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Nursing's Social Policy Statement: The Essence of the Profession

Publication Year:
2010
Edition:
3rd
Author:
American Nurses Association
Publisher:
American Nurses Association, Inc
ISBN:
978-1-55-810270-5
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Description
This in-depth new edition of an enduring ANA classic defines nursing’s value and accountability to society.

The book’s singular contribution is its description of the nursing profession and its essential elements:
  • Social context and contract
  • Nursing’s knowledge base
  • Definition of nursing
  • Scope and standards of practice
  • Authority for practice
  • Regulation of practice


These elements have been revised in recognition of the ongoing-advances in nursing practice and knowledge, delineating and reaffirming the deep societal commitments of the profession.
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Platform:
OvidSP
Publisher:
American Nurses Association, Inc
Product Type:
Book
Author:
American Nurses Association
ISBN:
978-1-55-810270-5
Specialty:
  • Management & Administration
Language:
English
Edition:
3rd
Pages:
178
Publication Year:
2010

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