Stanfield's Introduction to Health Professions - Softcover

Cross, Nanna; McWay, Dana

Softcover

ISBN 10: 128409880X ISBN 13: 9781284098808

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning, 2016

Synopsis

Now in full color, the Seventh Edition of Stanfield's Introduction to Health Professions provides comprehensive coverage of all the major health professions. This valuable resource is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a health-related career but are still exploring and have not yet decided on a career. The Seventh Edition outlines more than 75 careers and touches on every major facet of the field including a description of the profession and typical work settings; educational, licensure, and certification requirements; salary and growth projections; and internet resources on educational programs.

In addition, this text provides a thorough review of the U.S. healthcare delivery system, managed care, health care financing, reimbursement, insurance coverage, Medicare, Medicaid, and the impact of new technology on healthcare services. Information on career preparation and development is also included. All chapters are updated to reflect current demographics and new policies. Each section has also been thoroughly updated to reflect current training requirements, responsibilities, and salaries, as established in the 2016-2017 Occupational Outlook Handbook.

Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook, student practice activities and assessments, a full suite of instructor resources, and learning analytics reporting tools.

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About this edition

• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 128409880X
• ISBN 13: 9781284098808
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 476