 5: Decision-making Chapter 6: Leadership Chapter 7: Death and stress Chapter 8: Parents and children Chapter 9: Mental health and learning disabilities Chapter 10: Conclusion: theory, issues and future directions
This book explores sociology and psychology relevant to nursing and explains why it is so important to understand these disciplines in order to be a good nurse. It is written specifically for nursing students, and clearly explains the key concepts using nursing case studies and examples. Chapters move from individual and personal issues onto society as a whole and explore the psychological and sociological basis that underpins all aspects of nursing practice. Key features: All content linked to the sociological and psychological requirements in the NMC standards of proficiency for registered nurses Activities to help build critical thinking, independent learning and decision-making skills Case studies and scenarios that link sociological and psychological theory to nursing practice A key text for nursing students in all fields of practice
9781526423450 9781526423443
Psychology
Sociology
Nursing
Social medicine
Psychology and sociology in nursing - 3rd ed. - London : Sage, 2019 - vii, 239p. - Transforming nursing practice .
Cover note: Mapped to the 2018 NMC standards
Chapter 1: The relevance of psychology and sociology for nursing Chapter 2: Professional values Chapter 3: Communication Chapter 4: Inequalities, health outcomes and nursing practice Chapter 5: Decision-making Chapter 6: Leadership Chapter 7: Death and stress Chapter 8: Parents and children Chapter 9: Mental health and learning disabilities Chapter 10: Conclusion: theory, issues and future directions
This book explores sociology and psychology relevant to nursing and explains why it is so important to understand these disciplines in order to be a good nurse. It is written specifically for nursing students, and clearly explains the key concepts using nursing case studies and examples. Chapters move from individual and personal issues onto society as a whole and explore the psychological and sociological basis that underpins all aspects of nursing practice. Key features: All content linked to the sociological and psychological requirements in the NMC standards of proficiency for registered nurses Activities to help build critical thinking, independent learning and decision-making skills Case studies and scenarios that link sociological and psychological theory to nursing practice A key text for nursing students in all fields of practice
9781526423450 9781526423443
Psychology
Sociology
Nursing
Social medicine