**Authors:** Marcia Stanhope and Jeanette Lancaster **Overview:**
"Foundations for Population Health in Community/Public Health Nursing" 6th Edition by Marcia Stanhope and Jeanette Lancaster is a comprehensive textbook that provides an in-depth exploration of the principles and practices of community and public health nursing. The book emphasizes the importance of population health and offers a thorough understanding of the roles and responsibilities of nurses in promoting and protecting the health of communities. This edition integrates the latest research and evidence-based practices to equip nursing students and professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the complex health challenges of diverse populations.
### Part I: Perspectives in Health Care and
Population-Centered Nursing
**Chapter 1: Community and Prevention-Oriented Practice to Improve Population Health**
- **Introduction to Population Health:** Explanation of population health concepts and the importance of a prevention-oriented approach in community and public health nursing.
- **Roles of Community Health Nurses:** Overview of the roles and responsibilities of community health nurses in improving population health.
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**Prevention Levels:** Discussion on primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention strategies.
**Chapter 2: History of Public Health and Public and Community Health Nursing**
- **Evolution of Public Health:** Historical perspective on the development of public health and its impact on community health nursing.
- **Milestones in Public Health Nursing:** Key milestones and influential figures in the history of public health nursing.
- **Current Trends:** Examination of current trends and future directions in public and community health nursing.
**Chapter 3: The Changing U.S. Health and Public Health Care Systems**
- **Health Care System Overview:** Description of the U.S. health care system and its components, including public health infrastructure.
- **Health Care Reform:** Impact of health care reform on public health and community health nursing.
- **Health Disparities:** Analysis of health disparities and the role of nurses in addressing inequities in health care access and outcomes.
### Part II: Influences on Health Care Delivery and Population-Centered Nursing
**Chapter 4: Economic, Social, and Environmental Influences on Health**
- **Determinants of Health:** Exploration of economic, social, and environmental determinants of health and their influence on population health.
- **Vulnerable Populations:** Identification of vulnerable populations and strategies for addressing their unique health needs.
- **Community Assessment:** Techniques for conducting community health assessments to identify and address health needs.
**Chapter 5: Epidemiology in Community Health Care**
- **Epidemiological Methods:** Introduction to epidemiological methods and their application in community health nursing.
- **Disease Surveillance:** Role of disease surveillance in monitoring and controlling health threats.
- **Epidemiological Investigations:** Steps in conducting epidemiological investigations to identify and respond to health issues.
**Chapter 6: Evidence-Based Practice in Community/Public Health Nursing**
- **Evidence-Based Practice (EBP):** Definition and importance of EBP in community/public health nursing.
- **Implementing EBP:** Steps for implementing evidence-based interventions in community settings.
- **Evaluating Outcomes:** Methods for evaluating the effectiveness of public health interventions.
### Part III: Issues and Approaches in PopulationCentered Nursing
**Chapter 7: Ethical Issues in Community/Public Health Nursing**
- **Ethical Principles:** Overview of ethical principles and their application in community/public health nursing.
- **Ethical Decision-Making:** Frameworks for ethical decision-making in public health practice.
- **Ethical Challenges:** Discussion of common ethical challenges and dilemmas faced by community health nurses.
**Chapter 8: Cultural Competence and Community/Population Health Care**
- **Cultural Competence:** Importance of cultural competence in providing effective community health care.
- **Cultural Assessment:** Techniques for conducting cultural assessments to understand the health beliefs and practices of diverse populations.
- **Culturally Tailored Interventions:** Strategies for developing culturally tailored interventions to improve health outcomes.
**Chapter
9: Environmental Health and Safety**
- **Environmental Health:** Overview of environmental health issues and their impact on population health.
- **Environmental Risk Assessment:** Methods for assessing environmental risks and their effects on communities.
- **Promoting Environmental Health:** Role of community health nurses in promoting environmental health and safety.
### Part IV: Population-Centered Nursing in the Community
**Chapter 10: Family Health**
- **Family Health Assessment:** Techniques for conducting family health assessments to identify health needs and strengths.
- **Family-Centered Care:** Principles of familycentered care and its application in community health nursing.
- **Family Health Interventions:** Strategies for developing and implementing family health interventions.
**Chapter 11: Maternal and Child Health**
- **Maternal and Child Health Issues:** Overview of key maternal and child health issues and their impact on population health.
- **Prenatal and Postnatal Care:** Importance of prenatal and postnatal care in promoting maternal and child health.
- **Child Health Interventions:** Evidence-based interventions to improve child health outcomes.
**Chapter 12:
Health of Older Adults**
- **Aging Population:** Impact of an aging population on community health and health care systems.
- **Assessment of Older Adults:** Techniques for assessing the health needs of older adults.
- **Promoting Healthy Aging:** Strategies for promoting healthy aging and addressing common health issues in older adults.
### Part V: Special Topics in Community/Public Health Nursing
**Chapter 13: Communicable Disease Prevention and Control**
- **Communicable Diseases:** Overview of communicable diseases and their transmission.
- **Prevention and Control:** Strategies for preventing and controlling communicable diseases in community settings.
- **Immunization Programs:** Importance of immunization programs in preventing communicable diseases.
**Chapter 14: Disaster Preparedness and Response**
- **Disaster Management:** Role of community health nurses in disaster preparedness and response.
- **Emergency Preparedness:** Steps for developing and implementing emergency preparedness plans.
- **Crisis Intervention:** Techniques for providing crisis intervention and support during disasters.
**Chapter 15: Mental Health in the Community**
- **Community Mental Health:** Overview of mental health issues and their impact on community health.
- **Mental Health Assessment:** Techniques for assessing mental health needs in community settings.
- **Mental Health Interventions:** Evidence-based interventions to improve mental health outcomes.
### Conclusion
"Foundations for Population Health in Community/Public Health Nursing" 6th Edition by
Marcia Stanhope and Jeanette Lancaster provides a thorough and practical guide to the principles and practices of community and public health nursing. By emphasizing population health and integrating the latest research and evidence-based practices, this edition equips nursing students and professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the complex health challenges of diverse populations. With its comprehensive coverage and practical approach, this textbook is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in community and public health nursing.