This work ushers in a change in the approach of books on hospital administration. To make the text interesting authors have used the case based learning approach. Apart from this many new topics have been introduced in this book which had not been addressed so far in the available books. For example:- due importance has been given to the role of engineering department in ensuring provision of good quality of medical care by the hospitals. New concepts in hospital administration like information therapy, use of information and communication technology, health promoting hospital approach, impact of globalization on hospital care etc. have also introduced through this book. USP of the book is giving due importance to the feedback from experienced hospital administrators across public and private hospitals of country. This book will surely be of use to medical superintendents and hospital administrators in government and private hospitals in India and other countries. Students as well as teachers of various courses namely, regular and distant learning courses of MBA in Health Care/Hospital Administration, Diploma of masters in Hospital Administrator, MD in hospital administrator , MD in community medicine, Diploma/masters in laws, master's in public health will also find this book of immense value. This book will also be helpful for civil surgeons and senior medical officers of state health services. The book comprehensively consolidates a lot of practical aspects by incorporating plenty of illustrations, photographs, case studies, real life situations etc. which will help the readers to get a realistic practical experience. Salient Features - New concepts in hospital administration like use of information and communication technology, health promoting hospital approach, impact of globalization on hospital care, role of engineering department and information therapy, etc. have been introduced - Case Studies presented in the chapters are useful for case based learning approach - Comprehensively consolidates a lot of practical aspects by incorporating plenty of Flowcharts, Figures and Tables help the readers to get a realistic practical experience

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Implementing quality nursing education leads to more effective nursing care and satisfied patients. With completely updated content, this third edition of Management of Nursing Services and Education is aimed at 4th-year nursing students, helping them to administer quality care in all nursing care settings.This book provides comprehensive coverage of all the essential components, processes and techniques that help student nurses acquire the skills needed for multitasking roles such as nurse manager, nurse administrator and nurse educator. - Strict adherence to the Indian Nursing Council (INC) syllabus - Comprehensive and exhaustive coverage that is also concise and well structured - Dual treatments of concepts: both theoretical and applied - Lucid style with simple language for ease of comprehension - Student-friendly presentation: short sentences presented in list form, with ample tables, figures and charts - End-of-chapter questions, including multiple choice questions, keeping the examination perspective in view - New updated content has been added in all chapters. - Recent management techniques have been added in several chapters. - Outdated content has been replaced, retaining what is required. - All chapters have been refined and revised

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The complexities of health care finance, economics, and policy today are inextricably intertwined with traditional nursing practice. This undergraduate nursing text distills these challenging topics into an engaging, easy-to-read format that facilitates ready application to any practice setting. Written specifically for RN to BSN and second-degree nursing programs, the book is the only such text grounded in nurses’ own understanding and experience. Concise and practical, it supports foundational concepts with real-life case studies and clinical applications and reinforces information with interactive quizzes and multimedia materials. The book’s content fulfills one of the AACN’s key Essentials of Baccalaureate Education. Written by a health economics and policy expert, former dean, and award-winning teacher, the text synthesizes the vast scope of health economics to create an easily understandable guide for nursing action from bedside to boardroom. The text describes the relationship between nursing and health care economics and traces the history of our health care system from the early 1900s through today. It contrasts the economics of health care with that of classic free markets and discusses the intersection of ethics and economics, providing nurses with the ethical tools to thoughtfully consider dilemmas arising from today’s focus on the bottom line. The book describes how to use economic principles to shape organizations and public policy and includes a step-by-step, skillbuilding guide to enhancing professional influence through participation on governing boards. Complex financial principles are broken down to facilitate understanding for nurses with no prior knowledge of this discipline. The book also includes relevant information on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and is compatible with online teaching and coursework. Faculty resources include PowerPoint slides, a test bank, comprehensive review questions, and sample syllabi. KEY FEATURES: Fulfills one of the key Essentials of Baccalaureate Education Addresses the specific needs of RN to BSN courses with a concise, easy-to-read format Illuminates complex principles with specific, engaging case examples relevant to nursing practice Authored by a leading nurse expert, health policy leader, former dean, and award-winning teacher Guides readers in using economic principles to shape organizations and public policy

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Written by advanced practice public/community health nurse experts, this comprehensive resource for advanced practice nursing students and clinicians builds upon the core foundations of practice: social justice, interdisciplinary practice, community involvement, disease prevention, and health promotion. Interweaving theory, practice, and contemporary issues, Advanced Public and Community Health Nursing Practice, Second Edition, provides essential knowledge needed to successfully assess communities, diagnose community situations, plan programs and budgets, and evaluate programs in public and community health. This revised edition has been thoroughly updated to encompass the evolution of public/community health nursing practice during the past 15 years. With several examples of community assessments, community health program plans, and evidence-based and best-practice interventions, the content in this publication addresses the core processes of advanced public/community health nursing practice. Chapters integrate new material about the physical environment and cover key changes in nursing education and practice and healthcare financing and delivery. This new edition includes additional content on culture and diversity, in-depth theory and conceptual frameworks, doctoral preparation, and policy. New to the Second Edition: Completely new information reflecting changes in nursing education and practice and healthcare financing and delivery Abundant examples of community assessments and community health program plans Evidence-based/best-practice interventions, programs, and services Clinical/practicum activities to help learners apply content in varied settings Suggested readings and references to support more in-depth study Additional information about the physical environment, culture and diversity, doctoral preparation, and policy Interprofessional/interdisciplinary practice In-depth information regarding theories and conceptual frameworks New references, examples, case studies, problems, and discussion questions Key Features: Provides comprehensive, in-depth information regarding community assessment, program planning, program implementation, evaluation, and program revision Delivers timely knowledge about using evidence, practice standards, public health ethics, Healthy People 2020, and competent practice in varied settings Includes realistic case studies of program and evaluation plans Presents examples of programs and projects conducted by advanced practice public/community health nurses