Contemporary professional nursing

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Catalano Joseph T
Published: F.A. Davis Co.,
Publisher Address: Philadelphia
Publication Dates: c1996.
Literature type: Book
Language: English
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Carrier Form: xxv, 403 p.: ill. (some col.) ; 23 cm.
ISBN: 0803600917
9780803600911
Index Number: R47
CLC: R47
Call Number: R47/C761
Contents: Includes bibliographical references and index.
The development of nursing as a profession -- Theories and models of nursing -- Critical thinking and the nursing process -- The process of educating nurses -- Ethics in nursing -- Bioethical issues -- Reality shock in the workplace -- The evolution of licensure, certification, and organizations -- NCLEX-what you need to know -- Health care delivery system -- The politically active nurse -- Collective bargaining and governance -- Nursing law and liability -- Issues in providing care.