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Foundations in Nursing and Health Care - Introduction to Sociology for Health Carers (Foundations in Nursing & Health Care)

Foundations in Nursing and Health Care - Introduction to Sociology for Health Carers (Foundations in Nursing & Health Care)

by Mark Walsh (Author), Lynne Wigens (Author)

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    Paperback 2004

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Synopsis

This work considers the way in which societies and the individuals within them function. It demonstrates how sociological thinking can usefully explain clinical practice in the healthcare world. Using sociological thinking and methods, the reader is encouraged to question and understand healthcare experiences. It explores sociological approaches to healthcare issues and knowledge, the body and mental distress.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 176
 Edition: New edition
 Publisher: Nelson Thornes
Published: 14 Jun 2004
ISBN 10: 0748777172
ISBN 13: 9780748777174

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Preface Structure Of The Book 1. Understanding Sociology 2. 'Sociological Understanding' And Sociological Thinking 3. Sociological Approaches To Health-Care Issues 4. Questioning Medical Knowledge 5. Social Class And Health Experience 6. Women, Gender And Health 7. 'Race', Ethnicity And Health 8. Understanding Illness And Behaviour 9. Sociology And The Body 10. Sociological Approaches To Medical Distress Appendix: Answers To Rapid Recap Questions Index