Advance of American Nursing Author:Philip A. Kalisch, Beatrice J. Kalisch The history of the nursing profession is detailed in this highly visual text, covering the major individuals and events that have shaped this maturing profession. A historical background is provided to illustrate the expanded role and growing autonomy of professional nursing. Revised and updated, this edition discusses how contemporary ... more » events such as managed care, advanced practice, the Healthcare 2000 National Objective, and Curriculum Reform are impacting nursing. This edition also includes a new chapter dedicated to exploring the causes behind the current evolution of the healthcare delivery system, the nursing profession, advanced practice, and primary care nursing. In addition, this encyclopedic text provides historical insights that help the reader develop strategies for healthcare organizations and personal strategies that address patient-care systems, clinical care strategies, cost control and cost management, healthcare facility's market share, and service delivery.« less