Promoting health and preventing ill health is central to your role as a nursing associate. Written in clear language and full of examples from practice, this book introduces all aspects of health promotion that you need to know. Covering essential topics such as health inequality and mental health promotion, the book develops your knowledge and skills in health promotion at the individual, community and population level.
Key features
o Fully mapped to the 2018 NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates
o Case studies, activities and insights from real TNAs illustrate health promotion in different settings across all fields of nursing
o Focussed specifically on the requirements of the nursing associate role, helping you to develop into a confident professional practitioner
Autorentext
Gillian Rowe is a writer and researcher who has edited and authored the primary textbook for Nursing Associates, she has extensive experience in the health and social care sectors both nursing and managing residential care settings. She is a qualified lecturer, lecturing for University of Plymouth Partnerships and delivers mental health training to the wider community. Gillian is an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Inhalt
Chapter 1: The principles of health promotion
Chapter 2: Communication skills in health promotion
Chapter 3: Understanding health inequalities
Chapter 4: Early years to adolescence and promoting good health outcomes
Chapter 5: Infection control in settings
Chapter 6: Promoting healthy choices
Chapter 7: Promoting good mental health
Chapter 8: Understanding data and demographics