Psychology and Sociology in Nursing
- ISBN-10
- 0857255290
- ISBN-13
- 9780857255297
- Category
- Medical
- Pages
- 201
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2012-07-31
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications
- Authors
- Tim Ley, Benny Goodman
Description
This book explores the sociology and psychology relevant to nursing and explains why it is so important to understand these subjects in order to be a good nurse. It has been written specifically for nursing students, and explains clearly the key concepts in both disciplines that they need to grasp. Chapters move from the individual to wider societal issues and look at the psychological and sociological basis of professional values, interpersonal relationships, nursing practice, decision making, leadership and management and teamwork. Each of the field of is explored to show the specific application of these disciplines to each.
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