An introduction to sociology for nurses and health professionals that is simply written but does not lose academic integrity. It is ideal for undergraduate nurses and those on Dip Nurse course. The new edition includes new material on critical theory andfeminist perspectives. Recent changes in the organisation of the NHS have given rise to substantial revisions to the chapters on health care organisations and the sociology of the professions. All chapters have been updated to include relevant materialappearing in the years since publication of the first edition.
Sociology and Health Care. Perspectivesin Sociology. Social Stratification. Social Influences on Health and the Role of Prevention. Family and Life Career. Health and the Family. Health Care Organisations. The Patient Career. Interaction with Patients. Dying, Death and Bereavement. The Professional Career. Doing Sociology Research. Appreciating Sociology. Glossary. Subject Index. Author Index
Comments (0)
Your review appreciation cannot be sent
Report comment
Are you sure that you want to report this comment?
Report sent
Your report has been submitted and will be considered by a moderator.