Specifically for nurses, this book fulfils the need for a rigorous course text on sociology and its direct relevance to health work. It guides readers through a number of classic and contemporary sociological debates which have a specific influence on nurses' understanding of nursing, health and health care.
* Specifically applies sociology to the nursing perspective, fulfilling the need for a more focused course text
* Covers several classic health issues and debates including new technologies and social developments
* Highlights important sources; encourages nurses to read more widely and to critically evaluate sociological ideas
Specifically for nurses, this book fulfils the need for a rigorous course text on sociology and its direct relevance to health work. It guides readers through a number of classic and contemporary sociological debates which have a specific influence on nurses' understanding of nursing, health and health care.
* Specifically applies sociology to the nursing perspective, fulfilling the need for a more focused course text
* Covers several classic health issues and debates including new technologies and social developments
* Highlights important sources; encourages nurses to read more widely and to critically evaluate sociological ideas