xix, 340 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm
Contents
Ch. 1. The Evolution of Nursing -- Ch. 2. Health Care Delivery Systems -- Ch. 3. Transcultural Nursing -- Ch. 4. Nursing and the Law -- Ch. 5. Ethical Nursing Practice -- Ch. 6. Critical Thinking in Nursing Practice -- Ch. 7. Leadership and Management in Nursing -- Ch. 8. Career Management -- App. A. NAPNES Standards of Practice of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses -- App. B. NFLPN Nursing Practice Standards for the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse -- App. C. Nursing-Related Organizations -- App. D. Nursing Licensing Authorities (Boards of Nursing) United States and U.S. Territories