Скачать или смотреть Government, Law & Policy Activism in Health | Chapter 4 – Community/Public Health Nursing (6th)

This comprehensive overview explores the vital intersection of governmental structures, legal frameworks, and policy activism within the realm of public health nursing. It establishes a foundation by defining essential concepts like health policy, public policy, and the political strategies used to influence the distribution of resources and societal outcomes. The discussion delves into the specific responsibilities of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government, detailing how they respectively administer, create, and interpret the laws that shape the national healthcare landscape. Learners will examine the constitutional basis for these actions, including the federal government's authority to provide for the general welfare and the state’s use of police power to protect the health and safety of its citizens through mandates such as immunizations and disease surveillance. The chapter provides an in-depth look at influential federal agencies, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and the National Institutes of Health (NIH), which includes the specialized National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR). Furthermore, it addresses the legalities specific to the nursing profession, explaining the importance of state Nurse Practice Acts in defining the scope of practice and the legal criteria for professional negligence or malpractice. Strategic guidance is offered on how nurses can act as powerful advocates by engaging in the legislative process, participating in regulatory rule-making, and joining professional organizations to ensure the nursing voice is represented in major healthcare reforms. By understanding these complex systems, population-centered nurses are better equipped to navigate the ethical and legal challenges of their practice while promoting equitable health solutions for diverse communities.


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