The Advance of American Nursing

by Philip A. Kalisch, Beatrice J. Kalisch, Phd Kalisch Philip A.

Book Overview

The history of the nursing profession is detailed in this text, covering the major individuals and events that have shaped this profession. A historical background is provided to illustrate the expanded role and growing autonomy of professional nursing. Revised and updated, this edition discusses how contemporary events such as managed care, advanced practice, the Healthcare 2000 National Objective and Curriculum Reform are impacting nursing. This...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0397550898
• ISBN13: 9780397550890
• Release Date: January 1995
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
• Length: 546 Pages
• Weight: 2.75 lbs.