Issues and Trends in Nursing : Practice, Policy and Leadership

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. Issues and Trends in Nursing: Practice, Policy and Leadership, Second Edition focuses on teaching nursing students how to navigate the nurse-patient relationship including political policy, professional organizations, performance outcomes, emergency preparedness, safety, and global health issues. The text is written by expert authors that represent a variety of perspectives including educators, administrators, and researchers from diverse regions of the U.S. The Second Edition has been completely revised to include comprehensive coverage of current issues and trends in nursing and healthcare. The text also provides a wealth of resources to help prepare students for practice in nursing. New to the Second Edition: Updated coverage of current issues in nursing New content on health information technology Coverage of genetics and lifestyle options to be a healthy nurse Navigate 2 Advantage Access

Dr. Gayle Roux received her master’s and doctorate in nursing from Texas Woman’s University. She is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner and maintains a part-time clinical practice. Dr. Roux’s program of research is focused on women’s health and improving quality of life in women with chronic health conditions.

Judith A. Halstead received her BSN and MSN from the University of Evansville, and her Doctorate in Nursing Science from Indiana University. She is currently Professor of Nursing and Executive Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Indiana University School of Nursing in Indianapolis, a position she has held since 2004. She is known for her expertise in curriculum development and online education. Dr. Halstead was inducted as a fellow in the NLN Academy of Nursing Education in 2007.