Contemporary Occupational Health Nursing: A Guide for Practitioners
Contemporary Occupational Health Nursing: A Guide for Practitioners, edited by Greta Thornbory, is a comprehensive and thoroughly revised textbook providing a practical guide for those training or practicing within the specialized field of occupational health nursing. This second edition, published by Routledge, addresses the specific knowledge and skills required to manage the complex relationship between work and health.
Book Details
- Title: Contemporary Occupational Health Nursing: A Guide for Practitioners
- Editor: Greta Thornbory
- Edition: 2nd Edition
- Publisher: Routledge
- ISBN-13: 978-1351787918
- Publication Date: October 24, 2017
Content and Key Features
This distinctive branch of public health nursing requires a multifaceted approach. The book includes detailed chapters on:
- Public health and leadership
- Health promotion, protection, and surveillance
- Health assessment and case management
- Rehabilitation and mental health in the workplace
- Management of occupational health services
- Epidemiology, research, quality assurance, and audit
The second edition features expanded content on contemporary issues, including health risk assessment, the Fit for Work Service, occupational health management systems, psychosocial factors, and mindfulness. Discussion of ethical issues is woven throughout the text to ensure practitioners are prepared for modern challenges.
Educational Tools
Each chapter is written by an experienced occupational health nurse practitioner and is designed to facilitate learning through specific features:
- Case Studies: Real-world scenarios to apply theoretical knowledge.
- Activities: Practical exercises to reinforce learning.
- Learning Objectives: Clear goals for each section.
- Chapter Summaries: Concise overviews of key takeaways.
This book serves as an essential text for those undertaking specialist community public health nursing qualifications and stands as a vital resource for all nurses currently working in occupational health practice.