{"product_id":"rural-nursing-sixth-edition-concepts-theory-and-practice-9780826183637","title":"Rural Nursing, Sixth Edition: Concepts, Theory, and Practice","description":"\u003cp\u003eNow in its sixth edition, this authoritative classic remains the only text to provide a wide range of essential information for nurses who work in sparsely populated and vulnerable geographical areas. Focusing on rural nursing concepts, theory, research, education, public health, and healthcare delivery from a national and international perspective, the sixth edition is distinguished by its emphasis on practical applications. With ten completely new chapters and substantial revisions, it disseminates the skills and knowledge required for effective nursing practice, education, and research regarding the evolving rural and frontier setting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten for undergraduate and graduate nursing students, the book highlights the challenges of frontier nursing and the relative opportunities for innovative practice in rural healthcare. The effect and spread of the coronavirus on nonmetropolitan areas is covered throughout the text. Topics for discussion at the beginning of each chapter and case studies throughout the text promote critical thinking. An Instructor's Manual and PowerPoint slides accompany the text.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew to the Sixth Edition: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew Chapters on Theory and Research, Emergency Medical Services, Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention, Interprofessional Education, FNP Competencies, Transcultural Service-Learning, and more!\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncorporates the new challenges that coronavirus created and how to address them.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGreater focus on practical applications for rural nursing practice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncreased coverage of telehealth, evidence-based policy, and education programs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpdated models of practice and research\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers critical issues for nursing professionals who are practicing, teaching, and conducting research in underserved areas.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpands understanding of the cultural characteristics of rural persons and places.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides single-source reference of rural information for rural nurses, nursing students, faculty, and researchers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAuthored by noted educators and practitioners of rural nursing from across the United States and Canada.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes an Instructor's Manual and PowerPoints!\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWinters, Charlene A.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharlene A. Winters, PhD, RN, FAAN\u003c\/b\u003e is professor emerita in the College of Nursing at Montana State University, Missoula Campus. Dr. Winters taught undergraduate and graduate courses to prepare nurses for practice in rural settings as nurse generalists, nurse leaders, and nurse practitioners. Most recently, Dr. Winters taught courses on searching, appraising, and using evidence to care for rural and vulnerable populations. She is recognized for her research on rural nursing practice, rural nursing theory development, nursing education for rural practice, adaptation to and self-management of chronic illness by rural dwellers, and response to environmental exposures in rural communities. Her research was funded by the National Institutes of Health, the Health Resources and Services Administration, and various foundations and professional organizations. She is editor or co-editor of four previous editions of Rural Nursing. Her research is published in numerous peer-reviewed journals. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springer Publishing Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50445152649490,"sku":"9780826183637","price":125.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_9b7389a0-0fae-4226-8bed-9edfadcf33ac.jpg?v=1729696474","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/rural-nursing-sixth-edition-concepts-theory-and-practice-9780826183637","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}