{"product_id":"policy-politics-in-nursing-and-health-care-8th-edition","title":"Policy \u0026 Politics in Nursing and Health Care 8th Edition","description":"\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"da8d7w\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"21\"\u003eDetailed Overview:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"554\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePolicy \u0026amp; Politics in Nursing and Health Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a comprehensive and authoritative resource designed for nursing students, healthcare professionals, educators, and policy leaders seeking a deeper understanding of healthcare systems, public policy, and political advocacy in nursing practice. Edited by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eDiana J. Mason\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, this eighth edition provides updated insights into the rapidly evolving healthcare environment, emphasizing the critical role nurses play in shaping healthcare policy and improving patient outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eThe book explores major topics such as healthcare economics, leadership, ethics, public health policy, political activism, advocacy strategies, communication, conflict management, and healthcare reform. Featuring contributions from leading healthcare experts, it combines theoretical foundations with practical examples and real-world case studies to help readers understand how policy decisions influence nursing practice and healthcare delivery systems globally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eThis edition also highlights current healthcare challenges, including social justice, health equity, workforce issues, and community engagement. Readers gain valuable tools for becoming effective leaders and advocates within professional organizations, government agencies, workplaces, and local communities. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book serves as an essential academic and professional reference for anyone interested in nursing leadership, policy development, and healthcare transformation. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"1dih9uj\" data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eAbout Book:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePolicy \u0026amp; Politics in Nursing and Health Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e delivers an in-depth examination of the relationship between healthcare policy, politics, and nursing practice. The book explains how nurses can influence healthcare systems and policy decisions at local, national, and global levels. It covers important subjects such as policy-making processes, advocacy, leadership development, ethics, health economics, lobbying, media influence, and political action in healthcare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003eWith contributions from approximately 150 healthcare experts, the book offers practical strategies and evidence-based insights to prepare nurses for leadership roles in healthcare reform and community change. Updated discussions on public health challenges, healthcare accessibility, and interdisciplinary collaboration make this edition highly relevant for modern nursing education and professional practice. It is widely used in nursing and healthcare programs as a trusted guide for understanding policy and political engagement in healthcare environments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"16qndpj\" data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003eAbout Author:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"3267\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eDiana J. Mason\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a renowned nursing leader, healthcare policy expert, educator, and author known for her contributions to nursing leadership and public health advocacy. She has served in influential academic and editorial roles and is widely recognized for advancing nursing involvement in healthcare policy and political action. Dr. Mason’s work focuses on improving healthcare systems, promoting health equity, and empowering nurses to become active participants in policy development and healthcare reform initiatives worldwide. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"1xpzayd\" data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3292\"\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3294\" data-end=\"3556\"\u003eTitle: Policy \u0026amp; Politics in Nursing and Health Care, 8th Edition\u003cbr data-start=\"3358\" data-end=\"3361\"\u003eAuthor: Diana J. Mason PhD RN FAAN\u003cbr data-start=\"3395\" data-end=\"3398\"\u003eISBN-13: 9780323554985\u003cbr data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3423\"\u003eISBN-10: 0323554989\u003cbr data-start=\"3442\" data-end=\"3445\"\u003ePublisher: Elsevier\u003cbr data-start=\"3464\" data-end=\"3467\"\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr data-start=\"3485\" data-end=\"3488\"\u003eNo of Pages: 680\u003cbr data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3507\"\u003eLanguage: English\u003cbr data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3527\"\u003ePublisher Date: 03 June 2020\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Books Empire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47830647767205,"sku":null,"price":45.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/2206\/3013\/files\/411TjHoRhUL.jpg?v=1778832312","url":"https:\/\/thebooksempire.com\/products\/policy-politics-in-nursing-and-health-care-8th-edition","provider":"The Books Empire","version":"1.0","type":"link"}