Promoting Health and Wellbeing: For nursing and healthcare students (Essentials) (Original PDF from Publisher)

Description

Promoting Health and Wellbeing: For Nursing and Healthcare Students (1st Edition, 2020) is a concise yet comprehensive textbook designed to support the development of key public health knowledge and professional skills in nursing and allied health students. Part of the “Essentials” series, this text introduces the core principles of health promotion, health inequalities, lifestyle interventions, and preventive care in a practical and accessible format.

Ideal for undergraduate nursing students, student midwives, and those studying public or community health as part of a healthcare program, this guide prepares learners to play an active role in improving population health and reducing health disparities.

Key Features and Highlights

• Aligned with the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) standards and UK public health frameworks
• Emphasizes real-world application with case studies, discussion points, and reflective activities
• Covers social determinants of health, health inequalities, and evidence-based strategies for intervention
• Highlights interdisciplinary approaches and collaborative practice in healthcare delivery
• Simplified explanations ideal for learners new to the subject
• Supports critical thinking and the development of public health competencies

Major Topics Covered

• Introduction to health and wellbeing in the context of nursing
• Determinants of health and health inequalities
• The role of healthcare professionals in health promotion
• Public health policy and practice
• Strategies for community engagement and health education
• Includes core chapters on public health approaches, behavioral change models, and patient empowerment.

About the Author

Written by an experienced team of healthcare educators and public health specialists committed to advancing nursing education through accessible and practical learning resources.

File Format and Technical Details

• Format: Original PDF
• File Size: Approx. 10–25 MB
• Language: English
• Device Compatibility: Fully compatible with all major platforms—Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, tablets, and any PDF-supported e-reader (Adobe Reader, Foxit, Kindle apps, etc.)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is this book suitable for first-year nursing students?
Yes, this book is written specifically for nursing and healthcare students, including those in their first year. It introduces essential concepts in an easy-to-understand, student-friendly manner.

2. Can I use this book for assignments and exam preparation?
Absolutely. The content is aligned with academic and clinical competencies, includes case studies, and supports evidence-based learning—making it highly useful for coursework, reflection tasks, and exam prep.