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Lessons Learned at 216

Author : Carol Bruce-Lockhart
Publisher : iUniverse
ISBN 13 : 1663210829
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (632 download)

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Download or read book Lessons Learned at 216 written by Carol Bruce-Lockhart and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2020-12-20 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lesson’s Learned at 216 is a collection of real-life stories and adventures that will both entertain and intrigue you. These tales fall into a category that could be labeled as “Heirloom” stories. They are life adventures that have been deemed as unforgettable, thus qualifying them to be passed on to following generations. These are the stories that are recited over and over again at family gatherings. They can spur on laughter, amazement, and yes sometimes tears. These memories work to tether the connection between our past and our present-day. Every family has a story filled with cherished accounts from the past. I invite you to take a moment to peer into a chapter of mine. These stories are real, and the lessons learned from them are timeless. I hope that this book will speak to your hearts and encourage you to share your own enduring memories with those you love.

Assessing the Impact of Transitional Justice

Author : Hugo Van der Merwe
Publisher : US Institute of Peace Press
ISBN 13 : 1601270364
Total Pages : 348 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (12 download)

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Book Synopsis Assessing the Impact of Transitional Justice by : Hugo Van der Merwe

Download or read book Assessing the Impact of Transitional Justice written by Hugo Van der Merwe and published by US Institute of Peace Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Assessing the Impact of Transitional Justice, fourteen leading researchers study seventy countries that have suffered from autocratic rule, genocide, and protracted internal conflict.

The Bolenius Readers

Author : Emma Miller Bolenius
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Bolenius Readers written by Emma Miller Bolenius and published by . This book was released on 1928 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Knowledge Management

Author : Irma Becerra-Fernandez
Publisher : M.E. Sharpe
ISBN 13 : 0765623749
Total Pages : 345 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (656 download)

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Book Synopsis Knowledge Management by : Irma Becerra-Fernandez

Download or read book Knowledge Management written by Irma Becerra-Fernandez and published by M.E. Sharpe. This book was released on 2008 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book serves as a complete introduction to the subject of Knowledge Management (KM), and incorporates technical as well as social aspects, concepts as well as practical examples, and traditional KM approaches as well as emerging topics. Knowledge Management: Systems and Processes enhances the conventional exposition of KM with an in-depth discussion of the technologies used to facilitate the management of knowledge in large and small organizations. This includes a complete description of the theory and applications of the various techniques and technologies currently in use to manage organizational knowledge. The discussion of technology is at a level appropriate for the typical business administration graduate student or corporate manager. Special features: * Includes case studies of actual implementations of KM systems, including details such as system architecture * Contains numerous vignettes describing practical applications of KM initiatives at leading firms and governmental organizations * Provides a balanced view of knowledge management, while incorporating benefits and controversial issues, and both technology and social aspects * Extremely current, making extensive use of latest developments in, and examples from, the field of KM * Written by two proficient and recognized researchers in the field of KM

Look No Further You Are the Reason Your Life Sucks

Author : Daniel Scott Keenan
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781501003646
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (36 download)

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Download or read book Look No Further You Are the Reason Your Life Sucks written by Daniel Scott Keenan and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-04-24 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book represents two opportunities: 1) To learn from each of the two hundred and sixteen, plus one, specific examples that can help you avoid a similar mistake. 2) It explains why one of two specific ways of looking at mistakes harms us, and the other helps us. One fills us with shame that makes us feel awful about ourselves, often taking out that frustration on ourselves and others, while the other takes ownership of our mistake and says "Yep, I did it. I spilt the milk," then confidently cleans up the mess it made, and holds the glass tighter next time. The latter mindset does what it takes to show the world it has integrity, character and toughness. It actively shows its commitment to doing what is right no matter how it makes it look. Why does that matter? In her 2010 TEDxHouston presentation called "The Power of Vulnerability," Brene Brown explained how her research showed that people who talked to themselves with the voice of shame, had a statistically higher likelihood of suffering "addiction, depression, eating disorders, violence and bullying," while people who spoke to themselves with the voice of "guilt" had inversely correlated odds of suffering those afflictions - meaning that those people were less likely to suffer those afflictions. Learning from mistakes makes our lives better, and each of the 216 Lessons Happy People Learn has the possibility of improving your life.

Defining Excellence in Simulation Programs

Author : Janice C. Palaganas
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 : 1469833387
Total Pages : 1298 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (698 download)

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Download or read book Defining Excellence in Simulation Programs written by Janice C. Palaganas and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2014-10-07 with total page 1298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Official Publication of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, Defining Excellence in Simulation Programs aims to meet the needs of healthcare practitioners using simulation techniques for education, assessment, and research. Increasingly, simulation is an integral part of teaching and training programs in healthcare settings around the world. Simulation models, including virtual simulation, scenario-based simulation with actors, and computerized mannequins, contributes to improved performance and reduced errors in patient care. This text establishes working definitions and benchmarks for the field of simulation and defines the types of simulation programs, while also covering program leadership, funding, staffing, equipment and education models. It provides knowledge critical to the success of simulation program management, simulation educators, and simulation researchers. Written to appeal to the novice to advanced beginner, a special section in each chapter is directed to the competent to expert programs, managers, educators, and researchers, so that this text truly can serve as the comprehensive reference for anyone in simulation.

Humanitarian Aftershocks in Haiti

Author : Mark Schuller
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
ISBN 13 : 0813574269
Total Pages : 313 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (135 download)

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Download or read book Humanitarian Aftershocks in Haiti written by Mark Schuller and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 2016-01-12 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2010 earthquake in Haiti was one of the deadliest disasters in modern history, sparking an international aid response—with pledges and donations of $16 billion—that was exceedingly generous. But now, five years later, that generous aid has clearly failed. In Humanitarian Aftershocks in Haiti, anthropologist Mark Schuller captures the voices of those involved in the earthquake aid response, and they paint a sharp, unflattering view of the humanitarian enterprise. Schuller led an independent study of eight displaced-persons camps in Haiti, compiling more than 150 interviews ranging from Haitian front-line workers and camp directors to foreign humanitarians and many displaced Haitian people. The result is an insightful account of why the multi-billion-dollar aid response not only did little to help but also did much harm, triggering a range of unintended consequences, rupturing Haitian social and cultural institutions, and actually increasing violence, especially against women. The book shows how Haitian people were removed from any real decision-making, replaced by a top-down, NGO-dominated system of humanitarian aid, led by an army of often young, inexperienced foreign workers. Ignorant of Haitian culture, these aid workers unwittingly enacted policies that triggered a range of negative results. Haitian interviewees also note that the NGOs “planted the flag,” and often tended to “just do something,” always with an eye to the “photo op” (in no small part due to the competition over funding). Worse yet, they blindly supported the eviction of displaced people from the camps, forcing earthquake victims to relocate in vast shantytowns that were hotbeds of violence. Humanitarian Aftershocks in Haiti concludes with suggestions to help improve humanitarian aid in the future, perhaps most notably, that aid workers listen to—and respect the culture of—the victims of catastrophe.

A Twenty-First Century Approach to Community Change

Author : Larry M. Gant
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0190463325
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (94 download)

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Download or read book A Twenty-First Century Approach to Community Change written by Larry M. Gant and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017-07-19 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Urban renewal has been the dominant approach to revitalizing industrialized communities that fall into decline. A national, community-based organization, the Skillman Foundation sought to engage in a joint effort with the University of Michigan's School of Social Work to bring six neighborhoods in one such declining urban center, Detroit, back to positions of strength and national leadership. A Twenty-First Century Approach to Community Change introduces readers to the basis for the Foundation's solicitation of social work expertise and the social context within which the work of technical assistance began. Building on research, the authors introduce the theory and practice knowledge of earlier scholars, including the conduct of needs assessments at multiple levels, engagement of community members in identifying problem-solving strategies, assistance in developing community goals, and implementation of social work field instruction opportunities. Lessons learned and challenges are described as they played out in the process of creating partnerships for the Foundation with community leaders, engaging and maintaining youth involvement, managing roles and relationships with multiple partners recruited by the Foundation for their specialized expertise, and ultimately conducting the work of technical assistance within a context of increasing influence of the city's surrounding systems (political, economic, educational, and social). Readers will especially note the role of technical assistance in an evolving theory of change.

Training for Work in the Informal Micro-Enterprise Sector

Author : Hans Christiaan Haan
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1402038283
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (2 download)

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Download or read book Training for Work in the Informal Micro-Enterprise Sector written by Hans Christiaan Haan and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2006-10-04 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Sub-Sahara Africa, the sector of informal micro-enterprises (IMEs) is already employing a large share of the labour force in both urban and rural areas. This study reviews the ways in which the owners and workers of IMEs have acquired their vocational and management skills. It reviews the contributions of all the different training providers, including public sector training institutes, private sector training providers, and training centres run by NGOs and other non-profit organizations. The study finds that informal apprenticeship training is by far the most common source of various skills - in some countries it is likely to be responsible for 80-90% of all ongoing training efforts. Informal apprenticeship training presents a number of important advantages. At the same time it has a number of limitations. The study concludes that there is a major challenge to improve the transfer of relevant skills to IME operators, both through pre-employment training and skills upgrading. In view of the scope of the challenge to provide hundreds of thousands IME owners and workers, as well as large numbers of out of school youths with relevant practical and management skills, it suggests to build upon the strengths of the existing practices of informal apprenticeship training and to remedy its weaknesses by involving professional training providers in upgrading its training organization and delivery, quality and efficiency, and final training outcomes. It reviews the results of a number of innovative interventions in different African countries that are working in this direction. Finally, the study suggests that there is an interesting potential in ‘business-embedded training’ provided by private companies as part of their regular business operations.

Pain and Palliative Care in the Developing World and Marginalized Populations

Author : M.r. Rajagapol
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 9780789015563
Total Pages : 286 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (155 download)

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Download or read book Pain and Palliative Care in the Developing World and Marginalized Populations written by M.r. Rajagapol and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2004-03-31 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essential information for anyone involved in palliative care programs for deprived patients! In this comprehensive resource, leading healthcare professionals describe pioneering work on the front lines of pain and palliative care service planning and implementation for underserved populations. Pain and Palliative Care in the Developing World and Marginalized Populations: A Global Challenge explores the challenges and barriers preventing satisfactory pain management for patients who urgently need it. This book provides you with true accounts of palliative care programs from around the world to help you meet the needs of disadvantaged clients. This essential volume includes a Foreword written by a world leader in palliative care—Jan Stjernsward, Former Chief of the Cancer and Palliative Care Program of the World Health Organization and currently International Director of the Oxford International Centre for Palliative Care in the United Kingdom. Pain and Palliative Care in the Developing World and Marginalized Populations: A Global Challenge addresses issues of vital importance for the global health care community, such as: Why do so many people in the developing world suffer excruciating pain for months and years, when simple inexpensive medication could make them comfortable? They get MRI scans; why don’t they have access to palliative care? Why do some palliative care programs fail to reach the needy? How could a palliative care delivery system be adapted to local needs? Why are medical and nursing students not taught the fundamentals of pain management? What direction should palliative care education take? Could health care resources be channeled to deliver care in a more just and equitable manner? This book chronicles the efforts of ambitious pain management care professionals to confront these questions, working toward an end to needless, preventable pain and suffering. It examines their programs, and acknowledges their successes and failures to date, with commentaries by international experts. This indispensable manual discusses palliative care programs in developing countries such as India, Chile, Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and others. Pain and Palliative Care in the Developing World and Marginalized Populations also offers an important look at pain management programs geared toward several specific underserved populations in both developing and developed countries, including Native Americans and inmates in a New Zealand prison. Illustrated with figures, graphs, and tables, this book is essential for practitioners and officials in both palliative and public health care. All proceeds from sales of this book will be used to support the growth of palliative care programs in India.

The New SocioTech

Author : Elayne Coakes
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1447104110
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (471 download)

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Download or read book The New SocioTech written by Elayne Coakes and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sociotechnical principles are now widely used around the world in both information systems and organisational design. First established in the 1940s to examine the effect of mechanised, mass-production systems on workers in the coal mining industry, they are now an important tool for ensuring that people and technology work together to optimal effect within an organisation. One of their main aims is the development of organisations where small groups work independently, handling sets of varied tasks, and managing their own activities. The main features of this book include: Practical experiences of applying sociotechnical approaches from around the world; Focus on future directions for the topic and modern applications of existing principles; Contributions from leading figures such as Enid Mumford; A Foreword by Frank Land.

Technology-Enhanced Assessment of Talent

Author : Nancy T. Tippins
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118028511
Total Pages : 497 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Technology-Enhanced Assessment of Talent written by Nancy T. Tippins and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-29 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This volume provides anyone using technology-enhanced assessments as part of organizational selection, promotion, or development programs, or considering their use, with both cutting-edge discussions of critical measurement issues and detailed examples of ongoing HR systems that highlight the opportunities and challenges of such assessments." James L. Farr, professor, Department of Psychology, Pennsylvania State University "Assessment systems provide an efficient means to evaluate and deploy talent across our global business. Technology-Enhanced Assessment of Talent highlights the science behind these technologies, as well as cutting-edge solutions shown to be effective in running the talent side of business." David A. Rodriguez, Ph.D., executive vice president, Global Human Resources, Marriott International, Inc. The Jossey-Bass SIOP Professional Practice Series was launched in 1988 to provide I-O psychologists, organizational scientists and practitioners, human resources professionals, managers, executives and those interested in organizational behavior and performance with volumes that are insightful, current, informative and relevant to organizational practice. The volumes seek to inform those interested in practice with guidance, insights and advice on how to apply the concepts, findings, methods, and tools derived from industrial and organizational psychology to solve human-related organizational problems.

A Sourcebook of HIV/AIDS Prevention Programs

Author : Alexandria Valerio
Publisher : World Bank Publications
ISBN 13 : 0821374419
Total Pages : 270 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (213 download)

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Download or read book A Sourcebook of HIV/AIDS Prevention Programs written by Alexandria Valerio and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on 2008 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: This Sourcebook aims to support efforts by countries to strengthen the role of the education sector in the prevention of HIV/AIDS. It was developed in response to numerous requests for a simple forum to help countries share their practical experiences of designing and implementing programs that are targeted at school-age children. The Sourcebook seeks to fulfill this role by providing concise summaries of programs, using a standard format that highlights the main elements of the programs and makes it easier to compare the programs with each other. A Sourcebook of HIV/AIDS Prevention Programs, 2nd Edition documents 13 education based HIV/AIDS prevention programs targeting children and youth from 7 sub-Saharan African countries. It is sponsored by UNAIDS, UNICEF, UNESCO, UNFPA, DFID, USAID, Ireland Aid and the World Bank. The Sourcebook represents the work of many contributors, and was developed by the Partnership for Child Development with the World Bank.

RDA Around the World

Author : Marie-France Plassard
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317482336
Total Pages : 251 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (174 download)

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Download or read book RDA Around the World written by Marie-France Plassard and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-10-02 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a snapshot of the implementation in various countries around the world of the international cataloging standard RDA: resource description and access. All stages of implementing a new standard are covered, from initial assessment and impact analysis through translation, staff training, and data migration, to implementation and user orientation. Contributions include the results of detailed research into awareness of the standard in professional groups, differences between catalog metadata produced using RDA and current local standards, and the effect of RDA on the presentation of catalog displays to the end user. The contributions cover aspects of RDA implementation in Canada, China, German-speaking countries, Iran, Israel, Mexico, the Philippines, Singapore, and Turkey, and French, German and Spanish translation activity. The information contained will be relevant for many years to come, for those who are intending to implement RDA, review the quality of legacy data, measure the impact of the globalization of cataloguing data, or prepare for education and orientation in international bibliographic standards. This book was published as a special double issue of Cataloging and Classification Quarterly.

Generative Adversarial Networks in Practice

Author : Mehdi Ghayoumi
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1003805493
Total Pages : 671 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (38 download)

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Download or read book Generative Adversarial Networks in Practice written by Mehdi Ghayoumi and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2023-12-20 with total page 671 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an all-inclusive resource that provides a solid foundation on Generative Adversarial Networks (GAN) methodologies, their application to real-world projects, and their underlying mathematical and theoretical concepts. Key Features: Guides you through the complex world of GANs, demystifying their intricacies Accompanies your learning journey with real-world examples and practical applications Navigates the theory behind GANs, presenting it in an accessible and comprehensive way Simplifies the implementation of GANs using popular deep learning platforms Introduces various GAN architectures, giving readers a broad view of their applications Nurture your knowledge of AI with our comprehensive yet accessible content Practice your skills with numerous case studies and coding examples Reviews advanced GANs, such as DCGAN, cGAN, and CycleGAN, with clear explanations and practical examples Adapts to both beginners and experienced practitioners, with content organized to cater to varying levels of familiarity with GANs Connects the dots between GAN theory and practice, providing a well-rounded understanding of the subject Takes you through GAN applications across different data types, highlighting their versatility Inspires the reader to explore beyond this book, fostering an environment conducive to independent learning and research Closes the gap between complex GAN methodologies and their practical implementation, allowing readers to directly apply their knowledge Empowers you with the skills and knowledge needed to confidently use GANs in your projects Prepare to deep dive into the captivating realm of GANs and experience the power of AI like never before with Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) in Practice. This book brings together the theory and practical aspects of GANs in a cohesive and accessible manner, making it an essential resource for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

Policy and Politics in Nursing and Healthcare - Revised Reprint - E-Book

Author : Diana J. Mason
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323244785
Total Pages : 829 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (232 download)

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Download or read book Policy and Politics in Nursing and Healthcare - Revised Reprint - E-Book written by Diana J. Mason and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 829 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring analysis of healthcare issues and first-person stories, Policy & Politics in Nursing and Health Care helps you develop skills in influencing policy in today’s changing health care environment. 145 expert contributors present a wide range of topics in policies and politics, providing a more complete background than can be found in any other policy textbook on the market. Discussions include the latest updates on conflict management, health economics, lobbying, the use of media, and working with communities for change. The revised reprint includes a new appendix with coverage of the new Affordable Care Act. With these insights and strategies, you’ll be prepared to play a leadership role in the four spheres in which nurses are politically active: the workplace, government, professional organizations, and the community. Up-to-date coverage on the Affordable Care Act in an Appendix new to the revised reprint. Comprehensive coverage of healthcare policies and politics provides a broader understanding of nursing leadership and political activism, as well as complex business and financial issues. Expert authors make up a virtual Nursing Who's Who in healthcare policy, sharing information and personal perspectives gained in the crafting of healthcare policy. Taking Action essays include personal accounts of how nurses have participated in politics and what they have accomplished. Winner of several American Journal of Nursing "Book of the Year" awards! A new Appendix on the Affordable Care Act, its implementation as of mid-2013, and the implications for nursing, is included in the revised reprint. 18 new chapters ensure that you have the most up-to-date information on policy and politics. The latest information and perspectives are provided by nursing leaders who influenced health care reform with the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010.

Policy & Politics in Nursing and Health Care - E-Book

Author : Diana J. Mason
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323316069
Total Pages : 817 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (233 download)

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Download or read book Policy & Politics in Nursing and Health Care - E-Book written by Diana J. Mason and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2011-02-08 with total page 817 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring analysis of healthcare issues and first-person stories, Policy & Politics in Nursing and Health Care helps you develop skills in influencing policy in today's changing health care environment. Approximately 150 expert contributors present a wide range of topics in policies and politics, providing a more complete background than can be found in any other policy textbook on the market. Discussions include the latest updates on conflict management, health economics, lobbying, the use of media, and working with communities for change. With these insights and strategies, you'll be prepared to play a leadership role in the four spheres in which nurses are politically active: the workplace, government, professional organizations, and the community. Comprehensive coverage of healthcare policies and politics provides a broader understanding of nursing leadership and political activism, as well as complex business and financial issues. Expert authors make up a virtual Nursing Who's Who in healthcare policy, sharing information and personal perspectives gained in the crafting of healthcare policy. Taking Action essays include personal accounts of how nurses have participated in politics and what they have accomplished. Winner of several American Journal of Nursing "Book of the Year" awards! 18 new chapters ensure that you have knowledge of the most up-to-date information on policy and politics. The latest information and perspectives are provided by nursing leaders who influenced health care reform with the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010.