Health Policy: Applications for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals, 3rd Edition

Authored by Dr. Demetrius J. Porche, this comprehensive textbook provides an in-depth overview of the policy-making process within various settings, including academia, clinical practice, communities, and healthcare systems.

A Comprehensive Structural Approach to Policymaking

The third edition of Health Policy takes a unique approach to policymaking, providing healthcare professionals with the necessary tools to engage in health policy formulation. This easy-to-read foundational policy book operationalizes health policy and politics, making it an essential resource for nurses and other healthcare professionals.

One of the few health policy books to adopt a civic competence model approach, Health Policy empowers readers to develop a deep understanding of the policymaking process and its applications in real-world scenarios.

New Features and Updates in the 3rd Edition

• Revised Appendices featuring current policy resources
• New Appendix: Major Federal Laws with Executive Summaries
• Addition of Policy Terminology section at the end of each chapter
• Policy Analysis Templates to help readers put skills into practice
• Summary Points and Policy Terminology emphasize critical content and terms
• Case studies and policy analysis templates bring concepts into the real world

Product Details

• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
• Edition: 3rd edition (December 15, 2021)
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback, 400 pages
• ISBN-10: 1284230325
• ISBN-13: 978-1284230321
• Recommended for readers of all levels, including nursing students and healthcare professionals

With its comprehensive coverage of health policy and policymaking, this textbook is an essential resource for anyone looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry.