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The new edition of this respected resource enables readers to analyze policy issues, enhance their political knowledge and skills, and prepare 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.
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Seeking a greater role for nursing in defining American healthcare institutions and policies, editors Mason (Editor-in-Chief, American Journal of Nursing ), Leavitt (School of Nursing, U. of Mississippi Medical Center), and Chaffee (Deputy Director of Navy Medicine, Office of Homeland Security) present 34 chapters and a number of case studies and illustrative vignettes. After exploring the basics of affecting policy in the United States and the structures and economics of American healthcare, four sections explore how to influence policy change in the workplace, government, professional organizations, and the community. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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